Roundhouse Aquarium Raises More than $200K For Ocean Science Education

MANHATTAN BEACH, CA — The Roundhouse Aquarium’s initial-ever Splash Celebration this month raised extra than $200,000 that will be utilized to help marine and environmental science applications for students and guests of the aquarium.

Held on the fifth anniversary of the aquarium’s reopening, Splash welcomed almost 200 guests on May well 13 to celebrate their shared passion for ocean conservation and marine science education.

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“We had been so pleased to open our residence for this anniversary celebration,” mentioned on founding donor David McGovern. “It is an honor to continue our partnership with all of the persons who care so a great deal about the Aquarium and what it implies to the students and persons of Southern California and beyond.”

Funds raised at the occasion will funnel into educational applications that teach the science of climate adjust and its influence on the marine atmosphere, the dangers of plastic pollution and connect students with the ocean. The cash will also be utilized for expected facility upkeep, sea creature care, and enable the Roundhouse Aquarium welcome guests absolutely free of charge.

Given that the new renovations in 2018, the aquarium has welcomed extra than half a million persons to view its exhibits and marine life and educated extra than 150,00 students, some of whom had never ever observed the ocean prior to officials mentioned.

“The Roundhouse Aquarium is an iconic symbol of our neighborhood, and we’re so grateful for all the attendees who came out to help this integral monument to our atmosphere,” mentioned Michael Greenberg, founder of the Harrison Greenberg Memorial Foundation and president of Skechers USA. “It is crucial that we continue to safeguard our aquarium from the components and make sure that it remains as a center of mastering for young children for future generations.”

Following the accomplishment of the initial occasion, officials mentioned Splash will continue to be held annually.