Who We Are
Revitalizing Eastern North Carolina's Fisheries
Founded in 2017, the North Carolina Marine & Estuary Foundation was formed by business leaders dedicated to supporting eastern North Carolina. Since its inception, the Foundation has earned recognition as an innovative nonprofit, developing forward-thinking initiatives to revitalize the marine and estuarine resources that have sustained North Carolina’s coastal communities for generations.
Our Mission
Build world-class fisheries and thriving coastal economies
Our Vision
See North Carolina become the country’s premier fishing destination
