Fundación CRAM

Marine wildlife rescue and conservation

Fundación para la Conservación y Recuperación de Animales Marinos (CRAM) is a private nonprofit founded in 1994 to protect the marine environment and the species that live in it. Its work focuses on the Mediterranean Sea.

Areas of work

• Clinic and rescue: care for stranded or injured marine wildlife, with a particular focus on sea turtles, dolphins, and whales.
• Research and conservation: scientific and conservation projects, including satellite tracking of animals.
• Education and training: educational activities, summer science programs, advanced veterinary workshops, marine animal case studies, and scientific illustration.
• Municipal services: support for local governments on marine conservation.

Reported impact

According to figures published by the foundation, over more than 27 years of work it has treated 1,450 sea turtles, responded to 720 dolphin and whale strandings, assisted 300 seabirds, and carried out 50 scientific and conservation projects.

Support and funding

The foundation is supported by donations, sea turtle sponsorships, a membership program, volunteers, and a charitable shop. Its corporate program includes donations, sponsorships, joint projects, team-building, brand use, and space rentals. Contributions are tax-deductible under Law 49/2002.

Contact

Main phone: 93 752 45 81. Reservations: 93 10 10 170. Website: cram.org. The foundation is on Facebook, X/Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, and LinkedIn.