Why Give to CCS

To deepen understanding of what’s happening to our waters. To find solutions. To fuel big ideas. To nurture future leaders. To inspire positive change. To keep our coasts livable. To give back. To leave the world a better place. 

Finding solutions for our coasts, together

The Center for Coastal Solutions leverages a world-class research platform, diverse expertise, emerging technologies, and strategic partnerships to drive innovation and create solutions that empower communities to protect the future of our coasts. Join us in our mission to bring actionable science to the challenges facing our coastal communities — from uncovering the causes of water quality declines and building living shorelines to protect against rising sea levels to digital twin technologies that support decision making driven by data. Invest in CCS’ mission and support your branding and sustainability goals through naming opportunities for endowed professorships, fellowships and facilities. We offer a range of engagement opportunities and access to UF’s broader network of partners and programs.

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Ways to Give

Every gift helps make Center for Coastal Solutions stronger.

Annual Giving

Help us recruit, retain and reward top global talent.

Endowed Professorships

Invest in innovators for the change you want to see.

Graduate Fellowships

Give students hands-on training in the field or lab with mentoring by world-class researchers.

Undergraduate Internships

Empower students to learn and network at relevant professional conferences.

Student Conference Travel Fund

Work with us to deliver advanced research and breakthrough technologies for Florida’s coast.

Partnerships

Student Success Stories

“When I realized I could combine science, research and problem solving and even a little bit of math, I knew environmental engineering was for me.”

Teagan Frazier, undergraduate student

“I pursue science because I think it has the ability to change the lives of people.”

Britney Hay, graduate student

“My time with CCS has equipped me with an amazing skill set and I feel prepared for whatever projects I get to work on in the future.”

Nick Chin, graduate student

“My favorite CCS memory is surveying sand dunes with our Army Corps collaborators as part of our Engineering With Nature project.”

Hallie Fischman, graduate student

“I’ve always been passionate about the ocean. It’s important as ever to be in this field and combat some of the issues that are happening and create new solutions for the future.”

Donovan Mitchell, undergraduate student