New York Gala 2023 Program by Oceana Communications

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September 19, 2023

Cover artwork by Susan Rockefeller

Save the Ocean, Protect Your Passion

- Liz Clark, sailor, surfer, and environmentalist

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Welcome to Oceana’s 10th Annual New York Gala

We are thrilled that you have joined us tonight! Thanks to your generosity, the New York Gala has raised more than $13 million over the past 10 years to support Oceana’s mission. This evening we celebrate Oceana’s victories over the last year while honoring Arcadia and Leonardo DiCaprio.

Arcadia is a charitable foundation that works to protect nature, preserve cultural heritage, and promote open access to knowledge. Since 2002, Arcadia has awarded more than $1 billion to organizations around the world and has been instrumental in Oceana’s successful campaigns to protect and restore ocean abundance.

Leonardo DiCaprio has been a partner to Oceana for more than a decade. Notably, he helped Oceana, Google and SkyTruth launch our innovative vessel tracking system, Global Fishing Watch. His foundation provided the initial funding needed to make the platform a reality, and then he introduced it to the world at the Our Ocean conference in Washington, DC in 2016.

We are so pleased to recognize his steadfast commitment to a healthy, abundant marine ecosystem.

We know that saving marine habitat is key to maintaining ocean biodiversity, rebuilding fisheries, safeguarding the economies of coastal communities, and combating the worst impacts of climate change. Oceana is working with our partners to reach and surpass the global goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030. Since we last met, Oceana has helped establish new marine protected areas (MPAs) in Chile and the United States, and strengthened protections for existing MPAs in Spain, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Ocean abundance is achievable. Scientific fishery management, habitat protection and transparency are key policy levers that drive this outcome. You will have a chance tonight to celebrate our latest victories for a healthy ocean.

We have a terrific night ahead of us. We know you will leave feeling inspired and with a renewed dedication to supporting Oceana’s campaigns to save our seas.

For the oceans, Susan and David Rockefeller

New York Gala Chairs

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Arcadia

Arcadia is a charitable foundation that works to protect nature, preserve cultural heritage and promote open access to knowledge. Since 2002 Arcadia has awarded more than $1 billion to organizations around the world.

Arcadia’s environment programme aims to protect the natural diversity of the world. Its grants help to safeguard and restore unique and biodiverse areas of land and sea.

Leonardo DiCaprio

Leonardo DiCaprio is an Academy Award® winning actor (and six-time nominee), who has been recognized for his work as an actor, producer, and activist. DiCaprio has been a longtime champion of global

environmental issues including climate change, wildlife conservation, access to clean water, protecting biodiversity, marine conservation and supporting Indigenous communities. To date, through his philanthropic efforts, DiCaprio has provided more than $100 million in grants to a variety of programs and projects.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, in 2020, DiCaprio helped launch America’s Food Fund alongside Laurene Powell Jobs, Apple, Ford Foundation and Oprah Winfrey, which raised over $45 million for hunger-relief organizations including Feeding America and World Central Kitchen, the largest GoFundMe in history.

DiCaprio is a co-founder of Earth Alliance, an organization working at the intersection of climate and creativity to inspire action. He’s

also a co-founder of Re:wild, an organization working to protect and restore the diversity of life on Earth.

In September 2014, DiCaprio was designated as a United Nations Messenger of Peace for his longstanding commitment to environmentawl activism. That same month, DiCaprio was honored with the Clinton Global Citizen Award, participated in history’s largest climate march in New York City, and addressed the UN Summit. In January 2016, DiCaprio was awarded a Crystal Award by the World Economic Forum for his work bringing global attention to the urgent need to address climate change.

DiCaprio also serves on the boards of Natural Resources Defense Council and International Fund for Animal Welfare.

Honoree

Ted Danson

To most, Ted Danson is known for TV and movie acting roles, but for those in the conservation movement, he is much more famous for his work as a passionate ocean advocate and Oceana spokesman. The son of an archaeologist and anthropologist, Ted grew up understanding that cultures leave an imprint on the Earth and that some legacies are indelible, for better or for worse.

Despite growing up in landlocked Flagstaff, Arizona, Ted grew an affinity for the water through years of routine pilgrimages to visit family in California. His call to action came years later, during his tenure as Sam Malone on “Cheers,” when living in Santa Monica

Sam Waterston

As a member of Oceana’s board of directors, Waterston brings to the organization a wealth of talent and resources in support of Oceana’s programming and mission.

“I’ve loved the ocean all my life,” explained Waterston. “As a New Englander, I’ve seen the nasty effects of fisheries collapses on the life of

he saw a sign at the beach reading, “Water polluted, no swimming.” “Trying to explain that to my kid was hard,” he remembers, “It got me questioning a lot of things.”

Shortly thereafter, Ted met environmental lawyer Bob Sulnick and become involved in a movement to prevent drilling for oil wells in Santa Monica. Buoyed up by the victory, Danson accelerated his involvement by helping create the American Oceans Campaign in 1987, which eventually became Oceana in 2001.

In the last two decades, Ted has been complemented by his staunch ocean advocacy, appearing in public service announcements, appealing to donors and testifying to the government on

the condition of our oceans. He is on Oceana’s Board of Directors. He and his wife, actress Mary Steenburgen, continue to fight on our oceans’ behalf.

seaside towns. Scientists now warn us that unless we do something, the world is on a path to global fishery collapses by mid-century, a calamity of mindboggling proportions we can still avert. The time to act is now, which is why I’m very happy to be working with an organization as effective as Oceana.”

Waterston was born in 1940 in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where his father was a language teacher and his mother was a landscape painter. He attended preparatory schools Brooks and Groton before earning a scholarship to Yale University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in 1962. Later that year, Waterston made his New York debut at the Phoenix Theater in “Oh Dad, Poor Dad, Mama’s Hung You in the Closet and I’m Feelin’ So Sad.”

