Moore Charitable
@MooreCharitable
The Moore Charitable Foundation is a private family foundation committed to land, water & wildlife conservation, founded by Louis Bacon in 1992
Oceans 5 is helping turn the tide for endangered sharks by securing international trade restrictions that protect vulnerable shark species from exploitation. Check out their website to learn more: oceans5.org
Why only celebrate sharks one week a year? 🦈 As the wildly popular #SharkWeek continues, here’s a throwback to a previous Medium piece highlighting important facts about the species and our dedicated partners fighting for these key conservation wins. moorecharitable.medium.com/trust-science-…

Lee Crockett, executive director of @SharkRayFund, lends his decades-long expertise in marine life and its preservation, and outlines the progress we have seen in bolstering #shark populations in our recent Medium piece.🦈 moorecharitable.medium.com/why-the-narrat…

Each year, @sharkrayfund releases a report highlighting the challenges and opportunities facing shark populations. 🦈 While the data may be startling, the vital work of these conservationists is raising awareness about this keystone species. #SaveOurSharks assets.takeshape.io/64938fe1-48d9-…
Good news during #SharkMonth! Scientists tracked the first-ever birthing migration of a scalloped hammerhead shark. Travelling 6,000 km across the Eastern Tropical Pacific, this is the longest recorded distance for this species. Read more below 👇 oceanographicmagazine.com/news/pregnant-…

Did you know #sharks are older than dinosaurs? 🦖🦈 These fascinating creatures have been inhabiting our oceans for 450+ MILLION years. MCF is proud to support brilliant marine conservationists dedicating their careers to ensuring sharks are around for even longer. #FunFactFriday
.@SharkRayFund is advocating to reverse course on #shark population decline. MCF is pleased to stand with the SCF marine conservationists as they continue their critical work restoring this threatened species and their habitats by raising awareness of this fascinating species. 🦈

In downtown Alamosa, sandhill cranes are now honored in bronze. Supported by the Trinchera Blanca Foundation, Jocelyn Russell’s “Into Thin Air: Cranes in Flight” is a tribute to the Valley’s iconic #migratorybirds. Read more here: alamosacitizen.com/into-thin-air-…
🦈 Oceanic whitetip #sharks are critically endangered, but science is giving them a fighting chance! @MoteMarineLab is leading the way with cutting-edge research, education, and sustainable fisheries to protect this vital species. Learn more: mote.org

#PlasticFreeJuly is here, and marine life is counting on us. Millions of tons of #plastic end up in the ocean each year, harming animals like sharks. Here's what you can do to help: use reusable bags, skip straws, buy less packaging, and share this post and spread the word

Why do we need #sharks? 🦈 Because they maintain our oceans and without them, the entire marine ecosystem becomes unbalanced. 👉 Watch our video to learn why protecting sharks means protecting the planet!
This month, we’ve highlighted the importance of healthy oceans and our dedicated partners committed to their health and resiliency. Next month, we’re highlighting a keystone species that calls our oceans home. Stay tuned for plenty of fin-tastic shark content throughout July! 🦈
The next generation of ocean advocates is in good hands thanks to @perryinstitute in the Bahamas. 🌊 Their professional development program for marine educators helps drive interest in the pursuit of higher ed & employment in #marinescience. perryinstitute.org

Biodiversity & healthy oceans go hand-in-hand. 🤝 Proud to support University of Panama’s Center for Training, Research and #Biodiversity Monitoring (CCIMBIO), a regional leader in marine research in the Gulf of Chiriquí studying coral reefs. 🪸 portal.seccimbio.com/cms/

On #WorldRainforestDay, we celebrate those protecting Panama’s rainforests. 🌴🌺 Thank you to our grantees @RainforestUS and @stri_panama for safeguarding these tropical ecosystems and the wildlife that depends on them.

Through global collaboration, Oceans 5 is protecting our oceans by tackling illegal fishing, expanding marine protected areas, and driving big wins like the High Seas Alliance Biodiversity Treaty and the Ross Sea marine reserve. 🌍🌊 Learn more below: oceans5.org

For 19+ years, @Panacetacea has led humpback whale research in Panama’s Gulf of Chiriquí, cataloging 1,000+ whales to inform marine planning and #conservation. With our support, they’re safeguarding marine life through science. 🐋 panacetacea.org

On #WorldSeaTurtleDay, we celebrate these remarkable creatures and those protecting them. @CAVeelenturf and The Leatherback Project safeguard sea turtles by preserving nesting beaches, reducing bycatch & monitoring 🐢 populations. Learn more below! leatherbackproject.org.
#ICYMI: This week is #NationalForestWeek! 🌳🌲 Hosted by our grantee @NationalForests, this week celebrates the value of our national forests and grasslands. Get outside and explore the ecosystems NFF helps protect. Find ways to get involved here: nationalforests.org/our-forests/na…
How many of these iconic forest destinations have you visited? Submit photos of YOUR favorite forests to the #NationalForestWeek photo contest by June 15 to win travel, lodging, and outdoor gear for your next adventure. ow.ly/VnNG50W7511
The 2025 UN Ocean Conference kicks off today in France, uniting global leaders, scientists, and advocates to advance sustainable #ocean management. The Moore Charitable Foundation looks forward to the momentum it sparks to promote healthy oceans! 🌊
