Napa Valley’s Frank Family Vineyards is excited to kick off its second year as a certified cleanup partner of 4ocean, supporting big cleanups abroad while also taking action in communities across the country. 4ocean has been leading the clean ocean movement since 2017, with more than 40 million pounds of plastic waste and other man-made debris recovered through the company’s efforts. With 100% of its profits supporting its mission, 4ocean is committed to raising awareness about ocean plastic pollution, reducing the need for virgin plastics in the future, and funding its global ocean cleanup operations. From coastal shores to inland rivers and waterways, Frank Family is on a mission to unite our fans nationwide and bring a wave of change.
Frank Family Vineyards has been working closely with 4ocean’s cleanup specialists and local partners to identify areas where they can make the most significant impact and reduce waste sent to landfills. Their first cleanup of 2025 took place earlier this spring, right in our own backyards in Napa, California. The Frank Family Vineyards team joined the 4ocean crew for a morning of action, removing 771.11 pounds of trash and debris from the Napa Riverfront at Kennedy Park. This effort helps prevent waste and microplastics from entering the water, eventually reaching the San Pablo Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
“This is more than just a number. Every pound removed helps protect the delicate ecosystems that rely on a clean, thriving river system—impacting everything from local wildlife to the health of the broader watershed and, ultimately, the ocean. It’s proof that when mission-driven partners come together, meaningful change is not only possible—it’s measurable,” shared 4ocean’s Director of Cleanups, Tony Ernst.
The Napa River Cleanup kicks off this year’s initiatives, and Frank Family is thrilled to announce more cleanup events planned nationwide. Frank Family will be traveling from coast to coast, with stops in Chicago, Rhode Island, New York, Boston, Seattle, Lake Tahoe, and more.
For more information www.frankfamilyvineyards.com/philanthropy/4ocean
