The beginning of a new year brings fresh energy and hope for a sustainable future. It’s the perfect moment to reflect on all we achieved together in 2024 and share our vision for 2025. Your support as donors, volunteers, and allies has been the foundation of our progress in science, conservation, and community engagement.
2024 Achievements:
Organizational Growth: Reached $200,512 in income, with 67% dedicated to conservation programs. Every $1 raised generated $1.10 for our work.
Community Engagement: Held 27 educational activities with 415 participants.
Volunteer Impact: Coordinated 1,017 volunteer hours valued at $34,046, and expanded collaboration with organizations like Coastal Connections and Harmony Projects.
Communication Milestones: Achieved a 50% increase in email subscribers and relaunched two websites with enhanced resources.
Strategic Advances: Implemented a new donor database, established tax-exempt status, and improved project management and data collection systems.
Program Highlights for 2024 and Goals for 2025
Water Quality
2024 Achievements: Monitored 4 locations weekly, analyzed 415 water samples, and installed 3 biogardens benefiting 273 people in partnership with Ridge To Reefs and Suwo Constructora.
2025 Goals: Expand testing to new locations, secure funding for additional biogardens, and offer lab tours to educate the community.
Biodiversity Program
2024 Achievements: Documented 2,259 wildlife observations, engaged 176 new iNaturalist participants, and expanded our camera trap network.
2025 Goals: Add 5 new camera traps, host biodiversity events, and launch nature tours to raise funds.
Marine Life Program
2024 Achievements: Monitored 112 km of beaches, trained 5 volunteers, and documented 11 sea turtle observations.
2025 Goals: Conduct 4 marine research expeditions, create educational materials, and strengthen outreach to fishing communities.
Spotlight: WCA Science Fest & the Precious Plastic Project
In November 2024, we hosted the First Annual Nosara Science Festival, an interactive event that welcomed 62 participants of all ages and raised over $4,000 to support conservation efforts. Attendees engaged with hands-on projects like sea turtle monitoring, water quality testing, and wildlife observation.
Additionally, the Precious Plastic Nosara project equipped the Nosara Recicla center with innovative recycling tools, including a plastic shredder and injection machine. With training provided to local employees, this initiative is transforming waste into reusable items.
Click below to explore the full 2024 Annual Report, including detailed financial information and a comprehensive overview of our programs!
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