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Doubled Your Impact for Our Ocean

Did you know that because of this caring community, more than 27,000 marine mammals have been rescued since the Center opened in 1975?

The animals are showing us that human activity is putting their lives at risk and threatening the health of our ocean. That’s why studying ocean health is key to helping marine mammals. And you can make a real difference today by doubling your impact for our ocean.

You can celebrate 27,000 animals rescued with your gift of just $27. Your life-saving donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a group of generous donors like you!

Double my impact today
California sea lion
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  1. The Endangered Species Act is under grave threat – and your help is needed to save it.

    Four proposed rules were announced that would seriously weaken the protections that this groundbreaking law provides. The government is soliciting public comments now through December 21. It’s critical we speak up.
    Act now
    Hawaiian monk seal pup
  2. Seal-ebrating 27,000 Marine Mammals Rescued Thanks To You!

    Go behind the scenes with our animal care team as they check in on patients and answer your questions LIVE on Giving Tuesday, December 2. Text JOIN to 65179 and we'll text you a link once we're live so you don't miss a thing!
    Learn more
    Elephant seal pup in the sealbarrow
  3. Watch a sea otter pup reunite with its mother!

    Our rescue team in Morro Bay helped a stranded 2-week-old pup reconnect with its mother.
    Watch now
    Sea otter and pup
  4. Join us for Marine Science Sunday

    Explore ocean life with our expert educators through captivating photos, science, and stories of amazing marine mammals. These free, interactive programs happen on the 2nd and 4th Sundays in Sausalito. Come visit us, each month brings a new ocean theme!
    Learn more
    Marine Science Sunday
  5. Help create a healthy ocean while you shop!

    From cozy one-of-a-kind apparel and fun activities to earth-friendly home goods, the perfect gift for everyone is right here.
    Shop now
    Harbor seal Bogey
  6. You Can Save a Life!

    Northern fur seal patients like Brion need your help for a second chance in the wild.
    Donate today
    Northern fur seal Brion

Visit the World’s Largest Marine Mammal Hospital — Book Your Free Tickets Today!

See experts providing life-saving care to patients so they can be released back to the wild. Tickets are free but must be reserved online in advanceHurry, spots fill up fast! 

Ways to Give

Your support makes life-saving work possible. Our patients rely on the generosity of people like you. There are many different ways to make a gift today and help return marine mammals to a healthier ocean home.

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northern fur seal Reina

Reina

Northern Fur Seal — Female
Released
northern elephant seal Shrub with enrichment items including fake kelp and a red buoy

Shrub

Northern Elephant Seal — Female
Released
California sea lion Mayhem

Mayhem

California Sea Lion — Male
Released

Our Impact in the News

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