Our mission is to protect and improve Narragansett Bay.
Our vision is a fully swimmable, fishable, healthy Narragansett Bay, accessible to all.
Save The Bay is an independent, member-supported, nonprofit organization. We got our start as a grassroots organization in 1970, when a small group of concerned citizens came together to fight an oil refinery proposed for the shores of Tiverton. Their work began our legacy as the eyes, ears and voice for Narragansett Bay. Today we carry out our mission through three areas of work: advocacy, education, and habitat restoration and adaptation.
Latest News & Stories
New Poll Shows Majority of Rhode Islanders Support a Bottle Bill to Reduce Litter and Improve Recycling
Friday, March 7, 2025
For Immediate Release New Poll Shows Majority of Rhode Islanders Support a Bottle Bill to Reduce Litter and Improve Recycling 71% of Rhode Islanders are concerned that RI’s recycling system is not working PROVIDENCE, R.I. – March 7, 2025 – A new poll of registered voters in Rhode Island finds that a majority of Rhode …Read More
For Immediate Release New Poll Shows Majority of Rhode Islanders Support a Bottle Bill to Reduce Litter and Improve Recycling 71% of Rhode Islanders are concerned that RI’s recycling system......Read More
Save The Bay opens registration for Rhode Island’s only cross-Bay swim event
Tuesday, March 4, 2025
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PROVIDENCE, R.I.—March 4, 2025—Yesterday, Save The Bay opened registration for The Swim, an annual event that challenges skilled swimmers to tackle two miles of open water. The nonprofit organization’s flagship fundraiser, taking place this year on Saturday, July 19, starts at the Naval War College in Newport and finishes in Jamestown’s Potter …Read More
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PROVIDENCE, R.I.—March 4, 2025—Yesterday, Save The Bay opened registration for The Swim, an annual event that challenges skilled swimmers to tackle two miles of open water. The......Read More
Save The Bay Supports New CRMC Reform Legislation
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Organization Applauds Attorney General and Legislative Sponsors for Proposal to Eliminate Politically-Appointed Council. PROVIDENCE, R.I.—February 26, 2025—Save The Bay today applauded Attorney General Peter Neronha for his introduction of legislation to reform the Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) by eliminating the politically-appointed Council. House Bill 5706, sponsored by Representative Terri Cortvriend (D-Portsmouth) was posted today on …Read More
Organization Applauds Attorney General and Legislative Sponsors for Proposal to Eliminate Politically-Appointed Council. PROVIDENCE, R.I.—February 26, 2025—Save The Bay today applauded Attorney General Peter Neronha for his introduction of legislation......Read More
Meet the Muralist – Amy Bartlett Wright
Thursday, February 20, 2025
Art Mimics Nature Meet Amy Bartlett Wright, a Rhode Island artist who specializes in bringing nature murals to life When art and nature lovers think of paintings that portray the environment in a very engaging way, they likely think of Rhode Island artist Amy Bartlett Wright. If they don’t presently, they certainly will after visiting …Read More
Art Mimics Nature Meet Amy Bartlett Wright, a Rhode Island artist who specializes in bringing nature murals to life When art and nature lovers think of paintings that portray the......Read More
Current Initiatives
What You Can Do Today To Help Narragansett Bay
Join a Beach Cleanup near you!
Help Save The Bay remove trash left on beaches and shorelines all over the state. Beach cleanups are a great activity for clubs, corporate teams, families and individuals.
Sign up for a Cleanup
Practice Bay-Friendly Living
Learn and practice our lawncare and lifestyle tips to save you time and money, and save the Bay. Every small action by many people can make a big difference.
Visit Our Bay-Friendly Tips Page
Support Environmental Legislation
Stand with Save The Bay in supporting a statewide ban on single-use plastics and legislation to establish the Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience Fund.
Learn More and Take Action