Founded by renowned marine biologist Dr. Sylvia Earle, Mission Blue is a global initiative focused on protecting the world’s oceans by creating a worldwide network of marine protected areas called "Hope Spots,"(critical regions of the ocean that are scientifically identified as vital to marine biodiversity and overall health). Through partnerships with environmental organizations like Harmony Playground, corporate sponsors, governments and local communities, Mission Blue works to safeguard these areas from overfishing, climate change, and pollution.

Mission Blue's Kelp Forest Project is part of a larger effort to protect and restore these vital underwater ecosystems. Kelp forests, which span over 28% of the world's coastlines, are sometimes referred to as the "forests of the sea" due to their importance for biodiversity, climate stability, and coastal protection. These ecosystems are critical as they sequester carbon, produce oxygen, and support thousands of marine species, making them one of the most biodiverse environments on the planet.

These ocean forests are disappearing four times faster than terrestrial rainforests due to climate change, pollution, and overfishing. To combat this, Harmony Playground is partnering with Mission Blue in collaboration with scientists, local communities, and policymakers to promote kelp forest restoration through initiatives that blend exploration, scientific research, and education.