Who We Are

Who is Final Straw Foundation?

We are a registered charity working to combat plastic pollution through community action, education, and collaboration. Founded in 2018 in Emsworth, Hampshire, we’ve grown from a small group of volunteers into a regionally recognised organisation inspiring change along the South Coast of England and beyond.

What do we do?

Building Sustainable Communities
We engage the public with talks, campaigns, and hands-on activities that inspire and inform.

Taking Action on the Ground
Our regular beach and community clean-ups remove harmful waste from the environment and reconnect people with nature.

Inspiring the Next Generation
Through assemblies, workshops, and beach school sessions, we’ve reached thousands of children across the Solent region.

Empowering Businesses
We help organisations reduce single-use plastics and shift to sustainable alternatives.

Chalk Stream team photo

Meet The Team

Bianca Carr

Bianca Carr

Founder & Chief Executive Officer
Georgina Maw

Georgina Maw

Head of Operations
Hannah Cooper

Hannah Cooper

Campaigns & Fundraising Officer
Kate Martin

Kate Martin

Educational Outreach Assistant
Helen Littlejohn

Helen Littlejohn

Communities & Volunteering Officer
Laura Hayward

Laura Hayward

Engagement & Administration Officer

Our Trustees

Wendy Bessant

Wendy Bessant

Tom Handley

Tom Handley

Polly Simthson

Polly Simthson

Paul Hawkins

Paul Hawkins

George Yeoman

George Yeoman

Nicola Smith

Nicola Smith

Join The Team!

Passionate about protecting the planet? So are we.

At the Final Straw Foundation, we’re always looking for enthusiastic, eco-minded individuals to join our mission. From beach cleans and school workshops to creative campaigns and community events, there’s a place for everyone to get involved and make an impact.