McPike-Zima Foundation Grants

McPike-Zima Foundation Grants is sponsored by McPike-Zima Foundation. The McPike-Zima Foundation provides philanthropic support to help local organizations meet their ambitious goals. Their funding decisions involve evaluating potential impact and ability to attain long-term effectiveness in communities.

Founded in 2016, we are committed to providing strategic philanthropic support that empowers organizations to achieve ambitious goals. By applying a business-minded approach to philanthropy, we carefully evaluate each organization’s potential for impact, sustainability, and long-term effectiveness.

Our funding decisions are guided by a results-driven mindset, ensuring that resources are allocated where they can create the greatest value. We prioritize funding for local grassroots organizations, recognizing that they have the deepest understanding of their communities’ needs and the greatest potential to drive meaningful, lasting change.

By investing in these organizations, we help strengthen their capacity to deliver innovative solutions, scale their impact, and create sustainable progress. We are committed to improving lives worldwide by driving sustainable change in health, education, and environmental conservation, ensuring a healthier, more equitable, and sustainable future for all.

We believe that education is a fundamental right and a key driver of personal growth, economic opportunity, and social progress. Access to quality education empowers individuals to realize their potential, contribute to their communities, and create lasting change.

Our commitment lies in expanding educational opportunities by improving access to learning resources, fostering critical thinking, and supporting initiatives that promote lifelong learning. We also recognize the importance of media literacy in today’s information-driven world, helping individuals navigate and engage with reliable sources of knowledge.

By investing in education, we aim to equip and empower individuals with the skills, confidence, and opportunities necessary to build a better future for themselves and their communities. We work for progress. Urgent action is needed to address the environmental challenges threatening ecosystems and communities.

Climate change, pollution, and habitat destruction demand bold, immediate solutions to protect our natural world. We are focused on preserving ocean health because our oceans regulate climate, support biodiversity, and sustain millions of livelihoods. Yet, they face increasing threats from pollution, overfishing, and climate change.

Our priorities include combating plastic pollution, restoring coral reefs, and supporting small-scale fisheries. We promote sustainable alternatives to reduce waste, rebuild essential reef habitats, and advocate for responsible fishing practices. Through dedicated investment in ocean conservation, we aim to safeguard natural resources for future generations and build a more resilient, thriving planet.

We believe that access to healthcare is a fundamental human right, yet many individuals, particularly those with chronic conditions, struggle to access proper care. Our efforts are focused on addressing gaps in healthcare, with a particular emphasis on supporting individuals with Type 1 Diabetes.

Managing this lifelong condition requires constant monitoring, access to insulin, and education on best practices for maintaining health and preventing complications. We strive to empower those affected by Type 1 Diabetes by improving access to essential resources, advancing awareness, and supporting initiatives that drive research and innovation in diabetes care.

Our goal is to enhance quality of life for those affected and ensure everyone has the tools and support to thrive. Our Work and Theory of Change BLOOM Association Hong Kong is a Hong Kong-based NGO dedicated to marine conservation. Through conducting research to fill the most critical knowledge gaps, we disseminate our research findings through dedicated outreach efforts to the most important stakeholders to drive change.

The key areas of our work are, the international luxury dried seafood trade, Hong Kong marine reef fish biodiversity, and the global live reef food fish trade. To resist the fate of an overfished, barren ocean in the future, by proving that dedicated action can reverse the course of environmental and human tragedy.

Giving a voice to the voiceless; ensuring that humanity has a future where children have food and fishermen have jobs, by restoring ocean ecosystems to their full biological capacity. Our Work and Theory of Change Founded in 2014, Luminocean is a marine conservation organization based in the Banda Islands, Indonesia, with a strong focus on capacity building in marine biology and conservation.

Our work is centered on creating opportunities for local students and young Indonesians to gain practical skills, scientific knowledge, and field experience that can support long-term stewardship of marine ecosystems. We believe that sustainable conservation begins with education, local leadership, and access to hands-on learning.

