Revitalizing the Florida Keys Through Reef Restoration and Beyond

Improving Financial Stability in the Florida Keys

Marine Science Education Grants

Complementing the reef restoration components of the UAE-UWCK reef revitalization partnership, education is critical to the sustainability of this bold project investing in the future of the Florida Keys.

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Keys Marine Resource Guide

Check out our Marine Science Resource Guide! It's perfect for locals, visitors, teachers, parents, students, and lifelong learners interested in exploring the Florida Keys marine environment.

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Why Is UWCK Involved?

Over 60% of Keys residents rely on the marine environment for their jobs. A healthy, sustainable reef ecosystem ensures a thriving economy and environment for the Florida Keys.

How Does It Work?

Corals grow slowly. Mission: Iconic Reefs uses several phases to ensure that multiple coral species as well as other important reef species can be restored over time.

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What is UWCK Doing?

UWCK coordinates the Restoring the Florida Keys through Reef Restoration and Beyond project with NOAA's Mission: Iconic Reefs. We're committed to creating a thriving environment for Keys residents.

Scholarship Recipients Announced

This year, $28,000 in Marine Science Educational Advancement Scholarships have been awarded to six outstanding students.

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UWCK-UAE Learning Exchange Program

We're thrilled to announce the upcoming UWCK-UAE Learning Exchange Program, set to begin in 2025.

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Coral Bleaching Crisis Response

United Way Directs Funds to Protect Marine Ecosystem in Florida Keys

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Looe Key Grant Awarded

UWCK awarded Reef Renewal USA a grant to revitalize and restore Looe Key.

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Rebuilding the Seven Iconic Reefs

In February of 2020, the United Way of Collier and the Keys (UWCK) announced a $3.5 million gift from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to fund cutting-edge and innovative projects in reef restoration and education. As the first significant funding towards Mission: Iconic Reefs, the project will catalyze this bold plan to restore and protect seven iconic reefs in the Florida Keys. The UAE’s gift to UWCK is part of the UAE’s pledged $10 million assistance to the State of Florida in response to Hurricane Irma in 2017.