OUR MISSION

Ocean First Institute is a non-profit organization with the mission of ocean conservation through research and education.  Our organization is unique because we value the synergy between research and education. The purpose of our research is to protect ocean wildlife and critical habitats. We use the stories and experiences from our field work to educate and inspire young people in classrooms all over the world. 

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OUR IMPACT

We have inspired over 110,000 students in 35 countries

with our education programs. 

 

“We protect what we love

We love what we understand

We understand what we are taught”

 

 

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Join Dr. Laura Ekstrom for her LIVE webinar on "The Shocking Lives of Electric Rays!"
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It's our favorite day of the week... #WhatsItWednesday! This tropical fish loves munching on coral — or rather, the algae that lives on coral and gives it its color! What is it?
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Join us tomorrow at 11:00 am MST to hear our advisory board member, Dr. Laura Ekstrom, talk all about her shocking research on electric rays! She is a top notch scholar and fierce supporter of women in science! You don't want to miss this one!

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#GivingTuesdayNow is one week away! Your contribution of any amount helps keep OFI's online programs free and our ocean happy! Can you help us continue spreading our message of optimism and ocean conservation through education by donating today? https://t.co/hJAWcNFBrC https://t.co/DB9DRA4ZIY
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Celebrating Our Blue Planet

Celebrating Our Blue Planet

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Volunteer Spotlight: Sydney Eckert

Volunteer Spotlight: Sydney Eckert

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Creature Feature: Oceanic Whitetip Shark

Creature Feature: Oceanic Whitetip Shark

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Notes From the Field – Florida Expedition 2019

Notes From the Field – Florida Expedition 2019

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HOW YOU CAN HELP

SUPPORT OUR PROGRAMS

Learning about our connection to the ocean is key to creating a brighter tomorrow. Education is the cornerstone to changing our behaviors and protecting our ocean. We are impactful in our virtual expeditions, in-school outreach programs and our online courses with core partner Ocean First Education.

VOLUNTEER WITH US

There are opportunities for interested volunteers! Volunteers can have a meaningful impact on the local community and beyond by contributing to our outreach program. We are actively seeking volunteers to get involved. Contact us today.

SUPPORT OUR RESEARCH

We directly support conservation by conducting research on imperiled wildlife and ecosystems. You can accompany us on our research expeditions and learn how to become a true ocean ambassador.