Through training programs, field courses, research participation, and community engagement, Luminocean equips students and early-career conservationists with the tools and confidence to contribute meaningfully to marine science and environmental protection in Indonesia.

Since our establishment, we have worked closely with local communities to raise awareness about the impacts of plastic pollution and poor waste management on marine ecosystems. Environmental education and waste management initiatives have been part of our work from the beginning, encouraging more sustainable practices both on land and at sea.

By combining scientific training with community-based education, we aim to foster a new generation of conservation leaders who understand the interconnected challenges facing Indonesia’s coastal environments. Alongside our educational initiatives, Luminocean facilitates hands-on learning in coral reef ecology, coral spawning monitoring, larval propagation, invasive species monitoring, and marine ecosystem conservation.

Many of these approaches remain relatively unfamiliar in Indonesia, making our programs a unique platform for students to gain direct experience in emerging marine conservation practices. Through this model, we aim to strengthen local capacity and ensure that future marine conservation efforts are led by knowledgeable and empowered Indonesian practitioners. Manta México Caribe A.

C. is a non-profit organization founded in 2015 in Isla Mujeres dedicated to advancing science-based conservation of mobulid rays, including Mobula yarae and Mobula hypostoma , in the Mexican Caribbean. Our work integrates scientific research, conservation action, and collaboration with local communities, particularly fishers, captains and deckhands.

By working together, we generate knowledge that strengthens conservation strategies, supports sustainable marine resource use, and protects biodiversity across the northern Yucatán Peninsula. We collaborate with partners who share our commitment to science-driven conservation and community engagement. At Manta México Caribe A.

C. , we believe that effective conservation of mobulid rays depends on science-based research and collaboration with local communities in the Mexican Caribbean. We conduct scientific research and conservation initiatives focused on mobulid rays—including Mobula yarae and Mobula hypostoma —within marine ecosystems of the northern Yucatán Peninsula.

Our work includes ecological monitoring, bycatch research, marine debris assessments, and community training with fishers, tourism operators, and young ocean advocates. These efforts generate scientific data, strengthen local capacity for monitoring marine ecosystems, and increase awareness about the conservation needs of mobulid rays and other pelagic species.

Improved knowledge and stakeholder engagement support better fisheries practices, informed conservation management, and stronger collaboration between communities, scientists, and decision-makers.

By integrating science, conservation action, and community participation, we aim to reduce threats to mobulid rays, strengthen marine conservation strategies, and contribute to the long-term health of ocean ecosystems and coastal communities in the Mexican Caribbean. Earthcare is an environmental education NGO, that works on current environmental issues facing the nation of The Bahamas.

Members visit schools to inform students and teachers about issues affecting the environment. Our mission is to empower students and teachers to get involved and be proactive with their voices. We encourage them to write to the Government of The Bahamas and express their views on current environmental issues.

Our objective is to work with young people and teachers to give them access to information on ways to protect and preserve what remains of the pristine Bahamian environment. MWAMBAO Coastal Community Network works to build cohesion, capacity, and confidence in Tanzania’s coastal communities, empowering them to protect and manage the rich marine environment they depend on.

Our approach focuses on 5 key elements for effective, equitable, and sustainable community-led marine resource management and conservation: Stronger local governance institutions through training, and support in developing management systems and protocols. Implementing sustainable management practices such as resource mapping, planning, zoning, enforcement, and reef/mangrove restoration.

Improved livelihoods via fisheries value chains, market access, and eco-fund financing. Supportive policy & legislation developed in collaboration with government, including local marine spatial planning. Networking and advocacy through annual Community Fisher Network and Women Fisher Network meetings for sharing experiences and learning.

We believe empowered, effective, and well-supported community-led fisheries management is the cornerstone of marine conservation in Tanzania. When local communities benefit from sustainable resource use and have the means to implement their own rules and governance, they can manage these resources for the future.

By strengthening livelihoods, aligning policy, and connecting communities, we enable strong and lasting community-led initiatives and bring our vision of thriving coastal communities and healthy marine ecosystems to life. At MWAMBAO, we know coastal ecosystems thrive only when coastal communities do.

