WE SAVE WHALES WHO SAVE THE WORLD.
Whales are critical to the health of the ocean and our planet. We need to act now to protect the ocean as if our lives depend on it – because they do.
Since 2005, Whale and Dolphin Conservation - North America has worked to ensure a future for marine mammals through science, education, and policy.
ANIMAL RESCUE
Become a member to get exclusive behind-the-scenes access to our animal rescues, how they were handled, the outcomes, learn more about specific species, and much more!
WDC’s Marine Animal Rescue and Response program covers over 300 miles of coastline and provides rapid response to marine animals* in distress.
*whales, dolphins, porpoises, and seals
EDUCATE
WDC’s education program offers immersive learning experiences that inspire the next generation of ocean stewards and foster ocean literacy.
COLLABORATE
WDC’s on-demand (ropeless) fishing gear program is a successful collaboration between government managers, fishermen, scientists, and conservationists, significantly reducing entanglement risk to endangered whales while providing essential economic benefits to fishing communities and ecological benefits to the health of our planet.
ADVOCATE
WDC’s policy program uses credible science to support long-term bipartisan solutions that maximize benefits for species while minimizing impacts to coastal communities.
SUPPORT WDC
Partnerships
Become a charity partner of WDC. WDC partners with brands looking to create a real change for whales and dolphins while engaging customers and employees in meaningful campaign.
Donate
Your donation helps WDC-NA protect marine mammals and the ocean on which we all depend. We are a 501C3 charity, Platinum rated on Candid, with over 84¢ of every dollar we receive funding our programs.
Membership
Ever wonder what it's like working in marine animal rescue? As a member of WDC, you will gain behind-the-scenes access to our strandings as we share our experiences with you quarterly.