Over the next four decades, Waterston’s career goes on to include

a plethora of film and television credits as well as repeated returns to the stage. His trophy case includes television awards such as the Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild and theater awards like the OBIE and Drama Desk. Other accolades include an Academy Award nomination for his role as journalist Sydney Schanberg in 1984’s “The Killing Fields” and six Emmy Award nominations for his roles in “I’ll Fly Away” and “Law & Order.”

“We are very grateful for Sam’s help,” noted Oceana’s chief executive officer Andrew Sharpless. “He gets it. He has closely followed the drumbeat of scientific reports about the rapid depletion of life in our oceans. Everyone recognizes and trusts him. He is a huge help for our campaigns to bring the world’s oceans back from the brink of irreversible collapse.”

Master of Ceremonies

Special Guest

Rakiem Walker Project

The Rakiem Walker Project (RWP) is a collective of musicians including GLR¥A, a vocalist with a signature Harlem sound. This gifted crew deliver high energy, electrifying performances and have been featured in The New York Times, The Guardian and Bon Appetit. The founder, Rakiem Walker, is an accomplished saxophonist, arranger, and producer. He was the music director for Teddy Riley, Camron,

GLR¥A

GLR¥A is a four and half octave songstress who has shared the stage with Rihanna, Jennifer Hudson, Deborah Cox, and Patti LaBelle. She has performed in some of New York’s most recognized hot spots including Chef Marcus Samuelsson’s Red Rooster, Melba Wilson’s Melba’s Restaurant, The Seville, and Gurney’s Montauk and Soho House -The Dumbo Location. You may have heard her in advertisements for Chanel, Gucci, IBM and Mastercard. Classically trained by vocal coach

Musical Guest

Eric Benet, Melba Moore, Freddie Jackson, CL Smooth, and Timbuktu (Sweden’s major artist). Rakiem also worked with and played saxophone for Roy Ayers, Gil Scott Heron, The RZA, SWV, Keith Sweat, Dipset, and the Lehman College graduate big band. He is a voting member of the Recording Academy, and the owner of Walker Entertainment Group (WEG), distributed by SONY.

legend Dr. Lena McLin (who trained Chaka Khan and Jennifer Hudson), GLR¥A first taught herself by copying the pitch of greats like Aretha Franklin and Minnie Ripperton and Mariah Carey. Patti LaBelle herself likened GLR¥A to Whitney Houston. GLR¥A has several Grammy nods as a background vocalist and she’s also a skilled songwriter, arranger, and producer. Her upcoming album will be released by Sony/Orchard/WhatevaOK and Walker Entertainment Group.

Musical Guest

Susan and David Rockefeller

Thank you for your leadership and unwavering commitment to Oceana’s mission of protecting the world’s oceans and for making the New York Gala a continued success.

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Jonas Von Werne

Special thanks to our dedicated Co-Chairs and Vice-Chairs for making Oceana’s 2023 New York Gala a success! We are filled with gratitude for all you do.

Co-Chairs

Susan and David Rockefeller

Bloomberg Philanthropies

Kelly and James Hallman

Jena King

Melony and Adam Lewis

Dede McMahon

Regina and John Scully

Sue and Edgar Wachenheim, III

Vice-Chairs

Anonymous

Monique Bär

Barbara Cohn

Kay and Frank Fernandez

Agnes Gund

Andrew Sabin

Gretchen and James Sandler

Nancy and Simon Sidamon-Eristoff

Jean and Tim Weiss

Linda and Larry Weiss

Leslie and Robert Zemeckis

Mercedes Zobel

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Oceana sincerely thanks our Presenting Partner and Sponsors in helping to protect and restore ocean abundance.

Presenting Partner

Blancpain

Atlantic Ocean Sponsors

Susan and David Rockefeller

Pacific Ocean Sponsors

Jena King

Indian Ocean Sponsors

Bloomberg Philanthropies

Kelly and James Hallman

Melony and Adam Lewis

Dede McMahon

Regina and John Scully

Arctic Ocean Sponsors

Anonymous

Monique Bär

Blancpain

Barbara Cohn

Anonymous

Gaz Alazraki

T.A. Barron

Herbert M. Bedolfe, III

Laura Louise Breyer

The Burt Family Foundation

Lauren and Elliot Cafritz

The Kristina and William Catto Foundation

Jo Champa

Diana Cohn

William Corwin

Anita Cosgrove, Human Longevity

Dropps

Agnes Gund

Andrew Sabin

Gretchen and James Sandler

Nancy and Simon Sidamon-Eristoff

Supporters

Susanne Forsyth

Carol and Paul Fremont-Smith

Dolly and Jack Geary

María Eugenia Girón

Gray Whale Gin

Adelaide Horton and John Fraley

Marion Hunt

Kalliope Karella

Stephen Lash

Celine McDonald and Vin Cipolla

Mendes Wood DM

The Moore Charitable Foundation

Moroccanoil

AS OF 9/5/23

Jean and Tim Weiss

Linda and Larry Weiss

Leslie and Robert Zemeckis

Mercedes Zobel

Tracy Nixon

Elias Sacal

Alexis Sant

Keri Selig and Keith Addis

Epp Sonin

Diana Thomson

Zachary Turner

Elizabeth Wahler

Jennifer and Gordon Wangers

The Waterloo Foundation

Bettina and Raoul Witteveen

Rosanne Ziering

Oceans of gratitude to our Auction Donors and Underwriters for your continued support of Oceana’s goal of healthy, vibrant oceans.

Underwriters

Auction Donors

Sam Waterston

Thank you to our Supporters

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your unwavering support. Tonight, we honor you for your commitment and dedication to making a difference for our oceans and our planet.

Photo by David Clode

Protecting Underwater Treasures

Oceana’s expeditions are preserving important ocean habitats

During its expedition to Panaon Island in the Philippines, Oceana observed more than half the coral reefs in very good condition.

