Adopt An Orca
DEFEND THE FUTURE
Join Our Mission to Help Turn the Tide for Our Beloved Orcas!
In 2018, the world watched in heart-wrenching silence as Tallequah, a Southern Resident Orca, carried her deceased calf for 17 agonizing days. This poignant act spotlighted the dire straits these majestic beings are in, with their numbers plummeting to just 74 due to dwindling salmon populations, rampant pollution, and the looming climate crisis.
Yet, in the face of such adversity, there are glimmers of hope. Communities are mobilizing, environmental measures are taking root, and joyfully, Tallequah has welcomed two thriving calves since then. We’re at a crossroads, and with collective determination, we can ensure a brighter future for the SROs.
Join the Orca Club and immerse yourself in the Southern Resident Orca’s world. Support Salish Sea conservation while enjoying captivating stories, exquisite artwork, and intriguing facts about a unique orca each month. Choose from six marine buddies, and receive a handcrafted digital art, adventurous tales, and an informative ID card. It’s more than adoption—it’s connection, insight, and a deep dive into the life of your chosen orca.
Here’s what you will receive
- Whale Portrait: An exclusive, hand-drawn artwork of your orca by local artist A.C. Hart.
- Orca ID Card: A comprehensive card offering key information about your orca’s lineage and unique identifiers.
- Personalized Orca Tale: A unique, whimsical tale telling the story of your individual orca.
- Early Access to Orca Times: Get the monthly Orca Times digital edition before anyone else, packed with orca stories and updates.
- Certified Wave Warrior Certificate: Personalize and Print Your Wave Warrior Recognition Certificate.
* For only $49 USD monthly, start your orca adoption journey today. Your contributions are fully tax-deductible, and you can opt out of the Orca Club subscription whenever you wish.*
Adopting an Orca might be symbolic, but the impact is real. With each adoption, you’re pouring life into the ocean, enabling the survival and growth of our majestic Orca friends.
- Supporting Sustainable Fishing
- Empowering Advocacy
- Fueling Education
Your adoption doesn’t just connect you to an Orca; it gives them a chance at a healthier, safer life. The ripple effect of your action today will resonate across the oceans, promising a brighter future for the Orcas and their home.
Your Tax Deductable Support Drives Pioneering Change
As a recognized 501(c)(3) organization, we’re on a mission to redefine marine conservation.
By joining the orca club, not only do your donations become tax-deductible, but they also fuel our ambitious goal: raising $1 million for essential habitat restoration and enlightening 10,000 families about the challenges faced by the SROs. Dive in, and be part of the change.
Beyond Adoption: Uniting Art and Storytelling
Our symbolic adoptions are anything but average! Teaming up with whale experts and researchers, we’ve learned about each of the 74 unique whales and their traits. Then, we went the extra mile, enlisting local artist, A.C. Hart, to craft spirited watercolor portraits that truly bring our finned friends to life.
We didn’t stop there, our in-house author used these artworks as inspiration to weave engaging tales about each orca.
For the first time, we’ve crafted an immersive experience that allows the entire family to explore and understand the world of the SROs together, sparking a lifelong commitment to safeguarding our invaluable planet.
- Delight in our enchanting Orca Tales as a family
- Dive into learning: Discover unique facts about your adopted whale
- Build your Orca Family: Collect a new whale each month
- Engage in Wave Warrior events for fun and learning
- Lead the wave: Organize your own Wave Warrior meet-up for your local community
Meet the Wave Warrior Founding Team
The Wave Warriors Collection is created to raise awareness and generate support for the Salish Center for Sustainable Fishing Method, a 501 c (3) Non profit.
Riley Starks: Executive Director
Lifelong commercial fisherman with deep ties to the Lummi Island community. Passionate educator about sustainable fishing.
Larry Mellum: President
Founder of the award-winning Pike Place Chowder and a dedicated advocate for sustainable seafood and marine habitat restoration.
Rachel Wilkins: Marketing Director
TIMEPieces Council Member, Social Advocate, Co-Founder of Conception Arts, Published Author, and Top 100 Podcaster.
A.C. Hart: Multidisciplinary Artist, and Beneficial Change Maker
Award-winning public speaker, author/illustrator of FlowSong, and creator of the revolutionary Transformational Tuning technique.
Eli Harris: Technical Director
Technology systems architect, integration specialist, e-Commerce integrator, and web services expert
Linda Campbell: Multimedia Designer
Graphic Design, and Web Design and Development.
FAQ
Q1: What does “symbolic adoption” mean?
A1: Symbolic adoption means you financially support the care, preservation, and research efforts for the orcas rather than physically adopting one. Your funds contribute to the overall well-being of the Southern Resident Orcas and the Salish Sea ecosystem.
Q2: How much does it cost to adopt an orca?
A2: The cost can vary based on the package you select. Each level of adoption provides different benefits and contributions towards our cause. Please refer to our website for detailed pricing.
Q3: How does my adoption contribution help the orcas?
A3: Your adoption contribution directly supports our work in habitat restoration, educational programs, and advocacy for sustainable practices. It helps ensure the Southern Resident Orcas’ survival and the Salish Sea’s health.
Q4: Can I adopt an orca as a gift for someone else?
A4: Absolutely! Adopting an orca as a gift is a wonderful way to show you care about both the recipient and the environment. You can choose to have the adoption certificate and other materials sent directly to the recipient.
Q5: Can I adopt more than one orca?
A5: Yes, you can choose to adopt multiple orcas. You could even adopt the entire Super Pod with our premium adoption packages!
Q6: How long does the adoption last?
A6: The adoption is symbolic and lasts for one year. However, we encourage you to renew your support annually to continue contributing to the wellbeing of the Southern Resident Orcas and their habitat.
Q7: Will I receive updates about my adopted orca?
A7:As an adopter, you’ll receive periodic updates about the SROs and our overall conservation efforts via The Orca Times.
Q8: Can I choose which orca to adopt?
A8: Each month, we feature six orcas for adoption. You can choose from these or, with our Super Pod package, adopt all six at once!
Q9: What will I receive when I adopt an orca?
A9: As a symbolic adopter, you’ll receive a personalizable adoption certificate, a digital print of your orca beautifully illustrated by our resident artist, a unique story about your orca, an orca indo card, and exclusive access to Wave Warrior events.
Q10: I don’t live in the U.S. can I still adopt an orca?
A10: Yes, we welcome and appreciate international support. Please note that certain benefits, like event participation, might be delivered differently based on your location.