Your Generosity
Saves Alaska's Oceans
The Alaska SeaLife Center is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. We rely on people like you to fund pioneering marine science, statewide wildlife rescue operations, and interactive public education.
Animals Rescued & Treated
Marine mammals & seabirds responding 24/7 across Alaska
Scientific Publications
Pioneering ecosystem studies in subarctic waters
Years of Conservation
Alaska's trusted anchor for marine ecosystem stewardship
Make a Tax-Deductible Contribution
Quick, secure, and customizable. Support our immediate needs.
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Sponsor Critical Care
Some rescue patients require round-the-clock staff support, specialized neonate pup formula, and extensive surgery. Sponsor a specific animal today.
Nanuq (ASLC 2501)
Northern Sea Otter PupAdmitted from Homer, AK. Found separated from mother, dehydrated, requiring hourly formula feeds and temperature stabilization.
Kipnuk (ASLC 2504)
Harbor Seal PupAdmitted from Bristol Bay. Severely underweight with extensive skin lacerations from a suspected predator interaction. Receiving veterinary wound therapy.
Become an ASLC Member
Enjoy unlimited year-round admission, exclusive member-only hours, discounts in our gift shop, and early booking access. Pay for your membership in just two visits!
Individual
- Unlimited entry for 1 named adult
- Member newsletters & publications
- 10% discount at Discovery Gift Shop
- Early access to camp registration
Family Plus
- Unlimited entry for 2 adults + all children
- 2 single-use complimentary guest passes
- 10% discount on behind-the-scenes encounters
- Exclusive member-only ocean event invites
Patron
- All Family benefits for named cardholders
- Private behind-the-scenes curator aviary tour
- 4 complimentary guest passes included
- Recognition in our Center Annual Report
Ocean Guardian
- All Patron benefits included
- Private after-hours director tours for up to 6
- 1 symbolic animal adoption packet
- Permanent inscription on donor lobby wall
Symbolic Animal Adoption
Bring Alaska's wild creatures closer to home. Adopting an animal supports their daily veterinary treatments, nutritious foods, and ongoing conservation studies.
Ringed Seal
$45Sponsor dietary studies for these specialized Arctic ice-dwellers.
Includes: adoption certificate, fact sheet, and seasonal updates.
Horned Puffin
$35Fund the daily supply of capelin and krill for our aviary residents.
Includes: adoption certificate, fact sheet, and seasonal updates.
Giant Pacific Octopus
$50Support cognitive puzzle enrichments for our high-intellect invertebrates.
Includes: adoption certificate, fact sheet, and seasonal updates.
Steller Sea Lion
$75Support care for the largest pinniped species in our facility.
Includes: adoption certificate, fact sheet, and seasonal updates.
Join Our Giving Circles
Our Leadership Giving Circles bring together forward-thinking individuals, scientists, and environmental advocates who are committed to a sustainable future for Alaska's seas.
As a Leadership Donor, you'll receive direct channels to ASLC's research principal investigators, exclusive invites to wild releases, and permanent recognition in our Seward highway center.
SeaLife Associate Circle
Includes invitation to one wild animal release event annually and private veterinary clinic tour.
Resurrection Bay Circle
Adds research expedition briefs with field biologists and private VIP dinner with Center curators.
Steller Champion Circle
Adds direct funding governance briefs, named research grants, and custom private encounters.
Brand Alignment
Align with a world-class conservation brand recognized globally.
Employee Perks
Free admission passes, camp discounts, and retreat access.
ESG Metrics
Demonstrate quantifiable corporate commitment to ocean ecosystems.
Event Activations
Custom corporate retreat packages and exclusive facility hires.
Partnering for Ocean Health
Whether through philanthropic grants, event sponsorship, employee matching programs, or customized CSR programs, our corporate partners play a pivotal role.
We customize partnerships to align directly with your environmental goals and corporate values. Connect with our development office to structure a tailored plan.
The Legacy Society
Ensure the longevity of Alaska's wildlife response and ocean studies.
A planned gift is a powerful way to leave a lasting impact on Alaska's seas. By including the Alaska SeaLife Center in your will, trust, or retirement plan, you establish a permanent legacy of marine stewardship.
Bequests in Your Will
Designate a specific dollar amount, a percentage of your estate, or the residue of your estate to the Center.
Retirement Accounts
Avoid income tax on inherited retirement funds by naming the Alaska SeaLife Center as a primary beneficiary.
Annual Fundraising Events
Join us throughout the year to celebrate Alaska's rich oceans, support our wildlife response network, and meet fellow conservation champions.
Beers by the Bay
Sip craft Alaska brew inside the facility alongside our marine mammals. Features silent auction, live music, and seafood pairings.
Wildlife Rescue Gala
Our premier formal fundraising gala hosted in Anchorage. Keynote addresses from principal researchers and emotional veterinary success highlights.
Marine Art Walk
Local Alaskan artists display ocean-inspired creations. A portion of all proceeds directly supports our statewide educational outreach.
Stewardship & Transparency
We hold ourselves to the highest standards of financial management and operational efficiency. Over 82% of every dollar directly supports marine care, rescue operations, and scientific study.
The Seward Association for the Advancement of Marine Science (Seward Association) is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) institution. Form 990, annual financial statements, and audited reports are fully available online.
Seward Association for the Advancement of Marine Science
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