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A Decade of MERITO
Ten years ago, we started a journey to protect our oceans and empower multicultural youth and their communities. Through environmental education, community science, marine conservation, and green entrepreneurship, we have made significant strides in protecting our oceanic ecosystems. We are deeply humbled by the support of our dedicated partners and supporters. Together, we have nurtured an environment where diverse coastal communities unite for our shared ocean. To continue our vital work and make an even greater impact, we invite you to support us by making a donation.
As of July, 2024
690+
Educators Trained
12,350+
Students sponsored education trips to Channel Islands
27,948+
4th-12th grade students immersed in ocean and climate education
632
Hands on conservation, recreation and/or citizen science field experiences
808
Project proposals authored by students to reduce their school carbon footprint
$65,750
Disbursed as cash and in kind prizes to students authors of best projects
$32,050
Sponsored the greening of 10 school campuses
29,648
Informed adults on clean and renewable energy options in Ventura County
Our Vision / Nuestra Visión
Our vision is a healthy ocean cared by diverse coastal communities who live in an environmentally responsible manner regardless of native language, economic status, cultural beliefs, or ethnic background because we all share one ocean.
Nuestra visión es un océano saludable cuidado por diversas comunidades costeras que viven de manera responsable con el medio ambiente, sin importar el idioma nativo, el estado económico, las creencias culturales o el origen étnico, porque todos compartimos un mismo océano.
Our Mission / Nuestra Misión
To protect the ocean by engaging multicultural youth and their communities in transformative experiences in environmental education, scientific research, outdoor recreation, marine conservation & entrepreneurship.
Nuestra misión es proteger el océano al proveer experiencias transformativas en educación ambiental, conservación marina, recreación al aire libre, y emprendimiento verde y sostenible a jóvenes multiculturales, y a tráves de ellos, a sus comunidades.
How We Do It
Ocean and Climate Education Programs
"I learned many things during these months including leadership skills, outdoor stewardship, and environmental protection. The MERITO Foundation has nurtured my love for oceanography and marine biology."
Lincoln, MERITO Foundation's Outdoor & Environmental Steward (2022-2023)
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