The Watershed Fund is dedicated to partnering with local land trusts, municipalities, state agencies, and others to safeguard threatened watershed lands. It aims to protect water quality and enhance community quality of life through the preservation of open spaces.
The grant program seeks to support land acquisition for the protection, preservation, and enhancement of water quality for current and future generations. This includes buying title, conservation easements, and development rights to watershed land. Additionally, it funds education focused on the appreciation and preservation of the environment, particularly concerning water resources. It aims to raise awareness about the negative impacts of development on water quality and the benefits of preserving watershed land as open space.