Protecting Barnegat Bay for Over 53 Years

Save Barnegat Bay is the only independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit exclusively dedicated to the protection and preservation of Barnegat Bay and its watershed. For more than half a century, we’ve been a trusted voice and advocate for this vital natural resource, serving communities across Ocean and Monmouth Counties.

Our Mission

Our mission is to protect Barnegat Bay through targeted education, advocacy, and outreach programs that empower individuals and communities to make meaningful connections to the natural world.

We believe that hands-on experiences are key to fostering a deeper appreciation for the Bay and its surrounding ecosystems. By meeting people where they are and helping them engage directly with the environment, we inspire action and drive change.

A Grassroots Legacy

From the beginning, Save Barnegat Bay has been deeply rooted in the community. Collaboration and grassroots engagement are at the heart of everything we do, allowing us to be the independent voice that Barnegat Bay deserves.

Our nonpartisan approach enables us to work across both aisles in local and state government and to partner with environmental and community organizations throughout New Jersey. This commitment to inclusivity ensures that we can unite people around a common goal: protecting the Bay for future generations.

Flexibility and Focus

As an independent organization, we have the ability to pivot quickly and respond to emerging threats to Barnegat Bay. Whether it’s addressing pollution, advocating for better policies, or mobilizing against environmental risks, our independence allows us to act decisively.

Thanks to the generous support of over 7,000 members, we have the strong foundation and flexibility needed to continue our vital work for generations to come.

Join Us

Together, we can ensure that Barnegat Bay remains a healthy, vibrant resource for wildlife, recreation, and future generations. Learn more about how you can get involved and support our mission.

Alexandra Sellitsch

Alex is 27 years old and is an aspiring marine biologist who is finishing up her junior year at Stockton University. Growing up by the beach has made a significant impact on Alex’s life, which has influenced her passion for the ocean. She is an advocate for elasmobranch conservation, and enjoys getting her hands dirty in research. Alex is currently an intern with Barnegat Bay, researching pathogen influences in the bay’s water. She is also an active intern partnering with one of her professors, who is researching dual seagrass habitats in the Mullica River-Great Bay Estuary. In her spare time, Alex enjoys spending time at the beach and teaching herserself new hobbies. Hobbies that include roller skating, and surfing. Alex is also volunteering with the Berkeley Township Underwater Search and Rescue Team, and is in the process of obtaining her SCUBA certification.