4ocean Charitable Foundation
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Our Vision is Clear:
A world free from plastic pollution, where the ocean thrives and future generations inherit a healthier planet.
As the nonprofit arm of the 4ocean brand, 4ocean Foundation powers large-scale cleanups worldwide, removing plastic from the ocean, restoring rivers and coastlines, and protecting marine life for generations to come. 4ocean Foundation is dedicated to ending plastic pollution by cleaning our ocean, rivers, and coastlines, tackling the growing threat of microplastics, and empowering communities through education and awareness. A Global Crisis Requires Global Solutions:
4ocean Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We ensure that all contributions are 100% tax-deductible in the U.S. and select countires, directly funding our mission to clean and preserve the marine environment. Our Foundation focuses exclusively on partnering with local captains and crews to clean plastic and trash from our ocean and creating educational campaigns that expand awareness.
4ocean Foundation was established as a separate entity from the 4ocean Public Benefit Corporation (PBC), our for-profit counterpart. This strategic move was made to expand our impact on ocean conservation by accessing diverse streams of capital and philanthropy. Why We Clean:
Our lives are deeply connected to the ocean, it is one of the most vital ecosystems on Earth. Covering more than 70% of the planet’s surface, the ocean generates a significant portion of the oxygen we breathe and sustains countless forms of life. It's where we work, unwind, connect with nature, and feel truly alive. Plastic pollution is a dual threat. Existing plastic is a significant threat to marine life and ecosystems however, when plastic photodegrades (breaks down) one plastic water bottle can turn into millions of pieces of microplastic. Microplastic pollution is exponentially threatening the health of every living being on our planet. Seeing our ocean, rivers, and coastlines polluted with plastic, wildlife struggling to survive, and communities losing their livelihoods - that’s what fuels our mission. We clean to protect the people and places we love. Not just for today, but for every generation to come. Please join us today but following and engaging with our social media channels and by making a donation of any size. Thank you for your support!
On September 2nd, the river crew set out along the Ijo Gading river working to restore its flow.
Aboard a marine cleanup vessel, the team worked their way along the river, pulling out debris that high tide had swept in from surrounding areas. By the end of the day, they had removed almost 2,000 pounds of trash and plastic before it could reach the ocean.
Rivers carry waste quickly. A plastic bottle floating past today can be miles offshore tomorrow, out of reach and threatening marine wildlife and the ecosystems they depend on. Every pound removed from this river is a pound that never makes it to the ocean.
Help support the crews working to protect the ocean that connects us all at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
09/27/2026
Rivers are at the heart of our mission, and here's why: More than 1,000 rivers account for 80% of the plastic that rivers carry into the ocean each year.
Rivers connect our communities to the ocean, and plastic and trash that enter these waterways can be carried downstream and eventually out to sea.
That's why these crews don't just work along the coast. They head inland to protect the rivers they rely on for swimming, growing their food, and natural flood protection. Between cleanups, the river booms stay hard at work, catching floating trash and holding it until crews can haul it out, all while letting the water flow freely.
Stopping trash at the source means cleaner rivers, healthier communities, and a healthier ocean. This World Rivers Day, show some love to the river closest to you and help keep it clean!
09/21/2026
Within each cleanup crew is a group of dedicated members working to protect the ocean that connects us all.
No matter what challenges arise at a cleanup site, they gear up and get to work, knowing their efforts protect their local community and the planet.
Each face represents someone striving to leave a better planet for the next generation, someone who understands the importance of keeping our waterways clean. Because they know it's not just about removing waste, it's about giving back to the ecosystems and natural areas that give so much to us every day.
Help this crew continue the fight against plastic pollution and protect the ocean that connects us all at 4oceanfoundation.org/donate
09/19/2026
This International Coastal Cleanup Day, take impact into your own hands.
No matter where litter starts out, it usually finds its way to the ocean through storm drains, rivers, and streams. The shoreline is one of the last checkpoints before trash disappears into the sea, and once it's in the water, it becomes much more difficult to recover. From there, it can travel hundreds of miles, harming marine life and ecosystems far from where it started.
