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Whales in San Francisco Bay

Roughly 30 gray whales have been spotted in the Bay this season, many more than is typical. Sadly, there have also been at least 14 deaths this year, which is more than in all of 2024. 

We are investigating to help determine the cause of these deaths. By gaining insights into what is causing these tragedies, we can better understand how to help prevent them.

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Good Housekeeping: The 50 Best Charities to Give to Right Now

November 9, 2020

The 50 Best Charities to Give to Right Now

Published by Good Housekeeping: November 9, 2020

Good Housekeeping highlights the Center’s mission and our Adopt-a-Seal® program in its annual list of the 50 Best Charities to Give to Right Now. 

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Yes, I want to save a life!

Yes, I want to save a life!

You’ll be giving sick and injured animals the best possible care at the Center’s state-of-the-art hospital. With your gift today, you are giving a patient a second chance at life in the wild.

  • $35 You'll buy food for a hungry animal
  • $45 You'll provide life-saving medical care
  • $65 You'll make second chances possible

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