The Dom Phillips Institute was created to honor Dom’s legacy and continue his purpose: to be an ally of the Peoples of the Forest, to reverberate their knowledge, and to amplify understanding of the Amazon.

Considering the essential role of Indigenous peoples as guardians of the forest, the Institute’s actions combine education, cultural appreciation, and dissemination of knowledge, reinforcing that the defense of the Amazon is also a global responsibility.

In addition to developing educational projects aimed at Indigenous youth—with the goal of amplifying their voices and strengthening their struggles in defense of their territories, rights, cultures, and ways of life—the Institute also seeks to echo ancestral knowledge that helped shape today’s Amazon, fostering understanding of the importance of the forest and its peoples in times of climate urgency.

To echo the voices of the Amazon and the knowledge of its peoples and guardians, driving educational movements for the preservation of life. To be recognized as a reference in careful project management for the protection of the Amazon, through genuine listening and the trust of forest peoples.

Availability of the World Insulin Price Comparison Map To provide transparency regarding the measures within this study, as well as others not directly assessed in this paper, 3 Axis Advisors, in conjunction with the McPike-Zima Foundation, has made available a web-based tool on www. 3axisadvisors. com , for interested parties to explore.

Furthermore, the website contains a text file (Insulin_Prices. txt) of the underlying data available for download free of charge so that anyone can further research the topic of insulin affordability. If you are interested in contributing to the global understanding of insulin prices, a survey (available in several languages) may be downloaded and submitted to contribute to the global understanding of insulin pricing.

Por el Mar (PEM) is a grassroots, women-led marine conservation organization that combines scientific research, policy advocacy, community engagement, and conservation-based economies to protect and restore ocean ecosystems.

Through the Guardians of the Sea project, we work to reverse the decline of shark populations in Patagonia, Argentina; promote sustainable fisheries; protect critical habitats; and engage coastal communities to foster long-term stewardship. Por el Mar (PEM) seeks to create and implement effective conservation strategies that protect and restore the ocean and our connection to it.

The SEA People (Yayasan Orang Laut Papua) is a grassroots NGO based in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, working hand-in-hand with local Papuan communities to restore, protect, and conserve the world’s most biodiverse coral reefs.

Through our Yaf Keru Reef Restoration and Conservation program, we combine applied science, technology, and modern management practices with traditional knowledge and skills to restore degraded reefs, protect healthy reefs, monitor ecosystem health, and safeguard marine resources that sustain biodiversity, local livelihoods, culture, and heritage. At the heart of our work is capacity building.

We believe conservation should ultimately be led by those who depend on these ecosystems most directly. For this reason, we empower Papuan community members with the skills and opportunities to take on leadership roles — ensuring they are collaborators, not bystanders, in protecting their reefs.

By combining science and traditional knowledge with community leadership, we are creating a sustainable model of reef restoration and conservation that repairs and protects ecosystems, and builds lasting local stewardship. To combine applied science, technology, and modern management practices with traditional knowledge and skills to responsibly and sustainably care for coral reefs.

To empower local communities with the knowledge and opportunities they want to restore, protect, and conserve their marine ecosystems and cultural heritage, while supporting community uplift and addressing social inequality.

Sustainable Ocean Alliance Work + Theory of Change: “Sustainable Ocean Alliance (SOA) is a global youth-led nonprofit that empowers over 7,000 young ocean leaders, innovators, and advocates across more than 150 countries to restore the health of our ocean.

By providing access to funding, mentorship, education, and a collaborative global network, SOA enables young people to launch and scale solutions that address critical ocean issues such as pollution, overfishing, and habitat loss. SOA’s approach is rooted in the belief that equipping the next generation with the resources and support they need will drive long-term, systemic change for the planet.

