Make a gift today to improve ocean health.

Since 1969, Oceanic Society has worked to create a more oceanic society — one that values and protects ocean life. Your gift powers our global programs to address the greatest threats to ocean health and strengthen local conservation efforts worldwide. Last year alone, we helped remove 83 tons of waste from critical habitats.

Every gift makes waves.

A gift of any size supports sea turtle conservation, ocean cleanups, and the next generation of ocean leaders.

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201 Grants
awarded to 153 high-priority sea turtle conservation programs around the world since 2006.

163 Tons
of waste removed from critical habitats by 10,495 Global Ocean Cleanup volunteers since 2022.

2k+ Scholars
experienced the ocean on fully sponsored educational boat trips through Conservation Scholars Program.

25+ Countries
where we fund local partners who turn global priorities into on-the-ground action through our small grants programs.

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Become a Member

Join a community of ocean lovers who power our work all year long. For as little as $5 a month, you'll receive exclusive updates on the impact of your support, early access to our annual Expeditions Catalog, and members-only content and giveaways. Give $25+ a month and choose a free welcome gift.

Become a Member

More Ways to Give

Donor-Advised Funds

Have a donor-advised fund? Recommend a grant to Oceanic Society in just a few minutes through Fidelity, Schwab, Vanguard, or any DAF sponsor.

DAF Giving

Donate Stocks

Donating appreciated stock is one of the most tax-efficient ways to support our work. You can donate stocks directly from your brokerage to ours by following a few simple steps.

Donate Stocks

Donate Cryptocurrency

We've made it easy to securely donate Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies to Oceanic Society. Cryptocurrency donations are tax-efficient and can be made anonymously.

Donate Crypto

Leave a Legacy

Consider leaving a gift to Oceanic Society in your will or trust. This type of gift costs nothing now, but can have a powerful impact on our work.

Legacy Giving

Adopt or Name an Ocean Animal

Support our conservation efforts by adopting a sea turtle, whale, dolphin, or albatross. You will receive a personalized certificate that makes a great gift for your ocean-loving friends and loved ones!

Adopt

Take A Trip With Us

Explore the ocean's most extraordinary places with expert naturalists. Every expedition directly supports cleanups, coral restoration, and local conservation.

Browse Trips

Shop Gifts and Merchandise

Every item purchased in our online store, including ocean books, art, and apparel, provides direct support to our programs.

Shop

Corporate Giving

Many employers will match your gift, doubling your impact. We also partner with environmentally responsible businesses on corporate philanthropy campaigns.

Corporate Giving

Oceanic Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with headquarters in Ross, CA, USA (tax ID: 94-3105570). Your donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. To give by check, mail it to Oceanic Society, P.O. Box 844, Ross, CA 94957. For wire transfers or other questions, please contact us.(opens in new tab)
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