Monterey Waterkeeper

Monterey Waterkeeper is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that protects and restores fishable, swimmable, and drinkable waters within the Monterey Region and along California’s Central Coast for all to enjoy. We envision safe and affordable drinking water for all communities, including underserved communities of color; clean and accessible rivers that support swimmable waters and healthy fish to eat; and a climate-resilient ocean that supports a thriving economy, offers healthy habitat for fish and wildlife, and provides recreation for all people.

Monterey Waterkeeper combines science, legal and policy advocacy, outdoor education, and community engagement to effectively address existing and emerging water quality issues in the northern Central Coast region. We act as the public’s investigator, scientist, educator, and advocate for the Monterey Region stretching from Santa Cruz to Big Sur.

Monterey Waterkeeper is part of the Waterkeeper Alliance, an international network of water advocates with more than 300 organizations around the world. We are also a Member of the California Coastkeeper Alliance, which represents California Waterkeepers on statewide policy issues.