Through grassroots action and ocean-focused innovation, SOA is building a global movement to conserve the ocean—and the future of all who depend on it—for generations to come. ” Mission Statement: “Sustainable Ocean Alliance activates young people, develops and implements innovative solutions, and mobilizes the global movement to restore the health of the ocean in our lifetime.

” The Reef Ball Foundation is an international non-profit foundation whose mission is to help restore and conserve oceanic and aquatic habitats using Reef Ball technologies. We have placed well over 1,000,000 Reef Balls™ and conducted over 10,000 projects in 80+ countries.

Our projects include designed artificial reefs, ground-breaking coral propagation and planting systems, estuary restoration, red mangrove plantings, oyster reef restoration, erosion control, marine and fresh-water habitat protection and creation, and expert collaboration on a variety of oceanic, liminal and fluvial issues.

We work with governments, other NGOs, businesses, schools, research institutes, private individuals and community organizations and emphasize education on preserving and protecting our natural reefs, shorelines and other aquatic habitats.

Our global impact is made not just through our economic, engineering and environmental projects ranging from marine habitat renewal to bird sanctuaries using innovative Reef Ball technology, but also through education, raising public awareness, community involvement, as well as unique and inspiring endeavors. A thriving and resilient marine ecosystem in St.

Kitts & Nevis, where local communities are actively engaged in conservation, sustainable fisheries and livelihoods are supported, and marine biodiversity is protected. To help a transition to sustainable and effective management of critically endangered marine habitats of St Kitts and Nevis and ensure the livelihoods of people who depend on marine resources for future generations.

We work closely with local communities and authorities to bring awareness and sustainable solutions through society empowerment and scientific decision-making. Together we can help guarantee the health and longevity of these vital Caribbean waters. Our purpose is to foster an ocean literacy to improve people’s knowledge and relationship with the ocean.

Amiguitos del Océano is a non-profit organization who seeks to reduce and prevent ocean pollution fostering ocean literacy, encouraging people to change practices and habits to conserve and preserve marine ecosystems, biodiversity and human health. We are working in updating our theory of change, we can send it later.

A prosperous future in which Comorians regain a harmony with nature We support rural communities to restore the ecosystems of the Comoros. We have three programmes: forests, agroforests and marine. Our marine theory of change We aim to develop a national network of fisher-led no-take zones (NTZs) to restore the reefs of the Comoro Islands.

Our approach is based on five key pillars that ensure it is context-adapted and scalable: Co-design fisher-led no-take zones, involving all fisher groups and integrating ecological and social criteria to ensure the acceptability, longevity and impact of NTZ. Co-design fisher-led governance that is representative and adaptive.

Incentivise compliance by providing direct short-term benefits that compensate for restrictions to fishing access from the NTZ; incentives that are integrated into fisheries value chains to reinforce existing livelihoods. Advocate for fisher rights and legal and policy recognition for the model.

Ensure data-driven learning based on reef, fisheries, and socio-economic monitoring and the communication of that data to stakeholders to feed adaptive management.

FisherFolkFirst is a non-profit organization that works to empower small-scale fishers and fish workers to build environmentally, economically, and socially sustainable small-scale fisheries where their rights are respected, their voices are heard, coastal and marine environments are healthy, and fisherfolk have secure prosperous futures.

FisherFolkFirst achieves this through outreach and education, implementation, and research, all co-designed with fishers and fish workers themselves. Small-scale fisherfolk have the greatest interdependency with the ocean than any other group of people. Therefore, eradicating poverty in coastal communities, securing social justice for fisherfolk, and conserving marine biodiversity are all inextricably linked.

FisherFolkFirst believes that only by working directly with fishers and fish workers can more effective, durable, and equitable solutions be found. Welcome to Coral Catch, an award-winning scholarship program by NGO Gili Matra Bersama that transforms dreams of working in conservation into reality.

More than just a scholarship, Coral Catch is a movement—one dedicated to empowering Indonesian women to become leaders in marine conservation. Through our immersive nine-week program, we provide young women with the skills, tools, and confidence to protect and restore Indonesia’s coral reefs.

