Shark Research Scholarships

 Support a Future Marine Biologist
Provide a Life-Changing Shark & Ray Research Experience

Every summer, the Coastal Marine Education and Research Academy (CMERA) trains students from around the world in hands-on shark and ray research right here on Florida’s Gulf Coast. 

But many passionate, qualified students can't afford this opportunity.

That’s where you come in.

The Moore Center for Marine Conservation, a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit, is proud to offer need-based scholarships to send students to this exceptional field research program.

About the Scholarship

Each scholarship provides one student with a 4-week, fully immersive experience, including:

• Daily hands-on field research aboard research vessels
   
• Training in animal handling, tagging, measuring, and data collection
   
• Mentorship from experienced marine biologists
   
• Completion of a real-world research project and scientific presentation
   
• All program fees and housing included
   

“This program gave me more experience in one month than I got in four years of college.”
— Emily, Past CMERA Student
 

Why This Matters

Marine biology is a highly competitive field, and hands-on experience is often the missing link between a student’s degree and a meaningful career.

Our scholarships give aspiring marine scientists the edge they need by placing them directly in the field — learning by doing.

Unfortunately, these opportunities are often out of reach for students from underserved backgrounds. Your donation opens that door.

How You Can Help

Your contribution will directly fund scholarships for students who otherwise could not attend.
Every $4,950 raised provides one full scholarship which includes the 4 week program fee and housing. But any amount helps.

Ways to Support:

• Donate any amount – every dollar counts
   
• Sponsor a full or partial scholarship
   
• Share this fundraiser with your network
   
• Make a corporate or matching gift
   

Donors will receive updates, thank-you messages, and photos from students whose lives you helped change.

Donate Today

➡️ Click here to support the fundraiser on GoFundMe https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-fund-a-shark-ray-research-scholarship?lang=en_US&utm_campaign=man_ss_icons&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&attribution_id=sl%3Af6b91016-d988-42ea-9eb3-bea587e4ccad
 

📬 Have Questions or Want to Sponsor a Student?
Email us at info@mooreconservation.org