MarineLab was selected as a recipient of a $10,000 donation by First Horizon Foundation as part of its “Grants for Good” campaign.
In celebration of First Horizon’s 160th anniversary, the foundation distributed 160 grants of $10,000 each across 12 states where they operate, including Florida. It amounts to a total of $1.6 million awarded to non-profit organizations.
“We are delighted to have been chosen to receive this $10,000 grant,” said Ginette Hughes, CEO of MarineLab. “The funds will be allocated to our Art Mitchell Scholarship Fund, enabling more Florida students from lower socioeconomic backgrounds to participate in MarineLab programs at little to no cost.”
Dwight Hill, First Horizon market president for the Florida Keys, emphasized that the selection of grant recipients was made at the national level, with local recommendations playing a vital role. MarineLab was a standout choice, meeting two out of three criteria for the foundation’s supported initiatives: environment and education.
“It is truly impressive to witness the impactful work that MarineLab carries out, offering hands-on immersive marine education to thousands of students annually across the United States,” Hill said. “MarineLab’s operations here in Key Largo are a testament to their commitment to our marine environment and marine education.”
MarineLab is the environmental education arm of Marine Resources Development Foundation, a nonprofit organization founded in 1970 to promote marine education, research and collaboration.
