Making Waves of Change

Ash to Action

In the wake of the devastating 2025 Los Angeles fires, Heal the Bay leaped into action to support our L.A. communities and protect the health of Angelenos and the watershed we all call home.

Heal the Bay remains committed to helping the people, ecosystems, and coastal waters impacted by the fires and ensuring we build L.A. back stronger and more resilient.

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What’s New:

  • The 35th Annual Beach Report Card early preview: The BEST & WORST California Beaches of 2024 are LIVE! This essential public health tool grades water quality at over 700 beaches so you can hit the coast with confidence. 
  • May 21 & 24: Join Heal the Bay’s community science program, MPA Watch! Volunteers will learn how to collect data to help regulate Marine Protected Areas.
  • Calling all artists! Submit original artwork for Heal the Bay’s 2025 Coastal Cleanup Day Poster Contest for a chance to win $500 and have your work featured on official posters, merch, and social media. Deadline is May 31. Learn more and apply.

Our Impact

Beach and neighborhood cleanups are just the beginning. Heal the Bay staff work to mobilize LA’s diverse communities to protect our coastline, restore our waterways, and speak out for clean water policy across our watersheds.

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Get Involved

Ripples become waves. When you volunteer with us, your generous time supports ocean and freshwater areas in LA County ensuring they are safe, optimizes how we manage our local water supply, and takes action for equitable access to clean water and green space.

 

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Visit Our Aquarium

Steps from the ocean, an underwater wonderland awaits. Our kid-friendly Heal the Bay Aquarium at the Santa Monica Pier features 100+ species of marine life that live right offshore.

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Summit to Sea

When we “Heal the Bay” we start farther inland than you might think. Take an interactive trip with us as we follow water’s journey from the Sierras to the Santa Monica Bay.

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