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Toledo Community College Environmental Club’s Field Trip to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve

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The Toledo Community College Environmental Club had an incredible field trip to the Hol Chan Marine Reserve, where they explored Belize’s marine wonders—including sharks and vibrant coral reefs! 🐠🦈 This adventure was the Belize Fund’s grand prize for their winning video in the International Coastal Clean-up Contest. ✨ Vice-Principal Ms. Monk sums it up perfectly: “The kids had a fabulous time. The trip of a lifetime for sure!” It’s experiences like these that inspire the next generation to continue championing conservation and protecting our ocean. We also want to thank Ramon’s Village Resort for the tour!

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Congratulations to Jolie Pollard of iKooma!

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The Belize Fund proudly celebrates Jolie Pollard of iKooma on winning the Great Blue Entrepreneur of the Year Award at the 7th National Entrepreneurship Convention (EntreCon 2024)! The Belize Fund supported BELTRAIDE’s event as a bronze sponsor. We congratulate all the businesses and recepients receiving awards and BELTRAIDE for recognizing the importance that businesses play in the blue economy. We are working towards shaping a future where entrepreneurship and sustainability go hand in hand. 📸 BELTRAIDE

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Introducing Our Strategic Plan 2024-2027

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The Belize Fund is proud to share its roadmap to safeguard Belize’s marine resources while empowering communities and supporting a resilient blue economy. This plan focuses on:1️⃣ Strengthening Our Organization – Building capacity to lead conservation efforts. 2️⃣ Expanding Funding Opportunities – Beyond the Blue Bonds, exploring new ways to safeguard our oceans. 3️⃣ Implementing fit-for-purpose grantmaking – Supporting Belize’s fisheries, tourism, and other marine sectors. 4️⃣ Building Partnerships – Collaborating nationally and internationally for greater impact. We want to create financing in perpetuity for Belize’s future through a vibrant, thriving ocean. 🌊💙

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Towards a Vision of a Healthy Ocean through Sustainable Finance

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This morning, our Executive Director, Dr. Leandra Cho-Ricketts, moderated a panel at the International Women in Conservation Summit, hosted by Sea of Life. Our discussion brought together incredible women from our grantee partners—Southern Environmental Association, Belize Audubon Society, Humana People to People Belize, and MarAlliance—sharing how sustainable financing drives impactful ocean conservation in Belize. 💙 The summit celebrates the leadership of women who are shaping the future of conservation, locally and globally. With expert panels, workshops, and a marketplace dedicated to the blue and green economy, the event highlights why Belize remains a beacon of hope for ecosystem protection. We’re proud to join and amplify these voices and continue working towards a healthier, more sustainable future for our ocean 🌍🐟 Be sure to follow Sea of Life for more updates on the summit! 📸 Jeanelle Mencias

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The Belize Fund is investing BZ $1.1 million in Sustainable Fisheries to protect our ocean and support fishers.

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By promoting responsible fishing, we’re supporting efforts to rebuild fish stocks, explore new opportunities, and ensure sustainable practices—from the sea to your plate! Sustainable fishing benefits everyone—our ocean, our communities, and our future. Together, we’re creating a stronger future for fishing communities and Belize’s marine life. 🌊🐟

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Conservation Trust Funds Support Global Biodiversity Efforts

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At COP16, our Executive Director, Dr. Leandra Cho-Ricketts, joined the launch of the publication The Vital Role of Conservation Trust Funds (CTFs) in Implementing the Global Biodiversity Framework! 📑✨ CTFs are crucial in making long-term conservation a reality. Here’s how they’re driving progress to achieve global biodiversity goals: 🌿 Stable Funding: CTFs provide steady financial flows for managing protected areas, even during economic or political changes. 👥 Community Collaboration: By partnering with Indigenous groups and local communities, CTFs support sustainable livelihoods and community-led conservation. 🌊 Marine & Coastal Protection: CTFs fund efforts to protect fragile marine ecosystems, enabling actions like improved fishing practices, reef restoration, and waste management. 🌏 Pandemic Resilience: During crises, CTFs continued funding essential biodiversity work, like supporting rangers and preserving ecosystem services. CTFs are driving impactful, on-the-ground action for a healthier planet! 🌎💪

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Advancing Global Conservation at COP16

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The Global Conservation Trust Fund (CTF) Networks – RedLAC, CAFE, and APNET – met with GEF President Carlos Manuel Rodriguez at COP16 to advance a shared mission: mobilizing funds to protect biodiversity globally. Our Executive Director, Dr. Leandra Cho-Ricketts, joined this vital conversation! Together, we’re committed to strengthening partnerships to drive the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework forward, transforming commitments into real-world conservation gains. Let’s keep building momentum for nature! 🌿

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