NMSF Applauds Nomination of Dr. Jane Lubchenco as NOAA Administrator

Silver Spring, MD - The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation leadership today applauded the incoming Obama Administration on the selection of Dr. Jane Lubchenco as the new Administrator designee for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

NMSF Welcomes New Members to Board of Trustees

Silver Spring, MD – One of America’s leading ocean conservation advocates, Dawn M. Martin, and successful advertising executive and environmentalist, Larry Kopald, were named as the two newest members of the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation Board of Trustees.

Give the Gift of the Ocean

Silver Spring, MD— The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF) is offering a unique eco-friendly gift giving opportunity in partnership with OceansForMe.com, the world’s first and only ocean registry that allows users to actually purchase their own virtual ocean parcel, identifiable by GPS coordinates, and explore the ocean on an interactive map. For every parcel registered within a national marine sanctuary, OceansForMe.com will donate a portion of the gross receipts to the NMSF to support the Foundation’s ongoing marine conservation efforts focused on education and research programs.

Get Your Brand New 2009 NMSF Calendar Today!

Just in time for the Holidays, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and world-renowned marine photographer Bob Talbot have partnered to create a stunning , limited release calendar.

"The Big Swim" Charity Event: A "Big Success" for the NMSF and Channel Islands National Marine Sanctuary

“The Big Swim,” the 5th annual Santa Barbara Channel Relay Swim, was held September 12-13 and raised nearly $25,000 for the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation.

Gray's Reef Takes Your Breath Away

Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary contains one of the largest near-shore, live-bottom reefs off the southeastern United States, encompassing approximately 17 square nautical miles.

Foundation Recognizes National Marine Sanctuary Caucus Outgoing Members

On September 17, 2008, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation hosted a special reception honoring outgoing members of the congressional National Marine Sanctuary Caucus.

NMSF Funds Projects Designed to Protect Fragile Coral Reefs

The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF) is proud to announce it is funding the first of several marine conservation and education projects designed to protect the fragile coral reefs and communities of the Flower Garden Banks National Marine Sanctuary (FGBNMS).

Two Foundation Projects Come Together and Make Music!

“One Ocean – Explore the Quiet and Blue," brings musicians together for a common goal.

2008 Grants Update

Due to a reallocation of funding priorities, the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will not be soliciting proposals for funding activities through the Ernest F. Hollings Ocean Awareness Trust Fund in this fiscal year, July 1, 2008 through June 30, 2009. The NMSF does anticipate issuing an RFP for this grants program after July 1, 2009, so please continue to check our web site for updates. If you would like to be added to an email list to receive the RFP when it is issued, please email that request to grants@NMSFocean.org.

International Year of the Coral Reef Inspires Design

Behind the Kai Palaoa (sea whale) Design

Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2008

Capitol Hill Ocean Week 2008 (June 3-5) brought together a wide-range of stakeholders to discuss current ocean and coastal issues. Panel speakers included Members of Congress, as well as representatives of the federal and state government, industry, academia, and nonprofits. This year, the symposium focused on the effects of climate change on the oceans.

San Francisco Oil Spill Responder, Mary Cantini, Named Volunteer of the Year by National Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Washington, DC — Mary Cantini, a long-time volunteer for the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary, who helped conduct beach monitoring and clean-up efforts during the Cosco Busan Oil Spill in San Francisco, was named volunteer of the year by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation at a June 3rd ceremony in Washington, DC.

Senator Barbara Mikulski Honored By National Marine Sanctuary Foundation for Commitment to Ocean and Atmospheric Research

Washington, D.C. - In recognition of her long-term support of environmental and marine sciences and research, Maryland’s senior Senator, Barbara Mikulski, will be honored by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation at their Annual Leadership Awards Dinner on June 3 in Washington, D.C.

Renowned Underwater Explorer, Dr. Sylvia Earle, Honored By National Marine Sanctuary Foundation for Lifetime Achievements

Washington, D.C. - In recognition of her outstanding achievements in ocean science and her influential involvement with the designation of the Papahanaumokuakea National Marine Monument, the largest marine protected area in the world, Dr. Sylvia Earle was honored by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation (NMSF) on June 3, at their 2008 Leadership Awards dinner in Washington, D.C.

Ocean Icon Jean-Michel Cousteau Receives Life Time Achievement Award From National Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Washington, D.C.– In recognition of his life-long commitment and global influence on the appreciation of our ocean planet and its stewardship, and the establishment of the Papahanaumokuakea National Marine Monument in the N.W. Hawaiian Islands, Jean-Michel Cousteau was honored by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation at their Annual Leadership Awards Dinner on June 3 in Washington, D.C.

Speaker Pelosi Honored for Her Commitment to Ocean Conservation By National Marine Sanctuary Foundation

Washington, D.C. – In recognition of her long-term commitment to ocean conservation and the national marine sanctuary system, California Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives, was honored by the National Marine Sanctuary Foundation at their Annual Leadership Awards Dinner on June 3, in Washington, DC.

Become a Star and Support the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center - Only 58 Sea Stars Available!

Opened in October of 2006, the Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center is a state-of-the-art learning facility where visitors can learn about the science and stewardship necessary for managing and conserving the unique and fragile ecosystems comprising the Florida Keys and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary.

Hawai'I Ocean Guardian Kid's Club and Contest - Contest Guidelines

Hawai`i Ocean Guardian Kid’s Club and Contest Guidelines:

Hawai'I Ocean Guardian Kid's Club and Contest - Prizes

Prizes:

Hawai'I Ocean Guardian Kid's Club and Contest - Pledge

The Ocean Guardian Pledge:

Because I want to help the ocean and all the creatures that live in it and
around its shores, I pledge today to do these things and accept
membership into the Hawai`i Ocean Guardian Kid’s Club:

Hawai'I Ocean Guardian Kid's Club and Contest - What is it?

The kid’s club and contest is to encourage children around the country to explore the Hawaiian Islands to form a sense of connection to the ocean and coral reef ecosystems around these islands in the Pacific Ocean.

Little Mermaid PSA Encourages Public to Help Clean Up Debris from Our Oceans

The National Marine Sanctuary Foundation and its partners, launched the second phase of its Public Service Advertisement (PSA) campaign featuring characters from Disney's film The Little Mermaid: Ariel's Beginning.