About us
We are a group of Plastic Ocean Project volunteers dedicated to keeping our oceans healthy and clean of plastic pollution through regular cleanups, community outreach, and research! Join our group to learn about volunteer opportunities related to this issue in Wilmington and other southeastern North Carolina communities.
OUR MISSION
The Plastic Ocean Project is dedicated to the protection of human and environmental health by mitigating the plastic pollution crisis.
OUR VISION
We envision a world free from plastic pollution by empowering everyone to make more scientifically-informed choices for their health and the environment.
Upcoming events
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🧤2026 Concert Season Kickoff Cleanup 🌿
Greenfield Lake Amphitheatre, 1941 Amphitheatre Drive, Wilmington, NC, US## 🧤2026 Concert Season Kickoff Cleanup 🌿
### Join Plastic Ocean Project on March 21 for a community cleanup at Greenfield Lake Park as we come together to protect our waterways—and have a little friendly competition while we’re at it!
Cleanup Challenge Alert:
🏆 Most Interesting Piece of Trash → Win a ticket to the For the Ocean Gala
🏆 Most Trash Collected → Win a ticket to the For the Ocean GalaThat’s right—turn trash into treasure and score your way into an unforgettable evening celebrating ocean conservation, community, and impact.
Whether you’re a seasoned volunteer or brand new to POP, this is a perfect way to make a difference, connect with your community, and support our mission.💙
### When: March 21**, from 10am to 12pm**
### Where: Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Rotary Club Garden (1960 Amphitheater Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401)
Important: Volunteers will meet near the amphitheater entrance and grab their cleanup supplies. You can then branch off into various areas of the park. Please make sure you bring your trash and supplies back to the meeting location!
## Thank you to our partners:
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### Please read:
Note: Any volunteer under the age of 16 is REQUIRED to be accompanied by a legal guardian.
Plastic Ocean Project's Activity Waiver and Liability Release Form. You will be prompted during the sign up to digitally sign the waiver.
**A hard copy of the Liability waiver is REQUIRED to be signed in person before participating in the cleanup
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Past events
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