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Philanthropy and major gifts

If like us you’re concerned about the future of our ocean, your support will enable us to protect it for generations to come.

    Join our rewarding and inspiring journey

    We’ll take you on a fascinating and rewarding journey, as you experience first-hand the impact of your philanthropy on the health and stability of our seas, coastlines and marine wildlife.

    Major gifts from our supporters have helped us achieve some amazing outcomes, from the development of our Cool Seas education programme, to support for our campaign to introduce a UK-wide Deposit Return System for drinks and containers, to funding turtle conservation work in the UK Overseas Territories.

    Marine Conservation Society staff and local partners releasing a satellite-tagged teenage green turtle  |  Image credit: Amdeep Sanghera

    To learn more about how your gift could protect our precious ocean please email our Director of Fundraising Kate.Jacques@mcsuk.org.

    Our commitment to you

    • A dedicated member of our team will work with you to identify projects that meet your personal preferences and philanthropic objectives.
    • We'll ensure that you are completely connected to our cause through exclusive invitations to our unique ocean adventures and private events with other key supporters.
    • We'll create a tailored report detailing the impact of your gift, demonstrating the importance of your support for our crucial work.

    Marine Conservation Society team reintroducing European flat oysters into the Firth of Forth  |  Image credit: Maverick Photo Agency

    We work closely with philanthropic and wealth management advisers

    We work with wealth management advisers to help them identify and deliver their clients' philanthropic wishes.

    Please contact our philanthropy manager anna.savoie@mcsuk.org for more information.
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    Become a life member

    For those who want their philanthropy to drive real, measurable progress for our ocean, Life Membership offers a powerful way to deepen your support. Your contribution helps secure long‑term conservation efforts, strengthens vital research, and ensures the Marine Conservation Society can plan boldly for the future.

    Find out about becoming an ocean guardian

    Learn more about our work

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    About us

    We're a leading UK environmental charity dedicated to protecting our ocean through social and political change.
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    What we do

    Our ocean is at a tipping point. We're fighting to turn the tide on ocean pollution and restore the health of the seas.
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    Why we do it

    The ocean is fundamental to our existence: it contributes more than half of the oxygen we breathe, provides food and livelihoods for millions and supports our mental health and wellbeing.