Our participants, known as the “Coral Catch Superwomen,” gain hands-on field experience, knowledge, and a strong support system in a space where they feel valued, inspired, and ready to lead. We’ve seen firsthand that when women truly belong, they are more likely to step forward—and stay. We believe that empowering women in conservation creates ripple effects that extend far beyond coral restoration.

By providing scholarships, training, and mentorship, we equip women with the expertise and leadership skills to drive real change within their communities. In turn, these women inspire and educate others, fostering a network of conservation leaders who work together to safeguard Indonesia’s reefs. Our mission?

To empower 100 Indonesian women by 2030 through our coral restoration scholarship, in alignment with the UN’s Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development. Success, for us, isn’t just about corals planted or reef areas restored—it’s about lives transformed. Because when women lead, we don’t just change conservation.

We change entire communities and build a future where everyone is part of the solution Is a marine conservation organization dedicated to protecting marine megafauna in Haiti through education, conservation, research, data collection and community awareness. We are based in the fishing community of Petite Riviere de Nippes, along the inner southern peninsula of Haiti.

We work with small-scale fishing communities to bring about change in the way marine species are viewed in Haiti. We also build strong relationships with the local community members, together tackling the root cause of poverty which endangers these marine species, while simultaneously promoting their protection. We are a dedicated group of local coordinators, educators, artisanal fishers, youth, local leaders and marine biologists.

Haiti Ocean Project was founded on the principle that to be enormously successful, the key is sustainability. The power of building relationships, compassion, understanding the needs/wants of the people and the ability to change culture perspectives cannot be understated.

We have been successful in being able to address all these areas and focus on how to best protect endangered marine megafauna and help people, especially the fishers, who are the biggest threat to these species in Haiti. We have a powerful messaging strategy and stakeholder cooperation, which continues beyond the scope of our projects.

At the Blue Indigo Foundation Our mission is to protect and restore coastal and marine ecosystems through local leadership, capacity building, and collaborative partnerships, contributing to the resilience of vital ecosystems that sustain life and support sustainable livelihoods. We envision thriving oceans and coasts where nature flourishes and communities prosper in harmony with a healthy marine environment.

Our theory of change is rooted in engaging local communities, particularly women, to actively participate in conservation efforts. By fostering collaboration with various stakeholders and implementing sustainable practices, we aim to create lasting impacts that enhance the health of marine ecosystems while empowering those who rely on them.

For close to 60 years, the Dian Fossey Gorilla Fund has been dedicated to protecting and studying wild gorillas and their habitats while empowering the communities that share their forest home.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, with nearly 400 staff in Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the Fossey Fund is the world’s longest-running and largest organization focused on gorilla conservation, supporting the priorities of the countries where it works. Vision and Theory of Change The Fossey Fund envisions a world where gorillas, their ecosystems, and local communities thrive together for the health of the planet.

Through a holistic, scientific, and people-centered approach, the organization protects gorillas, conducts critical research, creates conservationists, and builds resilient communities. Thanks to these efforts, mountain gorillas—once predicted by Dian Fossey to disappear by 2000—are the only great ape species, aside from humans, whose population is increasing. The Fossey Fund’s mission extends beyond conservation.

By fostering thriving communities, empowering local stewards of biodiversity, and promoting sustainability, the Fossey Fund ensures gorilla habitats are safeguarded. Through education, food security, and alternative livelihood initiatives, the Fossey Fund helps stabilize ecosystems and supports basic human needs, creating a future where both gorillas and people can flourish.

The Fossey Fund is not just protecting gorillas—it is strengthening the people and environments essential to their survival. Mission and Theory of Change: Mother of Corals is a US-based nonprofit organization that teaches communities worldwide to rebuild coral reefs. In a time where corals are suffering everywhere, not all locations near reefs have the knowledge or experience to start a local restoration effort.

Founded in 2020, Mother of Corals (MOC) was born out of passion and expertise in artificial reef development and coral restoration as well as the understanding that without education and local commitment, these habitats will not succeed or exist into the future. Citizen scientists, such as community leaders, students, formal and informal educators must be included in the restoration process to continue the effort to restore coral reefs.

