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KEYS LAST STAND

Safeguarding the Florida Keys' Quality of Life and Natural Environment since 1987 through Advocacy, Education, and Coalition Building.

The more members we have, the more influential our collective voice becomes. Join for as low as $5.

Join Us and Stand Up and Speak Out!

Who We Are

Established as a non-profit advocate in 1987 to preserve the Florida Keys and ensure a sustainable future for all, Last Stand belongs to all who call the Florida Keys home and those who share our desire to drive positive change to preserve this special place.

At Last Stand, our Stands form a web of influence – each impacting the others. Picture this, sensible land-use planning protects quality of life, natural resources, and community character.

It fosters environmental awareness, ensures clean water for our marine and wildlife and prioritizes workforce housing. By addressing these Stands together, we’re creating a thriving community with lasting impact. 

What We Do

OUR STANDS

  • Last Stand is dedicated to raising awareness about critical water quality issues and research findings throughout the Florida Keys.

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  • Last Stand promotes the protection and preservation of land in the Florida Keys against overdevelopment, which significantly impacts the quality of life of our residents.

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  • Last Stand’s commitment to affordable workforce housing remains unwavering and we support regulatory measures that promote truly affordable workforce housing.

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Become a member

There’s more than one way to support our mission!

At Keys Last Stand, we believe that being part of our community should be accessible to everyone. That's why we offer multiple membership options to suit your preferences and budget. Join us and become an integral part of our mission to create positive change in our beloved community.

For the price of your morning Café con Leche, you can become a member for as little as $5 a month. By choosing this option, you'll enjoy the flexibility of contributing incrementally while making a significant impact on the causes you care about. Every small contribution adds up to make a big difference in the lives of those we serve.

Pledge your way into one of our Membership groups by donating Monthly via automatic debit.

  • Pledge $5 per Month to become an Individual Member.

  • Pledge $10 per month to become an Advocate.

  • Pledge $22 per month to become a Champion.

  • For $45 per month, you’ll become a Partner.

Want to give more? Contact us! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

Ask about our Major Donor Program!

If you prefer to pay in a lump sum, our yearly membership is the perfect choice for you. Starting at just $50 a year, this option allows you to enjoy the convenience of a one-time payment, while knowing that your commitment supports our initiatives throughout the entire year. It's an investment in a brighter future for you and our community.

• Free Student Membership: Currently enrolled in high school or college.

• Concerned Citizen $25: Learn how much Last Stand does for the Keys. (Limited one-year trial membership)

• Individual $50: Join Last Stand and lend your voice to ours.

• Advocate $100: Show your dedication to Last Stand’s mission by joining us at the Advocate level of membership. Fun for you, plus a significant other, spouse, family member or partner can join us as members.

• Champion $250: Champions of Last Stand are particularly generous supporters whose contributions go a long way to keep our organization strong.

• Partner $500: Partners of Last Stand are those who want to demonstrate an exceptional level of commitment to Last Stand.

Want to give more? Contact us! Your generosity is greatly appreciated!

Keys Last Stand

Discover the heart of Keys Last Stand! Watch our video to learn who we are and how you can join our mission. Join us in protecting the Keys!

We took a stand

36 Years of Impact

Last Stand challenged the status of the ROGOs (building allocations) after then-Governor Rick Scott presented Keys communities with 1,300 additional building allocations

ROGO Challenge

Last Stand played a key role in defeating the Channel Dredging Referendum on October 1, 2013 which would have dredged the main Key West shipping channel to accommodate larger cruise ships.

Channel Dredging

We took a stand and joined over 30+ Florida Organizations to help stop permitting shallow sewage wells in the Keys to improve nearshore water quality.

Shallow Wells

Is Your water or Beach Safe?

Water Quality Reports

Uncover up-to-date details regarding the current state of Florida's water quality, including public health alerts related to harmful algal blooms and beach conditions. Experience the collective effort of "Protecting Florida Together," a dedicated initiative by the state that prioritizes environmental transparency and takes proactive measures to safeguard water quality.

Featured News

Our Blog

Featured
Last Stand Hires First Executive Director

We’re thrilled to announce a major milestone in our history: the hiring of our first full-time Executive Director. This marks a new era for Last Stand—one defined by greater capacity, stronger coordination, and a deeper commitment to protecting the future of the Florida Keys.

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last stand response to the grand jury report

Last Stand of the Florida Keys has written a letter to the Key West City Commission in response to the Grand Jury Report and the Corradino Group’s findings, urging significant reform. The letter calls for transparency, accountability, and fairness in the wake of the report, which exposed systemic failures and misconduct within the City government.

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Last Stand’s Comments on Proposed Floor Limits for Residential Structures

Last Stand of the Florida Keys submitted comments to the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) regarding Agenda Item J6, which discusses imposing a floor limit on residential structures. The two options presented were:

  • Option 1: Limit residential structures to two floors, with exceptions for multi-family affordable housing or market-rate workforce housing, approved by the BOCC on a case-by-case basis.

  • Option 2: Remove the two-floor limit entirely.

Last Stand supports a modified version of Option 1, proposing that only affordable workforce housing should be allowed more than two floors, preserving the two-floor limit for single-family and market-rate housing.

While Last Stand fully supports affordable workforce housing, we believe that allowing more than two floors for market-rate housing could lead to more vacation homes and vacation rentals, increasing traffic and straining local infrastructure. The proliferation of multi-story homes would also negatively impact community character.

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Our Community Partners

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Add your voice to ours as advocates for the environment and Keys quality of life.