The ocean gives.
We give back.

Coastal Cleanup Day Results

Seventy-nine locations, 13,914 volunteers, 30,000+ pounds of trash, infinite good vibes! Our recap and photo gallery for Coastal Cleanup Day in LA County are up.

Plastic Reduction Act Stalled

The California legislative season has ended and the transformative waste reduction policies, SB 54 and AB 1080, did not pass. However, they did not fail either.

Our Impact

Beach cleanups are just the beginning. Heal the Bay staff work to mobilize L.A.’s diverse communities to protect our coastline, restore our waterways, and speak out for smart water policy.

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Become a Sustaining Member

Ripples become waves. Make a monthly gift in support of community science, education, and advocacy. Your generous ongoing support ensures that L.A.’s waterways and coastline remains healthy, safe, and clean. Plus, there are perks!

 

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Visit Our Aquarium

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

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Summit to Sea

Healing the Bay starts farther inland than you might think. Take an interactive trip with us as we follow water’s journey from the Sierras to Santa Monica Bay.

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