The Deep Dive Blog

Florida’s wildlife depends on thoughtful management and a deep understanding of how land, animals, and people are connected. Hunting plays an important role in that balance, helping manage wildlife populations while funding conservation efforts across the state. But for many people, especially those without access or mentorship, getting started can

Florida’s coastal ecosystems depend on a delicate balance. Mangroves stabilize shorelines, protect communities from storms, and provide critical habitat for fish and wildlife. Seagrass beds support entire food webs, improving water quality and sustaining fisheries. But in places like Jupiter Narrows, that balance is being disrupted. Thanks to funding from

Coral reefs are vital to Florida’s coastal ecosystems, providing habitat for marine life, supporting fisheries, and protecting shorelines. But restoring these reefs at scale comes with a surprising challenge: how to safely move corals from nurseries to restoration sites without harming them. Through our Freedom to Fail grant program, our

Florida’s spring-fed rivers are known for their clear water, abundant wildlife, and thriving fisheries. But these delicate ecosystems can change quickly when powerful storms push saltwater far inland. In 2024, our Foundation awarded a $39,015 Protect Florida Springs grant to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission’s Fish and Wildlife

Seventy percent of Florida’s land is privately owned. That means the future of our state’s wildlife depends not only on public lands, but also on the stewardship of private landowners across the landscape. Thanks to funding from our Foundation’s Conserve Wildlife specialty license plate, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation

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

Florida’s future depends on who gets invited into its wild spaces. One program is opening the door wider than ever. Thanks to funding from our Wildlife Foundation of Florida license plate, we awarded $14,000 to Healing Hometown Heroes (H3) to support a hands-on program that blends real conservation education with

Crystal River is famous for its manatees, crystal-clear water, and freshwater springs. It’s not the kind of place you'd envision meeting a shark. But that’s exactly what sparked the Crystal River Bull Shark Project, an ambitious, first-of-its-kind research effort we’re proud to support. Over the past year, researchers have captured,

On a cool April weekend, more than 600 archers gathered in Gainesville for the 2025 Florida National Archery in the Schools Program (NASP) State Tournament.  Our Foundation has supported the tournament for four years, fostering the values that archery instills: discipline, patience, and self-confidence. Our $30,000 sponsorship this year, funded