SPB is a 501c3 non-profit organization founded in 1987 for the purpose of protecting and enhancing Popponesset Bay and the Popponesset Spit, the barrier peninsula and wildlife preserve that protects the Bay and surrounding communities in Mashpee and Cotuit, MA. Due to its strong partnerships and community relationships, SPB has worked to dredge sand to keep key navigation channels open, improve water quality, and restore the Popponesset Spit to preserve and protect for generations to come.