© Oceana / Danny Ocampo

Oceana has conducted over 55 expeditions to some of the farthest reaches of the world’s oceans.

“Being on the water allows us to capture the data and images we need to make these necessary habitat protections vividly real to policymakers,” Oceana CEO Andrew Sharpless says.

Oceana’s expeditions have helped protect nearly 4 million square miles of ocean habitat, supporting the global goal of protecting 30% of the ocean by 2030 (read more about this in the Spring 2023 issue of Oceana Magazine). In 2000, less than 1% of the waters off the countries where Oceana currently operates were protected. Today, about 17% of their waters are now protected.

In recent years, Oceana’s campaigns have taken researchers from the deep-sea waters off the coast of Southern California all the way to a coral oasis surrounding Panaon Island in the Philippines.

Deep-Sea Corals Protected in Southern California Waters

The living seafloor of Southern California relies on healthy coral gardens, sponge beds, and rocky reefs for habitat, breeding, feeding, nurseries, and survival. Earlier this year, more than 600 square miles of this habitat were protected from all bottom fishing, including almost half of the area’s known deep-sea corals. These areas include coral and sponge ecosystems that were first discovered by Oceana during a 2016 scientific expedition. Using high-definition cameras inside a remotely operated vehicle (ROV), Oceana scientists documented many exciting finds that helped inform and advance the long-term conservation and management of these fragile, deep-sea habitats.

In addition to these new protections, the Pacific Fishery Management Council voted to reopen more than 4,500 square miles of Southern California ocean waters to recreational and nontrawl commercial gear used to catch groundfish. The entire area remains closed to bottom trawling – a fishing practice where huge nets are dragged for miles along the seafloor, bulldozing everything in their path. These changes are a win-win for fishing communities and ocean biodiversity and are the result of a unique collaboration between recreational and commercial fishermen, Oceana, and the California Department of Fish and Wildlife, who worked together to design the new conservation areas.

Brittle stars, feather stars, gorgonian coral, sponge, and squat lobster nestled on the deep-sea floor in Southern California waters. During a 2016 expedition, Oceana researchers were the first to discover some coral and sponge ecosystems in this area.

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“Freezing the Footprint” in the Gulf of Alaska

Much farther north, another team of Oceana researchers explored the Gulf of Alaska’s seafloor. The team observed Alaskan wildlife, from Kodiak brown bears walking along the shoreline, to sea otters, fin whales, and fur seals swimming offshore. Using a ROV to inspect the seafloor in areas up to 3,300 feet deep, researchers discovered coral gardens teeming with life and recorded damaged seafloor and broken or missing corals. This damage was the result of bottom trawling.

The Gulf of Alaska is the last major region along the west coasts of the U.S. and Canada that remains open to bottom trawling. Oceana is now using the expedition’s discoveries to campaign for “freezing the footprint” of bottom trawling, preventing this destructive fishing method from expanding into untouched areas.

A Treasure Trove in Scorpion Reef

Alacranes ‘Scorpion’ Reef lies 90 miles north of the Yucatán Peninsula, a 10-hour boat ride from the coast. Because of its remote location compared to other reefs in the Caribbean and Gulf of Mexico, Alacranes has remained relatively untouched.

To venture to this area, Oceana put together a team of scientists,

videographers, and a representative from expedition partner Blancpain. While evaluating the state of the reefs and fish in the area, the crew found a treasure trove of rich corals and marine life. The team used innovative photomosaic techniques to make detailed 3D maps of the seabed.

Despite its secluded location, Alacranes Reef still faces its share of threats. The Oceana team found old-growth colonies of elkhorn and staghorn coral that were wiped out by diseases. Some pathogens remain an ongoing issue. Lionfish, an invasive species, were documented everywhere visited and pose an existential threat to many species of native fish.

The team also spotted several boats illegally fishing, suggesting a lack of enforcement in the park. Oceana is campaigning to boost protections in Alacranes Reef and protect nearby reef, Bajos del Norte. The goal is to either declare it a separate protected area, or absorb it into the Alacranes Reef national park.

A bat star, hydrocoral, and an anemone on the Alaskan seafloor.

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A sea fan in Alacranes Reef. Oceana explored this national reserve in Mexico to document the health of the corals and gather data on other marine life in the area.

© Oceana/Carlos Aguilera

Oceana and its allies have won nearly 70 victories that protect important marine habitats. Recent victories include:

Brazil’s Supreme Court upholds ban on bottom trawling in Rio Grande do Sul

Deep-sea corals and seafloor habitats protected in Southern California and Oregon waters

Chile creates a new marine protected area, Pisagua Sea

Chile rejects Dominga mining project, protects marine life and the important Humboldt region

German and Dutch marine protected areas closed to destructive fishing gear

Over 5,600 square miles of deep-sea habitats protected from bottom trawling in the northeast Atlantic

Marine reserve expanded in Spain’s Balearic Islands

Philippines government protects marine ecosystems and fishers from harmful coastal development projects

Over 25,000 square miles of U.S. New England deepsea corals protected from destructive fishing

Scotland creates a new marine protected area

More than 140,000 square miles of U.S. West Coast seafloor habitat protected from destructive fishing

Protecting Pisagua

Pisagua Bay is situated in northern Chile in the Tarapacá region. Little was known about Pisagua until Oceana and the Universidad Arturo Prat conducted four expeditions to the area in recent years. Over the course of its explorations, Oceana found rich biodiversity, including an abundance of krill, prawns, and young fish taking refuge among macroalgae forests. Larger animals like fish, mammals, and birds reproduce in this region, and Chile’s most important commercial fish – anchovies – release their eggs here. Data gathered during these expeditions made a strong case for developing a new marine protected area (MPA).

Pisagua’s abundance nourishes the local economy and the livelihoods of the community. Oceana collaborated directly with Pisagua artisanal fishers when developing a proposal for the MPA to ensure it would also benefit their community. In January 2023, ‘Pisagua Sea’ was officially protected, making it the first in Chile to preserve not only marine habitat and species, but also protect local artisanal fishers.

