Making Waves 2026
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MAKING WAVES:
An Evening to Benefit Potomac Riverkeeper Network
October 4, 2026
River Farm • 7931 East Boulevard Drive • Alexandria, VA 22308
Please join us for Making Waves, an elegant evening to benefit Potomac Riverkeeper Network (PRKN). Enjoy cocktails in the garden and dinner under the stars at beautiful River Farm, a historic property overlooking the Potomac River. From the rupture of the Potomac Interceptor pipeline, to being ranked the #1 Most Endangered River, the Potomac River and its tributaries have faced unprecedented threats this year – and our Riverkeepers were there every step of the way. Every dollar raised will go towards what we do best: protecting, defending and holding polluters accountable for every spill, every leak, and every Clean Water Act violation!
RESERVE YOUR SEAT TODAY
Ticket sales for Making Waves are now OPEN! Space is limited, so please purchase tickets early to ensure your attendance. Email Digital Marketing and Communications Manager, Ashley Flores at with questions regarding ticket sales.
Reserve Your Seat for Making WavesBECOME A SPONSOR
Become a sponsor by completing AND mailing the Sponsorship Commitment Form to Potomac Riverkeeper Network, 3070 M St, NW, Washington DC 20007. Email Development Director, Carlie Smith at with questions regarding sponsorships.
View Sponsorship Benefits and Commitment Form Purchase A Sponsorship (Online Method)The work of Potomac Riverkeeper Network has never been more timely, relevant, or critical. Together, we can work to protect the right to clean water for generations to come. Your generous and continued support helps to ensure that the rivers and tributaries of the Potomac Watershed are swimmable, fishable, and drinkable. Thank you!
Our 2026 Annual Gala Sponsors
River All Star – $25,000
Ann O’Neil | Rick & Phoebe Peterson | Katherine Ward
River Champion – $10,000
Mark Betts & Shelley Slade |
| Sally Davidson |
River Protector – $5,000
Paul & Catherine Armington | Bank of America Private Bank | Roger Bowers | Nelson Cunningham
Jesse Harris & Woody Cunningham | David & Janet Hunke | Susan Coady Kemnitzer | Ethan & Jude Landis
Jane & Jay Lewis | Admiral J Paul Reason
River Defender – $2,500
| Marney Bruce & John Middleton | Julia Eddy & Ali Procopio | James Egenrieder & Diane Allemang
Pat Munoz & Dorcas Adkins | Mark Obrinsky | Lois Schiffer | Kate and James Quiggle
River Guardian – $1,000
Doug Barker & Sam Kilpatrick | Randy & Cathy Benn | Ellen Boer | Robin & Mike Broder
Chris & Ranelle Bruch | CEA Engineers, P.C. & Kevin Draganchuk | Frank Cihlar | David & Anne Cottingham
Kevin & Susan Coyle | Louise Cromwell | John C. Cruden, Beveridge & Diamond | Ann & John Davis |
Frank & Lisa Filipy | Kay Hanna & Holly Davis | Nancy Hedin & Evan Miller | Tim & Bree Hill
Gary & Charlotte Knipling | Peter & Mary Ellen Levine | Viveca Novak & Robert Lenhard | Rooney Properties
Elaine Shannon & Dan Morgan | Mac Thornton
