Coral Bleaching Awareness Month is entering a new chapter. For 3 years, this global campaign has helped people understand one of the most visible signs of stress on coral reefs. Now, Coral Bleaching Awareness Month will take place in September, aligning global attention with the time of year when bleaching impacts and reef monitoring are… Continue Reading →
Written by Gil Zeimer Ever since the 1950s, Black Friday has been an American tradition to hit the shopping malls on the day after Thanksgiving in search of holiday gift bargains. In fact, it’s now celebrated in over 120 countries. But hold onto your shopping bag. Now in its fifth year, “Blue Friday” is a… Continue Reading →
Coral reefs are at a tipping point—and so is the movement to save them. Today, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is proud to launch our new 2025-2030 strategic plan: a bold, actionable strategy designed to ensure tomorrow’s reefs are stronger, more resilient, and better protected than ever before. This plan is our commitment. One that… Continue Reading →
The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) is stepping into a new era—one defined by strategic growth, stronger partnerships, and bigger impact. As corals face mounting threats, we’re scaling up our efforts to ensure reefs around the world not only survive but thrive. And we’re doing it quickly. Why Growth Matters for Coral Reefs Coral reefs support… Continue Reading →
Molokai’s coral reefs are among the most pristine and productive in the Hawaiian Islands! They provide essential habitat for marine life and a sustainable food source for the island’s residents. However, land mismanagement and invasive species have led to sediment runoff that smothers coral, degrading the reef’s health. Local organizations and community members have been… Continue Reading →
2024 has been a remarkable year for coral reef conservation, with educational, informational, and inspirational stories taking center stage. Because of people like YOU, we’re able to bring these stories to life and make a profound impact on coral reefs around the world, as well as the communities that depend on them. Below are our… Continue Reading →
Where Your Donation Will Go in 2025 We’re beyond excited to dive into another year of protecting our ocean’s gems—and it’s all thanks to you! Every donation you make fuels our mission to keep coral reefs thriving and full of life. In 2025, we’re kicking things up a notch with a strategic focus to Assess,… Continue Reading →
Coral reefs are powerful yet vulnerable ecosystems, rich in biodiversity but increasingly at risk in a changing world. Here at the Coral Reef Alliance, our team advances science to assess the adaptive capacity of corals, protect diverse reef networks, and restore marine ecosystems by influencing management and policy decisions. Our research shows coral reefs can… Continue Reading →
Nestled within the Gulf of Honduras, the Cayman Crown reef is a unique and critical component of the Mesoamerican Reef (MAR) system. Recently designated as a protected area, Cayman Crown boasts some of the highest coral cover within the MAR region, featuring live coral cover at an impressive 60% (Giro, 2019). This extraordinary reef serves… Continue Reading →