Misquamicut Beach Foundation

06/01/2026

👀You may see this sticker around Misquamicut as the Misquamicut Beach Foundation is ramping up our community-driven efforts focused on beautification, sustainability, and preserving the Misquamicut coastline.
Such as expanded Beach cleanups with our partner Ocean Recovery Community Alliance - ORCA, compost pilot program, Atlantic Ave beautification by our friends at
Home Depot, and Doggie bag stations placed throughout Misquamicut.

06/01/2026

🌺The Misquamicut Beach Foundation and our local Home Depot dedicated time and energy on the Atlantic Avenue Beautification!
🌺Over 40 new planters line Atlantic Avenue, made possible through a generous grant from The Westerly Home Depot, including materials and labor.
👏Thank you Home Depot!

06/01/2026

In an effort to promote responsible pet ownership and maintain the beauty of Misquamicut Beach, the Misquamicut Beach Foundation has installed dog waste bag stations throughout the area.

Like Squammy says, "Don't be trashy!"

05/16/2026

🌎💚🌊 The Misquamicut Beach Foundation launches a new Compost Pilot Program!💚 This community food scrap collection initiative's goal is to reduce landfill waste and support sustainability efforts in Misquamicut.🌊

🤔Did you know that food scraps are the largest component of our trash?😮

✅️Now you can turn yours into nutrient-rich soil instead of methane-producing landfill waste.🙌💚

➡️Join our compost community today!🌎💚🌊

✅️1. REGISTER:
Sign up by sending an email to [email protected].
➡️Include your full name, address, email, and phone number and write “compost community” in the subject line. Someone will respond to you promptly to complete the enrollment process.

✅️2. COLLECT: separate your household food scraps including meat, bones, dairy, and spoiled food.

✅️3. DROP OFF: bring your food scraps weekly between May 25 and October 15 to the local collection site.

Suggested Donation is $50 and includes a cute kitchen canister for food scrap collection!

Thank you for loving our Misquamicut community as much as we do! 🌎💚🌊

05/13/2026

05/07/2026

What’s Happening in 2026

• Seaside Artisan Markets (Spring & Fall 2026)
Hosted in partnership with Andrea Seaside Restaurant on Atlantic Avenue—thank you for your continued support and generosity.
• Atlantic Avenue Beautification
Over 40 new planters will line Atlantic Avenue, made possible through a generous grant from The Westerly Home Depot, including materials and labor.
• Expanded Beach Cleanups
In collaboration with the Ocean Recovery Community Alliance (ORCA), we will conduct organized beach cleanups throughout the season.
• Daily Beach Cleanup Crew
As the primary sponsor of the Business Association’s Beach Cleanup Crew, MBF helps ensure Misquamicut stays clean and welcoming every morning throughout the summer.
• Dog Waste Stations Installed
New doggie bag dispensers will be placed in key areas along Atlantic Avenue to promote responsible pet ownership.
• Composting Pilot Program
A new initiative introducing a compost collection area—an important step toward sustainability on the beach.
• Meet Our Mascot – “Squammy”
The votes are in—our mascot officially has a name! Keep an eye out for Squammy at upcoming events… and yes, your French fries are absolutely at risk.
• Community Partnerships Growing
MBF is now a proud member of both the Ocean Community Chamber of Commerce and the Mystic Chamber of Commerce.

A Note of Thanks

We extend our sincere gratitude to our Board of Directors for their dedication, energy, and passion for this community.
Special thanks to Maria’s Seaside Café for their incredible support last year, and a warm welcome to The Windjammer for joining our efforts.
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Looking Ahead

The 2026 season is set to be our most exciting yet—with more events, more impact, and more opportunities for the community to get involved.
We encourage everyone to follow us on Facebook for updates, event dates, and ways to participate.
We hope to see you on the beach!

05/07/2026

✔️Mark your calendars!🌊

04/26/2026

Squammy would like to thank everyone who attended the Misquamicut Beach Foundation 's Seaside Artisan Market and helped out with the Ocean Recovery Community Alliance - ORCA beach cleanup! Keep watch on when and where the next beach cleanup will be, maybe Squammy will show up, too🤷‍♂️

12/04/2025

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The ocean cleanup group invites volunteers to find community while helping the environment through curated beach pickups.

11/23/2025

Need a great gift?🎁
All Misquamicut Beach Foundation merchandise is available to purchase in person at Shorecrest Store! Hoodies, tshirts, sweatshirts, and a few calendars are on display and ready to be taken home with you! Stop by and shop our limited, one of a kind, selection to support our foundation.
🌊Keep Misquamicut Clean!🩵