Royal Caribbean Group has launched the Royal Caribbean Group Foundation to advance change through global and regional partnerships and community-based solutions.

In a press release, the company described the Foundation’s creation as a formal expansion of its commitment to strengthening ocean communities around the world.

Its inaugural pledge supports the creation of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Jackson Health System in South Florida.

“Strong communities are essential to delivering exceptional vacation experiences, and the Royal Caribbean Group Foundation reflects the company’s belief that tourism can be a force for long-term positive change,” said Jason Liberty, chairman and CEO of Royal Caribbean Group.

“Supporting the education of emergency medicine physicians in South Florida is an example of how we invest in the long-term vitality of the places we operate, contributing to the essential systems that help communities thrive and sustain meaningful economic opportunity.”

According to the press release, the launch is a step forward in Royal Caribbean’s mission to invest in the vitality of the destinations its guests visit for years to come.

The Foundation builds on 30 years of global investments in education, local economies and environmental preservation, the company added.

Like the Group’s SEA the Future program, the Foundation will support efforts that Sustain the planet, Energize communities and Accelerate innovation.

In its effort to promote learning and advance innovation, SEA the Future has supported various projects, some of which included:

• $15 million in scholarships awarded to 6,660+ students since 1998
• $13 million invested in conservation efforts and transformational operations work with World Wildlife Fund since 2016
• $1.6 million donated to disaster relief in 2025

 

Additionally, Royal Caribbean Group said its employees have contributed thousands of volunteer hours supporting various causes around the world.