Join us in celebrating #GivingTuesday, a day of global giving! For nearly 30 years, we’ve been at the forefront of responding to critical events like this summer’s coral bleaching, building hope and resilience for our world’s coral reefs. Your support is crucial in safeguarding these underwater treasures.  So how can you get involved this GivingTuesday? 1. Shop and Support! Join our corporate partners in making waves! This GivingTuesday, your shopping can make a significant impact on the health of our coral reefs, thanks to the incredible support of our corporate partners. Each of these b ..read more

As the holiday season approaches, the spirit of giving intertwines with the growing global consciousness towards sustainability. This year, let’s make our gift choices resonate beyond the moment of unwrapping. Embracing eco-friendly alternatives not only expresses thoughtfulness but also contributes to a healthier planet. In this guide to sustainable holiday shopping, we lay out a curated selection of ocean-friendly products that not only delight but also leave a positive mark on our environment. Principles Let’s start by laying down some essential shopping principles. In the whirlwind of holi ..read more

(OAKLAND, CA – November 10, 2023) Today, a consortium of universities, development agencies, and NGOs announced the launch of Climate REEFS, a collaborative project to advance socially equitable climate change adaptation for coastal communities that depend on coral reef resources in Indonesia and the Philippines. Climate REEFS is a project under the UK-Canada Climate Adaptation and Resilience (CLARE) research framework programme and the UK Blue Planet Fund’s Climate and Ocean Adaptation and Sustainable Transition (COAST) programme. Partners include Pattiumra University (Indonesia), the Univers ..read more

What’s the price tag of coral reefs? Roughly $11 trillion. From food, medicines, recreation, and tourism to coastline protection from erosion, coral reefs benefit an estimated 1 billion people. Zoom in, and more than 330 million people reside in the immediate vicinity of coral reefs, and their livelihoods often rely on healthy reefs and their related resources. But, coral reefs face a multitude of threats, and unsustainable fishing of certain species that help our reefs is one of them.  While unsustainable fishing practices such as fishing during specific months of the year or in certain ..read more

Coral reefs, rainforests of the sea, are magnificent and diverse ecosystems teeming with life. Within this underwater wonderland, herbivore fish emerge as unsung heroes, playing a pivotal role in maintaining the delicate balance that sustains these vibrant reefs. Remarkable creatures like parrotfish and surgeonfish serve as nature’s custodians, diligently preserving the health of coral reefs by curbing the growth of algae, which, if left unchecked, can pose significant threats to the entire ecosystem. The Remarkable Parrotfish and Surgeonfish Among the many herbivorous fish species, parrotfish ..read more

Honolulu, September 14, 2023 The sounds of strings, piano, harp, opera, and ukuleles resonated through the warm Hawaiian night as the second edition of “Music on the Reef” graced Honolulu. This annual event, conceived as a heartfelt thank-you to our generous donors, took on a new dimension in light of recent events and became a profound benefit for a vital cause. A Night of Music and Giving Back As the sun set, guests gathered at the stunning Pacific Club to embark on an evening of enchanting music and camaraderie. The event kicked off with a delightful spread of pūpūs, featuring a medley of m ..read more

Currently, population growth in coastal areas has led to an increase in fishing activity in different parts of the world. Naturally, higher populations demand greater economic outputs as the need for food and household income also grows. Coastal communities such as those in Honduras’ Tela Bay are experiencing significantly greater pressures on fishing resources and, in effect, on coral reefs. Our team in Honduras has spent the past few years diligently crafting the design and implementation of innovative and sustainable economic alternatives to fishing in water that are critical coral reef are ..read more

Tanya Amaya has been a part of the CORAL family since 2019 and her leadership has taken our work in the Western Caribbean to new heights.  Tanya leads our team in tackling the biggest threat to coral reefs, untreated and poorly treated wastewater.  She was instrumental in positioning CORAL to receive a Blue Champions Award. Tanya is based in Tegucigalpa, Honduras but her work takes her to islands across the Western Caribbean. She uses her optimistic, collaborative, and community-based approach to take action and achieve our mission to save coral reefs. We feel so grateful that ..read more

Our best strategy in the face of escalating environmental challenges is to harness the power of collaboration to ensure coastal communities are resilient. We’re glad to announce our partnership between the Coral Reef Alliance and ASIDE Honduras (Association for Integral Development and Environmental Sustainability) to protect valuable coral reef ecosystems on the North Coast of Honduras through effective MPA management and water quality monitoring. Meet ASIDE Honduras ASIDE Honduras is a small Honduran non-profit organization with a strong focus on conservation and social development. ASIDE’s ..read more

A devastating mix of human and ecological loss has recently occurred in the Pacific. The wildfire in Maui has cast a shadow of ash and tragedy over the island’s landscape, as well as over the Coral Reef Alliance as an organization.   Maui – and more specifically the historic town of Lahaina – is home to CORAL colleagues, friends, family, supporters, and a field site of our conservation programming.   The devastating wildfire has not only impacted the lives and livelihoods of the residents, but they have also destroyed vast areas of natural habitat – on land and in the water – th ..read more