Support Our Mission
Every dollar you give goes directly to conservation projects, educational programs, and community events along the Southern California coast.
Why Your Donation Matters
Orca Child in the Wild is 100% volunteer-run. We have zero overhead: no office rent, no executive salaries. That means every single dollar you donate goes directly to protecting our oceans, educating the next generation, and building a community of young conservationists.
100% of your donation funds the mission.
Your Impact
See exactly what your donation funds. Every amount makes a real difference.
$10
Supplies for one volunteer at a beach cleanup
$25
Educational materials for a classroom presentation
$50
Water testing kit for a local waterway
$100
Sponsor a youth conservation workshop
$250
Fund a full beach cleanup event
$500
Support a month of water quality monitoring
Custom Amount
Choose your own amount. Every dollar counts.
Donations Opening Soon
We are securing federal 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS. Once it is granted, we will open online giving and your donation will be tax-deductible. In the meantime, you can still make a real difference by volunteering or reaching out to us directly.
Donor Recognition
All donors are recognized at their giving level. You can choose to remain anonymous.
Tide Pool
$1 – $49
Every drop makes a difference
Kelp Forest
$50 – $249
Growing roots for conservation
Open Ocean
$250 – $999
Making waves for change
Orca Circle
$1,000+
Leading the pod in protection
Corporate Matching
Many employers match charitable donations, effectively doubling your impact. Check with your HR department to see if your company offers a matching gift program.
Does your employer match donations?
Other Ways to Support
In-Kind Donations
We accept supplies and equipment for conservation projects. Contact us to learn what we need.
Spread the Word
Share our mission with friends, family, and on social media. Awareness is powerful.
Tax Deduction Information
Orca Child in the Wild is a California nonprofit public benefit corporation. We are currently applying for federal 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status with the IRS. Donations will become tax-deductible once that status is granted.
EIN: Pending