Our Sponsors

​Our sponsors page for The Fresh Coast Project, A Great Lakes Tribute in photographs by photographer Ed Wargin. ​Ed Wargin is fine art, commercial advertising and editorial photographer from Duluth, Minnesota. He is the founder of the Fresh Coast Project , which is a photo essay on the Great Lakes. Specializing in fine art photographic prints for private collectors, corporate centers and healthcare facilities worldwide.

Thank You.

"As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them." - John F. Kennedy 


The Fresh Coast Project would not exist without the support of sponsors.  Whether through financial contribution, product support, or both, these companies have demonstrated their dedication to the Great Lakes region; its people, places, traditions and historical values throughout time. There are no words to express our appreciation for their belief in this project and our ability to do it. With that in mind, we will simply carry on in our work, creating beautiful images to celebrate the Great Lakes so that future generations will see how much those who came before them cared about this land and its legacy.


The Wege Foundation focuses on local good works that enhance the lives of the people and preserve the health of the environment.


Travel Sponsor and Digital Book Book Sponsor for The Fresh Coast Project. Best Western is the World's Biggest Hotel Family and offers lodging all throughout our Great Lakes region. 


For more than a century, Duluth Pack has provided quality backpacks, bags, and more. A heritage brand, they are located in Duluth, MN.


The Bentson Foundation, supporting the arts and education throughout Minnesota and the United States.


Springboards’ mission is to cultivate a vibrant arts community by connecting artists with the skills, contacts, information and services they need to make a living and a life.


Dynamic Perception provides low-cost and easy-to-use photographic motion-control systems.