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BE PART OF THE CHANGE OUR OCEAN NEEDS

The ocean gives us life. It produces more than half the oxygen we breathe,

regulates our climate and supports the wellbeing of every person on the planet.

Yet many people still feel disconnected from the ocean and don't know how they can help protect it.

That's where Ocean Lovers comes in.

 

Ocean Lovers is Australia's leading platform for ocean engagement, education and action.

Since 2019, we've engaged more than 327,000 people through festivals, education programs, citizen science initiatives, community experiences and campaigns that bring our blue planet to life.

We connect people with the ocean and the growing community of scientists, educators, innovators and changemakers working to protect it.

Because when people connect with the ocean, they don't just care about it.

They become a voice for it.

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DOUBLE YOUR IMPACT

To help launch the next chapter of Ocean Lovers, a generous supporter has committed to matching every donation dollar-for-dollar up to $150,000.

That means every donation you make today will have twice the impact.

All donations over $2 are tax deductible through our DGR1 charity status.

MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Change starts with people like you. Your donation helps make a real impact, one action at a time. Together, we can do more.

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Ocean Lovers Alliance Ltd is a registered charity with Deductible Gift Recipient (DGR) status.All donations are tax deductible in Australia.​​​​

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YOUR IMPACT

Every contribution creates a ripple.

 

Your support helps Ocean Lovers:

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  • Connect more people with the ocean through accessible experiences, education and community engagement.

  • Inspire the Next Generation through hands-on learning, science and real-world ocean experiences.

  • Bring Ocean Science to the Public by connecting communities with scientists, educators, storytellers and conservation leaders.

  • Amplify Ocean Solutions by showcasing the innovators, organisations and changemakers creating positive impact.

  • Grow Australia's ocean movement by bringing together community, science, education, business and government around a shared purpose.

  • Expand access and inclusion by helping schools and community groups participate regardless of financial circumstances.

  • Turn awareness into action by creating pathways for people to learn, engage and make a difference.​

BECOME A VISIONARY

For those who want to go further​ ​​

Ocean Lovers is building a long-term platform for ocean literacy, community connection and cultural change.

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We welcome conversations with visionary donors interested in supporting:

  • Ocean education expansion

  • Youth storytelling initiatives

  • Regional and underserved communities

  • Public science engagement

  • Ocean innovation and solutions

  • Long-term sustainability of the movement

 

For an open conversation and to learn more about the festival,

email founder Anita: anita@oceanloversfestival.com

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