As an NGO, SHTA cooperates closely with various NGO’s that work on making St. Maarten a better place for its residents and visitors. Some NGO’s that are always welcoming your visit and / or support:
The foundation of “Mighty Dow” Isidore York actively preserves the St. Maarten steel pan culture. See if you can visit one of his concerts! York and his orchestra featured the SHTA 2021 Events Calendar as an important cultural icon. When on island with Christmas, do not miss out on his spectacular Christmas concert.
Phone: +1 721 522 6508 / 5426962
Email: musdmf@gmail.com
Adress: Soualiga Road #7, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
On the eastern tip of Philipsburg , not far from the cruise port one finds the St. Maarten heritage museum. Cannons of the HMS Proselyte, a wreck that can still be dived to, welcome you to a compact and informative museum, learning about St. Maarten nature, people, history & monuments.
Phone:+1 721 542 4917
Email: st.maartenmuseum@gmail.com
Adress: Front Street #7, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
Dance and Arts specializes in training boys and girls in the Arts and Drama
Phone: +1 721 522 5466
Email: dance.da85@gmail.com
Adress: Zebra Drive Cay Hill, St. Maarten
The Freedom Fighters Foundation embodies Rastafari spirit, promoting conscious living through music, agriculture, and culture. In the 21st century, we guide communities toward truth and rights, embracing “One Love.” Inspired by Rastafari, we celebrate reggae, sustainable agriculture, and cultural diversity. Join our movement for a conscious, interconnected future.
ContactPhone: +1 721 523 7861
Email; sxm.freedom.fighters@gmail.com
Adress: Bush Road no. 07, Philipsburg, St Maarten
The Nature Foundation is a non-profit, non-governmental organization located on the island of Sint Maarten, in the heart of the Caribbean. The foundation aims to preserve and enhance the natural environment of St. Maarten in the present moment and for generations to come through a variety of education, preservation, and research initiatives. Nature Foundation St Maarten is part of the Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA) holding, a non-profit (NPO) and non-governmental (NGO) group of companies that places special emphasis on fundraising and strengthening the management of the protected areas within Dutch Caribbean. The Nature Foundation’s primary concern is to preserve and enhance nature while in the process strengthening the economical and educational value and potential of our natural resources. “To preserve and enhance the natural environment of St. Maarten through proper management, education, public awareness, law enforcement, scientific research and monitoring relating to all aspects of the terrestrial, wetland and marine surroundings.”
Phone: +1 721 544 4267
Email: info@naturefoundationsxm.org
Adress: Wellsberg Street 1A Unit 25-26,
Fisherman’s Wharf Complex,
Cole Bay, St. Maarten
In a beautiful old plantation house between Orient Bay and French Quarter / Quartier d’Orleans, one finds the Amuseum Naturalis, ran by the Fruits de Mer foundation. Volunteers have created a great collection of nature photos, historical insights and other collections worth visiting. The museum maintains a bush tea garden showcasing the island’s medicinal plants. Located at the historic Old House in French Quarter and close to Orient Bay, this unique museum showcases the nature and heritage of St. Martin. In addition to the bush tea garden, you can enjoy the open-air Amuseum exhibit hall, agriculture displays, poetry exhibits and more. Find out what future initiatives are planned or become a volunteer during your stay! See here for our online exhibition of the nature photography of one of its board members, Mark Yokoyama.
Phone: +1 590 690 88 56 42
Adress: 4W3W+XF3, Rey Allée, Grand-Case 97150, St Martin
The Environmental Protection in the Caribbean (EPIC) Foundation is an independent non-profit founded in 2000 with the mission of protecting the Caribbean environment through research, restoration, education and advocacy. EPIC is a results-driven organization that works on challenging, under-addressed issues through holistic programs resulting in strategic community-based actions.
EPIC devised an array of professional hiking trails, yours to explore!
Phone: +1 721 545 3009
Email: epicsxm@epicislands.org
Adress: 2 Nile Drive, Maho, Sint Maarten
We are a voluntary organization that assist mariners and sea goers in need in and around the waters of St Maarten. Using two rescue vessels and a 100% voluntary crew we assist those out at sea that run into dangerous and life threatening situations. Our foundation was founded over 35 years ago and is always looking for more volunteers and are looking for donations from the community to be able to continue our rescue missions.
Phone: +1 721 520 4133
Email: sxmsearescue@gmail.com
Adress: 40 Bobby’s Marina, St. Maarten
K1 Britannia assists with social programs to aid those St. Maarteners who need some extra support. See here for their annual events.