Through global knowledge and word of mouth, we can spread awareness of corals, coral reefs and how and why to save them. Coral Garden Conservation Coral Garden Conservation is actively engaged in a variety of initiatives to promote environmental conservation and sustainable practices in Le Morne, southwest of Mauritius.

Key activities include the reforestation of coastal zones with 3,000 mangroves at Trou Chenilles and 5,000 endemic trees at P. G. Labonté, using QR codes for monitoring and awareness.

The NGO has established a nursery project to cultivate coastal protective plants to prevent erosion. They also collect seagrass at Trou Chenilles beach for biofertilizer production. To combat coastal erosion, the NGO employs green solutions by planting native vegetation and zoning key beaches in southwest Mauritius, including St.

Felix, Baie du Jacotet, Bel Ombre, Baie du Cap, and Le Morne. Other initiatives include the establishment of a Voluntary Marine Conservation Area at St. Felix, and the use of underwater drones for marine surveys, regional training, and awareness.

The NGO is also involved in fostering community-based apiculture at L’Embrasure, ensuring a harmonious balance between tourism, community engagement, and environmental stewardship. As a team, CGC is dedicated to safeguarding and revitalizing Mauritius’ natural heritage through innovative conservation strategies and community engagement.

Our mission encompasses the protection of marine ecosystems, restoration of endemic terrestrial habitats, and the promotion of sustainable practices. By fostering collaboration among local communities, government entities, and international partners, we aim to ensure the long-term health and resilience of our island’s diverse environments.

Through education, advocacy, and hands-on projects, CGC remains committed to nurturing a culture of conservation and environmental stewardship, ensuring a thriving, vibrant Mauritius for generations to come.

The Bay Islands Conservation Association The Bay Islands Conservation Association (BICA) is a key player in coastal marine resources and ecosystem services conservation efforts in the Honduran Bay Islands and coastal areas of Honduras.

BICA’s work focuses on implementing sustainable practices through engaging local communities, stakeholders, and authorities; BICA aims to promote environmental awareness, enhance conservation efforts, and drive positive change in the region.

The theory of change for BICA revolves around the belief that by empowering communities with knowledge, promoting sustainable resource management practices, and fostering collaboration among various stakeholders, long-term conservation outcomes can be achieved, preserving the rich biodiversity and natural beauty of the Bay Islands for future generations.

Is to conserve in a participatory, transparent, and sustainable way the coastal marine resources and the ecosystem services which they provide for the social and cultural well-being of present and future generations in the Bay Islands.

Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organization The Bahamas Marine Mammal Research Organisation (BMMRO) is a Bahamian-registered non-profit organisation based in Sandy Point on AbacoI sland founded and operated by two Bahamian scientists.

Acknowledging that conservation of top marine predators and their environment has far-reaching implications for all Bahamians, our mission is to promote conservation of marine mammals and their habitats through scientific research and educational outreach.

We conduct bonafide research to increase knowledge of species’ biology, disseminate results to support evidence-based policy decisions, and raise awareness and appreciation of marine mammals in The Bahamas.

We believe that a better understanding of marine mammal species diversity and their uniqueness to The Bahamas will lead to more public support to address and resolve the growing conservation needs of marine mammals in The Bahamas and globally.

The Bahamas Academy of Sciences The Bahamas Academy of Sciences (BAS) is an autonomous science non-profit organization established by a group of Bahamian scientists to support and promote excellence in scientific research performed by Bahamian scientists and to advise the government on scientific aspects related to the advancement of our nation and its growth and development.

BAS aims to represent and promote the interests of science in The Bahamas in national, regional and international organizations and decision-making bodies as well as build support for science with the general public in The Bahamas. “ The mission of The Bahamas Academy of Sciences is to recognize and promote excellence in science and its use in decision-making processes that contribute to national development and growth”.

