Over the past year, we helped transform science into impact, growing research and relationships into measurable, on-the-ground impact. Across Maui Nui, the health of coral reefs begins far upstream. What happens on land—how water moves through wetlands and lo‘i, how coastlines are stewarded and managed, and how communities cherish their resources—directly shapes what reaches the… Continue Reading →
When you support a nonprofit, you’re doing more than giving money. You’re placing trust. Trust that your dollars lead to cleaner water.Trust that wildlife is healthier.Trust that ecosystems are stronger tomorrow than they are today. But good intentions aren’t enough. In conservation especially, effort doesn’t always equal results. A beach cleanup might feel meaningful, a… Continue Reading →
People want to know… What can I do that actually matters to protect the environment? And while tips like recycling, reducing plastic, and switching to reusable bags all play a role, they barely scratch the surface of what our planet needs right now. Environmental protection isn’t just a checklist. It’s a mindset shift, a willingness… Continue Reading →
The ripple effects of coral reefs reach nearly every coastline and community on the planet. Reefs support the seafood we eat, protect homes from storms, and provide ingredients for lifesaving medicines. But they’re in crisis. Half have already been lost, and nearly all could disappear by 2050 if we don’t intentionally act now. The good… Continue Reading →
Why Patrolling Matters Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are one of the most powerful tools we have to protect coral reefs. But only if they are effectively managed and enforced. Without regular surveillance and enforcement, illegal fishing, unregulated tourism, and other harmful activities threaten the biodiversity MPAs are designed to protect. In Cozumel, famously known for… Continue Reading →
A Major Win for Coral Reef Conservation in the Mesoamerican Reef Region After more than three years of collaboration, persistence, and science-based advocacy, the Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) and our partners from the Bay Islands Technical Committee, Healthy Reefs for Healthy People, Fundación Cayos Cochinos, and Fundación Cuero y Salado have reached an exciting milestone… Continue Reading →