Help turn an epic moment into lasting support for marine mammals.

NMMF boldly offered Stephen Colbert a place on the dolphin conservation team, and he brought that invitation into the national spotlight during his final monologue.

Now, we’re inviting him, and everyone following the story, to help carry that momentum forward. Because behind the headline is the real work: science, rescue response, education, and conservation that protect dolphins, whales, and other marine mammals in Charleston and around the world.

Your gift supports:

  • Dolphin health research
  • Marine mammal rescue response
  • Student education and outreach
  • Conservation tools and field science
  • Work to protect endangered marine mammals around the world

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Be Part of What Comes Next

The spotlight is bigger now, and every gift helps make it count. Your support helps NMMF advance science, rescue response, education, and conservation for dolphins, whales, and other marine mammals.

$25: Join Team Dolphin
$50: Support dolphin conservation and education
$100: Advance marine mammal science

Discover the projects that need your support

  • Operation GRACE

    Operation GRACE brings NMMF’s veterinary expertise to threatened and endangered marine mammals around the world. Support for this work helps protect vulnerable species, strengthen local conservation efforts, and advance the science needed to safeguard marine mammals and the ecosystems they depend on.

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  • Marine Mammal Rescue

    Donations directly support our emergency response teams on the Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast. Your gift helps us respond quickly when marine mammals are in distress and ensures they receive expert care when it matters most.

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  • Community Engagement

    NMMF’s Community Engagement programs bring marine mammal science to life through hands-on learning, youth initiatives, workshops, internships, and outreach experiences. Support for this work helps inspire the next generation of ocean ambassadors and future STEM leaders.

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  • Vaquita Conservation

    With fewer than 10 vaquitas remaining, this species needs focused, science-based conservation action. Through Operation Esperanza, donations support innovative science and local partnerships to help reduce bycatch and offer hope for the world’s most endangered marine mammal.

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Major Gift Opportunities

A major gift can help expand NMMF’s work in marine mammal science, conservation, rescue response, and education. Explore ways to make a meaningful impact for dolphins, whales, and other marine mammals.

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