Discover our Alliance’s 2024 Impact
Clean Water for Reefs
CORAL works with community partners to assess local water quality, protect coastlines from land-based pollution, and restore coral reefs. Our Clean Water for Reefs initiative focuses on reducing land-based pollution to ensure reefs receive the clean water they need to thrive, as poor water quality leads to coral stress, disease, and degradation of marine ecosystems.
7
communities partnering with CORAL to keep wastewater out of the ocean across the Western Caribbean, Mexico, and Hawai’i
47
tons of sediment kept out of the ocean
34M
gallons of sewage properly treated in Honduras
93%
reduction in fecal bacteria levels because of our community-led initiatives
7656
square feet of invasive plants and 2 acres of invasive gorilla ogo removed in Maui
Sustainable Fisheries
CORAL improves fisheries by assessing key fish populations, protecting reefs from overfishing, and restoring fish stocks. Our sustainable fisheries efforts are conducted in partnership with local communities to establish effective marine protected areas and enforce sustainable fishing regulations, ensuring the long-term health of both reefs and fish populations.
7
fish spawning sites with increased protection, supporting the species that coral reefs depend on for resilience and biodiversity
46
partners in our alliance banded together to drive community-lead fisheries projects
125%
fish population increase in reef-dependent communities where we work
2.2M
acres of marine area are being actively managed, in various stages from planning to implementation
85992
kilometers of ocean/coastline surveilled by patrol boats to ensure illegal fishing actions are prevented and stopped
Adaptive Reef Networks
CORAL advances science to assess adaptive capacity, protect diverse reef networks, and restore marine ecosystems by influencing management and policy decisions. Our research shows that coral reefs can adapt to climate change, but this requires the establishment of large, diverse, and well-connected reef networks.
5
contributions to climate change adaptation strategies, coral reef management, and global marine conservation efforts
7
scientific studies published to inform management plans
11
sites monitored during 4th global bleaching event across Southern Quintana Roo and Malaysia
30
people were trained in person on coral bleaching identification and photo quadrat monitoring techniques
150
additional people were trained to use the Coral Bleaching: Toolkit and Comprehensive Guide
Financials
Your Support is Making Waves
I am inspired by the achievements of the CORAL team and deeply grateful for the unwavering support of our donors. You make our alliance stronger. On behalf of the Board of Directors, I extend my sincere thanks for your contributions, which helped make 2024 another successful year, with total revenue of $5.16M. CORAL remains committed to expanding impactful conservation programs and scientific initiatives while maintaining operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
This impact is made possible by the dedication, engagement, and generosity of individuals, foundations, and corporations who understand the importance of protecting coral reefs. Each and every donation ensures that resources are directed where they are most needed. In 2024, an impressive 71% of our total expenses directly supported program teams working to assess, protect, and restore coral reefs – strengthening their resilience against climate change.
Maintaining financial stability in an unpredictable economic climate is a challenge we navigate with confidence, thanks to your steadfast commitment to coral reef conservation. Your support is essential, and we couldn’t do this work without you.
—Rob Watt, Treasurer
& Support
Revenue and Support
| ● Foundation and government grants | $3,022,397 |
| ● Individual and corporate contributions | $2,639,307 |
| ● Other revenue | $90,271 |
| Total revenue and support | $5,751,975 |
Expenses
| ● Program services | $3,981,250 |
| ● Fundraising | $1,040,510 |
| ● Management and general | $448,997 |
| Total expenses | $5,470,757 |
Net Assets
| Change in net assets | $281,218 |
| ● Net assets, beginning of year | $3,917,214 |
| ● Total net assets, end of year | $4,198,432 |
Thank you from the CORAL team
Our commitment to protecting coral reef ecosystems has never been stronger. With renewed purpose and a bold new theory of change guiding our work, 2024 set the stage for growth as we continue our mission with optimism and science at the forefront. We are more determined than ever, fueled by the belief that there is hope for the future of reefs.
Our scientists, advocates, supporters, and partners are giving corals a better chance to thrive amidst the challenges of climate change. We recognize the magnitude of this task and the transformative power of collective action.
At CORAL, our approach remains unwavering: assess, protect, and restore coral reefs. We ensure that reefs benefit from clean water and sustainable fisheries – and that they have the capacity to adapt to climate change. Rooted in science, our projects focus on strengthening communities, enabling them to thrive and take ownership of their resources. In doing so, we proudly reflect the true spirit of our alliance.
YOU play a role in making this mission possible. Thank you. As we celebrate over three decades of conservation, we invite you to continue championing coral reef conservation and adaptation.
—Heather Starck, Executive Director
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Steve and Debbie Cohen
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Harry Saddler
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