How STCB is Funded

 

STCB is a non-profit, non-governmental organization. We raise funds through conservation and research grants, merchandise sales and from individual and business donors.

 

 

Funders

WWF logoFlagship funder 2008 – 2010

In 2008 WWF expanded its longtime presence on Bonaire by awarding a 3-year grant in support of STCB’s work in sea turtle conservation on Bonaire. This grant is administered by STINAPA Bonaire, WWF Netherlands’ local conservation partner.

Learn more about WWF’s marine turtle programs at the WWF Global web site.

 

 

2009 donors

Major funders
UNESCO
Dutch Caribbean Nature Alliance (DCNA)

 

Platinum

Marlene Robinson and Bruce Brabec

Michael and Anne Contratto

Maduro & Curiel’s Bank (Bonaire)

 

Gold

Marcel Cleerer

Robert and Robbie Revel


Silver

Kristen Harris

Co de Koning

Diane Hopkins

Bonnie and David Pascoe

Pauline Kayes

Serena Black


Bronze

Milton Best

Patrick and Hettie Holian

Lisa Ahonen

Barbel Heusinkveld

Leo Hoogenboom

Meade Lowance

 

Anonymous contributors

 

Special status

WWF has identified sea turtles as one of nine flagship species. These species not only need special measures and extra protection in order to survive, they also serve as umbrella species: helping them helps other species that live in the same habitats.

Green turtle - photo R.P. Van Dam