FESTIVAL OF WHALES FOUNDATION
EIN 46-5205128 · Wildlife Preservation & Protection (D30)
What they do
The Festival of Whales Foundation Was Created to Inform, Inspire and Impact Residents of Dana Point and Visitors From Around The World to The Annual Festival of Whales Event About The Importance of Ocean Life Protection and Preservation. The Annual Migration of The California Gray Whale Provides The Perfect Opportunity to Share This Critical Message About Protection and Preservation and Also Educate The Public On Water Quality Issues That Impact The Receiving Waters of The Pacific Ocean. The Foundation Brings Together The Greater Community of Dana Point As Well As Community Members and Non-profits From Around Southern California to Focus On These Issues and Bring Greater Awareness to The Need to Partner to Bring About A Difference In Attitude and Action. By Promoting Individual, Civic and Corporate Responsibility for Keeping Our Oceans Clean Within A Fun, Festival Atmosphere, We Are Confident That We Will Make A Difference and Spread This Important Message Far Beyond Our Own Community.
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ContactDONNA KALEZPresident
In care of% DONNA KALEZ
Mailing address34675 GOLDEN LANTERN, DANA POINT, CA 92629-2908
Main phone(888) 440-4309 WebsiteVisit the charity’s websiteSource: Form 990 public record. Confirm details with the nonprofit before visiting or sending anything.
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- Recognized since
- August 2014
- County
- Orange
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