The good news? Every piece of litter removed is one less piece that makes that journey.
Today, take a moment to look after the places around you. Grab a bag, bring a friend, and clean up a beach, a park, a street, or even your own backyard.
So get out there, get your hands a little dirty, and be part of the solution. The ocean will thank you.
While you’re out there, take a picture and tag us for a chance to be featured on our stories!
The crew at Baluk River went beyond simply cleaning this river - they worked to bring it back to life.
Students from 3rd Baluk High School joined the Jembrana River Boom team, removing all kinds of waste along the riverbanks. Wading through organic debris, everyone worked together to clear the river of trash and plastic.
Once the cleanup was complete, they took things a step further, releasing fish into the river to help support new life. This is why the work matters so much: it's not just about clearing waterways, it's about helping them return to their natural, thriving state.
Support 4ocean Foundation crews in the mission to revive natural areas like this one at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
09/17/2026
Prapat Agung Beach in Bali suffered in silence until this crew showed up.
What was once a shoreline buried under debris is now a place with its natural beauty restored. And here, that transformation means more than a cleaner beach.
Prapat Agung sits within the West Bali National Park landscape, home to nearly 160 protected animal and plant species and coastal ecosystems that support local fisheries and communities.
Plastic left behind can move back into the ocean, enter sensitive habitats, and break down into microplastics. Removing it helps protect the larger ecosystem connected to this shoreline.
That transformation is the mission. Steady, dedicated work can restore places like this and protect what depends on them.
No matter where you are, you can help by reducing single-use plastics, disposing of waste responsibly, or supporting this mission at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
On August 14th, the Jembrana team carried out another beach cleanup, but this one had a much greater impact than usual.
Joined by local students, the crew went beyond their typical duties. As they worked, the team educated the students on the importance of proper waste disposal and avoiding single use plastics, while inviting them to take part in the cleanup itself.
Through this hands-on experience, picking up piece after piece of waste, the students came to understand the weight of their choices. Every item improperly discarded adds to what the crew must later collect, a clear reminder that pollution doesn't simply disappear once it's out of sight.
Days like this are a testament to the power of community education. By turning a routine cleanup into a lesson in responsibility, these teams are helping to raise a generation that treats the coastline not as someone else's problem, but as their own to protect.
Thank you to the West Bali National Park authorities who invited 4ocean Foundation to participate in this joint cleanup event. We are immensely grateful for the opportunity to expand education to the next generation.
Coastlines serve as the last barrier before waste enters the ocean, and this crew reached Kedungu Beach right on time. Plastic water bottles and other single use plastics were scattered along the shoreline and wedged between rocks, so the crew spread out across the beach to collect as much waste as possible. Beyond the beach, they also relieved a nearby canal that connects to this area.
Beaches should be filled with wildlife, not overwhelmed with inorganic debris. That's where the 4ocean Foundation crew comes in, giving this place a new future and keeping trash from ending up in the ocean.
Help support these crews in protecting our ocean from plastic pollution at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
09/14/2026
Before, the Pergung River was overwhelmed with waste, trash wedged between rocks, tangled along the muddy banks, and floating across the surface. What should have been a thriving ecosystem had become a dumping ground.
After hours of work, the river started to run clearer, free to flow into the ocean without causing any harm. This transformation is a visual testament to the importance of this work that fights against plastic pollution.
Every piece of trash removed here is one less piece heading downstream to the ocean. Help us keep these transformations going by donating at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
Along the Pergung River, waste had piled up thick among the rocks and riverbanks.
As the trash accumulated, it disrupted the river's natural flow and threatened the wildlife that calls this area home. The crew got to work, clearing plastic and debris from the water's surface, the muddy banks, and the gaps between rocks.
This work does more than restore a river, it gives the ocean a cleaner, healthier future. Help fuel this impactful work by donating at 4oceanFoundation.org/donate
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