February 5, 2026 (Calistoga, CA) — Frank Family Vineyards, one of Napa’s most beloved and iconic wineries, has announced a new series of nationwide cleanups through July 2026 as part of its ongoing partnership with 4ocean. 4ocean is a leader in the clean ocean movement, focused on removing plastic waste and other man-made debris from the world’s oceans, rivers and coastlines. The series is part of the winery’s “Frank for a Cause” charitable giving campaign and reinforces Frank Family Vineyards’ long-standing commitment to sustainability and environmental stewardship.
Since June 2024, Frank Family Vineyards has supported the cleanup of 14 beaches worldwide and has funded the removal of more than 43,000 pounds of trash and plastic while employing 44 full-time boat captains and crews. The 2026 series kicked off in January with a community beach cleanup and fishpond restoration at the Waihe‘e Coastal Dunes & Wetlands Refuge in Maui where 45 participants collected 139 pounds of trash and built 40 feet of stone wall foundation as part of the refuge’s historic fishpond project. Upcoming cleanups include:
- Saturday, March 14, 2026: Tampa, Florida
- Friday, April 24, 2026: Galveston, Texas
- Saturday, May 30, 2026: San Diego, CA
- Saturday, June 27, 2026: New York, New York
“Sustainability has always been central to who we are at Frank Family and our partnership with 4ocean is a natural extension,” says Frank Family Co-Founder Leslie Frank. “The collaborative events we’ve hosted have been inspiring and rewarding. We’re excited to continue engaging with our community in hands-on efforts that make a real, lasting impact on our oceans and waterways.”
Fans of Frank Family Vineyards and this cause may purchase 4ocean “Frank for a Cause” packages from the tasting room and online at frankfamilyvineyards.com/
“Every cleanup we host with Frank Family Vineyards is proof that real change happens when people show up and do the work together. These events aren’t symbolic—they result in measurable pounds of trash removed from places that wildlife and communities depend on. Expanding this partnership nationwide means protecting more coastlines, inspiring communities, and giving people a tangible way to be part of the solution,” says 4ocean Director of Partnership Cleanups Tony Ernst.
Frank Family established the “Frank for a Cause” giving campaign in 2018, to contribute to the well-being of the Napa Valley community and beyond. To date, “Frank for a Cause” campaigns have supported local and national charities covering a variety of causes, such as medical research, hunger relief, ecological revitalization, animal welfare and more.
For more information about Frank Family’s partnership with 4ocean or to purchase “Frank for a Cause” packages, visit frankfamilyvineyards.com/
About Frank Family Vineyards
Frank Family Vineyards has been a part of Napa Valley’s landscape for three decades. Founded by former Disney Studios President Rich Frank and his wife Leslie, an Emmy Award-winning former broadcast news journalist, the winery is dedicated to crafting exceptional wines with balance and memorable guest experiences. Consistently recognized as having one of the best tasting rooms in Napa Valley, Frank Family is considered one of today’s most successful California wineries. The winery proudly stewards 380 acres of sustainably farmed, coveted vineyards spanning five estate properties, including the iconic Winston Hill Vineyard in Rutherford. While best known for its classic renditions of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay, the world-class portfolio also includes méthode champenoise sparkling wines, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel and more.
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About 4ocean
4ocean is an ocean cleanup company based in Boca Raton, FL, dedicated to ending the ocean plastic crisis. As a Public Benefit Corporation and Certified B Corp, 4ocean harnesses the power of business to fund a global cleanup operation that recovers millions of pounds of plastic and other debris from the world’s oceans, rivers and coastlines each year.
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