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As stewards of Galveston Bay, we’re extremely active in promoting the kinds of projects and opportunities that have a positive impact on the Bay. Below are current press releases and articles to learn more about these developments, what’s happening in Galveston Bay and how we’re involved.

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Galveston Bay Foundation Breaks Ground on Headquarters Facility Located in the Heart of The Bay

  • February 14, 2025

Kemah, TX (Feb.14) – The Galveston Bay Foundation commenced construction today on The Gessner Center, its 14,000-square-foot headquarters located in Kemah, TX. Once completed, the building will become a Petal Certified Living Building, a performance-based program oriented toward buildings designed to be regenerative and positively impact the environment and the people who use them. The […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation Conserves 23-acre Salt Bayou Property In San Leon

  • December 26, 2024

SAN LEON, TX—Galveston Bay Foundation (GBF) has permanently protected 23 acres of critical coastal prairie habitat located in San Leon, known as the Salt Bayou Preserve. Eventually, the preserve will be open to the public for passive recreation and enjoyment, bringing much-needed natural space access to the coastal communities of San Leon, Bacliff, and Dickinson. […]

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Make an Impact by Donating a Non-Cash Asset to Galveston Bay Foundation

  • December 10, 2024

As you plan your year-end giving, we encourage you to consider tax-smart options that not only benefit Galveston Bay Foundation but can also provide you with significant tax advantages.   Tax-smart gifts have become an increasingly popular way to support Galveston Bay Foundation because they help your generosity go further. These options allow you to […]

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Cyclists Raised Over $650,000 to Preserve and Protect Galveston Bay

  • October 23, 2024

GALVESTON, TX – October 25, 2024 – The 18th Annual Bike Around the Bay took place this past weekend, drawing cyclists of all levels to enjoy a scenic two-day ride around Galveston Bay. The event, held on Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th was a resounding success, showcasing the beauty of our coastal community […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation’s 25th Annual Marsh Mania Helped Restore Vital Coastal Habitat

  • September 25, 2024

ANAHUAC, TX—Marsh Mania is a nationally recognized, award-winning community-based marsh restoration event that has been a cornerstone of the Galveston Bay area since its inception in 1999. It is an initiative that has restored more than 221 acres of vital coastal habitat involving over 8,500 volunteers in its rich history.   We kicked off National Estuaries […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation Earns National Recognition: Strong Commitment to Public Trust and Conservation Excellence

  • August 26, 2024

KEMAH, TX – August 23, 2024 – One thing that unites us as a nation is land: Americans strongly support saving the natural spaces they love. Since 1987, Galveston Bay Foundation has been doing just that for the people in the Houston – Galveston region.  Galveston Bay Foundation has announced their renewed land trust accreditation […]

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The Vital Role of Oysters in Galveston Bay: Recycling, Restoration, and Resilience

  • August 06, 2024

Galveston Bay is one of Texas’s most cherished natural treasures and among its many inhabitants, oysters hold a special place. As we strive to balance human activity with environmental stewardship, the importance of oysters in Galveston Bay has never been clearer. This blog is meant to give you background on why these remarkable mollusks matter, […]

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Protecting Galveston Bay: The Importance of Living Shorelines

  • July 24, 2024

  Galveston Bay, a vital ecosystem and economic hub along the Texas coast, faces recurring threats from natural disasters like hurricanes. To safeguard this region, innovative approaches such as living shorelines have emerged as a crucial defense mechanism.    What is a Living Shoreline?  Living shorelines represent a sustainable alternative to traditional hard infrastructure like […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation Hosts Third Annual Oyster & SeaFest: An Oyster-Inspired Event Raised Funds and Awareness for Habitat Restoration Program

  • April 09, 2024

HOUSTON, TX – Galveston Bay Foundation’s third annual Oyster & SeaFest event was its most successful yet, ushering in over $115,000 to benefit the nonprofit organization’s habitat restoration program, including its oyster reef restoration and oyster shell recycling efforts. Additionally, 682 pounds of oyster shell was recycled at the festival and will make its way back […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation Acquires and Protects West Galveston Island Property

  • January 05, 2024

GALVESTON, TEXAS— The Galveston Bay Foundation has permanently protected 63 acres of critical coastal habitat on Galveston Island, known as Redfish Cove. This special piece of land includes coastal wetlands, prairie, and upland buffers, all of which are important to the native wildlife on Galveston Island. The acquisition was funded by the National Coastal Wetlands […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation Breaks Ground on Headquarters Facility Located in the Heart of The Bay

  • February 14, 2025

Kemah, TX (Feb.14) – The Galveston Bay Foundation commenced construction today on The Gessner Center, its 14,000-square-foot headquarters located in Kemah, TX. Once completed, the building will become a Petal Certified Living Building, a performance-based program oriented toward buildings designed to be regenerative and positively impact the environment and the people who use them. The […]

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Salt Bayou Preserve

Galveston Bay Foundation Conserves 23-acre Salt Bayou Property In San Leon

  • December 26, 2024

SAN LEON, TX—Galveston Bay Foundation (GBF) has permanently protected 23 acres of critical coastal prairie habitat located in San Leon, known as the Salt Bayou Preserve. Eventually, the preserve will be open to the public for passive recreation and enjoyment, bringing much-needed natural space access to the coastal communities of San Leon, Bacliff, and Dickinson. […]

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Make an Impact by Donating a Non-Cash Asset to Galveston Bay Foundation

  • December 10, 2024

As you plan your year-end giving, we encourage you to consider tax-smart options that not only benefit Galveston Bay Foundation but can also provide you with significant tax advantages.   Tax-smart gifts have become an increasingly popular way to support Galveston Bay Foundation because they help your generosity go further. These options allow you to […]

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Cyclists Raised Over $650,000 to Preserve and Protect Galveston Bay

  • October 23, 2024

GALVESTON, TX – October 25, 2024 – The 18th Annual Bike Around the Bay took place this past weekend, drawing cyclists of all levels to enjoy a scenic two-day ride around Galveston Bay. The event, held on Saturday, October 19th and Sunday, October 20th was a resounding success, showcasing the beauty of our coastal community […]

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Galveston Bay Foundation’s 25th Annual Marsh Mania Helped Restore Vital Coastal Habitat

  • September 25, 2024

ANAHUAC, TX—Marsh Mania is a nationally recognized, award-winning community-based marsh restoration event that has been a cornerstone of the Galveston Bay area since its inception in 1999. It is an initiative that has restored more than 221 acres of vital coastal habitat involving over 8,500 volunteers in its rich history.   We kicked off National Estuaries […]

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