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Doubled Your Impact for Our Ocean

Did you know that because of this caring community, more than 27,000 marine mammals have been rescued since the Center opened in 1975?

The animals are showing us that human activity is putting their lives at risk and threatening the health of our ocean. That’s why studying ocean health is key to helping marine mammals. And you can make a real difference today by doubling your impact for our ocean.

You can celebrate 27,000 animals rescued with your gift of just $27. Your life-saving donation will be matched dollar-for-dollar by a group of generous donors like you!

Double my impact today
California sea lion
Dave Chan

Dave Chan

Associate Director, Life Support Systems & Facilities

Dave is responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Life Support Systems & Facilities department. After receiving a bachelor's degree in Aquatic Biology from UC Santa Barbara in 1993, Dave started his career in the public aquarium industry and subsequently became focused on education, conservation, science literacy and communication. 

During his time at the Pennington Science Center, Dave wore many hats: procuring and caring for live collections, maintaining the facilities, grant writing, managing donor relations, developing and administering educational programs, and implementing new initiatives related to conservation, science communication and exploration. 

Outside of work, Dave enjoys the outdoors by scuba diving, fishing, hiking, mountain biking and riding his vintage motorcycle.

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