top of page

The Foundation makes grants and investments based on the following criteria (which use the acronym FIRST):

 

  • FOCUS on marine exploration, protection and education

  • IMPACT of measurable, meaningful results that add value to people's lives and the health of their environment 

  • REPLICABLE in other locations and/or on a larger scale

  • SATISFACTION, even fun, results from the projects undertaken

  • TAKING CREDIT for the Foundation, thereby building its brand and inspiring others  

 

Preference in funding consideration is given to institutional partners with established track records and to multi-year commitments with defined terms and measurable outcomes (3 to 5 years).

Hercules, an ocean exploration ROV operated by OET from NAUTILUS

Coastal cleanup with local NGOs and school students in the Grenadines 

Marine mural painted on Carriacou island primary school wall

bottom of page