At Alliance for a Living Ocean (ALO), we believe a clean ocean and healthy coastal ecosystem begin with an informed and engaged community. Since 1987, ALO has worked to preserve and protect the waters surrounding Long Beach Island through education, conservation, and advocacy.
From school programs and beach cleanups to major community events like our Longboard Classic, our mission is simple: empower people to care for the ocean through hands-on experience, accessible science, and a passion for coastal stewardship.
What We’re Making Waves About
Longtime LBI Nonprofit Looks to a Cleaner Future
by New Jersey Monthly | August 11, 2021 | https://njmonthly.com/articles/giving-back/alo-lbi-nonprofit/
Born out of a community response to a significant pollution event, ALO has evolved into a cornerstone of environmental advocacy on Long Beach Island. Through initiatives like beach cleanups, educational programs, and community engagement, ALO continues to foster a culture of environmental stewardship, aiming to ensure the island's natural beauty and health for future generations.
Alliance for a Living Ocean
by Bay Magazine | September 1, 2018 | https://www.bay-magazine.com/single-post/2018/09/01/alliance-for-a-living-ocean
A chronicle of the organization's origins in response to the 1987 "Syringe Tide" pollution crisis and its subsequent efforts in environmental advocacy. It highlights ALO's instrumental role in influencing environmental legislation, such as the New Jersey Medical Waste Tracking Law and the Clean Water Enforcement Act, and its ongoing initiatives to combat nonpoint source pollution through community education and engagement.
Meet Nick Delfico, Alliance for a Living Ocean’s New Executive Director
by The Sandpaper | August 16, 2023 | https://www.thesandpaper.net/articles/meet-nick-delfico-alliance-for-a-living-oceans-new-executive-director/
In August 2023, Alliance for a Living Ocean (ALO) appointed Nick Delfico, a 27-year-old lifelong surfer, diver, and Rutgers University graduate, as its new executive director. Delfico brings a deep-rooted passion for ocean conservation and a commitment to engaging the community in ALO's mission to protect and preserve Long Beach Island's coastal environment.