1、Fiscal Year 2020 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgInspired by a growing needThe ocean is in trouble.From the depletion of fish stocks to increasingocean temperatures,human activity threatens marine ecosystems that are vital to the health of our ocean and all life on earth.The Marine Mammal Center
2、 is a critical first responder to these threats and a leader in the field of ocean conservation through our work in marine mammal rescue,science and education.Marine mammals are ecosystem indicators,and the health of these animals provides insights into human and ocean health threats.Together,we are
3、 taking action today to support a network of scientists and stewards to protect our shared ocean environment for future generations.Accomplished by a dedicated communityThanks to support from people like you,the Center continued its core work as an essential business while prioritizing staff and vol
4、unteer safety during this unprecedented time.Throughout fiscal year 2020,approximately 1,070 volunteers recorded about 76,792 hours,remotely and onsite,in service to the Centers mission.Made possible by supporters like youMore than 90 percent of our funding comes from charitable gifts contributedby
5、individuals,foundations and corporations.None of this life-saving work is possible without people like you.OUR MISSIONThe Marine Mammal Center advances global ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation,scientific research,and education.Fiscal Year 2020 IMPACT REPORTGuided and
6、 inspired by a shared vision of a healthy ocean for marine mammals and humans alikeTHE MARINE MAMMAL CENTEROctober 2019 September 2020Your support is essential for our necropsies and research,because it advances our overall understanding and allows for future inquiry.Thank you so much for your contr