A network of support bonded by a common mission.

Support the health of the Indian River Lagoon by volunteering with one of these local organizations. Whether you enjoy hands-on restoration, education, or citizen science, there are many ways to help.

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Anglers for Conservation

This group teaches kids and families to be responsible stewards through hands-on fishing programs.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Volunteering at Hook Kids on Fishing events
• Teaching lagoon-friendly fishing and conservation habits

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Brevard Indian River Lagoon Coalition

The Brevard Indian River Lagoon Coalition is a leading, independent, unifying voice connecting community partners to restore the Indian River Lagoon.
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Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Assisting with community outreach and education
• Supporting advocacy and local government engagement
• Tabling at events to share lagoon info

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Brevard Zoo – Restore Our Shores

Restore Our Shores leads shoreline restoration efforts including oyster reefs, mangrove planting, and seagrass projects.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Fostering mangroves at home
• Helping build oyster habitats
• Joining shoreline restoration events
• Growing oysters for restoration

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Florida Tech – Indian River Lagoon Research Institute (IRLRI)

IRLRI brings together researchers and community members to solve water quality challenges.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Assisting in water-based research projects
• Helping build oyster mats and restoration materials

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Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program (One Lagoon)

One Lagoon leads regional restoration and education projects across the entire Indian River Lagoon watershed.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Participating in habitat restoration events
• Assisting with community outreach programs

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Keep Brevard Beautiful

This nonprofit organizes beautification and litter prevention efforts to protect public spaces and waterways.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Joining organized cleanups
• Adopting roads, parks, or beaches
• Supporting environmental education programs

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Marine Resources Council (MRC)

MRC uses science and community engagement to restore the lagoon’s natural systems.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Planting mangroves or working in the native nursery
• Helping with water quality monitoring and cleanups

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Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA)

ORCA empowers communities to engage in pollution tracking, research, and lagoon protection.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Assisting in citizen science and pollution mapping
• Supporting environmental outreach and education

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Recycle Brevard

Recycle Brevard promotes waste reduction and responsible recycling through education and hands-on programs.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Supporting public outreach and education booths
• Assisting with upcycling and creative reuse programs

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Stella Maris Environmental Research

Stella Maris connects people to nature through sea turtle research, nature hikes, and outdoor education.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Supporting outreach at nature events and community hikes

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Surfrider Foundation – Space Coast Chapter

This chapter protects our coastal and marine environments through advocacy, cleanups, and sustainable landscape initiatives.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Joining beach cleanups and dune restoration
• Promoting sustainable landscapes and Ocean Friendly Gardens
• Testing the lagoon for public health

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Waterway Warriors

Waterway Warriors mobilizes the community to remove debris and trash from Brevard’s canals, retention ponds, and shorelines.

‍Volunteer Opportunities Include:

• Joining waterway cleanups by foot or kayak
• Reporting pollution hotspots to the team
• Helping with neighborhood and pond cleanups