The Marine Mammal Center2019年CSR報告.pdf

1、Fiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgInspired by a growing needThe ocean is in trouble.From the depletion of fish stocks to increasing ocean temperatures,human activity threatens marine ecosystems that are vital to the health of our ocean and all life on earth.The Marine Mammal Cente

2、r is a critical first responder to these threats and a leader in the field of ocean conservation through our work in marine mammal rescue,science and education.Marine mammals are ecosystem indicators,and the health of these animals provides insights into human and ocean health threats.Together,we ar

3、e taking action today to support a network of scientists and stewards to protect our shared ocean environment for future generations.Accomplished by a dedicated communityThroughout the course of October 2018 to September 2019,more than 1,650 volunteers recorded over 165,371 hours in service to the C

4、enters mission.Made possible by supporters like youMore than 90 percent of our funding comes from charitable gifts contributed by individuals,foundations and corporations.None of this life-saving work is possible without people like you.OUR MISSIONThe Marine Mammal Center advances global ocean conse

5、rvation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation,scientific research,and education.Fiscal Year 2019 IMPACT REPORTGuided and inspired by a shared vision of a healthy ocean for marine mammals and humans alikeTHE MARINE MAMMAL CENTEROctober 2018 September 2019Mahalo for your generous support tha

6、t helps advance our school and youth programs.These programs empower teachers and their students to take action for our ocean and for the endangered Hawaiian monk seal.Wendy Marks,M.Ed.School&Youth Programs Manager,Hawaii Your support is key in the diagnosis,care and recovery of the many patients th

7、at come to the Center.Thank you for making it possible.Jesierose PoblacionLab Scientist Your support protects the whales,dolphins and porpoises that live in San Francisco Bay.Thanks for supporting our research that helps them stay safe in their new urban habitat.Tim Markowitz,Ph.D.Cetacean Field Res

8、earch CoordinatorIn our 45 years of saving marine mammals,our work has never been more relevant and urgent.Our ocean needs the Center,and we need you.Your generous support makes our impact possible,and you inspire us all.Thank you.Jeff Boehm,DVM,Dipl.ACAWChief Executive Officer Reflections on growth

9、 and gratitudeFiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgThank you for advancing the Centers impact and supporting its growth.Your passion for our ocean and marine mammals is what fuels this critical work.Cecily MajerusChair of the Board of Directors From the phones we answer in our dispat

10、ch office,to the nets in the hands of our responders and the vehicles we drive to transport our patients,your support helps the Center respond to stranded animals.On behalf our patients and everyone at the Center,thank you!John BeltranDispatch&Rescue Volunteer ADVANCING GLOBAL OCEAN CONSERVATION The

11、 Marine Mammal Center rescues and rehabilitates sick and injured marine mammals at our state-of-the-art veterinary facilities by engaging a dedicated workforce and a supportive community.ANIMAL CAREOne of three areas of focus in our mission to advance global ocean conservationHighlights of our anima

12、l care impacts from October 2018 to September 2019,made possible by your support:Performed the first CT scan,with partners like NOAA,on a wild Hawaiian monk seal known as RH38.The CT scan allowed experts to resolve her complex diagnosis and begin a treatment regimen that led to a successful release

13、back into the wild.Supported marine mammal response groups from around the world,providing training and resources from our renowned experts in places like Russia,Mexico and Alaska.Rescued over 320 sea lion adults and pups over the span of just two months,treating them for starvation and domoic acid

14、toxicosis due to changing ocean conditions.Celebrated Medical Director Dr.Cara Field,who became a diplomate in Aquatic Animal Medicine after passing the American College of Zoological Medicine board exama rare accomplishment as only about 40 other people hold this specialized certification.Fiscal Ye

15、ar 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgNOAA permit#18786The Marine Mammal Center learns from the patients in our care and contributes to scientific understanding of the changing health of our ocean,taking action to address ocean threats and save endangered species.SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH One of thr

16、ee areas of focus in our mission to advance global ocean conservationHighlights of our scientific research impacts from October 2018 to September 2019,made possible by your support:Contributed 19 scientific research papers to peer-reviewed journals and conducted 80 ongoing research projects in which