When Oceana started campaigning in Chile 17 years ago, less than 1% of its ocean was protected. Now, with MPAs in place, 43% of Chile’s waters are protected.

Coral Paradise in Panaon

In 2020, Oceana observed the coral-rich waters surrounding Panaon Island in the Philippines. This small island in the Southern Leyte province is part of the 50 Reefs Initiative, which, according to the initiative, are reefs that have “the potential of surviving the impacts of climate change and the ability to help repopulate neighboring reefs over time.” During the 21-day expedition, Oceana found that more than half of the coral reefs surrounding the island were in very good condition. Fish populations in the area were found to be diverse and abundant, as were seagrasses and mangroves.

While these reefs are thriving now, they face many risks that jeopardize their future. During the expedition, scientists found evidence of illegal and destructive fishing, and plastic pollution. These threats, along with the intensifying impacts of climate change, are why Oceana is campaigning for a national law declaring the reefs and marine ecosystems of Panaon Island a marine protected area.

“Oceana is grateful for our supporters who have helped us complete many successful expeditions and win habitat victories around the world,” Sharpless adds. “We know

protecting ocean habitat is key to restoring fisheries abundance, protecting livelihoods, and combating the worst impacts of the climate crisis.”

We know protecting ocean habitat is key to restoring fisheries abundance, protecting livelihoods, and combating the worst impacts of the climate crisis.

– Andrew Sharpless, Oceana CEO

© Oceana/Danny Ocampo

Oceana is campaigning for the waters surrounding Panaon Island in the Philippines to become a national protected area so these coral reefs can thrive into the future. Opposite page: A humpback whale and calf breach the waters near Pisagua, Chile. Oceana conducted four expeditions to this area and its findings were key to establishing a marine protected area in January 2023.

VICTORIES

TOGETHER WITH OUR ALLIES:

2023

JUNE

• Brazil’s Supreme Court Upholds Ban on Bottom Trawling in Rio Grande do Sul

• Public Database in the Philippines Increases Transparency at Sea

• New Law in US State of Maine Sets Density Limits for Future Salmon Farmss

MAY

• Newly Approved Innovative Fishing Gear Will Reduce Bycatch off U.S. West Coast

• European Commission Releases Public Database Disclosing Activities of EU Vessels Fishing Outside of EU Waters

• Peru Passes New Law to Protect its Oceans and Artisanal Fishers

• New Laws in U.S. State of Oregon Prohibit Plastic Foam and Enable Refill Systems

APRIL

• New law in Washington state reduces plastic waste.

MARCH

• Mexico joins the port state measures agreement to address illegal fishing.

• Brazil’s Museum of Tomorrow becomes a plastic-free zone.

• Panama commits to reducing plastic pollution.

• Deep-sea corals and seafloor habitats are protected in U.S. Pacific waters.

FEBRUARY

• The European Commission calls for a ban on bottom trawling in all Marine Protected Areas by 2030.

• Oceana defends EU Policy to rebuild fisheries.

JANUARY

• Chile designates Pisagua Sea, as new Marine Protected Area.

• Chile rejects Dominga Mining Project.

• New York City limits single-use plastic utensils.

• New Chile law increases transparency in salmon farming.

2022

DECEMBER

• Amazon publicly reports on their plastic packaging footprint for the first time.

• German and Dutch Marine Protected Areas are closed to destructive fishing gear.

• Shark fin trade banned in the United States.

• The two largest cities in California ban plastic foam.

• United States protects whales, dolphins, and sea turtles from deadly drift gillnets.

NOVEMBER

• Mediterranean countries agree to mandatory disclosure of vessels allowed to fish in restricted areas.

• Dow Jones agrees to integrate illegal, unregulated, and unreported vessel checks into its risk screening systems.

• World leader in satellite communications Inmarsat stops services to vessels engaging in illegal fishing.

• A new international rule requires countries to investigate and deter companies from working with illegal, unreported, and unregulated fishing vessels.

• The U.S. Food and Drug Administration requires seafood traceability from landing to the final point of sale.

• Peru protects sharks and other marine life from illegal trafficking.

OCTOBER

• Brazil’s leading food delivery service, iFood, commits to additional single-use plastic reductions.

SEPTEMBER

• Spain penalizes fishing vessels for turning off public tracking devices.

• Over 14,600 square kilometers of deep-sea habitats protected from bottom fishing in the Northeast Atlantic.

• Marine reserve expanded in Spain’s Balearic Islands.

AUGUST

• Chilean court rules in favor of Oceana, orders salmon farming company to release antibiotics data.

JUNE

• California enacts the boldest plastic pollution reduction policy in the nation.

• Canada eliminates the production, sale, and export of six types of ocean-polluting single-use plastics.

• The U.S. Department of the Interior announces a phase-out of single-use plastics in national parks, including 88 ocean and coastal parks.

APRIL

• Maine rejects permit for a huge salmon farm off the coast of Acadia national park.

• Canada sets new safeguards to rebuild fish stocks.

• New at-sea monitoring requirements will strengthen accountability and abundance in Northeast U.S. groundfish fishery.

