A coordinated national advocacy campaign to demonstrate public support for protecting America's beaches.
Why this campaign
America's beaches deserve
a unified voice. Sign Our Petition.
Federal funding for beaches shields communities from storms, drives tourism economies, protects vulnerable coastal habitats, and preserves one of the country's most beloved public assets. This summer we are showcasing the importance of America's beaches and how you can help protect our coasts.
Tell Congress that Americans stand behind federal investment in beach nourishment. Every signature strengthens our case on Capitol Hill.
Take Action
What you can do
to protect our beaches.
Every voice matters. Here are the most impactful actions you can take right now to show Congress that Americans value their beaches.
Sign the Petition
Add your name to our national petition supporting federal funding for beach nourishment and coastal protection programs.
Call Your Representatives
A 3-minute phone call to your congressional office is one of the most powerful advocacy actions you can take. Click Here - We'll give you a script.
Spread the Word
Share campaign content on social media using #YEStoBeaches. Tag us so we can amplify your posts to our full national network.
Join as a Member Organization
Beach associations, tourism bureaus, and coastal businesses can join the coalition to coordinate posts, share resources, and amplify reach.
Background & research
Fact sheets &
informational resources.
Use these documents to brief your team, educate your community, or share with press and local officials.
Why #YEStoBeaches — Campaign Overview
A plain-language summary of the campaign's goals, why federal beach funding matters, and how your voice makes a difference on Capitol Hill.
DownloadThe Federal Beach Nourishment Program — What It Is
A fact sheet on how the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' beach nourishment program works, how it is funded, and the criteria required to start a project.
DownloadCoastal Economy by the Numbers
Key statistics on the annual economic output of coastal communities and the economic multiplier effect of healthy public beaches.
DownloadEconomic Impact Report
A breakdown of the jobs, tax revenue, and tourism dollars generated by America's beaches.
Coming soonCongressional Fact Sheet
A one-page summary designed to hand directly to congressional offices with key data points, program background, and our specific funding ask.
DownloadSuccess Stories
How federal funding for beaches helps to avoid hurricane disaster costs, promote tourism, and support local businesses.
ViewHow to participate
Three things we're asking
of member organizations.
We've done the heavy lifting so you can focus on what you know best - Your beach.
Connect & coordinate
Connect us with your social media manager. Simultaneous posting across all member organizations is what turns individual voices into a national wave.
Use the content kit
We provide ready-to-post graphics, caption templates, and hashtags. Localize with your own beach photos and join the mission.
Post all summer long
Use the hashtags #YEStoBeaches and #AmericanCoastalCoalition.
Weekly content themes
A full summer drumbeat
Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Each week we'll send you content built around rotating advocacy themes supporting Americas beaches.
Economic impact
Public beaches support millions of jobs and protect billions of dollars of public infrastructure and real estate.
Storm protection
Why beaches and dunes are the best protection against hurricanes and coastal storms.
Community stories
Success stories of restored beaches and habitats across the country.
Congressional calls to action
Direct, specific asks that make it easy for you to contact your representatives and show your support for America's beaches.
Campaign timeline
From first post
to Capitol Hill.
Here's how the campaign unfolds from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Synchronized National Launch
Post simultaneously with the hashtags #YEStoBeaches and #AmericanCoastalCoalition. Tag us so we can share it!
Weekly Coastal Content
Rotating themes keep the conversation going all summer: economic impact, storm protection, community stories, and congressional calls to action.
Campaign Wrap
Last call to say #YEStoBeaches. We'll compile reach, engagement, and media coverage to document the public support we've built together.
Convert Momentum Into Action
Armed with summer data and stories, we will communicate directly with congressional offices to advocate for continued federal support for America's beaches.
Ready to join
our mission?
Click the button below to contact the American Coastal Coalition and join the campaign.