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From the oxygen we breathe to the food we eat to the stability of our climate, we only thrive when our ocean thrives. As the climate crisis intensifies, so does human impact on ocean health.

Our Story

WE ENVISION A FUTURE

Where the ocean is healthy and thriving. That's why we work with sports, maritime and coastal communities to inspire solutions for the ocean.

Solutions in Action

THE JOURNEY FORWARD

Restoring our seas is an undertaking as large as the ocean itself. We find solutions with strong local stewardship and collective action around the world.

Grant Giving

Our Work

We harness the power of sport and philanthropy with an innovative and comprehensive approach.

Developing sustainability leadership

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Sail Newport, STEM, Newport, Rhode Island, Maaike Bernstrom, 11th Hour Racing

Funding innovative projects in coastal restoration and ocean health

Grant Giving

Empowering ocean-loving athletes and creators to work on projects #fortheocean

Meet our Ambassadors
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From the darkest depths of the sea to the highest mountains and everything in between, the ocean breathes life and connects us all.

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Meet the communities we work with around the world

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11th Hour Racing Expands Title Sponsorship of Francesca Clapcich to Advance Opportunity and Climate Justice in Sailing

11th Hour Racing has expanded its partnership with professional sailor Francesca Clapcich (ITA/USA), strengthening its title sponsorship as she embarks…

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Group photo of the all-female UpWind by MerConcept team.

Anne-Claire Le Berre Takes the Helm: A New Chapter for UpWind by MerConcept

UpWind by MerConcept is proud to announce Anne-Claire Le Berre as the new skipper for the 2025 season of Upwind,…

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The Magic of Puerto Mosquito Bay: How Healing an Ecosystem Helped Heal a Community

Watch the new film Operation Restoration: GLOW and discover how VCHT is restoring Puerto Mosquito Bay in Vieques to its…

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Rhode Races start in Newport, R.I. Credit: Scott Mason Photography

Rhode Races announces 11th Hour Racing as the Official Sustainability Sponsor of the Newport and Providence Rhode Races

Running event’s community commitment continues as 2025 editions draw near Rhode Races & Events is proud to announce 11th Hour…

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Mapping Pollution, Finding Solutions: Meet ORCA, a Diverse Team of Citizen Scientists on an Inspiring Mission

Watch the new film Operation Restoration: Lagoon and see how ORCA and their diverse team of scientists are driving change…

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11th Hour Racing Awards $4.4 Million in Grants to Support Ocean Health Initiatives

Grants fund local projects addressing ocean challenges and building scalable solutions 11th Hour Racing announced $4.4 million in grants awarded…

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11th Hour Racing Supports Initiatives Addressing Critical Ocean Challenges in 2024

Initiatives support ocean literacy, ecosystem restoration, and sustainability projects. In 2024, 11th Hour Racing funded 36 renewed grants, bringing the…

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Purpose, Passion and Perseverance: Urban Rivers Is Creating a Sustainable Model for Cities Worldwide

Watch new film Operation Restoration: River and learn how Urban Rivers is revitalizing the Chicago River from a forgotten waterway…

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2024 Year in Review for UpWind by MerConcept

Diversity, Inclusion, and Inspiration: A New Era for Offshore Sailing   Since its launch in early 2024, UpWind by MerConcept…

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