Sam Waterston, Chair

Actor/Activist

María Eugenia Girón, Vice Chair Business Leader

Diana Thomson, Treasurer

The Nikita Foundation

James Sandler, Secretary The Sandler Foundation

Keith Addis, President

Industry Entertainment Partners

Gary "Gaz" Alazraki

Alazraki Entertainment

Herbert M. Bedolfe, III Marisla Foundation

Ted Danson

Actor/Activist

Nicholas Davis

Fundación Punta de Lobos Euroamerica

Board of Directors

Maya Gabeira

Professional Big Wave Surfer

César Gaviria World Lecturer

Loic Gouzer

Ocean Advocate

Jena King

Jena and Michael King Foundation

Ben Koerner Arcadia Fund

Sara Lowell Marisla Foundation

Dr. Kristian Parker Oak Philanthropy Limited

Dr. Daniel Pauly

The University of British Columbia

David Rockefeller, Jr. Sailor/Conservationist

Mailing Information:

Oceana Board of Directors

Susan Rockefeller

Documentary Filmmaker

Lex Sant

The Summit Foundation

Simon Sidamon-Eristoff

Kalbian Hagerty LLP

Dr. Rashid Sumaila

The University of British Columbia

Valarie Van Cleave

Ocean Advocate

Elizabeth Wahler

Entrepreneur

Jean Weiss Ocean Advocate

Antha Williams

Bloomberg Philanthropies

c/o Oceana (Office of the CEO) 1025 Connecticut Avenue, NW Suite 200

Washington, DC 20036 USA

Phone: +1 (202) 467-1922

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Enter a World of Serenity at Daios Cove in Crete, Greece

Journey to Crete for a serene getaway at Daios Cove-Luxury Resort & Villas, a chic hideaway tucked along a secluded bay on the northern coastline of Crete.

Package Includes:

• Five (5) nights complimentary for two guests in a Deluxe Junior Suite with an individual pool with full Residents Club dining benefits.

• Half Day Sail on a Catamaran.

• Two (2) 30-Minute Head & Shoulder Massage.

• Roundtrip Transfers to/from Heraklion Airport (HER).

Located in the privacy of a secluded cove in Vathi, Daios Cove, a 5-star Luxury Resort and Villas in Crete is the absolute choice for travelers seeking 5-star luxury accommodation in Agios Nikolaos. The resort’s exclusive location, along with its impressive architecture seamlessly blending in with the rugged surroundings creates a natural hub of beauty and serenity for you to explore.

Enjoy uninterrupted views of the deep blue Aegean Sea and easy access to the isolated private beach. It’s the perfect place to fully unwind while our dedicated staff take care of you.

Amenities available to you include the GOCO SPA and fitness center, a sea water infinity pool, a water sports center, a tennis court, electrical club car mobility around the resort and opportunities for recreation and excursions to Crete’s mustsee hotspots, historical sites, and archaeological treasures. And the six restaurants and bars are ready to take you on a gastronomical trip to remember! It’s the perfect recipe to make your stay on Crete memorable.

The Residents’ Club – created for Suite and Villa guests – elevates your holiday experience. Savor the luxury of complimentary meals. Indulge in free 24-hour room service in the comfort of your suite or villa. Relish your complimentary mini bar options. Enjoy signature cocktails and drinks by award-winning mixologists on the house. Pamper your children with unlimited ice cream and healthy drinks at our bars. With the Residents’ Club, you can enjoy a stay of idyllic

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Restrictions:

• Valid for stays until October 31, 2024.

• Subject to availability.

• Blackout dates apply for August stays.

* Should a travel or experience donation be canceled, postponed, delayed, or rescheduled due to force majeure (i.e., weather, act of God, state of war, terrorism, strike, pandemic, etc.) or any other condition beyond reasonable control, the purchase will be honored, per the experience provider, at the experience provider’s discretion, and the winner will be expected to either attend or transfer the purchase accordingly. No cash refunds.

Value: $16,009

Generously donated by Daios Cove

Seven-Night Ponant Expedition Cruise to Belize and Honduras

Aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville

Set off on an all-new expedition cruise aboard Le Dumontd’Urville into the heart of the lush landscapes and hypnotic shores of Honduras and Belize.

During your odyssey aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville, expect to hear birdsong and see dense tropical forests and the intertwined roots of mangrove burgeoning with life. From Punta Sal, you will explore the Jeannette Kawas National Park, a haven of peace where the forest melts into the sea, allowing you to contemplate unique biodiversity. You will then explore a completely undiscovered island, Guanaja, which is full of treasures. Here you will discover the Caracoles people, who take pride in their traditions, on the small key of Bonacca, also known as The Cay, with its mangroves, tropical rainforests and sandy beaches sheltering rich wildlife.

A little further on, the Bay Islands and the Cayos Cochinos will surprise you with their immense coral reef, where protected access is regulated by a local research foundation. The idyllic shores here are amongst the most beautiful in the Caribbean.

The stunning nature here will reveal itself in the heart of a Caribbean atmosphere imbued with history and tradition. The Garifuna people will welcome you to the small island of Chachauate in the Cayos Cochinos with a unique performance, a visit of their village and the possibility of tasting their singular gastronomy.

Half Moon Caye, the picture postcard view of Belize, is also on the program of this cruise; in this enchanting place, you will see nesting frigatebirds and red-footed boobies up close. The Great Blue Hole cenote, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is one of the world’s most stunning diving sites.

The winners will be able to choose from four departures of our popular Belize & Honduras itinerary:

• 11/14/23 – 11/21/23

• 11/28/23 – 12/05/23

• 12/05/23 – 12/12/23

• 12/12/23 – 12/19/23

Winners will need to make their choice by Friday, October 20, 2023.

Included:

• 7-night cruise for 2 guests sharing one Prestige Stateroom Deck 4.

• All excursions included as a Tropical Expedition.

• All meals aboard ship.

• All beverages aboard ship including open bar.

• Free Wi-Fi aboard ship.

• Crew Gratuities, Port Taxes, and Fuel Surcharge.

Not included:

• Airfare.

• Transfers to or from pier.

• Optional excursions/extensions.

• Items of a personal nature.

Le Dumont-d’Urville belongs to a new generation of ships fitted with innovative equipment and designed to be environmentally friendly, and which come equipped with lounges that are largely open to the exterior, an outdoor swimming pool and a Blue Eye, an underwater lounge. Everything is in place for an extraordinary cruise experience. It’s now possible to depart for adventure to the most remote places on the planet onboard a ship offering luxury services.

