Kids Turning the Tide to Help the Planet—And Having Fun Doing It!
(By climate journalist and founder of The ChariTree Foundation, Andrea Koehle Jones.)
There’s no place like the beach, but you might not realize how much fun a beach clean-up party can be—until now. You’ll be amazed at all the garbage that can wash up over time and the difference an enthusiastic group of kids can make in just a few hours. Read this EcoParent article to learn how to host and epic beach or shoreline clean-up party for children and teens.
The ChariTree Foundation enthusiastically supports beach cleanups, as they provide a hands-on way for kids to connect with the ocean and surrounding landscapes. These experiences inspire a love for nature, fostering a sense of responsibility and a desire to protect beaches and marine ecosystems for the future.
Located on a small Pacific island off the coast of Vancouver, The ChariTree Foundation has a deep awareness of the importance of ocean protection. Through partnerships with ocean conservation organizations, the foundation introduces children to critical marine issues, including plastic pollution, climate change, and habitat destruction. Its programs often feature beach cleanups, marine biology workshops, and educational initiatives that emphasize the importance of preserving ocean ecosystems. By instilling environmental awareness from an early age, The ChariTree Foundation empowers young people to become active stewards of both land and sea for future generations.
“I want to give children opportunities to fall in love with oceans because you protect what you love.” — Andrea Koehle Jones, Founder, The ChariTree Foundation.
The ChariTree Foundation is a United Nations Climate Observer Organization and Canadian nonprofit dedicated to advocating for more environmental education opportunities for children and teens across Canada and around the world. The foundation helps young people connect with nature by creating and supporting hands-on learning experiences. It funds projects such as tree planting initiatives, beach cleanups and other outdoor education programs that teach sustainability and conservation. Through these initiatives, The ChariTree Foundation aims to inspire the next generation of environmental leaders, helping them develop a deeper understanding of the natural world and the importance of protecting it.
“There’s no time to wait. Let’s do all we can now to stop the accelerating decline of marine habitats and biodiversity in Canada and around the world,” said Andrea Koehle Jones , Founder and Children’s Climate Education Advocate, The ChariTree Foundation. “Kids everywhere are counting on all of us all to protect ocean ecosystems and act on climate change and biodiversity loss now.”