Planet Caretakers
Protecting our planet begins with small actions that inspire global change.
The Birth of Planet Caretakers
Débora Sá discovered her environmental calling through childhood involvement with the Portuguese Scouts. In early 2020, a planned three-month Brazil trip extended to six months due to COVID-19. This experience demonstrated the power of collective action and planted the seeds for Planet Caretakers.
Upon returning to Portugal, Débora organized a cleanup at Fonte da Telha. This momentum led to creating Planet Caretakers — forming 25 active teams conducting 300 cleanups that removed 44 tons of waste over three years.
A Sustainable Future
We envision a future where environmental stewardship is a shared responsibility across borders. Where communities take collective action to restore ecosystems - and reshape the way we consume, discard, and care.
Our Journey
Planet Caretakers Founded
Débora Sá organizes the first beach cleanup at Fonte da Telha, Portugal, planting the seed for a global movement.
First cleanupPlanet Caretakers Founded
Débora Sá organizes the first beach cleanup at Fonte da Telha, Portugal, planting the seed for a global movement.
First cleanupGrowing Across Portugal
The movement expands with new volunteer leaders joining from Ericeira to the Açores, building a nationwide network of caretakers.
100+ cleanupsGrowing Across Portugal
The movement expands with new volunteer leaders joining from Ericeira to the Açores, building a nationwide network of caretakers.
100+ cleanupsGoing Global
Planet Caretakers crosses borders with volunteer teams launching in the UK, Malawi, Gambia, and Nepal. The first Simultaneous Cleanups event unites 8 countries.
8 countriesGoing Global
Planet Caretakers crosses borders with volunteer teams launching in the UK, Malawi, Gambia, and Nepal. The first Simultaneous Cleanups event unites 8 countries.
8 countriesScaling Impact
With 25 active teams conducting over 300 cleanups, the organization removes 44 tons of waste and launches the Underwater Caretakers diving project.
44 tons removedScaling Impact
With 25 active teams conducting over 300 cleanups, the organization removes 44 tons of waste and launches the Underwater Caretakers diving project.
44 tons removedCommunity Education
Empower individuals through education and hands-on involvement.
Ecosystem Restoration
Target natural ecosystem restoration via cleanups, invasive species removal, and reforestation.
Institutional Engagement
Build partnerships with NGOs, businesses, and governments.
Awareness Cleanups
Organize cleanups at beaches, forests, rivers, and vital ecosystems.
They Trust Us
