Our Work

First: It's our Founder's favorite  bird - since childhood. Growing up on the Gulf Coast she was always - and remains - in awe of its determination, 'knowing,' and beauty.

The Brown Pelican also happens to be an iconic and great reminder of the perils of The Gulf.  That said, The Brown Pelican is also a great navigator, protector and a beacon for all of us who care so deeply about The Ocean.

Our hearts are with The Gulf.  And while The Gulf is a small area of The Ocean, it represents what can & will happen if action isn't taken; it also represents all that can be.  

^ Improvements are needed

^ Partnerships are too few

^ Efforts must be focused on 'cause' 

^ Our love of The Ocean must be amplified

^ Our love of The Ocean must matter

^ The Ocean, The Gulf must be healthy

^ The Ocean, The Gulf must be given standing

The Brown Pelican Society and its individual membership supports projects with bold, eco-centric solutions and policy outcomes that work to support the health of The Ocean.  

The Brown Pelican Society and its individual membership supports leadership in this important work - individual, organizational, advocacy, and yes, political.

We support projects which will result in measurable, specific and impactful outcomes.