Value : $9,900

Generously donated by Ponant

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Reverse your biological age with Dr. Richard Firshein

Known as “The Longevity King,” Dr. Firshein will create a perfect RESET Health and Longevity program designed exclusively for you, using his proprietary program of testing and treatments including epigenetic, DNA, telomere, food allergy sensitivity testing, a vitamin nutritional analysis, and gut biome evaluation. Your custom-designed program will include a unique “one is all you need” ElementiQ vitamin supplement designed to prevent, eliminate, and reverse the signs of aging all in one pill. Dr. Firshein’s program will help you increase what he calls your “Sagespan” or healthy years to achieve optimal health and longevity.

Dr. Firshein is board-certified in family medicine, a Diplomat in Anti-aging Medicine and a UCLA trained and Certified Medical acupuncturist. He is considered the leading authority in the fields of Integrative, Anti-aging, and Precision-based medicine. Modern luxury magazine named the Firshein Center the number one “go to” center for longevity in NYC.

Pendry Manhattan West

Enjoy a one-night stay in a Deluxe King Room including room rate and taxes.

Pendry Manhattan West is an understated, Californiainspired destination in the city’s mid-town Manhattan West neighborhood. From the stunning signature façade to the airy and relaxed interiors, Pendry brings a sense of refined calm to your city stay. Deluxe City King Rooms include a sitting area with floor-to-ceiling windows and a city view.

Restrictions:

• Expires on June 7, 2024.

• Gratuities not included.

• Reservation is based on hotel availability and subject to blackout dates.

Gurney’s Montauk Resort & Seawater Spa

Enjoy a two-night stay in an Oceanview Room with Dinner for two people at Scarpetta Beach.

Gurney’s is the only luxury hotel in the Hamptons located on a 2,000-foot-long private sand beach. Its 158 rooms, suites, and beachfront cottages deliver dramatic ocean views.

The Standard Oceanview Room balances sophistication with beachside comfort and includes a terrace with partial views of the ocean.

Scarpetta Beach delivers signature classics as well as seasonal dishes, fresh seafood selections, and a world-class wine list. The airy, mid-century modern dining room opens onto an outdoor deck, and every table has a panoramic view of the ocean.

Restrictions:

• Blackout dates apply: 5/24/24 – 9/15/24 plus Holidays.

• May not be combined with other donations or offers.

• $300 dining value.

Value: $18,300

Generously donated by Dr. Richard Firshein, Pendry Manhattan West and Gurney’s Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa.

A Belize Adventure

Spend nine days and nights enjoying breathtaking natural landscapes, from lush rainforests to pristine beaches and coral reefs. Belize is home to the second-largest barrier reef in the world and an extensive network of protected areas and wildlife reserves. Start at the Rainforest Lodge, travel to Jaguar Reef, and finish at the beachside Victoria House.

Three (3) Night Stay for Two (2) at The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant in a Riverview Suite including One (1) Standard Tour of your choosing.

On the edge of a 10,000-acre nature reserve, find solace in gentle birdsong and uninterrupted jungle views. At the Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant, Riverview Suites boast 1,030 sq. ft. of air-conditioned interior space and enclosed outdoor space. Luxuriously appointed, these units offer a balcony complete with a personal plunge pool and sitting area with views of the Sibun River below and Sleeping Giant Mountain Range beyond.

Three (3) Night Stay for Two (2) at The Lodge at Jaguar Reef in a Deluxe Suite including One (1) Standard Tour of your choosing.

For over twenty years, The Lodge at Jaguar Reef has been the resort of choice for thousands of travelers who enjoy our central location, our comfortable cabanas and suites, and our beachfront dining just minutes from the Garifuna Fishing Village of Hopkins. The resort features an onsite full-service spa, lounge bar, a kids’ pool, a heated infinity pool with swim up pool bar, beachfront accommodations, kayaks, bicycles, Hobie cats, paddle boards, land and water sports adventures.

Our Deluxe Suites offer enclosed balconies (upper level) and patios (ground level), in-room and outdoor sitting areas, and outdoor personal plunge pools.

Ground transportation from the Belize International Airport to resort and between resorts included.

Restrictions:

• Valid until September 19, 2024.

• This certificate is non-transferrable and cannot be redeemed for cash.

• This trip cannot be combined with any other offer.

• Once trip dates have been booked, no changes, extensions or substitutions are permitted.

• If Prize Winner elects to travel without a Guest, no additional compensation will be awarded.

• Ground transfer from the Belize International Airport to The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant and from The Rainforest Lodge at Sleeping Giant to The Lodge at Jaguar Reef is included.

• Airfare is not included.

• Prize Winner is solely responsible for all incidentals, including but not limited to: airfare, ground transportation, meals, beverages, gratuities, phone calls, insurance, taxes, and any other expenses not specifically mentioned as being included.

• Not valid for blackout dates: November 22-27, 2023, December 18, 2023 – January 5, 2024, March 28, 2023 – April 1, 2024, April 5-10, 2024.

Three (3) Night Stay for Two (2) in a Casita or Palmetto Room at Victoria House Resort & Spa

Overlooking the lush tropical grounds and 150 feet from the beach. Includes full breakfast daily and unlimited use of kayaks, bikes, and snorkel equipment.

Nestled on Ambergris Caye close to the town of San Pedro, this beachfront resort is surrounded by manicured gardens lush with tropical flowers and tall swaying palms on a white sand beach. The second largest barrier reef in the world is less than a half-mile from the beach and offers spectacular diving, snorkeling, and fishing. The hotel boasts a beautiful restaurant, palapa beach bar and a full-service spa. The small and charming island town of San Pedro is approximately two miles away, and offers souvenir shopping, art galleries plus a variety of oceanfront restaurants and beach bars.

Restrictions:

• Valid until October 1, 2024.

• Not valid over holidays and Peak Season (Dec 21, 2023 – Jan 2, 2024) or during the months of February and March.

