Beach Cleanups
Saving Our Oceans One Beach Cleanup at a Time
Join the Beach.com Coastal Cleanup Movement
At Beach.com, we believe that the beauty of our coastlines isn’t just something to admire—it’s something to protect. As we continue to launch our new platform, dedicated to helping travelers find the best coastal vacation rentals, we’re doubling down on our commitment to preserving the very places we love to explore.
Our goal is simple: to unite people from coast to coast and keep our beaches clean and beautiful. Join us in making a difference by signing up to spearhead your beach cleanup, and Beach.com will help support you!
Why This Matters
Beaches are more than just picturesque vacation destinations; they’re vital ecosystems that support marine life, protect coastal communities, and provide a place of rest and recreation for millions. But with rising pollution and plastic waste, these natural treasures need our help. By coming together to clean up our shores, we can make a tangible impact—protecting wildlife, improving the visitor experience, and ensuring that future generations can enjoy the same pristine coastlines we love today.
Upcoming Cleanups
World Ocean Day 2026 Beach Cleanups
In 2026, we went bigger. Beach.com hosted 18 beach cleanups across 8 states, bringing together more than 650 volunteers to remove over 2,700 pounds of trash from coastlines stretching from Florida to Hawaii.
Beach.com 2026 World Ocean Day Cleanup Stats:
- 18 beach cleanups across 8 states
- Over 2,700 pounds of trash removed
- 650+ volunteers
- Events spanning Florida, Georgia, New York, New Jersey, Illinois, Hawaii, California, and Alabama
This is an annual event. Interested in being a Cleanup Captain for World Ocean Day? Reach out to Maria Pearlman at [email protected].
How You Can Help
We’re recruiting Cleanup Captains in coastal cities all year long—passionate individuals who want to make a real impact by leading a local cleanup effort in their communities. Whether you’re part of a non-profit, private organization, church, or simply an individual dedicated to environmental change, we need your help! Here’s how it works:
- Sign Up: Fill out our quick volunteer form to become a Beach.com Cleanup Captain. We ask that you sign up 5-6 weeks before you’d like to host a cleanup. This gives us time to promote the event, recruit volunteers, and order t-shirts.
- Recruit Volunteers & Drive Awareness: Reach out to your local community to gather volunteers and make your cleanup a huge success.
- Get Your Kit: We’ll coordinate an order of free Beach.com shirts (provided by us) along with a bucket reimbursement (up to 25 or $100) for you.
- Lead Your Cleanup: Organize the event, ensure everything runs smoothly, and make an impact!
- Share & Inspire: Document your cleanup efforts with photos and videos, tagging Beach.com on social media.
Register to be a 2026 Beach.com Cleanup Captain
Questions before you register? Please see our FAQ below the form
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We’ll Make Waves Together
This initiative isn’t just about cleaning beaches—it’s about building a movement. By participating, you’ll not only contribute to a healthier planet but also help us spread awareness and inspire action far beyond your local shores. Plus, your cleanup event will be featured on Beach.com and our social media pages, reaching over 280k fans and showcasing the direct impact of our captain and volunteers while driving awareness around beach conservation efforts.
Let’s come together to protect the places that mean so much to us. Sign up today and help us keep our beaches beautiful for generations to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What does a cleanup day look like?
We recommend starting at 9 a.m. while it’s still cool and wrapping up by noon, but the timing is up to you. You’ll also choose a meeting spot for your volunteers, which we’ll feature on the event page we create for you. - What should I bring?
We suggest bringing gloves, sun protection, and comfortable shoes. We’ll reimburse you for buckets (up to 25 or $100) and t-shirts for up to 100 volunteers—these will be shipped to you before the event. To ensure volunteers receive a shirt, only those registered at least 10 days in advance will be guaranteed the correct size shirt. - Is there any setup involved?
No setup is required! We’re keeping the process simple and low-impact. There won’t be tables or tents for these regional cleanups. Just meet your volunteers at the designated starting point and head out onto the beach together. - Where does the trash need to go? There are three disposal options:
- Partner with a beachfront business – The best option is to reach out to a local restaurant or business ahead of time and ask if they’d allow volunteers to drop trash in their dumpster. In return, we can feature their business name or logo on the Beach.com cleanup page. If needed, we can assist with getting the logo.
- Use public trash cans – If there are enough public trash cans in the area, volunteers can dispose of waste there.
- Beach.com can arrange a pickup – If neither option works, we can coordinate a trash pickup service in most areas. You would need to be present for the pickup, and we’d also need to confirm Sunday availability.