A Day to Give Back to Our Oceans and Communities

Join us on Friday, November 29th, 2024, from 11am - 2pm at JettyWave to celebrate Blue Friday! Spend the day outdoors with friends and family, creating sustainable gifts like painted reusable canvas tote bags, terrariums made with natural elements, and ornaments decorated with all-natural materials foraged from nearby open spaces. Our sustainable store will be onsite, along with delicious snacks from New Leaf and no-host drinks from JettyWave. Don’t miss out on trying the Sea Hugger drink—proceeds support our ocean-saving programs! Come create with us, connect, and make a difference for our planet!

Where: JettyWave Distillery 155 Broadway, Half Moon Bay CA, 94019

When: Friday, November 29th, 2024, from 11am - 2pm

What is Blue Friday?

Blue Friday is our way of shifting the focus from Black Friday’s consumer-driven mindset to a sustainable, eco-conscious alternative that puts our planet first. By participating in Blue Friday, you’re helping to reduce the demand for single-use plastics, support ocean cleanup initiatives, and make choices that benefit our communities. When you make a purchase with Sea Hugger on Blue Friday, you’re directly contributing to our ocean conservation programs, which work tirelessly to remove plastic waste from the seas, protect marine wildlife, and support local clean-up efforts.

The Impact of Giving Back to Our Oceans

Our oceans are the heart of our planet, producing over half of the world's oxygen and absorbing much of our carbon dioxide. But every year, millions of tons of plastic enter our oceans, endangering marine life and disrupting ecosystems. This plastic doesn’t just vanish; it breaks down into microplastics that enter the food chain, ultimately impacting human health. Organizations like Sea Hugger work year-round to combat these issues by organizing clean-up efforts, creating educational programs, and advocating for policies that protect our oceans.

Supporting Blue Friday means you’re standing with Sea Hugger and other environmental nonprofits dedicated to ocean conservation. Every dollar and purchase helps fund programs that clean our coasts, reduce plastic pollution, and promote sustainable practices. When we choose to give rather than shop on Black Friday, we’re making a statement that our planet’s health is a priority—and every small action we take can add up to make a big difference.

Why This Year Matters More Than Ever

This year, our planet needs us more than ever. Climate change, pollution, and overconsumption continue to threaten our natural resources, and our oceans bear the brunt of it all. The good news is that there are ways to help turn the tide—literally. By supporting nonprofits that are already making a difference, we amplify their impact and create a ripple effect that benefits our planet as a whole.

Giving back on Blue Friday doesn’t only benefit the environment—it also strengthens our communities. Nonprofits like Sea Hugger work with local organizations to bring environmental education and awareness to schools, hold community events, and provide resources for sustainable living. Supporting Blue Friday means investing in programs that bring lasting change at both local and global levels.

Ways to Give Back This Blue Friday

There are many ways to make an impact this Blue Friday:

• Donate to Sea Hugger or Other Environmental Nonprofits: Your donation goes directly toward ocean conservation efforts, including clean-ups, educational programs, and policy advocacy.

• Support Plastic-Free Brands: When you shop for holiday gifts, consider choosing brands committed to sustainable, plastic-free products. A Sea Hugger purchase, for example, supports our mission and provides eco-friendly gifts for friends and family.

• Join a Local Clean-Up Event: Participate in or organize a community clean-up to remove litter from local beaches, rivers, or parks.

• Reduce Your Plastic Consumption: Make small changes in your daily life, like carrying a reusable water bottle or choosing plastic-free packaging for holiday gifts.

Resources for Going Plastic-Free and Supporting Our Oceans

For those looking to take action this holiday season and beyond, here are a few helpful resources:

• Plastic Pollution Coalition: Learn more about how plastic pollution affects the planet and find resources for reducing single-use plastics in your life.

• The Ocean Cleanup: Follow the progress of innovative cleanup projects working to remove plastic from our oceans.

• 5 Gyres Institute: Discover ways to be part of the solution by reducing plastic waste in your daily life.

Join Us This Blue Friday

By choosing Blue Friday over Black Friday, you’re taking a stand for a cleaner, healthier planet. This season, let’s choose giving over consuming, focusing on the well-being of our oceans, communities, and the generations that will follow. Join Sea Hugger this Blue Friday and make a meaningful difference for our planet—because together, we can protect what matters most.