Protecting Dolphins and Ending Captivity: Our Partnership with Dolphin Project

Who is the Dolphin Project

Buddies for Paws is proud to support Dolphin Project, the world’s leading non-profit dedicated to the welfare and protection of dolphins.

Founded on Earth Day, April 22, 1970, by Ric O’Barry, the former dolphin trainer for the hit TV show Flipper, Dolphin Project has spent over 50 years working to end dolphin captivity, shut down marine parks, and protect dolphins in the wild.

What Dolphin Project Does

Dolphin Project’s mission is simple: a world where dolphins live wild and free.

Their work spans the globe, from South Korea to the Bahamas, partnering with local organisations to promote ethical, long-term solutions for marine life.

They focus on:

• Ending Dolphin Captivity — campaigning to close marine parks and swim-with-dolphin attractions
• Rescue & Rehabilitation — helping injured, stranded, or formerly captive dolphins recover and, when possible, return to the ocean
• Education & Outreach — raising awareness about dolphin intelligence and the cruelty of captivity

Dolphin Project is committed to ending exploitation, replacing outdated practices with ethical, sustainable alternatives that protect both dolphins and their ocean homes.

How Buddies for Paws Supports Dolphin Project

By donating through Buddies for Paws, you help fund Dolphin Project’s critical work, including:

• Dolphin rescues and long-term sanctuary care
• Global education campaigns to reduce demand for dolphin tourism
• Advocacy and marine conservation projects around the world

Thanks to BONK’s 100% donation match, every contribution made through Buddies for Paws has even more impact for dolphins in need.

Why We’re Proud to Partner

Dolphins are among the most intelligent, social, and self-aware animals on Earth. Yet far too many spend their lives confined to tanks, separated from their families, and forced to perform for entertainment.

By supporting Dolphin Project, we’re helping end these practices and funding the rescue, rehabilitation, and protection of dolphins around the globe. It’s a partnership that’s not just about saving wildlife, but about creating a future where dolphins can live freely.

“At Buddies for Paws, we’re thrilled to support Dolphin Project’s mission. Their work to end captivity and protect dolphins in the wild aligns perfectly with our belief that Web3 and community can create real-world change. Together, we’re making sure dolphins get the future they deserve, wild, free, and safe in their ocean habitats.” — Buddies for Paws

We’re flippin’ proud to work alongside Dolphin Project, and we’ll be sharing their rescue stories, successes, and campaign updates throughout the year.

Join the Pod

You can help keep dolphins swimming wild and free:

• Donate through Buddies for Paws, every donation is matched 100% by BONK
• Sign up for our newsletter for updates on rescues and conservation wins
• Follow us on Instagram and X for partner news, stories, and marine moments

Together, we can make a splash for dolphin welfare and protect these magnificent mammals for generations to come.