Help Lake Merritt Thrive for Everyone to Enjoy!

Lake Merritt Conservancy brings together Oakland residents, visitors, public agencies, businesses, and philanthropic partners to steward and improve Lake Merritt and Lakeside Park for the benefit of all.

Your contribution supports projects and partnerships that make the lake and its surrounding parkland cleaner, healthier, safer, and more welcoming. From urban greening and habitat restoration to public amenities and community programming, we help turn shared priorities into visible progress.

Every gift strengthens our ability to care for Lake Merritt today and build a more resilient future for everyone to enjoy.