Part of the mission of The Friends of the White River is to promote active involvement in the White River watershed by others. During the January annual meeting, Friends executive director Kevin Hardie presented unique "paddle plaques" to honor extraordinary efforts during 2006.

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KeyBank, which has been involved with a Friends-sponsored restoration project on the north side of Indianapolis for the past four years was recognized for their Commitment to the Community. Each September, bank employees such as Curtis Hollis work on public service projects throughout the city. Their efforts with Friends and Indy Parks staff have greatly improved the habitat between College Avenue and Meridian Street.