The Salish Sea School

🌊 Opening Shores, Opening Minds - Connecting hearts and Salish Sea habitats through hands-on education and wonder.

Together, we’re making the sea a place for everyone.

Each year, your support brings the Salish Sea to life for students and families—many experiencing its magic for the very first time. Through school field trips, inclusive marine science programs, and transformational outdoor experiences, we’re connecting people of all ages to the beauty, biodiversity, and responsibility of caring for the sea.

Because of you, cost is no longer a barrier for so many. Your generosity helps us provide over $20,000 in scholarships annually, giving more than 5,000 students, families, and community members the chance to learn about orcas, explore tidepools, and grow into ocean advocates.

“Thank you so much for the scholarship. We went from war to being part of this community. My daughter now feels inspired to care for the environment—and I am deeply grateful.”

But the need is growing.

While we remain hopeful, we haven’t yet received the grants that typically fund our programs for underserved communities—making your support during WA Gives more important than ever.

As we expand our reach to more underserved schools and communities, your support keeps the momentum going. With your help, we can fund the next wave of impact:

– More students on boats

– More hands in the sand

– More young people lighting up with wonder as they meet the sea—and see themselves as part of it

This WA Gives, we’re setting out to raise $15,000 to continue this life-changing work. And here’s the best part: a generous supporter is matching the first $5,000—doubling every dollar you give.

Let’s continue to open access. Let’s continue to open minds.

Together, we’re building a more connected, curious, and caring community—one that belongs to the sea, and to each other.

“The school filled our daughter with global responsibility, environmental stewardship, and confidence.”“Your lessons have taken root in her mind—you’ve awakened a future advocate.”“She’s still telling everyone about puffins. She’s so proud to be a Puffin Protector!”

🌊 Donate today—and help ensure no one is left on the shore.