17、 we partnered with scientists around the world on collaborative research that utilizes samples or data collected by the Center.Performed 565 necropsies and processed 2,280 specimens,such as blood,tissue and fur samples,to identify diseases and pathogens,investigate the reasons why marine mammals str

18、and and determine how these factors are connected to ecosystem and human health.Responded to an Unusual Mortality Event for gray whales,investigating 15 gray whale strandings and discovering that several deaths were due to malnutrition and ship strikesa finding that was reported in The Washington Po

19、st.Added a Cetacean Field Research program,a group of top researchers who focus on extending protections for whales,dolphins and porpoises to address negative human interactions,like ship strikes,through scientific field research and our community science portal,where citizens submitted 34 reports o

20、f cetacean sightings.Fiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgThe Marine Mammal Center leads as a teaching hospital by training veterinary professionals locally and internationally,and inspiring future ocean stewards through innovative school and public education programs.EDUCATION One o

21、f three areas of focus in our mission to advance global ocean conservationSupported more than 150 current and emerging professionals from all over the world at our teaching hospital led by the Centers world-class team of experts.Received 2019 Superintendents Award for Excellence in Museum Education

22、in honor of our Next Generation Science Standard-connected middle-school program,Ocean Ambassadors.This award recognizes outstanding achievements in California museum programs that serve K-12 students and educators.Expanded our middle school marine science and ocean conservation programs,Ocean Ambas

23、sadors and N Kkua o ke Kai,collectively serving more than 4,445 middle school students at a pivotal time in their development.Provided approximately 250,000 teaching hours through education programs like Ocean Ambassadors and N Kkua o ke Kai,and community outreach events in California and Hawaii the

24、 equivalent of teaching 24 hours per day,365 days per year,for over 28 years.Highlights of our education impact from October 2018 to September 2019,made possible by your support:Fiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgThe Marine Mammal Center sincerely appreciates and proudly recognizes

25、 the generous support received from donors who are helping ensure a healthy ocean for marine mammals and humans alike.Careful stewardship of these financial resources is key to increasing our impact in the face of ongoing marine mammal health threats and a rapidly changing ocean environment.FINANCIA

26、L SUMMARY Statement of Financial Position as of September 30,2019Assets Cash and cash equivalents$119,359Restricted cash$373,528Investments$12,516,557Accounts receivable$450,720Contributions receivable$1,727,186Prepaid expenses and other assets$372,391Property and equipment,net$25,540,526Total Asset

27、s$41,100,267LiabilitiesAccounts payable and accrued expenses$1,024,616Deferred revenue$152,124Capital lease obligations$132,351Total Liabilities$1,309,091Net AssetsWithout donor restrictions$35,446,823With donor restrictions$4,344,353icted$626,209 Total Net Assets$39,791,176Total Liabilities and Net

28、 Assets$41,100,267Fiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMammalCenter.orgFINANCIAL SUMMARY ContinuedAudited financial statements for fiscal year 2019 are available at The Marine Mammal Centers administrative office and on our website at MarineMammalCenter.org.Fiscal Year 2019 Impact Report|MarineMamma

29、lCenter.orgStatement of Activities for the year ended September 30,2019Support and Revenue Contributions and grants$8,402,031 53%Bequests$5,212,278 33%Federal,state and local government service contracts$728,568 5%Education program fees and retail revenue$611,457 4%Other revenue$523,365 3%Donated ma

30、terials,services and equipment$335,049 2%Total Support and Revenue$15,812,748ExpensesVeterinary science programs$8,282,528 58%Educational programs$3,284,104 22%Fundraising$2,076,827 14%Management and general$1,203,270 6%Total Expenses$14,846,729Change in Net Assets$966,019Fiscal Year 2019THE MARINE

31、MAMMAL CENTEROUR WORKWe rescue and rehabilitate sick and injured marine mammals at our state-of-the-art veterinary facilities by engaging a dedicated workforce and a supportive community.We learn from the patients in our care and contribute to scientific understanding of the changing health of our o

32、cean,taking action to address ocean threats and save endangered species.We lead as a teaching hospital by training veterinary professionals locally and internationally,and inspiring future ocean stewards through innovative school and public education programs.Photo Credits:Bill Hunnewell,Elena Graham,Bill Keener,and Laura Sherr The Marine Mammal Center