Saturday, September 20, 2025, at 8 a.m.
Indian River Lagoon Coastal Cleanup
In Celebration of International Coastal Cleanup Day, communities rally together to collect and document the trash littering coastlines. GreenSpace Water Alliance (GWA) invites you to join in for this year's cleanup by helping remove trash and debris from the shorelines of the Indian River Lagoon.
The event is FREE to participate in. Please register through the link below or call (321) 210 - 8738. The supplies for this event are allocated for each site based on registrations, so it is very important for you to register.
Please click here for full event details and to RSVP
Cleanup Locations
Turkey Creek Sanctuary, Palm Bay | 192 Melbourne Causeway | Eau Gallie Causeway | Pineda Causeway | 520/West Cocoa Beach Causeway | More Cleanup Sites are to be Announced
Funds for the cause are raised through the sale of event shirts, sponsorships, and donations.
Show your support today! Click here to make your purchase.
T-Shirt Sponsorships begin at $250. Specialty sponsorships are available; please email Hello@GSWaterAlliance.org or call (321) 210 - 8738.
Every year, this event encourages people to remove trash from shorelines to identify the sources of debris and promote behavioral changes.
No matter where you live—whether on the coast or thousands of miles away—all waterways lead to the ocean. If we take action and work together, we can improve the lagoon’s health and make trash-free seas a reality.
Thank you for your support!
Fun Stats & Photos from
Last Year’s Cleanup
On September 21, 2024, the Lagoon Coastal Cleanup event brought together volunteers passionate about improving the health and beauty of the Indian River Lagoon. Hosted by GreenSpace Water Alliance, in collaboration with various community organizations and sponsors, to celebrate a global initiative to reduce marine pollution.
Volunteer Impact
Hundreds of dedicated volunteers came out to tackle the pollution along the Lagoon’s shoreline. Armed with gloves, trash bags, lots of smiles, and a commitment to environmental stewardship, the volunteers collectively cleaned 23 miles of shoreline, significantly reducing waste that would otherwise wind up in the Lagoon.
Collection Results
The collective efforts of the participants led to the removal of 3,588 pounds of trash from the shorelines of the Indian River Lagoon. Among the top items collected were:
4,373 cigarette butts
2,919 tiny plastic pieces
1,881 food Wrappers
1,705 plastic bottles
1,428 beverage cans
1,211 tiny foam pieces
1,192 plastic bottle caps
1,121 grocery bags
These staggering numbers demonstrate the importance of continued cleanup efforts to combat pollution and protect the Lagoon’s ecosystem.
Education & Awareness
Beyond trash collection, the Lagoon Coastal Cleanup is an educational experience. Participants learn about the environmental threats of plastic waste, discarded fishing line, and other pollutants. The event reinforces the idea that every individual can make a significant impact to improve our waterways.
Are you ready to engage? We dare you to become a contributor to the cause. With your help, we will enhance our natural water resources and green spaces through community engagement, education, sustainable practices, and innovative solutions.
Looking Ahead
As we reflect on the success of last year's event, it’s clear that community engagement and education are vital for improving the health of the Indian River Lagoon for future generations. The GreenSpace Water Alliance encourages everyone to stay involved year-round through various environmental initiatives and looks forward to seeing even more participation in future cleanups.
Success Starts With You
Thank you to all the 2024 sponsors, partners, and especially the volunteers who made the event a tremendous success!
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Photo Gallery Presented by Olde Tyme Photos & RPGphotography
Thank you to George Campbell, Richard Gallagher, and the many participants that help share our impact with images from the Indian River Lagoon Coastal Cleanup. The Estuary Loves You!
