Every Great Mission Begins with One Life-Changing Moment.

One rescued sea turtle changed everything.

In 2013, what began as an early morning walk along the beach became the start of a lifelong mission to protect sea turtles, clean our beaches, and inspire others to care for our oceans.

That single rescue transformed a simple nickname—Beach Junki—into a nonprofit dedicated to making a lasting difference.

“Growing up in the small town of Hilliard, Florida, I never imagined that a single sea turtle rescue would change the course of my life.”

In 2020, Beach Junki officially became a nonprofit organization and continues to grow each year. By sharing this journey, Beach Junki hopes to inspire curiosity, foster connection, and empower others to care for our beaches and marine life—ensuring they are protected for generations to come.

Time spent walking the shoreline made one thing clear—there were no educational signs to help beachgoers understand how to protect sea turtles and their habitat. Seeing that need, Beach Junki applied for a grant through the Sea Turtle Specialty License Plate program to create and install sea turtle educational signs at 48 beach access points throughout the city.

Small Actions Create Big Waves.

Every beach cleanup.

Every child we inspire.

Every piece of trash removed.

Every sea turtle protected.

Together, we’re creating cleaner beaches, healthier oceans, and a brighter future for generations to come.

Join us and become part of the movement.