Proof that Gulf Coast tradition and environmental responsibility can coexist.

of Mardi Gras beads end up in landfills, storm drains, and waterways surrounding New Orleans alone. Cities across America add millions of additional pounds every year, and these beads don't biodegrade. They seep microplastics into our waterways and sit indefinitely in landfills.

TOSS Inc. — Throwables Offering Sustainable Solutions — has partnered with Louisiana State University's PlantMe Beads program to provide biodegradable beads, free of charge, to Pensacola krewes. TOSS Inc. runs entirely on donations, because we believe Gulf Coast tradition and environmental responsibility can share a float.