Causes: Animals, Arts & Culture, Environment, Natural History & Natural Science Museums, Protection of Endangered Species, Water, Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management

Mission: The Foundation’s mission is to support and enhance environmental awareness, education, conservation, and stewardship of endangered species and natural resources, fulfilling its mission through the Manatee Observation and Education Center.

Results: To further its commitment to environmental awareness and education, the Foundation has contributed funding for Manatee Center programs, has awarded scholarships to local graduating seniors interested in pursuing a degree in the field of environmental science, and has given classroom mini-grants to local teachers for classroom projects designed to enhance conservation efforts. Through volunteer initiatives, citizen involvement, community, business and governmental partnerships, both the Manatee Center and the Foundation are committed to continuing their missions.

Target demographics: support and enhance environmental awareness, education, conservation and stewardship of endangered species and natural resources,

Geographic areas served: the Indian River Lagoon through the Manatee Observation and Education Center

Programs: environmental summer camps, lecture series, scholarships, hands-on experiential learning at the Manatee Observation and Education Center, and more.