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

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“We protect what we love

We love what we understand

We understand what we are taught”

 

 

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CHRISTMAS TREE SALE going on today at Ocean First dive shop! Come pick out some (sustainable) Christmas cheer and support Tides scholarship students fundraise for their upcoming marine conservation trip. 🎄🎅

*Trees were harvested from a fire break at a local ranch*
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Colorado Gives Day is only a few days away! With your support, 2020 will be our most impactful year yet. Your donation will support programs that help our youth connect with the ocean, explore STEM fields, and become stewards for our blue planet! Every dollar raised goes directly to outreach— providing supplies, presentations by marine biologists, and tools to carry out local community projects. Give back and schedule your donation today! #givewhereyoulive
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CHRISTMAS TREE SALE going on today at Ocean First dive shop! Come pick out some (sustainable) Christmas cheer and support Tides scholarship students fundraise for their upcoming marine conservation trip. 🎄🎅

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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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Volunteer Spotlight: Klara Fejer

Volunteer Spotlight: Klara Fejer

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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.