In a remarkable display of environmental commitment and community spirit, the Grenada Fund for Conservation and the Sandals Foundation joined forces to lead this year’s International Coastal Cleanup Day (ICCD) on September 20. Over 50 volunteers, including students, Girl Guides, Scouts, Youth and Climate Ambassadors, and staff from Sandals Grenada Resort, gathered at Simon (Seamoon) Beach in St. Andrew to tackle marine pollution and safeguard the island’s precious marine ecosystems. The event, part of a global initiative, focused on solid waste management to improve water quality and protect aquatic habitats. The volunteers collected an impressive 1,134 pounds of trash, including 7,207 plastic bottles, clothing, household items, and more. Tyrone Buckmire, Founder of the Grenada Fund for Conservation, hailed the effort as one of their largest to date, emphasizing the importance of community involvement in environmental preservation. Heidi Clarke, Executive Director of the Sandals Foundation, underscored the critical role of marine ecosystems in providing sustenance, economic stability, and natural disaster protection. Beyond the one-day cleanup, the Sandals Foundation has been a leader in marine conservation for 16 years, supporting coral restoration, environmental education, and biodiversity projects. The Grenada Fund for Conservation has also benefited from four grants over the past six years, enabling initiatives like eco-tourism development and coastal restoration. This year’s ICCD not only revitalized Simon Beach but also inspired a broader movement for environmental sustainability in Grenada.