“Welcome to a space dedicated to the people who believe in a future of plastic-free oceans. Every day, we receive thoughtful, motivating messages from supporters around the world. Here are just a few that inspire us — and we hope they inspire you too.”
Wianda Upton, Community Manager

Words from our donors

From long-time monthly donors to those who recently joined our mission, our community is united by one goal: ridding the world’s oceans of plastic. Here are a few of their stories.

The earth is the one thing we have in common. It is morally correct to prioritize it, even put the survival of our planet above our own needs and vain ambitions. The earth is our true economy. Nothing else matters.

Emily Franks Canada

We support you for our grandchildren... they have a right to a better world.

Linda McPhee United Kingdom and The Netherlands

I love nature and see the gravity of humans polluting everything around them. Donating to organisations like "The Ocean Cleanup" is my way of trying to not solely be part of the problem, but also the solution.

Luke Germany

The Ocean Cleanup are doing such a huge effort to clean up the oceans for plastic. It is very impressing to follow their results of cleaning the oceans. I admire such a work that benefit the environment. A very big thank you to The Ocean Cleanup.

Karin Denmark

I heard about this project at the very beginning and was totally impressed and at the same time convinced that it needed to get materialized. More than ten years later I am very happy to see all the progress that has been made, and just because somebody decided that something needed to be done to help cleaning the big mess which is plastic pollution. I find The Ocean Cleanup a great example for the young generations. Working on a better world is possible!!

Mila Germany

This is what we have to do for our planet, support useful initiatives and bring hope to the people. Bravo!

Ugo Italy

Our oceans are being destroyed, so is the life in it, without your vital work our whole world will be covered in the crap that gets discarded into our oceans. Thrown or dumped without a second thought. You're making a huge, positive difference! The amount of rubbish you clean out is incredible, & I thank you!

Annie United Kingdom

It breaks my heart to see so much pollution in the water, and it's wonderful to see an organisation being so proactive in doing something about it - on such a big scale. I'd love to see The Ocean Cleanup reach grow.

Deb Greenfield New Zealand

I am supporting The Ocean Cleanup, because their work brings people together that understand how important it is to not only clean the oceans but to prevent garbage from getting in the oceans. They are working and investing a lot, so that our blue world stays cleaner and more blue. This effort needs funding and thanking.

Mathis Germany

Si même je n'ai pas commencé à polluer les océan, malheureusement j’y ai contribué ! Donc si je peux participer un peu à son nettoyage, d’ailleurs bravo et merci à toute l’équipe !!

Arnaud France

Featured fundraisers

Alain's courageous fundraiser

In September 2025, Alain Brandeleer completed the challenge he set for himself: swimming 23 kilometers between Ibiza and Formentera to raise funds for The Ocean Cleanup. For Alain, who was born with an atrophy of his left hand and whose right arm was later damaged due to a crocodile attack, this was not his first major swim, having previously crossed the Strait of Gibraltar and swam between Corsica and Sardinia.

His fundraiser garnered lots of attention and press coverage, and he is committed to continuing to spread awareness. We are truly impressed with his drive and achievements.

Alain ready to embark on his big swim across the sea
Alain swimming from Ibiza to Formentera to raise funds.

Sixtine's tennis tournament

Sixtine (11 years old) organized a tennis tournament with her friends to raise money for The Ocean Cleanup. Thanks to her effort, they raised €370 and helped collect 10 kg of trash.

This is a beautiful reminder of the change makers of tomorrow, and how excited and invested they are in creating a cleaner future.

Sixtine and her tennis tournament participants
Sixtine's cleanup crew
Sixtine wrote us a mail to share her initiative with us

See more fundraisers

There are so many other amazing fundraiser initatives, all with their unique stories. Have a look at the others on our fundraising platform:

Creating awareness through creativity

Creativity comes in many forms, and the pieces we’ve had the honor of seeing shared with us to raise awareness for clean oceans are truly moving. Explore a few featured examples below.

Join the cleanup

Plastic pollution is a challenge we can tackle — together. Whether you donate, collaborate, or simply stay informed, you’ll be part of a global community working to ensure clean oceans for generations to come.