Who we are
Our mission is to leave a thriving Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary to future generations by protecting wildlife and biodiversity, raising sanctuary visibility and awareness, and inspiring the public to be its stewards
A healthy Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary recognized as a national treasure for its unique and abundant biodiversity, and widespread community support.
In the near-term, the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary Foundation will focus on:
- Wildlife Protection
- Education and Outreach
- Community Engagement
Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary
The star of the 2015 BBC/PBS live global television event Big Blue Live showcasing a marine habitat success story, Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary (NMS) is the largest national marine sanctuary in the continental U.S. and a premier destination for research, conservation, learning, tourism and recreation.

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