For more than forty years, the passionate and dedicated staff at the Center for Coastal Studies has worked tirelessly to understand and protect the coastal environment and ocean ecosystems through scientific research, marine animal rescue, public education and outreach. Now, as we confront the effects of increasing environmental pressures and ever-decreasing funding, we need your support more than ever.

Support the Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) by taking part in our holiday auction. You'll find something for everyone here; from original art, jewelry, home goods to luxury vacations and even exciting opportunities to accompany CCS scientists on a research cruise.

Because all the items were donated to CCS by generous individuals and businesses, 100% of the proceeds goes directly to CCS.

Your purchase will:

• Maintain our Marine Animal Entanglement Response team and global training initiative
• Support our internationally renowned Humpback and Right Whale Research programs 
• Help us prepare coastal communities for the effects of sea level rise.
• Foster collaborations with local fishermen to establish sustainable fisheries
• Expand Water Quality Monitoring and Marine Debris Retrieval activities 
• Increase opportunities to educate the next generation of scientists, teachers, policy makers and ocean stewards...

So please, take a few minutes today to browse our auction, place a few bids, and feel great knowing that your purchase has impact.