Dear Friends,
Generous supporters like you allow us to continue our work of caring for New Jersey’s Marine Mammals and Sea Turtles! Our mission is to rescue, rehabilitate and release these protected species back into their environment, as well as educate the public about our marine ecosystem.
Over the past 42 years, MMSC staff and volunteers have responded to over 5,500 strandings of whales, dolphins, seals, sea turtles and other distressed marine species. Many of the cetaceans and all of the sea turtles that strand in New Jersey are listed as protected or endangered species by the Federal Government and the State of NJ. Our team is proud of the fact that we have one of the highest recovery/return rates on the East Coast — a success rate of nearly 90% in live-seal strandings.
One animal’s care can cost over $3,000, with rehabilitation costs including: food, medicine, transportation and operational expenses. MMSC handles an average of 200 animals a year. The last few years have put a strain on the Stranding Center’s budget due to an overwhelming number of rescues along with a struggling economy.
Your support makes a world of difference and we are so thankful that you have joined us in our effort to sustain our precious marine life.
Please use this document as a tax receipt for your last donation. Federal Law requires that we inform you that no goods of services were provided to you in return for your gift and that, therefore, the full amount is deductible for Federal Income Tax purposes, to the extent of the Law. Donation Amount: $10,000 to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC).
Your donat
ion will be used to further our mission and care for these amazing creatures.
Sincerely,
Robert Schoelkopf
Founding Director
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