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Support Our Waterfront Journeys
New York City’s 578-mile shoreline is a living record of maritime history, coastal ecology, and public resilience. Your support helps us preserve these landscapes, expand access, and share the stories that connect communities to the water.
Direct Giving
Individual donations fuel our fieldwork, map updates, and free public programming. Every contribution directly supports the stewardship of NYC’s waterfront.
Going Coastal, Inc. is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. 100% of your tax-deductible contribution goes directly toward public coastal education and preserving maritime heritage.
Corporate Partnerships
Align your brand with coastal conservation and community stewardship. Our partners receive visibility across journeys, events, and digital platforms.
- Event and shoreline cleanup sponsorships
- Community engagement and employee volunteer days
- Brand alignment with environmental stewardship
- Co-branded journey features and map credits
App & General Support
Found a bug? Have feedback on a journey? Want to suggest a new point of interest? We read every message and use your input to improve the guide.
- Technical help with maps and navigation
- Bug reporting and feature requests
- Journey feedback and condition updates
- Accessibility and route correction submissions
Thank You
Every shoreline deserves a steward
Going Coastal, Inc. has been connecting people to the water since 2004. Whether you give, partner, or simply share a journey with a friend, you help keep New York’s coastal heritage alive.
Nonprofit Status
Going Coastal, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) charitable organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Transparency
We publish annual reports, disclose our finances, and maintain a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (GuideStar).
Direct Contact
Reach our volunteer team directly. We read every message and aim to respond within two business days.