Our Story and Mission

At Marea Viva, we honor the sand dollar’s spirit by protecting coastal ecosystems and uplifting communities that rely on them.

A serene shoreline at sunrise with gentle waves washing over sand dollars scattered along the beach.
A serene shoreline at sunrise with gentle waves washing over sand dollars scattered along the beach.
Coastal Care
Community Roots

We champion shoreline preservation and support eco-friendly livelihoods to nurture both nature and the people who call it home.

Projects

Hands-on efforts to protect our coasts.

Volunteers collecting trash along a sandy beach under a clear blue sky.
Volunteers collecting trash along a sandy beach under a clear blue sky.
Beach Cleanup

Removing debris to restore shoreline health.

Close-up of a sand dollar nestled among coastal plants.
Close-up of a sand dollar nestled among coastal plants.
Community members planting native vegetation along a dune.
Community members planting native vegetation along a dune.
A vibrant tide pool teeming with marine life at low tide.
A vibrant tide pool teeming with marine life at low tide.
Habitat Care

Protecting biodiversity through restoration.

Our Work

Protecting coasts and communities through hands-on care.

Coastal Care
Volunteers planting native dune grasses along a sandy shoreline at sunrise.
Volunteers planting native dune grasses along a sandy shoreline at sunrise.

Restoring shorelines to shield habitats and homes.

Children learning about marine life during an outdoor educational workshop by the beach.
Children learning about marine life during an outdoor educational workshop by the beach.
Community members gathering for a beach cleanup, collecting debris with smiles.
Community members gathering for a beach cleanup, collecting debris with smiles.
Education

Inspiring respect for oceans through engaging programs.

Uniting neighbors to keep our shores clean and vibrant.

Community
woman wearing yellow long-sleeved dress under white clouds and blue sky during daytime

Marea Viva’s efforts truly revived our local beach—clean, vibrant, and full of life again.

Joan K.

A smiling volunteer holding a sand dollar on a sunny, restored shoreline.
A smiling volunteer holding a sand dollar on a sunny, restored shoreline.

Their community programs inspired my family to care deeply about ocean health.

Mark L.

Children planting native coastal plants during a beach restoration event.
Children planting native coastal plants during a beach restoration event.
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