Become a Mote Change Maker
Your gift to Mote ensures oceans thrive

The oceans support life as we know it, providing the food we eat, the recreation we enjoy, the very air we breathe. Oceans cover 71% of the Earth, and the challenges they face are equally vast.

Mote Marine Laboratory—an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit institution—is advancing research-based solutions to ensure our oceans can heal and thrive. Help us put leading-edge marine science and ocean conservation into action. Become a Mote Change Maker by making a gift today.

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Donors to Mote receive the following benefits and recognition:

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$100–$249 | PROTECTOR

  • Mote decal
  • Subscription to Mote Insider e-newsletter and Mote Magazine
  • Invitations to special events

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$250–$499 | CHAMPION

All benefits above plus:

  • Invitation to Mote’s Guardians of the Sea Reception
  • Recognition in Mote’s Annual Report

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$500–$999 | GUARDIAN

All benefits above plus:

  • Invitation to Mote’s new conference call series with Mote President & CEO Dr. Michael P. Crosby

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$1,000–$9,999 | VISIONARY

All benefits above plus:

  • Membership to Mote Aquarium for a party of four* and respective benefits
  • Recognition displayed in Mote Aquarium
  • Invitation for two to an exclusive experience in nature with a Mote scientist

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$10,000 & up | PRESIDENT’S COUNCIL

All the benefits above plus:

  • Invitation to VIP behind-the-scenes event with Mote scientists
  • Invitation for two to VIP reception with Mote’s President & CEO, Dr. Michael P. Crosby
  • Invitation to VIP exhibit pre-openings
  • Complimentary admission to Special Lecture Series
  • 10% discount off Mote venue rentals

*Excluding gifts from funds which prohibit receipt of a benefit or service

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Mote has earned a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Guidestar and is proud to be recognized as a 4-star charity by Charity Navigator for its accountability and transparency.

Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency          4-star charity rating

MOTE MARINE LABORATORY, INC. IS REGISTERED WITH THE STATE OF FLORIDA #CH1050, UNDER REQUIREMENTS OF THE SOLICITATION OF CONTRIBUTIONS ACT.  A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE.  REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.  

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Donations help us rehabilitate sick animals, answer questions about the health of our marine environment and teach the public more about our oceans.

Brian & Susan Kelly

Brian & Susan Kelly

"We enthusiastically support Mote Marine Laboratory's research to preserve and improve our oceans - mankind needs these noble and critical programs. Join us in dedicating a portion of your legacy to Mote."
Ann Walborn

Ann Walborn

Ann has been a volunteer for Mote for more than 13 years. In addition to inspiring thousands of visitors to better care for our oceans each year, Ann is a financial supporter of Mote, and will continue making Mote a better organization through her legacy gift for generations to come.