Publix has donated $675,000 to further support coral reef restoration efforts at two national parks in its home state of Florida – Biscayne and Dry Tortugas – through the National Park Foundation (NPF).
This was the first donation as part of the company’s $2 million multiyear commitment. Publix first donated to coral restoration efforts with NPF in 2022.
“At Publix, we remain committed to supporting efforts that aid in protecting, conserving and restoring coral reefs around Florida,” said Publix Director of Communications Maria Brous.
“We’re proud to fund this multiyear effort through NPF and continue looking for meaningful ways to provide additional support throughout our operating area.”
The company’s donation will continue to support various coral reef restoration projects, including:
- transplanting nursery-grown corals;
- restoring storm-damaged corals;
- treating corals affected by diseases;
- completing coral rescues in response to marine heat waves and mass bleaching events;
- removing invasive species to maintain a healthy reef fish population;
- providing in-water protection for corals;
- growing larvae of protected coral species; and
- restoring reef habitat through the removal of submerged marine debris.
Biscayne National Park
America’s largest marine park, Biscayne National Park is south of Miami, with a large portion of the Florida Reef Tract located within its boundaries.
In recent years, the area has been affected by heat waves, hurricanes and the ongoing outbreak of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease, a lethal disease that affects coral and can spread rapidly between reefs.
Dry Tortugas National Park
Dry Tortugas National Park is a 100-square-mile park 70 miles west of Key West that includes seven islands. Accessible only by boat or seaplane, it is home to a variety of unique coral reefs and marine life.
Only 1 percent of the park is dry ground. In recent years, it has been affected by Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease.
Publix’s other conservation efforts
Publix’s efforts include restoring water in the Florida Everglades, tree plantings to support reforestation efforts in the Southeast and improving fuel use in transportation.
It also uses efficient technologies in its stores and support locations, offers sustainably and responsibly sourced seafood options and is implementing an expansive recycling program across its operations.
During the company’s April 2025 Good Together environmental campaign, Publix employees and customers donated more than $2.6 million to fund tree plantings with the Arbor Day Foundation and marine debris removal projects with NPF and FORCE BLUE.
Read more about Publix’s continued commitment to sustainability at csr.publix.com/planet.
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