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The
National Marine Life Center Campaign
 The
National Marine Life Center Campaign
While we are operating the interim facility for cold-stunned turtles
and stranded seals, we are raising the funds to renovate the NMLC
building to create the full marine animal hospital and science center.
As a private, non-profit organization, we are not supported by the
government.
Therefore, the NMLC Trustees are conducting a campaign for private
funds. Contributions to the campaign from individuals, families,
businesses and corporations, and foundations are welcome.
The honorary chair of the campaign is Walter Cronkite, former
anchor for CBS news. Mr. Cronkite has told NMLC leaders that: "I
have lived on Martha's Vineyard and sailed its waters for years.
I have taken great pleasure in watching the whales, dolphins and
seals in this area and appreciate being a privileged observer of
their world. I believe it is our responsibility to take care of
them. This hospital is necessary, so we may give something back
to these animals now and for the future."
Two well-known scientists also encourage your involvement: Oceanographer
Robert Ballard and Primatologist Dame Jane Goodall.
 Please
join Walter Cronkite, Bob Ballard and Jane Goodall and help build
the full marine animal hospital and education center. Make a membership
donation today by clicking on the seal's head, a link to our secure
donations page.
Renovation and construction alone will cost $8 million, including
about $1 million to put pipes into the Cape Cod Canal for salt water
for the animal care pools, and another $1 million for the large
tank to care for 6- 8 dolphins or small whales. Additional expenses,
such as exhibit fabrication and installation, architect's fees,
and equipment and furnishings add another $3 million to the project.
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