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Empowering Our Ocean

Discover how we are making a difference in protecting our coastlines, marine life, and underwater ecosystems. Join us in our mission to create sustainable solutions for a healthier ocean.

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Mission

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Build a Reef, Save Our Seas: One Brick at a Time"

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Protecting

-Our Oceans

-Wildlife that thrives on the coastal waters 

-Posidonia Seagrass 

Conserving

-Marine Life

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Restoring

-Underwater Habitats

-Cleaning up the ocean

Educating

-The Community

About Us

Founded in 2023 by Tony of TD Diving,

Buy A Brick is a non-profit initiative dedicated to restoring marine ecosystems along Cyprus’ coastline through the creation of artificial reefs. With decades of expertise in marine prospects and scuba diving,

Tony has pioneered this project to provide new habitats for marine life, successfully attracting native species like triggerfish, which are now thriving in greater numbers. His innovative approach began with placing bricks and objects in the ocean, carefully observing their impact, and has since grown into a mission to transform Cyprus’ coastal waters into vibrant ecosystems.

In collaboration with Tony, Jerry of Trex Diving brings his experience as the founder of a commercial diving company to scale Buy A Brick’s vision. Together, we are committed to expanding artificial reef projects across Cyprus’ Marine Protected Areas, including Paralimni, Ayia Napa, Larnaca, Amathounta, Dasoudi, and Geroskipou.

 

By securing government support, private funding, and strategic marketing campaigns, we aim to elevate Buy A Brick into an internationally recognized initiative that fosters marine biodiversity and sustainable tourism.

Our mission is to create thriving underwater habitats that support diverse marine species while engaging communities, divers, and conservationists worldwide.

We invite you to join us in this journey by contributing to our projects, whether through donating a reef brick, participating in our eco-tourism experiences, or spreading the word.

Together, we can protect and revitalize Cyprus’ oceans for future generations.

Thank you for sharing our passion for marine conservation and supporting Buy A Brick.

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Meet the Buy A Brick Crew!

Dive  into  fun  with  our  trio  of ocean  heroes!
Meet Tony, the  old  secret  mermaid who’d  trade land  for a underwater kingdom any day! ​

Then there’s Jerry, our wild commercial diver, chasing crazy underwater adventures like a pro!
 
And don’t miss Natalie, our stunningly passionate diver, exploring every inch and mile of the sea with love!

Together, we’re building reefs and saving Cyprus’ oceans—join the splash! 
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Initiatives

  • Save the Seagrass: Protect vital Posidonia meadows at Lady’s Mile with mooring buoys to stop anchor damage and preserve Cyprus’ underwater lungs.
  • Build Reefs, Boost Life: Create artificial reefs with eco-friendly bricks to give fish, corals, and marine species new homes along Cyprus’ coast.
  • Guard Cyprus’ Seas: Partner with local authorities to safeguard Marine Protected Areas, ensuring a thriving ecosystem for future generations.
  • Spread the Word: Raise awareness through dive tours, campaigns, and education to inspire everyone to join the fight for Cyprus’ oceans.
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Our Impact in Numbers

Projects

 10 Artificial Reefs

Our artificial reefs have contributed to the growth of marine life, providing shelters for various species and enhancing biodiversity along the coastlines.

Diversified Activities

Since 2023

Our regular cleanups contribute significantly to reducing marine pollution and protecting the delicate balance of our ocean ecosystems.

Community Involvement

Since 2023

-Our outreach programs aim to increase public understanding 

-Numerous Donations have been contributed to the Buy A Brick Reef Initiative 

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We Only Have One Ocean.

Unlike those wasting funds, Buy A Brick fights for Cyprus’ oceans with grit! We dive hard, nets in hand, snagging every scrap of waste to clean our seas. Every brick builds thriving reefs, every dive respects fish, corals, and creatures.

Join us—support real action, not empty promises!

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Join Us in Bringing Life Back to Cyprus’ Oceans

Beneath the shimmering waves of Cyprus’ coastline lies a world in need of renewal—a world where vibrant marine ecosystems can thrive once more. At Buy A Brick, we’re on a mission to transform this vision into reality by building artificial reefs that provide homes for fish, corals, and countless marine species. But we can’t do it without you. Your donation is the cornerstone of this movement, helping us create thriving underwater habitats and restore balance to our oceans.

Our seas face unprecedented challenges—overfishing, pollution, and climate change have diminished the biodiversity of Cyprus’ coastal waters. Yet, hope is rising.

What Your Donation Funds

Building artificial reefs is a labor of love and precision, requiring specialized equipment, materials, and expertise. Here’s how your contribution will make a difference:

  • Eco-Friendly Reef Modules ($50,000): Each reef module, made from sustainable concrete or clay, costs approximately $500 to produce and deploy. To establish a single thriving reef site, we need 100 modules, totaling $50,000 per site. These structures create habitats that attract fish, corals, and other marine life, fostering biodiversity.

  • Underwater Monitoring Equipment ($20,000): To ensure our reefs succeed, we use underwater drones and sensors to track marine growth and species diversity. A single autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV) costs $15,000, and additional monitoring tools (e.g., cameras, data loggers) require $5,000 per site.

  • Deployment and Setup Costs ($30,000): Transporting materials, securing permits, and coordinating with dive teams and the Cyprus Department of Fisheries costs $30,000 per reef site. This includes logistics for safe and environmentally responsible installation.

  • Community and Eco-Tourism Programs ($10,000): We’re building educational dive tours and virtual experiences to engage communities and inspire conservation. This requires $10,000 for marketing, safety equipment, and partnerships with local dive shops.

Our Goal: To launch three new reef sites in 2025-2026, we need to raise $360,000. This will fund the equipment, materials, and setup for vibrant reefs that will transform Cyprus’ coastal ecosystems for generations.

Why Give Now?

Every donation brings us closer to this goal. Here’s what your contribution can achieve:

  • $10: Covers the cost of a single eco-friendly brick, laying the foundation for a new marine habitat.

  • $50: Funds a portion of a reef module, creating a home for fish like triggerfish and groupers.

  • $100: Supports monitoring efforts, ensuring our reefs thrive and attract diverse species.

  • $500+: Makes you a cornerstone donor, funding critical equipment or deployment for a reef site, with your name or a dedication message etched into our project’s legacy.

With each brick you sponsor, you’re not just giving money—you’re building a sanctuary for marine life, boosting local economies through sustainable tourism, and leaving a legacy of hope. You can dedicate your brick to a loved one, a cause, or a vision for a healthier planet, and we’ll showcase it on our website or physical reef markers.

Be the Change Our Oceans Need

The time to act is now. Cyprus’ oceans are calling, and your support can turn the tide. By joining Buy A Brick, you become a guardian of the seas, part of a global movement to restore marine biodiversity. Tony with their diving expertise, have seen the magic of artificial reefs firsthand. Now, we invite you to join us in scaling this impact—brick by brick, reef by reef.

Donate today. Your gift will fund the tools and materials we need to build thriving underwater worlds. Together, we can create a vibrant future for Cyprus’ coasts and inspire the world to protect our oceans.

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