The Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Foundation, Inc., the non-profit organization dedicated to marine animal rescue and rehabilitation, today issued a call for community and business sponsors to support its premier annual fundraiser: the C.A.R.E. on the Coast Sea TurtleFest.
Set for Saturday, April 18, 2026, at the Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, this event is the primary source of funding for the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center (Conservation, Awareness, Rehabilitation, and Education). Funds raised provide the critical medical care, resources, and staffing needed to rescue, rehabilitate, and release stranded and injured sea turtles back into the wild.
The C.A.R.E. On the Coast TurtleFest is an annual, family-friendly celebration of marine life, featuring live music, all-inclusive food and drinks, a spectacular dolphin presentation, exciting animal meet-and-greets, a silent auction, and a special showcase of the C.A.R.E. Center's life-saving work.
“Every sea turtle we rescue and treat requires immense resources—on average, over $20,000 per turtle—and the success of our C.A.R.E. Center is entirely dependent on the generosity of our community and our sponsors,” said Patrick Barry, President of the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Foundation. “Sponsoring the C.A.R.E. on the Coast is a direct investment in marine conservation. It’s a powerful way for companies and individuals to gain significant brand visibility while publicly committing to the health of our coastal ecosystems.”
Sponsorship packages offer tailored partnership opportunities that are designed to meet diverse marketing goals, providing exposure to thousands of event attendees and supporters across the Gulf Coast region. Partnership benefits can include prominent on-site recognition, media mentions, logo placement on all promotional materials, and tickets to attend this fun and impactful event, including complimentary VIP access for company representatives.
Interested businesses and organizations are encouraged to reach out immediately to secure their place as an official partner for this impactful conservation event and help ensure the Gulfarium C.A.R.E. Center can continue its vital work.
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