Support Reef Restoration in the Mentawai Islands
Restoring coral reefs. Protecting shorelines. Supporting life.
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Why your Donation Matters
Coral reefs are one of the ocean’s most powerful natural defenses.
When healthy, they reduce wave energy, protect coastlines from erosion, and create safe habitats for marine life and coastal communities.
In the Mentawai Islands, reef degradation has increased shoreline vulnerability and coastal erosion. Restoring these ecosystems is not only about protecting marine biodiversity — it is also about safeguarding lagoons, coastlines, and the future of island communities.
In 2024, an extreme rise in ocean temperatures caused widespread coral bleaching across the Mentawai region, including our lagoon and surrounding reefs. These living reefs once acted as a natural barrier, reducing wave energy and protecting the coastline.
As coral mortality increased, this protection weakened. Stronger swells began entering the lagoon, accelerating erosion and exposing the island to increasingly severe wave impact.
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Reef Restoration Approach
Our initial restoration efforts included artificial coral reefs built on iron structures. However, following the bleaching event and intensified ocean conditions, many of these structures were damaged or destroyed, leaving corals broken or swept away.
In response, we adapted our approach.
We are now rebuilding artificial reefs using more durable cement rings and natural rock structures designed to withstand strong tides and storm events. These structures provide stable foundations where rescued coral fragments can be reattached, supporting reef recovery while helping restore natural coastal protection.
This initiative addresses both reef restoration and shoreline resilience.
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Pilot to Scale
Long-Term Impact
What began as a pilot project is designed to scale across multiple communities, strengthening reef systems, reducing erosion, and protecting vulnerable coastlines for the long term.
Adopt a Coral
You can directly support reef restoration by sponsoring coral fragments that will be transplanted onto our restoration structures in the Mentawai Islands.
Suggested contributions
🪸 $50 — Sponsor a coral fragment
Supports coral nurseries and transplantation work.
🪸 $150 — Restore a reef section
Helps plant coral fragments and monitor reef recovery.
🪸 $500 — Support reef restoration structures
Helps build durable cement reef bases that protect the coastline and support coral growth.​
Your Impact
Every coral planted helps rebuild reef ecosystems and strengthen natural coastal protection.
Your donation directly supports:
🌱 Coral restoration materials
🪸 Artificial reef construction
🔬 Coral monitoring and care
🌊 Community-based conservation
Donate via Bank Transfer
Prefer a direct bank transfer? All donations to our Indonesian bank account are in IDR. After making a donation, please contact us so we can confirm your contribution and keep you updated on the project.
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BANK DETAILS
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Account Name: Yayasan Selat Bunga Laut​
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Bank Name: Bank Mandiri
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Account Number: 1110025850823
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Swift/BIC Code: BMRIIDJA (only used for international Swift transfers)​​​
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Get in Touch
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If you would like to support the project, or learn more about our conservation work in the Mentawai Islands, please contact us.
