North Carolina Coastal Federation

The North Carolina Coastal Federation is a nonprofit organization based in Newport, North Carolina. Employing 46 people, the federation is dedicated to protecting and restoring the coast of North Carolina. Since its founding in 1982, the organization has grown to have over 16,000 supporters. The federation offers a variety of programs focused on advocacy, restoration, and education. Their advocacy work involves collaborating with local, state, and federal agencies to develop and enforce effective coastal habitat protection and restoration policies. Restoration efforts include land purchases, cooperative agreements with landowners, and volunteer-driven projects to rebuild oyster reefs, living shorelines, wetlands, and shorebird nesting sites. The federation also works to reduce pollution reaching coastal waters by retrofitting farm drainage systems and neighborhoods. The federation's educational programs aim to increase awareness and appreciation for the coast and encourage stewardship of coastal resources. These programs include volunteer opportunities, field trips, in-school programs, conferences, professional workshops, and community outings. The North Carolina Coastal Federation can be reached through their website, nccoast.org.