Gulf County Citizens Coalition
Informed Involved Proactive
Gulf County Citizens Coalition
Working to protect and restore our land, waters, and unique ecology while educating and inspiring the next generation of guardians.
We will:
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provide fact-based information to our elected officials and the community about the benefits and hazards of proposed projects.
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raise awareness of issues impacting public and environmental health and develop community-based solutions.
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build communication between decision-makers, businesses, and citizens to advance our natural resource-based economy and recovery from industrial blight.
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plan, fundraise, and advocate for an educational facility to increase knowledge and appreciation of our waters and the life in and around them.
Our Vision
An informed, involved, and proactive citizenry that is dedicated to safeguarding our lands and waters and passing down a healthy Gulf County to future generations.
It’s not just a vision; it’s a responsibility we all share.
Building an Engaged Community
We are an all-volunteer, 500-member-strong, non-profit, grassroots coalition.
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We seek to build an atmosphere of transparency and cooperation between government, businesses, and the public so we are not at odds but working together to protect our cherished lands and waters.
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We believe that education is critical to fostering environmental preservation.
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Knowledge leads to understanding, which leads to appreciation, connection, and caring.
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People who care are willing to fight for conservation as opposed to exploitation for short-term gains.
Over 500 Coalition Members Strong
Working for a healthy Gulf County
Current Actions and Alerts
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To achieve our vision, we need to be able to apply for grants and solicit donations. We are now a Florida state-registered non-profit. If you want to support our vision, try out our DONATE button at the bottom of this page.
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Thank you to all who wrote to the FDEP to protest oil exploration in the Apalachicola River basin adjacent to the Dead Lakes. Unfortunately, the FDEP ignored over 1200 letters of opposition. It is time to call Governor DeSantis at 850-488-7146 or email him at this link. As the head of the FDEP, he can intervene! Check out our projects page for more information and learn how the GCCC is working to help “Kill the Drill.”
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