At our core, rebuilding coral reefs is what we do. To that end, we deploy recreational divers to achieve this goal. Over 90% of the tens
of thousands of corals and sponges we have planted have been by non-scientific recreational divers. Coral reefs are the most biologically divers eco-system on our planet and without them, our ocean will not survive as we know it today.
If you are a recreational diver and would like to participate, please get in touch and join us!
The Reef Institute is a nonprofit organization based in West Palm Beach, Florida, with a mission to conserve coral through education,
research, and restoration. Guided by the vision “Together We Save the Ocean,” The Reef Institute is committed to protecting and restoring coral reefs, which are essential in achieving this mission.
Central to the organization’s work is Rescue to Reef, a comprehensive approach that guides corals from emergency rescue through recovery, restoration, and long-term survival. This work is centered on three core efforts: preserving diverse coral species in a land-based facility as part of a genetic biobank, restoring reefs through coral outplanting, and translating coral science into clear and accessible education that helps the public understand why coral matters and how they can contribute to its future survival.
Based in Palm Beach County, Florida, he Reef Institute leads efforts addressing challenges such as Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease and
coral bleaching. Working alongside conservation organizations across Florida and the Caribbean, as well as researchers, government agencies, and local communities, the organization supports research, restoration, and public
engagement while remaining committed to the long-term stewardship of coral ecosystems.
Tampa Bay Watch is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization founded in 1993 and is based in Tierra Verde, Florida. Its mission centers on
restoring and protecting the Tampa Bay estuary through hands on, community driven environmental stewardship. Tampa Bay Watch runs a wide range of restoration projects, including salt marsh plantings, oyster reef construction, coastal cleanups, wildlife protection initiatives, and many others. Thousands of volunteers of all ages participate each year, helping the bay recover from environmental challenges and supporting long term ecological health.
Education is another core pillar of Tampa Bay Watch’s work. Through programs, outreach, and its Discovery Center at the St. Pete Pier, the
organization teaches residents and visitors about the local ecosystem and the importance of estuary conservation. Educational efforts include school field trips, summer camp programs, Marine Science on the Move mobile education, and community outreach at the Discovery Center. These combined efforts aim to foster a healthier watershed and a more environmentally engaged community.