Brief description of work and theory of change: Advancing Socio-Environmental Knowledge in the Built Environment: With the support of this grant, the MASS Africa Studio will advance its research across three focus areas—Mothers & Children, Learning & Entrepreneurship, and Conservation & Communities.

Guided by a theory of change to prove what is possible through catalytic projects and to scale impact by reshaping industry norms and societal expectations, this research will demonstrate how thoughtful design can drive social, environmental, and economic transformation. Evidence-based solutions will inspire global knowledge-sharing, capacity building, and policy advocacy.

By improving maternal health, reimagining education, and empowering communities as co-leaders in conservation, the Studio will foster systemic change across Africa. Our mission is to research, build, and advocate for architecture that promotes justice and human dignity.

To promote the conservation of the ocean and threatened marine species, particularly sharks, through the integrated development of marine education and training projects, scientific research, and social advocacy, especially in national coastal communities. In our efforts, we aim to remain steadfast and true to our ideals, always respecting environmental and human well-being.

Vision of the Organization: To be a leading marine conservation organization, positioned and recognized nationally and internationally for generating applicable science for the protection of threatened species and actively involving social and governmental stakeholders in the implementation of conservation measures. Misión Tiburón is a Costa Rica nonprofit organization founded in 2009, and an IUCN member.

Our aim is to promote ocean conservation by the identification and protection of critical habitats for threatened species with the engagement of local communities. Misión Tiburón has a team of 13 staff who are all committed to its mission. We also have recruited a dedicated group of 50 volunteers to support conservation actions in local communities.

Misión Tiburón has been working mainly in three areas of Costa Rica Pacific coast: Golfo Dulce, Isla del Coco and Papagayo. The first project started in Golfo Dulce in 2010, the organization successfully promotes environmental education, train government institutions in marine-resources protection, reduce by-catch in fisheries, and establish community-based shark sanctuary.

We technically identified the first nursery for the scalloped hammerhead shark in the entire Eastern Tropical Pacific, and based on our scientific information the government declared the Hammerhead Shark Sanctuary Golfo Dulce in 2018. The Shark Sanctuary represents a new model of governance for Costa Rica, enabling communities in coastal ecosystems protection.

Mision Tiburon has strengthened the sanctuary, involving stakeholders in shark conservation and empowering local leaders. For the next years, the organization aims to engage communities in the protection of the Shark Sanctuary Golfo Dulce through the implementation of the Blue Schools program in educational centers in coastal areas of Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica.

A thriving culture of ocean stewardship in the greater Caribbean can significantly contribute to the global ocean economy while building resilience against environmental threats. Now is the time for direct investment in education and locally-driven solutions that foster long-term ecological and economic stability. We collaborate with traditional conservation organizations, prioritizing a people-centered approach.

By investing in communities, we can nurture enduring stewardship of our seas. Sea of Life empowers communities to protect the ocean. Our mission is to develop locally led conservation projects and business solutions in the Caribbean that promote civic engagement and restore tropical ecosystems.

Oceans Forward delivers innovative solutions for marine conservation, empowering environmental stewardship, driving impactful results, and challenging traditional limits to make the impossible achievable. The Dominica Coral Rescue Center was created to tackle the escalating threats facing coral reefs. Rising ocean temperatures due to climate change and the spread of Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease have caused widespread coral loss.

Innovative projects like this are essential to preserving coral diversity and increasing coral biomass. The center has already rescued corals affected by storms and human activities, marking the first step toward restoring reef ecosystems.

Our ex situ tank system allows us to study coral growth rates in warming oceans versus temperature-controlled environments, practice coral fragmentation for outplanting, and develop assisted coral fertilization in controlled conditions. The expansion from 4 to 6 tanks will enable the rehabilitation of reef grazers like sea urchins and crabs, critical players in successful reef restoration efforts.

ABALOBI is a hybrid social enterprise comprising ABALOBI ICT4FISHERIES, a registered non-profit and public benefit organization, and ABALOBI LABS. Together, we work to empower