Quinnipiac River Watershed Association's Mission is to restore the Quinnipiac for the health and enjoyment of all citizens and communities along its reach, and to educate all students, families, individuals, businesses and governments to be informed stewards of the river.

Quinnipiac River Watershed Association is the only organization dedicated solely to the restoration and enjoyment of the Quinnipiac River, a river with an industrial and municipal past of industry and waste disposal and present future that includes habitat restoration, wildlife presentation, and recreation.