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You don’t need to be a scientist, you just need to care

Moana Mark is the only charitable organisation in Aotearoa New Zealand that lets individuals and businesses directly support marine research, conservation, and restoration, right where it matters most.

Why support marine research? Your donation directly funds:

  • A marine researcher holds up a camera to take a photo

    Field research in marine biodiversity hotspots

  • A humpback whale breaches out of the water

    Monitoring of marine species that are at risk

  • A guide leading a group of tourists in kayaks off the coast of Kaikōura

    Partnerships with local knowledge holders

  • A sperm whale just below the surface of the ocean

    Restoration and conservation projects informed by data

The ocean needs all of us.

Whether you’re an individual or a business, your donation funds real science and real change. You help protect marine biodiversity, support local communities, and sustain the environment that makes New Zealand unforgettable.

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Whether you're an individual wanting to give back, or a business ready to lead in sustainable tourism, there's a way to make your mark.

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Our Mission

The oceans are in peril with climate change, pollution, and overfishing pushing marine life to the edge. Vital research is needed to protect our most vulnerable species.

Our mission is to connect individuals and businesses directly with marine research projects in Aotearoa New Zealand. With your support, we can make a difference.

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Our Premier Partners

  • A guest stands on the balcony of a Tree House at Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses

    Hapuku Lodge + Tree Houses

    “It was a no brainer for us to support this fantastic initiative. Not only is sustainability at the core of our operations, but supporting the marine wildlife that brings us our guests is just the right thing to do.”

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  • A Wings Over Whales plane flies over the Kaikoura coastline

    Wings Over Whales & South Pacific Helicopters

    “With both companies benefiting greatly from our local environment, knowing we are partners and supporting a not-for-profit organisation makes us very proud as business owners.”

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Project Spotlight

  • A sperm whale swims underwater along the Kaikoura coastline

    Sperm Whale Protection Project

    Long-term monitoring of sperm whales in Kaikōura to track population changes.
    Your donation helps fund annual surveys that guide conservation and policy.

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  • A leopard seal lies on a jetty with its mouth open wide

    Leopard Seal Protection Project

    National photo-ID and sightings database to monitor leopard seal ecology.
    Your donation supports vital data collection and public education.

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  • A little blue penguin climbs over rocks

    Kororā Protection Project

    Long-term research on New Zealand little blue penguins to inform conservation.
    Your donation funds research students and ongoing population tracking.

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