Celebrate the Season of Gathering 

and Join Together for a Clean Ocean

Please join Clean Ocean Action (COA) for our annual gala on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at the beautiful Rumson Country Club, The Riverhouse, where a stunning sunset is guaranteed and the golden glow of the harvest time will bring us together to protect the natural beauty and bounty of the sea. 

Enjoy live music by The Haven, the famous Lusty Lobster Raw Bar, appetizers, delicious dinner buffet, 3-hour open bar, and a silent auction as we honor true-blue ocean heroes.

2026 Honorees:

Christopher D. Maher of OceanFirst Bank

Joey Garofalo of Beacon Events

The Marine Academy of Science & Technology (MAST)

for their remarkable commitment to our ocean

Sponsorship and underwriting opportunities available. Reserve online now or click the link for the complete Sponsorship Packet. 

Reservations are LIMITED.

About Clean Ocean Action

For over 40 years, Clean Ocean Action (COA) has been your true-blue ocean defender. With your support, we have successfully transformed the ocean from the verge of ecological collapse to one of vibrant beauty! Gone are the days of tar balls, sewage, medical waste, and garbage slicks washing up on our beaches. The Jersey Shore is thriving with marine life, and the clean ocean economy is booming! All this, thanks to generous donors like you! 

Together, with fellow ocean advocates, celebrate success and the dedication of our honorees who serve our communities. Please join us at the Harvest Hope for the Ocean Gala and consider becoming an event sponsor or underwriter. There are many options to fit your budget and to show additional support for a clean and healthy ocean.

If you have any questions or would like more information, please email events@cleanoceanaction.org or call us 732-872-0111. Tickets will not be mailed, but guest names will be on the guest list at the event entrance for check-in. 

Enjoy the autumn evening and dance the night away in coastal cocktail party attire -- think dress shirts, slacks or Bermuda shorts and skirts, dresses, or dressy separates (not formal wear).  Please avoid wearing sneakers, flip flops, and clothes with holes, frays, rips, or tears.

 Thank you for celebrating with us! "SEA" you there!

Founded in 1984, Clean Ocean Action is an IRS-recognized 501(c)3 organization, Tax ID #22-2897204. COA is proud of earning multi-year 4-star Charity Navigator and Platinum Candid ratings. Contributions are deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.