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Find and support ocean-focused organisations
Looking to take action for the ocean? Whether you want to volunteer, share your skills, support a campaign, or connect with ocean organisations, you’re in the right place.
Explore our global directory of ocean-focused NGOs and community projects. Many welcome remote support, local help, or public funding to boost their efforts in restoring the ocean. Some of them need support with data / community reporting. This is also known as citizen science.
Citizen science involves everyday people assisting researchers by gathering data. They might track plastic pollution, note whale sightings, or check water quality. This helps us better understand and protect the ocean.
Lists updated quarterly – last update: Tuesday 24th June 2025
Explore our global directory of ocean-focused NGOs and community projects. Many welcome remote support, local help, or public funding to boost their efforts in restoring the ocean. Some of them need support with data / community reporting. This is also known as citizen science.
Citizen science involves everyday people assisting researchers by gathering data. They might track plastic pollution, note whale sightings, or check water quality. This helps us better understand and protect the ocean.
Lists updated quarterly – last update: Tuesday 24th June 2025
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An international non-profit that certifies sustainable fisheries to protect ocean ecosystems. Consumers can make informed decisions about buying certified products
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An initiative founded by Dr. Sylvia Earle to establish marine protected areas called "Hope Spots" around the globe through communication campaigns, e.g. documentaries, social and traditional media, and innovative tools.
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A project aiming to explore and protect the last wild places in the ocean through scientific expeditions and policy advocacy.
Virtual externships available for 18-25 year olds.
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A non-profit organisation focused on whale conservation and ocean health through research and innovative technologies.
Can buy items they use as part of daily equipment from their wishlist. Seeking professional support from experts in specific areas, e.g. architecture, permits, donation of boats, NDAA compliant drones etc (see Professional Support for more details).
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A global alliance of scientists, research institutes, funders, policymakkers, NGOs, businesses and civil society aiming to accelerate the discovery of ocean life.
Register new species found. Volunteers can include scientists, governments, marine research institutes, museums, philanthropy, technology, media and civil society partners etc.
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A coalition of 180+ non-profits, foundations, companies and public figures calling on French and European governments to take rapid action
20 point manifesto which ranges from bottom trawling, Marine Protected Areas (MPAs), citizen health, plastic pollution, deep sea mining, marine life, and plundering of distant waters by European fleets etc.
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A non-profit working to protect the ocean from today's greatest global challenges.
Volunteers from anywhere in the world can get get involved in the International Coastal Cleanup or use the app Clean Swell to clean up their local waterways. Petitions are only in the US.
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A UK-based charity focused on ocean conservation through behavior change and habitat restoration.
Ocean experiences include both virtual and in-person opportunities at Plymouth Sound National Marine Park.
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A charity using science and storytelling to restore a healthy relationship between humanity and the ocean.
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An organisation combating ocean plastic pollution through sustainable practices and technology.
Can collect plastic from waterways / the ocean and record in their app. OI collectors will collect the plastic from you during collection drives.
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