FMR welcomes new development associate

We are very pleased to announce that John Briel has joined FMR as our new Development Associate. He brings a wealth of strengths, skills and enthusiasm to FMR's development work. Originally from Fair Haven, NJ, he discovered his passion for water issues and conservation as a youth sailing and kayaking on the Navesink River. John holds an undergraduate degree from Georgia Tech and a Master in Urban and Regional Planning, with a focus on nonprofit management, from the University of Minnesotas Humphrey School of Public Affairs. He lives in Saint Paul and enjoys spending time outdoors and exploring the local arts and culture scene. Most recently, he worked as the Corporate and Foundation Relations Manager for Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County, PA.

John can be reached at jbriel@fmr.org or by phone at (651) 222-2193, extension 19.












Upcoming Events

Saturday, May 16, 2026 - 10:00am to 12:00pm
Along a Mississippi River backchannel, Otsego
Wednesday, May 20, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Nicollet Island, Minneapolis
Thursday, May 21, 2026 - 6:00pm to 8:00pm
Pine Bend Bluffs Scientific and Natural Area, Inver Grove Heights

Join us for Music for the Mississippi River 

Celebrate the Mississippi River and support FMR with Tina Schlieske and Molly Maher, May 30 at Dual Citizen Brewing in St. Paul.