Oceans and Seas Fund
Support ocean-saving organizations through Milkywire and help secure the future of our planet.
Empower resilient oceans and communities
Oceans sustain 80 % of life on Earth and generate half of our oxygen, yet they face mounting threats from overfishing, pollution, and habitat degradation. Milkywire’s Oceans and Seas Fund focuses on protecting endangered marine wildlife, reducing harmful plastic pollution, and restoring vital ecosystems like mangroves and seagrasses. By supporting conservation efforts, ocean clean-ups, and habitat restoration, we’re working to safeguard these crucial ecosystems for future generations.
Protect marine wildlife
Reduce marine pollution
Protect and restore marine ecosystems
Protect Marine Wildlife
Reduce Marine Pollution
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Oceans and Seas Fund pillars
The Oceans and Seas Fund brings together a diverse range of projects, each tackling unique challenges and themes. Centered around three core pillars, the fund’s framework is designed to drive impact across key areas.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Marine biodiversity is in a state of alarming decline, as key species such as whales, sharks, and sea turtles are endangered by habitat destruction, pollution, and excessive fishing. Currently, a mere 8.2% of the world's oceans have protection. There is an urgent requirement to secure an extra 23% as protected areas by 2030. Milkywire supports organizations committed to preserving marine life by engaging in direct protection efforts, conducting research, and generating knowledge. Additionally, we endorse projects aimed at establishing marine protected areas at both national and local levels.
The Kenya Marine Mammal Network aims to safeguard dolphins and humpback whales threatened by fishing and plastic pollution along Kenya's coast. Through consistent data collection, the project seeks to establish the Lamu Archipelago as an Important Marine Mammal Area (IMMA) and assess one third of Kenya's coastline to identify critical areas for marine mammals.
Reduce Marine Pollution
The escalating plastic crisis threatens marine life, annually, 11 million metric tons of plastic enter our oceans, joining an existing 200 million metric tons. There is a critical and pressing need to reduce the volume of plastics and other debris currently polluting marine ecosystems. Milkywire supports organizations that are involved in plastic reduction and other cleanup efforts aimed at minimizing waste in the oceans.
Pelagiska tackles plastic pollution on Sweden's west coast, where currents converge, accumulating plastic debris. By collecting plastic from the archipelago's islands before it breaks down into harmful microplastics, they can prevent an environmental disaster. With over 250 metric tonnes of marine debris collected in the last seven years, Pelagiska's efforts contribute to a cleaner and healthier ocean ecosystem.
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Mangroves, seagrasses, and other marine ecosystems act as carbon sinks, and shield coastal regions from storms, erosion, and help maintain water quality. They provide economic benefits through industries like tourism and fisheries and carry cultural importance as well. Milkywire supports numerous projects aimed at safeguarding and rejuvenating mangroves and other marine ecosystems for future generations. We support organizations that engage in grassroots efforts and work closely with local communities, while also advocating for policy changes at both the local and national levels.
Blue Marine Foundation is dedicated to restoring the ocean to health by protecting and restoring marine life. Using a combination of top-down interventions to improve ocean governance and bottom-up project delivery that empowers fishers and local communities, their mission is to see at least 30 percent of the world’s ocean under effective protection by 2030 and the other 70 percent managed in a responsible way.
Protect Marine Wildlife
Costa Rica
Namaka Conservation Science is committed to protecting endangered sea turtles in Costa Rica from threats like illegal hunting and bycatch in fisheries. They safeguard nesting beaches, secure eggs, and work with local fishers on safer fishing practices. Additionally, they tackle plastic pollution and climate-related habitat loss. Through research, community involvement, and creating jobs, Namaka strives to curb illegal hunting and encourage sustainable conservation, safeguarding sea turtles for the future.
Reduce Marine Pollution
Sweden
Launched in 2018, Hands 2 Oceans conducts regular dives to clear toxic waste, like lead batteries and electric scooters, from the Swedish east coast. With 300+ dives and 344,000 Kg of waste removed, the project aims to reduce environmental harm and promote recycling for a cleaner, safer ocean.
Protect & Restore Marine Ecosystems
Suriname
The Green Heritage Fund Suriname is dedicated to preserving Suriname's endangered species and marine environments. Their Hydrology and Mangrove Initiative focuses on protecting mangroves and involving the community, building resilience for a sustainable future in the region's rich ecosystems. Additionally, they engage in initiatives such as the sloth-focused Xenarthra and Dolphin projects, aiding in the relocation and rescue of species impacted by climate change and urban development.
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