Value: $5,250

Generously donated by The Belize Collection and Victoria House Resort & Spa

Discover South Georgia and the Falklands Aboard Lindblad's National Geographic Explorer

Pack your sense of intrigue and favorite photography gear for a 19-day expedition covering two of the most remote sub-Antarctic Island destinations. Witness wildlife on an incomparable scale on South Georgia, where elephant seals lumber, untold thousands of king penguins gather on a single beach, and Sir Ernest Shackleton rests for eternity. In the Falklands, discover vast colonies of nesting albatrosses and rockhopper penguins and visit isolated settlements where locals still live off the land.

Itinerary departing on February 26, 2024

DAY 1 and 2 - U.S. / Buenos Aires, Argentina

DAY 3 – Fly to Ushuaia / Embark

DAY 4 – At Sea in the South Atlantic

DAYS 5 and 6 – Falkland Islands

DAYS 7 and 8 – At Sea

DAYS 9 through 13 – South Georgia Island

DAYS 14 and 15 – At Sea

DAYS 16 and 17- Falklands / At Sea

DAYS 18 AND 19 – Ushuaia, Argentina / Disembark / Fly to Buenos Aires, Argentina

Restrictions:

• Prize valid for one Category 1 cabin for two persons, for departure on Feb 26, 2024.

• Cabin booking and confirmation cannot be made until 90 days prior to sailing.

• Package does not include air transportation, baggage/ accident/cancellation insurance, extensions, passport, visa, immigration fees, meals not indicated, travel protection plan, items of a personal nature, certain premium brands of alcohol, and laundry.

• Gratuities to ship’s crew at traveler’s discretion.

Value: $49,880

Generously donated by Lindblad Expeditions

Find Yourself at One of the Four Corners of the Earth with Fogo Island Inn

3 Night Stay in the Extraordinary Fogo Island Inn with Airfare for Two

Fogo Island Inn, Newfoundland, sits on an island, off an island, at one of the four corners of the Earth. Founded and owned by the Canadian charity Shorefast and designed by Newfoundland-born-and-raised architect Todd Saunders, the Inn has garnered an international reputation for exceptional, hospitality in an iconic, contemporary design. This awardwinning Inn is operated as a social business, is a community asset, and 100% of the operating surpluses are reinvested into the community.

Each of the seasons provides a different opportunity to know Fogo Island, and perhaps yourself. Situated along Iceberg Alley, all 29 guest rooms and suites feature floor-to-ceiling windows that offer uninterrupted views of the wildest and most powerful ocean on the planet. In October, Berry Season provides hills of berries to forage; Late Fall (November) offers nature trails to explore in reflection; Wild Wonderful Winter (December – February) includes a variety of traditional outport activities; Pack Ice Season (March) brings multi-year northern pack ice, allowing for snowy inland and coastal sojourns and Spring (April – May) brings countless birds, sea life, and icebergs to behold.

During your stay you’ll experience a half-day island orientation with a Community Host. Be prepared for fresh perspectives and insights; stories and laughter and allow yourself to be oriented to this “Salty Narnia” by the people of the place.

This stay is inclusive of ground and ferry roundtrip transfers from Gander International Airport all gratuities, service charges, and full access to the Inn’s amenities: our rooftop wood-fired saunas and hot tubs; the Fogo Island Cinema; the Fitness Centre; the Heritage Library specializing in the local region; and the Fogo Island Art Gallery. You’ll also enjoy all meals prepared by the Inn’s culinary team reflective of the region, as well as all land-based excursions.

Additionally, we are pleased to include round-trip economy airfare for two courtesy of United Airlines, from Newark Liberty International to Gander International Airport.

Restrictions:

• Hotel reservation based on availability.

• Valid September 20, 2023, to November 30, 2024.

• Airfare valid To/From: Alaska, Canada, Caribbean, Mexico, Central America.

• Airfare expires one (1) year from date of issue.

• Stopovers and circle trip combinations are not permitted.

• Open tickets are not permitted.

• United reserves the right to limit the number of seats available for travel in conjunction with this offer.

• Customer is liable for all applicable taxes, fees and surcharges.

• MileagePlus miles will not be awarded.

Value:

$21,300

Generously donated by Fogo Island Inn and Maritz Global Events

Live Auction

Time to Indulge: Experience the Finest in Luxury with Blancpain, Aman, and Restaurant Daniel

Procuring two of the world’s finest watches highlights this immersive blend of architecture, gastronomy, and horological craftsmanship.

You and a guest will begin your experience at Manhattan’s iconic Crown Building – reimagined as Aman New York –where the city’s original architectural splendor and Aman’s harmonious design language collide to create Aman’s inimitable tranquility in the heart of midtown. You’ll receive a complimentary dinner for four at Arva or Nama (winning choice), as you enjoy two nights in a spacious suite and enjoy à la carte breakfast and all the amenities that make Aman peerless in every way.

As a special highlight of this exceptional package, you’ll enjoy an exclusive shopping experience at Blancpain’s flagship boutique on Fifth Avenue. Discover the timeless elegance and precision craftsmanship that define Blancpain timepieces as you peruse their exquisite collection of watches. With expert guidance from Blancpain’s knowledgeable staff, you will have the opportunity to select two (2) watches from either the Villeret or Fifty Fathoms collections. The Villeret collection exemplifies Blancpain’s roots and embodies its prime aesthetic choices; the Fifty Fathoms collection embodies Blancpain’s passion for the underwater world that was originally expressed in 1953 with the presentation of the first modern diver’s watch.

Finally, indulge your palate with world-class dining at Daniel, Chef Daniel Boulud’s namesake restaurant. This pillar of New York City’s dining scene has two Michelin stars and will serve you and a guest a four-course seasonal prix fixe menu where Chef Eddy Leroux presents a menu driven by classical French technique featuring a wide variety of local seafood, vegetables, and meats. Your dining experience includes wine pairing and, with advance notice, the restaurant can adjust menu offerings to accommodate certain dietary restrictions. This is an unparalleled opportunity to experience the best that New York City has to offer, combined with the luxury and expertise of Blancpain, Aman, and restaurant Daniel. Bid now and secure this extraordinary package. Seize this chance to create memories that will last a lifetime, while supporting Oceana’s mission to protect and restore the world’s oceans.

