Why Volunteering Matters
From coastal cleanups to community science, volunteering is one of the most powerful ways individuals can contribute to a healthier planet. Local efforts, whether on the coast or inland, have ripple effects that extend across ecosystems. Every stream, river, and lake connects to the ocean, carrying the impact of our actions with it. By giving your time and energy to causes that protect waterways, marine life, and natural habitats, you become part of a global movement working to protect our Water Planet.