Ways to Give

As a nonprofit organization, the Oregon Coast Aquarium relies on tax-deductible contributions, admission fees, membership dues, grants and café or gift shop sales to meet our operating expenses. Capital campaign improvement projects are only made possible with a grant from the State, and many contributions from individuals, businesses and foundations. There are many ways you can support the Aquarium’s Capital Campaign goal.

For more information, call 541.867.4931

Recovery Fund

Your support is more critical now than ever.

While closed March-August, we lost half of our annual budget, yet our animals still required daily care including food, medical attention and exhibit maintenance.

Though we reopened Aug. 10, limited attendance will not make up for the loss of revenue. The pandemic has not diverted the Aquarium’s attention from our mission to connect you to the ocean and inspire conservation.
Please consider a donation to fund our operations through the coming months. No gift is too small to make a big impact. Thank you for your support.

Donate Now

Many Ways to Support the Aquarium

One-Time Gift or Pledge

Make a donation ONLINE now
Print and complete a pledge form
Send a check to:
Oregon Coast Aquarium Campaign
2820 SE Ferry Slip Rd,
Newport, OR 97365

Leave a Legacy

Trusts, wills or insurance policies that make the Oregon Coast Aquarium a beneficiary ensure growth and strength for future generations. Click here to learn more about estate gifts, charitable gift annuities and remainder trusts.

Double your Donation

Companies large and small support charities that are important to their employees (and retired employees) by matching contributions and volunteer hours. Ask your employer if they have a Matching Gift Program. Click here for a partial list of businesses that match charitable donations.

Other Ways to Give

IRA-Rollovers (tax benefits for seniors age 70 1/2+)
Become a Rockfish Society member
Stock Transfers are deductible at that day’s value, and require no capital gains tax.
In-Kind donations of products used in programs
Property, Art or Antiquities (subject to review and approval by the Aquarium Board of Directors. Valuation/appraisals are the donor’s responsibility)
Volunteer for our campaign, or learn about more volunteer opportunities here.

Our Generous Donors

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