Restrictions:

• Dinner reservation at Aman must be made at least two weeks in advance.

Value: $41,000, Reserve: $30,000

Generously donated by Blancpain, Aman New York, and restaurant Daniel

V.I.P. Dining in Manhattan: Lunch with Sam Waterston during a Private Dining Experience at the Rainbow Room

Enjoy lunch for you and a guest with award winning actor, activist and Oceana Board Member, San Waterston during an exclusive dining experience at the Member’s Only Private Dining Club at the Rainbow Room. This is a unique and priceless luncheon experience in the Big Apple.

Lunch with Sam Waterston

As a member of Oceana’s board of directors, Waterston brings to the organization a wealth of talent and resources in support of Oceana’s programming and mission.

“I’ve loved the ocean all my life,” explained Waterston. “As a New Englander, I’ve seen the nasty effects of fisheries collapses on the life of seaside towns. Scientists now warn us that unless we do something, the world is on a path to global fishery collapses by mid-century, a calamity of mind-boggling proportions we can still avert. The time to act is now, which is why I’m very happy to be working with an organization as effective as Oceana.”

Over the next four decades, Waterston’s career goes on to include a plethora of film and television credits as well as repeated returns to the stage. His trophy case includes television awards such as the Emmy, Golden Globe and Screen Actors Guild and theater awards like the OBIE and Drama Desk. Other accolades include an Academy Award nomination for his role as journalist Sydney Schanberg in 1984’s “The Killing Fields” and six Emmy Award nominations for his roles in “I’ll Fly Away” and “Law & Order.”

Private Dining at the Rainbow Room

Enjoy an exclusive and luxurious lunch for four (4) people with wine service and champagne in the Member’s Only Private Dining Club at the Rainbow Room, in the iconic Rockefeller Center.

The Rainbow Room is known for legendary occasions. Graced by presidents, dignitaries, and the brightest stars in entertainment, events held here have defined what it means to celebrate in New York City. Add yours to the list! Located

sixty-five stories above Midtown Manhattan, Member’s Only Private Dining Club offers personalized attention and walls of windows with striking views of New York City to the south and west.

The Rainbow Room offers seasonal, locally sourced, always unique menus that will delight every palate and enhance every moment.

Restrictions:

• Package valid for the winning bidder, one guest, and Sam Waterston.

• Participants must be at least 18.

• This is a private meet and greet.

• The winner may take a photo.

• To be scheduled at a mutually agreed upon date.

• Subject to Sam and the Rainbow Room’s schedule.

• Cannot be resold or re-auctioned.

• Cannot be transferred.

• Travel and accommodation are not included.

Value: $10,000

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Call us today at +1 202 833 3900, email us at info@oceana.org, or visit Oceana.org/give to donate. Oceana is a tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization and contributions are taxdeductible to the fullest extent of the law.

South Georgia and the Falklands

SHIP EXPEDITION

Pack your sense of intrigue and favorite photography gear for an in-depth expedition covering two of the most remote subantarctic island destinations. Witness wildlife on an incomparable scale on South Georgia, where elephant seals lumber, untold thousands of king penguins gather on a single beach, and Sir Ernest Shackleton rests for eternity. In the Falklands, discover vast colonies of nesting albatrosses and rockhopper penguins and visit isolated settlements where locals still live off the land.

Firshein Center

Concierge Longevity Medical Care

The Firshein Center is the recognized Leader in Concierge Medical Care. Leaving no stone unturned, we provide Proactive State of the Art Optimal Innovative treatments.

Dr. Firshein brings his decades of experience as Medical Director to each patient, providing State of the art care, including but not limited to;

• Private Concierge Medical Treatment

• Liquid Biopsy- State of the art Cancer Screening

• Regenerative PRP and Stem Cell Therapies

• Anti-Aging Peptide Therapies

• Gut Biome Analysis

FIND OUT WHAT THE

• Vitamin and Nutritional Analysis

• Weight and Diet Management

• Complete Comprehensive Detoxification

• Customized Supplements and Skin Care

• Bioidentical Hormones

Powerful Cleaning.

Meet Dropps

Want green cleaning products that work? Dropps uses plantpowered ingredients to make dish and laundry cleaning products that are simple, convenient, and that really clean. By using Dropps, you are helping turn the tide against toxic pollution, plastic waste, and animal cruelty.

Oh, and the dirt in your home.

Better for people: Made without harmful ingredients and toxic pollutants like parabens, phthalates, and dyes

Simple: Our ultra-concentrated formulas leave out unnecessary fillers and excess water.

SAND CLOUD

INKATERRA HACIENDA URUBAMBA Sacred Valley of the Incas, Cusco

INKATERRA LA CASONA Cusco City

INKATERRA MACHU PICCHU PUEBLO HOTEL

Machu Picchu Pueblo, Cusco

Include the ocean in your plans

ONO

Since 2001, Oceana has dedicated itself to protecting the world’s oceans. Studio C is proud to support Oceana, using our ability as creative marketers to dive in and help them reach their goal. For the oceans—and all of us.

TAILOR-MADE EXPERIENCES

ELEGANT PERSONAL AND SOCIAL SPACES

ULTIMATE LUXURY AND COMFORT

WORLD-CLASS DINING

The luxurious Aqua Blu navigates Indonesia's most prized destinations including Raja Ampat, Komodo National Park, and the Spice Islands. Discover the world's most biodiverse marine habitats as you embark on action-packed excursions led by expert guides. Back on board, indulge in world-class cuisine inspired by the region's unique flavors.

Thank You

for working hand in hand with Oceana to protect the world’s oceans and congratulations on the Fifty Fathoms 70th anniversary.

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