You can play a vital role in helping the UF Whitney Laboratory train tomorrow’s scientists, inspire youth in science, conserve and restore marine life, and through advanced research, make scientific discoveries. Every gift expands our reach and impact in the local community; annually we reach over 5,100 individuals through community lectures, sea turtle tours and K-12 education, including over 3,800 school children each year. —Donating to the Whitney Laboratory is quick and easy via the University of Florida’s secure credit card payment system. The charge on your statement will appear as the University of Florida Foundation.
Sea Turtle Hospital Endowment Launched!
This endowment supports the conservation of sea turtles by sustaining operation at the Sea Turtle Hospital at Whitney Laboratory.
Make a GiftAreas of Support
WHITNEY GIFT FUND (#003567)
This is a general fund that provides for the day to day operations of the Laboratory. Its funds have been used to support travel for students, bringing lecturers for the Evenings at Whitney Series, minor acquisitions and fundraising activities and events.
A CALL FOR ACTION SEA TURTLE HOSPITAL ENDOWMENT FUND (#028389)
The endowment supports the conservation of sea turtles by sustaining operation at the Sea Turtle Hospital at Whitney Laboratory.
K-12 EDUCATION ENDOWMENT FUND (#025933)
This fund supports K-12 sustaining education at the Whitney Laboratory.
CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL IMAGING & DISCOVERY FUND (#026153)
Funds to develop and support the center’s coordination, research and training program
WHITNEY LABORATORY RESEARCH CENTER CONSTRUCTION FUND (#022749)
The Whitney Lab campus is growing, to advance science and training, and this is made possible through your contributions to our Capital Fund.
SEA TURTLE RESEARCH AND REHABILITATION FUND (#018737)
This fund supports Whitney Lab’s operations of the rehabilitation and research facility for Sea Turtles impacted by fibropapillomatosis (FP) on Florida's East Coast.
EDUCATION FUND (#05161)
The Education Fund supports the Laboratory’s outreach education programs to local schools and our community and allows us to educate thousands of K-12 students from several counties each year with hands on science learning, with many from Title 1 schools.
WHITNEY GRADUATE STUDENT FUND (#023667)
General support for Whitney Laboratory graduate student activities.
INDIAN RIVER LAGOON CLAM RESTORATION FUND (#023327)
This fund supports the activities of the Indian River Lagoon Clam Restoration Adult Clam Repatriation Project.
LIAO: MIGRATION AND CONSERVATION RESEARCH FUND (#022609)
This fund supports real-time tracking of large marine animals for conservation.
MARINE FISH AQUACULTURE RESTORATION FUND (#026145)
General support for the fish aquaculture program at Whitney Laboratory.
MARINE ANIMAL REHABILITATION AND REGENERATIVE HEALING FUND (#018547)
This fund supports marine animal rehabilitation and regenerative healing research.
Ways to Give
If You Would Like More Information or Have Questions, Please Contact:
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Ellie Padgett, Assistant Director of Development (904) 201-8471 (904) 254-4719 |
For Planned Giving Opportunities contact Ellie Padgett.
Download: Whitney Laboratory Gift Planning Guide
Your Gift
All privately donated funds for the Whitney Lab are handled by the University of Florida Foundation Inc., a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization that receives, invests and administers private support for the University of Florida. Visit the Foundation web site to explore the many gift types and UF incentives.
All donations are tax deductible to the fullest extent of the law, to be counted in the calendar year donations must by made by 12/31 either online or postmarked by that date.
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Student Scholarships and Fellowships Awarded in 2023
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K-12 Students
Educated at Whitney Lab in the last three years
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Total Number of Donors and Supporters in 2023