Community Foundation Services
Because the ocean needs all of our passion and resources.
The Ocean Foundation is the gathering place for marine conservation donors and conservation entrepreneurs to advance global ocean solutions. We turn your talents and ideas into sustainable solutions that promote healthy ocean ecosystems and benefit the communities that depend on them. As a member of The Ocean Foundation community, you will be heard, supported, included, and equipped to accomplish what you want to see happen for our coasts and ocean. We have what you need to increase your impact and bring your dreams for the ocean to life.
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Here’s What we do:
Raise Every Dollar We Spend
Every individual can do something positive for the ocean. Learn more about the options you have at The Ocean Foundation to direct your giving.
our services for donors
General Contributions
Planned Giving
Donor Advised Funds
Corporate Matching Gifts 
Employee Giving Programs 
Gifts of Stock
Funder Collaboratives
Sponsor and Host Projects and Funds
By eliminating your burden of the legal and financial responsibilities of maintaining an independent nonprofit, we enable small groups and individuals to focus on their passion and conduct work in an effective and results-oriented way that maximizes the impact.
Our Services for Implementers
- Fiscal Sponsorship
Hosted Projects
Pre-Approved Grant Relationships
Partner With Corporations
Whether your business wants to support The Ocean Foundation directly, or you are looking to pursue a related project, we work with companies striving to help the ocean.
Our services for Businesses
Research & Consulting- Committee Advised Funds
Field Partnerships
Cause Marketing
Make Grants
We practice “engaged, active philanthropy” to work with grantees as collaborative partners to improve effectiveness. We do not just give away money; we also serve as a resource, giving direction, focus, strategy, research and other advice and services as appropriate.
