THANK YOU!
Your interest and support ensured Monterey County Gives! had a record breaking year. Together, we empower our local nonprofit community
to be its best. Thank you!
-The Monterey County Gives! team.
Our mission is to leave a thriving Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary to future generations by protecting wildlife and biodiversity, raising sanctuary visibility and awareness, and inspiring the public to be its stewards.
Led by Co-Chairperson, former US Secretary of Defense, Leon Panetta, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation is the primary nonprofit partner and chief advocate for the sanctuary. We secure critical funding for wildlife protection and education programs and raise public awareness about the sanctuary's vital role in ocean conservation. This sanctuary belongs to every American, and we are its dedicated champions.
Our Foundation supports:
Marine conservation education for K-6 students in under-served, inland communities.
Programs to prevent whale entanglements and reduce ship strikes, ensuring the safety of these majestic creatures.
College internships, shaping future leaders in marine conservation.
Enhancements to exhibits at the Sanctuary Exploration Center in Santa Cruz, enriching visitor experiences.
Docent programs to protect sensitive wildlife, like our threatened California sea otters.
Marine debris cleanup operations.
Engagement, outreach, and education events, fostering a community committed to ocean health.
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary is not just a local treasure but a national legacy. Supporting the sanctuary means investing in the future of our planet.
- Foundation Co-Chairperson Leon Panetta, Former US Secretary of Defense & Architect of the Legislation Designating MBNMS