Meet Dani Dani Richter, Director of Philanthropy at the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, has been helping Floridians make an impact for the past five years. A Tampa Bay native, Dani grew up fishing its waters and developed a lifelong love for Florida’s unique wildlife and ecosystems. She now
Grants at Work: Students Grow Lettuce to Feed Rescued Manatees
This feelgood story has it all: dedicated teachers, eager young minds, and rescued manatees who need their help. Thanks to a $25,000 grant from our Foundation, the human heroes of this story are growing hydroponic lettuce in an after-school program to help support rescued manatees at nearby SeaWorld Orlando. Eco
Black Voices of Wild Florida with Nancy Frias
Our Foundation works to protect wild Florida and values the diverse experiences people bring to outdoor spaces. During Black History Month, we are highlighting Black voices who experience, document, and share Florida’s outdoors in meaningful ways. From behind the camera to out on the water with family, these stories reflect
Love is in the Air, Now Let’s Get Seagrass in the Water
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by sending love to your family, friends, and Florida’s manatees. Now through February 6th, 2026, we’ll send a personalized valentine to the manatee-lover of your choosing when you donate $25 to our Marine Mammal Fund. All proceeds will support seagrass and eelgrass restoration in the Sunshine State.
Flashback Florida: The Springs That Put Florida on the Map
Long before Florida became synonymous with theme parks and beach resorts, it was the springs that captured the world’s imagination. Clear, cold, and endlessly flowing from deep within the limestone beneath our feet, Florida’s springs shaped what visitors expected to find in the Sunshine State. [caption id="attachment_7665" align="alignleft" width="395"] Visitors
Watch the World Wake Up with Kaylyn Glenn
Kaylyn Glenn knows that being a parent who loves the outdoors doesn’t always look conventional. With a baby strapped to her chest, a heavy pack on her back, and boots (or bare feet) in the swamp, this single mom has learned that strength often shows up where people least expect
Protecting Florida’s Manatees From 700 Miles Away
Melodie Harris lives in Waynesboro, Virginia, but her passion for Florida’s marine mammals runs deep. Since 2022, she has been a dedicated supporter of our Marine Mammal Fund, giving to help protect manatees and the habitats they depend on. Her connection began during a beach vacation several years ago when
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Meet Dani Dani Richter, Director of Philanthropy at the Fish & Wildlife Foundation of Florida, has been helping Floridians make an impact for the past five years. A Tampa Bay native, Dani grew up fishing its waters and developed a lifelong love for Florida’s unique wildlife and ecosystems. She now
From American Icon to Ocean Ally: How the SS United States Is Getting a Second Life Beneath the Waves
Florida’s Coral Reef is facing unprecedented challenges. Rising ocean temperatures, disease outbreaks, and human impacts have taken a heavy toll on a system that protects our coastlines, supports fisheries, and fuels local economies. Addressing these challenges requires more than a single solution. Like most conservation efforts, restoring it demands a
