Florida Atlantic University’s Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute is a world leader in marine science and ocean exploration. For more than 50 years, our renowned experts have conducted solution-oriented research, with the purpose of improving the health and wellbeing of our coastal and ocean ecosystems, and serving our communities in South Florida and beyond. FAU Harbor Branch is also internationally recognized for its educational excellence and vital outreach programs. We are proud to be a resource for such a highly connected and ocean-attuned community.
In 2021, we launched the FAU Harbor Branch Benefactors Society as a dedicated platform for the community to dive deeper into our programs and mission, engage in group activities, and discover our researchers’ work from a unique vantage point. To date, more than 160 generous ocean-lovers have joined our program to help preserve and protect our blue planet for generations to come. We are grateful to our members, whose annual membership fees support our most critical needs and accelerate our ability to respond to opportunities that impact positive change. Your sustained commitment ultimately supports groundbreaking research and outstanding educational and community programs that inspire the next generation of ocean stewards.
Join our Benefactors Society
Membership Levels
Explorer $50
- Invitation to FAU Harbor Branch special events
- 10% Discount on FAU Harbor Branch Gift Shop Purchases
- Subscription to the FAU Harbor Branch newsletter
- FAU Harbor Branch decal
Innovator $100
- All benefits of Explorer, plus…
- Exclusive Access to the FAU Harbor Branch Deep Dive Lectures Mini-Series for two people
Adventurer $250
- All benefits of Innovator, plus…
- Exclusive Access to the FAU Harbor Branch Learning Luncheon for two people
- 10% Discount on FAU Harbor Branch Tours
Ambassador $500
- All benefits of Adventurer, plus…
- Special Invitation to one Behind-the-Scenes Lab Tour at FAU Harbor Branch
Society Levels
Stewards Society $1,000
- All benefits of Ambassador, plus…
- Special Invitation to two Behind-the-Scenes Lab Tours at FAU Harbor Branch
- Two complimentary tickets for the FAU Harbor Branch Tram Tour
- 20% Discount on FAU Harbor Branch Gift Shop Purchases
- 20% Discount on FAU Harbor Branch Tours
Skippers Society $2,500
- All benefits of Stewards Society, plus…
- Private Tour of FAU Harbor Branch for two people
- Two complimentary tickets for the FAU Harbor Branch Pontoon Boat Tour
Captains Society $5,000
- All benefits of Skippers Society, plus…
- Private Tour of FAU Harbor Branch for four people
- Four complimentary tickets to the FAU Harbor Branch Pontoon Boat Tour
- Bi-annual copies of FAU Magazine
Founders Society $10,000
- All benefits of Captains Society, plus…
- Private Tour of FAU Harbor Branch for six people
- Exclusive Invitation to the FAU Harbor Branch Founders Society Dinner
- Recognition in the FAU Harbor Branch newsletter and at events
- Recognition at our Ocean Discovery Visitors Center
Contact Brandon McHenry, assistant director of membership, at 772.242.2214 or HBbenefactors@fau.edu for additional information.
Donations to Florida Atlantic University Foundation, Inc., a 501(c)(3) charity, are tax-deductible as defined by law.