The Well Done Foundation

The Well Done Foundation We plug orphaned oil and gas wells, immediately stopping their greenhouse gas emissions. 501c3
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This problem won’t go away on its own.DeSmog's recent reporting underscores what our team sees in the field every day: o...
06/18/2026

This problem won’t go away on its own.

DeSmog's recent reporting underscores what our team sees in the field every day: orphan wells require far more than closure. Once contamination is involved, full restoration can take years and, in many cases, decades to fully address.

That’s why the work we do matters. At the Well Done Foundation, we step in to permanently plug these legacy wells and take on the restoration work needed to protect land, water, and nearby communities.

Read the full article featuring our Founder and Chairman Curtis Shuck: https://bit.ly/4fQl2Pc

06/14/2026

Celebrating orphan well project number 120 for the this week.

From the first of The Well Done Foundation wildcatters that bushwhack through the brush to positively identify and prior...
06/14/2026

From the first of The Well Done Foundation wildcatters that bushwhack through the brush to positively identify and prioritize these orphan wells to the surveyors, the wetlands team, the permitters, the loggers, the road builders, the site preppers, the pluggers and finally the restoration teams - our work is absolutely a team sport.

This week, as we kick off our well number 120 for The Well Done Foundation since we began our mission in 2019, we are reminded of all of the efforts by so very many people to make this important milestone even possible. For the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Deep Fork Project, this will mark our well #34.

While life seems to be always moving ever faster, please remember to take the time and celebrate the important things and the people who help to bring it all together.

We get that every day is a gift and the opportunity to make a difference . In a world full of crazy and chaos, leaving things better than we find them has never been more important!





06/07/2026

In Stillwater County, Montana with Curtis Shuck and preparing a high priority orphan well for plugging.

This well, drilled in January of 1924 to a depth of 2,780 came in as a dry hole, 102-1/2 years ago. The well never produced and of course this operator is way, way long gone.

As we were working this well up and performing prioritizations, the methane levels were super emitter high, but even more concerning was our ground water tests that came back with elevated levels of Benzene and other nasties.

This well is a long way from anywhere, like 30-miles to the nearest town with any services, because that is how we roll up here in Montana.

Our plan is to begin plugging this well in late August this year after we get our mile long mat road built in across the alkali flats in the Prairie.

Follow along with us on this one, because it’s going to be a doozy! What a great opportunity to make it right and leave things better than we found them. Providing a legacy like this orphan well plugging and restoration project for future generations is at the core of the Well Done Foundation mission and is exactly what gets me out of bed in the morning despite the challenges and sometimes overwhelming odds.

With the grace of God we make a difference .





06/04/2026

On the road with The Well Done Foundation, Curtis Shuck is back home in Montana for a hot minute for a recharge to get ready for the next round of projects.

Taking a break from orphan well scouting to enjoy God’s masterpiece and this gorgeous view of the Two Medicine River and be profoundly reminded of why this work is so important and our mission hits so hard.

For me personally, having the opportunity to serve is such an honor and working with our teams is humbling as I see their dedication each and everyday to making a difference

Here we go. Summer 2026 is on like Donkey Kong!





Our The Well Done Foundation teams are out there in it building the roads and bridges that clear the way to connect the ...
06/02/2026

Our The Well Done Foundation teams are out there in it building the roads and bridges that clear the way to connect the past to a brighter future.



Clean water depends on what happens below the surface. 💧🚰Orphan wells can affect groundwater systems over time, particul...
05/31/2026

Clean water depends on what happens below the surface. 💧🚰

Orphan wells can affect groundwater systems over time, particularly when aging infrastructure has remained unaddressed for decades. In some cases, these wells may create pathways that influence surrounding water and soil conditions.

By permanently plugging these wells, we help support long-term water quality and healthier environmental conditions for the communities connected to these resources, .

Want to support this work? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4jD0JTu

As temperatures rise, so do the risks associated with orphan wells. ♨️In warmer months, these wells can emit higher leve...
05/29/2026

As temperatures rise, so do the risks associated with orphan wells. ♨️

In warmer months, these wells can emit higher levels of methane and increase pressure buildup, creating greater potential for environmental impact and safety concerns.

At the Well Done Foundation, our teams adapt to these conditions in the field. Through careful planning, monitoring, and permanent plugging solutions, we work to address these wells safely and effectively.

No matter the season, we do what it takes to protect surrounding communities, land, and ecosystems, .

Want to support our work? Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4jD0JTu

Did you know orphan wells can impact mental health in surrounding communities? It may sound unlikely, but it's true. Her...
05/27/2026

Did you know orphan wells can impact mental health in surrounding communities? It may sound unlikely, but it's true. Here's how. 👇

Emerging research shows that living near oil and gas sites may be associated with negative mental health outcomes, including increased rates of depression. Exposure to certain compounds, like toluene, benzene, and ethylbenzene, may play a role. ⚠️

For the communities living near these sites, this isn’t abstract. It’s a real risk in their daily life.

Addressing orphan wells means more than improving environmental conditions. It’s about reducing long-term hazards and helping create healthier, more stable places to live, .

Learn more and support our mission today: https://bit.ly/4jD0JTu

As more people head outdoors this season, it's important to remember that not every risk is clearly visible. ⚠️Orphan we...
05/25/2026

As more people head outdoors this season, it's important to remember that not every risk is clearly visible. ⚠️

Orphan wells have been found near hiking trails, waterways, and even close to homes and schools. In Pennsylvania, one leaking well sat just steps from family homes. In Missouri, geothermal wells required urgent repair at a high school to protect students and staff.

That's where we come in. ✅

At WDF, our field teams work to identify, examine, and address these wells, helping make these spaces safer for the communities, families, and kids that use them every day.

If you want to support this work, you can contribute here: https://bit.ly/4jD0JTu

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