Philanthropy & Founders
Invest in the Future of Ocean Science & Discovery
The Ocean Census is leading a global effort to accelerate species discovery and ensure biodiversity data is accessible for science, research, and policy. With millions of species yet to be identified, philanthropic funding is critical to supporting taxonomy, funding expeditions, and developing open-access biodiversity resources.
By partnering with the Census,you can transform how marine life is studied, understood, and integrated into global decision-making.
Why Support
the Ocean Census
Support efforts to identify, classify, and register marine species to enhance our understanding of ocean biodiversity.
Enable the use of AI-driven taxonomy, genetic sequencing, and deep-sea exploration technology to advance species identification.
Ensure newly discovered species and biodiversity data inform ocean governance, climate adaptation, and ecosystem management strategies.
Fund training programmes, taxonomic research, and knowledge-sharing initiatives that strengthen biodiversity expertise worldwide.
Your support helps create a permanent scientific resource for researchers, governments, and conservation organisations.
“Schmidt Ocean Institute is proud to be a partner with the Ocean Census, whose strength lies in its vast network. By uniting governments, philanthropic supporters, and leading marine research organisations, we can accelerate the discovery of ocean life at an unprecedented scale”
Jyotika Virmani, Executive Director, Schmidt Ocean Institute.
How You Can Make a
Difference
Fund Species Discovery & Taxonomy
Support the Species Discovery Awards, enabling taxonomists to identify, classify, and describe marine species faster.
01Sponsor Expeditions & Discovery Workshops
Fund deep-sea and coastal expeditions that collect biodiversity data and contribute to global marine research efforts.
02Invest in Ocean Science Innovation
Support the development of AI-powered classification tools, genetic sequencing platforms, and high-resolution imaging technologies.
03Strengthen Research & Training Capacity
Empower the next generation of marine biologists, taxonomists, and biodiversity researchers by funding technology and knowledge sharing, education, mentorship, and skill-building initiatives.
04Support Open-Access Data & Global Knowledge Sharing
Ensure species discovery data remains accessible to scientists, policymakers, and research institutions worldwide.
05Get In Touch
Join the census
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