top of page
Project Discovery

about

Who we are

Mission:

To inspire environmental stewardship through hands-on learning and exploration of San Francisco Bay ecosystems.

Vision Statement:

A future where every individual is deeply connected to marine life, fostering a culture of ecological responsibility.

Values:

We will continue to build a flexible, RESILIENT organization, ensuring adaptable leadership, and encouraging self-sufficient teams, while delivering our programs with passion, excitement and commitment to our communities.

We will uphold the highest standards of INTEGRITY by demonstrating fairness, transparency, and accountability in our work. Guided by our moral compass, we will act with honesty, responsibility, and respect, fostering trust within our team and the communities we serve.

We will strive to create lasting SOCIAL IMPACT by empowering communities through marine science education, conservation, and advocacy. Through environmental stewardship and inspired action, we drive positive change for our oceans and future generations.

 

We will continue to build an INCLUSIVE organization, ensuring access to culturally relevant, meaningful environmental education programs, and accommodating all participants.

Marine Science Institute needs your support. Creating affordable, high quality, and engaging curriculum is only possible because of our amazing donors. Join our cause and make your tax-deductible donation today!

Marine research vessel in tranquil waters.png

Marine Science Institute's mission is to inspire environmental stewardship through hands-on learning and exploration of San Francisco Bay ecosystems.

facebook link
instagram link
YouTube fish logo 2023.png
yelp link
linkin link
X fish logo.png

ADDRESS

500 Discovery Parkway

Redwood City, CA 94063

info@sfbaymsi.org

Tel: (650)364-2760

Click here for directions

To inspire environmental stewardship through hands-on learning and exploration of San Francisco Bay ecosystems.

Thank you to our current grantors who have supported us with more than $25,000

Applied Materials Foundation
California Coastal Commission
Cargill
Central Contra Costa Sanitary District
Cisco Systems Foundation
City of Palo Alto - Watershed Protection Act
Contra Costa Water District
Dan and Margaret Lesher Foundation
Delta Diablo
Golden State Water Company
Hannig Sail it Forward Foundation
Joseph and Vera Long Foundation
Marathon Petroleum
Matson Foundation
Pacific Gas & Electric
Peter and Paula Uccelli
Port of Redwood City
Sand Hill Foundation
Gordon and Betty Moore Foundation

Marine Science Institute is a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
Federal Tax ID# 94-1719649

 © 2026 Marine Science Institute
All Rights Reserved  

bottom of page