DC Central Kitchen
Led by my mentor Robert Egger, DC Central Kitchen recycles unused food from area restaurants for distribution in homeless outreach programs. The Kitchen also provides education and training to individuals who seek employment in the restaurant industry. Click here to donate to DCCK now

Blue Ocean Institute
Scientist and author Carl Safina founded Blue Ocean Institute as an outlet for education and activism for ocean conservation. Their Guide to Ocean Friendly Seafood and FishPhone projects are great resources for helping find sustainable choices no matter your location.

WASSDA
The West African Sustainable Seafood Development Alliance is a project of the West African Trade Hub and US Aid, and works to promote products from the region in the international market. Fisheries in the area have struggled after years of exploitation by foreign fleets and WASSDA educates and empowers communities to take control of the resources available to them.

Seafood Choices Alliance
Seafood Choices Alliance connects NGOs, scientists, fishery management groups, chefs and suppliers to facilitate better communication and progress towards more sustainable seafood around the globe.

EarthEcho International
Philippe and Alexandra Cousteau created EarthEcho to bring the message of ocean and freshwater conservation to people through diverse media and experiences. As an ongoing memorial to their father, the Cousteaus speak and travel extensively to promote action in every generation.

Sunburst Trout
Simply some of my favorite people on earth. And their trout and smoked products are the best anywhere.

Monterey Bay Aquarium
In addition to being an award winning aquarium and attraction on the West Coast, Monterey publishes their Seafood Watch list to help consumers make more sustainable seafood choices. Their continued dedication to education and conservation defines them as a leader in the sustainability community.

Rappahannock River Oyster Company
Their mission is simple: to put the Chesapeake Bay oyster back on the map.

Sustainable Sushi
My great friend Casson Trenor is changing the way Sushi is served. Check out his great site detailing the damage that can be done and the opportunity that sushi restaurants have to make a change.

Australis Barramundi
Australis Barramundi is making waves with a delicious and visionary product. Their farms are clean and innovative at the top of the game and their product is a chef's favorite.

Clean Fish
CleanFish is a multi-faceted organization dedicated to creating value and opportunity for producers making a difference in the seafood market. While they do not sell direct to consumers, their products are found in nearly every market and when shopping you should look for products supplied by the CleanFish alliance of producers.