We love to give back at Dolphins Plus, whether it be with our time, resources, or in any way we can. Learn more about how we get involved in the community.
Our Charities
Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder
We love our dolphins. We love marine mammals in the wild. We refuse to sit on the sidelines when our friends are in danger. That's why Dolphins Plus proudly supports Dolphins Plus Marine Mammal Responder, a not for profit and 501(c)3 facility, dedicated to the rescue of any sick or injured whale or dolphin in the 10,000 square miles of marine habitat in the Florida Keys. Our Mission Protecting marine mammals and their habitats through conservation, research, and education. Connect with DPMMR It could be a mass stranding. It might be a whale or dolphin tangled in fishing line. Often, it…
Oma’s Swim
In honor of our matriarch, Anne Marie Borguss, who we all loved as “Oma”, Dolphins Plus offers any guest battling cancer a complimentary Dolphin Encounter. Oma’s courageous spirit and zest for life never wavered during her battle with cancer. She found solace in the dolphins she so loved, and we are proud to help others battling this dreaded disease enjoy a much-needed diversion from doctors and medications.
Florida Keys Wild Bird Center
The Florida Keys Wild Bird Center is a not-for-profit sanctuary that rescues and rehabilitates injured native and migratory birds, so that they can be returned to the wild. It’s not an easy or inexpensive feat. That’s why Dolphins Plus, has proudly donated free fish to the center for more than 25 years. We’re part of the Florida Keys community, and we’re committed to doing our part to protect and preserve it.
Baptist Health
Dolphins Plus is a Founding Member of Mariners Hospital and an active supporter of the Baptists Healthcare system. Our financial support helps fund research, facility development, and advanced medical equipment that benefit our Florida Keys neighbors and lead to real medical breakthroughs. Additionally, we’re proud to regularly offer Dolphins Plus and our services free of charge during fundraisers, membership drives, and annual employee picnics.
Upper Keys Humane Society
We love animals. We are dog people and cat people and we are proud to support the Upper Keys Humane Society. This is the only no-kill shelter in Upper Keys and we’re honored to partner with them by adding donation boxes and both Dolphins Plus locations. Our guests have proven very generous (no surprise to us) and 100% of the proceeds go directly to the shelter. We offer additional support through direct donations on behalf of Dolphins Plus.
Make A Wish
No cause is more worthy than Make A Wish, and it just so happens that a lot of these kids wish to meet a dolphin face-to-face. Dolphins Plus has never and we will never turn one away. In fact, we arrange private sessions for these brave kids, so they have the dolphins all to themselves in an environment where no one is staring or feeling sad. We give these kids and their families a real adventure and a happy day away from their difficult situations. The truth is, we get as much out of it as they do.
Additional Charities We Give Back To:
Make A Wish
Junior Welfare Society
Deliver the Dream
Bobby Parker Foundation for Hope
Folds of Honor & The Long Walk Home
KKG Foundation and GIRLS Academy
Twisted Ribbons
Women In Distress
American Cancer Society
Palmer Trinity School
The Breast & Heart Initiative
Montessori Academy
The Church by the Sea
McGovern Foundation
American Legion
Saint Anthony Catholic School
FIU Baseball
Conch Foundation of the Upper Keys
B fore Pink (breast cancer)
Girl Scouts
Wounded Warrior
Elks Club of the Florida Keys
On your Toes
Parent to Parent
Miami Lighthouse for the Blind
Key Largo Elementary
Key Largo Rangers
Treasure Village Montessori
Montessori Island Charter School
Plantation Key School
Dolphins Plus Oma Program
Dolphins Plus Annual Easter Egg Hunt for the entire community (Free)
Young Philanthropists Baptist Health Foundation
Key Largo Chamber of Commerce Members in Motion
Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
Key Largo 4th of July Parade
Key Largo 4th of July fireworks display
Key Largo New Year’s Fireworks Display
Families of Fallen Firefighters
Families of Fallen Policemen
Key Largo Boat Parade
Good Health Clinic
Key Largo softball League
Taste Around the World
Remembering Ralph Smith
FIU Golf Tournament
Upper Keys Humane Society
Annual Wings of Hope
Jr. Sailfish Tournament
Heart Ball
Baptist Health
Habitat for Humanity
National Adoption Day
Annual Spaghetti ad No Balls
The White Party
The Synchro Mermaids
Casting for Cats
Autism Society of the Keys
Annual Christmas gala
Coral Isle Festival
Totally Awesome 80’s Auction
Dancing Through the Decades
MODS Masquerade Venetian Fantasy
Rendezvous
Rock the Night for GSD
Purple Pumpkin Gala
Emerald Awards
Toyland Ball
Denim and Diamonds Gala
Buddies Thru Bullies
Ray of Hope
Safe Haven
UKF Summer Staycation
Take a Walk in Her Shoes
Monroe County Key Largo Library
Musicians Relief Fund
Spring Fling
Starfish Luncheon
Girls Academy
Boy Scouts of America
American Liver Foundation
LKCC Business Walkabout and Auction
Pirates on the Water
A Night Around the World
Annual Celebration
Rotary Club East Lake Sunrise
Dance Marathon University of Florida
Masquerade Annual Cocktail Party
Kiwanis Golf Committee
Key Largo School Safety Patrol
Narelle Prew Montessori School
Inaugural Fishing Tournament
Islamorada Fishing Club
Blue Water Surrender
University of Miami Annual Student Auction
Ann’s Sailfish Tournament
Flip Flops on the Dock
Treasure Village Nautical Nights
Bike MS: Breakaway to Key Largo
San Pedro Women’s Guild
Princeton Christian School
Victory Center for Autism and Disabilities
St. Louis Catholic Covenant School
Miami Children’s Museum
Benefit on the Bay for Lourdes
Ransom Everglades School
Wings of Hope
American Cancer Society
Annual Sailfish Challenge
Capt. Flutie’s Over the Hill
Lawn Mower Race
Nick’s Battle