Phone: +1 721 553 8186
Email: contact@k1britanniafoundation.org
Adress: R, 43 Front Street, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
The Be The Change Foundation is a charity fundraising group that assists St. Maarten non-profit organizations with raising the monies needed for a particular cause while also promoting the mission and objectives of that NGO. Be The Change did a mural project in Philipsburg – a great walking tour!
Phone: + 1 721 553 4048
Email: bethechangesxm@gmail.com
Adress: Front street #62,
Philipsburg, Sint Maarten
The two primary goals of the SIMARC Center are: first, to protect and conserve the St. Maarten National Archaeological Artifact Collections, and additionally, to work directly with the population of St. Maarten, in particular the youth, to educate and train in scientific methods, while at the same time conducting professional scientific research into the culture and history of St. Maarten.
Maintaining St. Maarten / St. Martin’s pristine beaches is outmost importance. That’s why a lift-and-screen, three-wheeled beach cleaner was launched in 2021 to help collect debris from the beaches. This is a joint project of the new Beach Cleaning Foundation, St. Maarten Hospitality and Trade Association (SHTA) and Rotary Club of St. Maarten. Together, they’re ensuring that the island’s beaches are kept clean for all to enjoy. In conjunction with the St. Maarten Heineken Regatta Foundation, the group organized two major fundraisers to help raise the needed funds for this initiative. They consulted with the Nature Foundation to make certain that their plans were environmentally sound, particularly when it came to preserving natural habitats during turtle nesting season. You can also do your part to help protect our natural resources. Bring a trash bag with you when you go to the beach where you can collect all your garbage and take it with you when you leave or drop it in a garbage can!
Phone: +1 721 543 6040
Adress: Oyster Bay Beach Resort
Freegan Food Foundation strives to end food waste and hunger on the island of St. Maarten. We act as a foodbank, where wholesalers, supermarkets, companies and people can donate their surplus which will then be collected and distributed amongst the most needy. We run a second hand store and a vegan kitchen to support our mission.
Phone: + 1 721 580 7381
Email: info@freeganfoodfoundation.com
Adress: 89 Walter A. Nisbeth Rd, Philipsburg, St. Maarten
We at Animal Defenders St. Maarten are all volunteers and we wish to create AWARENESS and COMPASSION for the animals on our friendly island. Animals cannot talk like us but they can suffer like us. If the animals benefit then we all will benefit: “Caring for animals is a credible component of providing care to people, because the needs of animals are inevitably linked to the needs of people.” —Patricia ForkanOur main focus is on: • SPAY/NEUTER operations plus aftercare • Medication • Education • Adoptions
Phone: +1 721 553 3116
Email: almewi10@gmail.com
Adress: Archimedes Street
Colebay, St. Maarten
The Philipsburg Jubilee Library Foundation( PJL) , is a non profit, non governmental, subsidized agency. It is the only public Library in Sint Maarten. The organization is run by a Board and the daily operation is managed by a director. The Chairman of the Board is Mr. P. Martens and the Director is Ms. G.E Holiday.
In an effort to expand the PJL’s core services to the general public two Satellites were opened in 2021, one in Cay Hill and one in Belvedere.
The Philipsburg Jubilee Library started its operations in 1973 and was later established as a foundation on September 27, 1974 under the articles of incorporation. The objectives are:
For contact, please e-mail:
pmartens@sxmlibrary.org or director@sxmlibrary.org.
The Philipsburg Jubilee Library is located on the Walter J.A. Nisbeth Road #3, Philipsburg.
Phone: +1 721 542 2970
Email: info@libraby.sx
Adress: Walter J.A. Nisbeth Road # 3, in Philipsburg.
An association formed on the Island of St. Maarten in 1970’s. It comprises of all the Indian Origin Business People of St. Maarten.
Phone: +1 721 588 9454
Email: imasxm@gmail.com
Adress: Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten
St. Maarten is hands down the best place in the Caribbean to berth, provision, repair and explore. With over 16 major marinas catering to vessels ranging from small water craft to large super yachts, there is a selection to fit every size and every budget.
Phone: +1 721 520 6336
Email: infosmmta@gmail.com
Adress: Isle del Sol Marina Airport Road, Simpson Bay
SMTA was created to promote the best interests of timeshare in St. Maarten, both the industry and the consumer side.
Email: info@timesharestmaarten.com
Adress: P.O. Box 940, Philipsburg, Sint Maarten, Sint Maarten
The Wildflower Institute Foundation in Sint Maarten addresses violence within the community through a multi-level approach. On a (meso) level, they focus on community skills building and raising awareness about different types of violence. On a (micro) level, they provide counseling, psycho-education, and group programs for individuals in need of assistance in overcoming violence. Additionally, the Foundation conducts (macro) research on violent behaviors and mental wellness restoration programs, aiming to foster a healthier and more resilient community.
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