FLEET OF OCEAN GLIDERS COMING TO THE US VIRGIN ISLANDS Data-collecting underwater drones will support improved hurricane forecasting. Ocean gliders will be plying the waters of the US Virgin Islands this summer to help improve … Continue reading →
Purpose: To encourage the love of gardening through educating youngsters of the techniques of agriculture; to increase environmental awareness, develop a positive self-esteem, foster love and respect for the VI. Junior Gardening & Ecology Academy, … Continue reading →
FVINP is dedicated to the protection and preservation of the natural and cultural resources of Virgin Islands National Park and promotes the responsible enjoyment of this unique national treasure.The Friends has more than 3,000 members … Continue reading →
A Virgin Islands 501 (C) (3) Nonprofit Corporation, the Mission of the Friends of the St Croix USVI National Parks is to increase public awareness and appreciation of the National Parks on St Croix through … Continue reading →
The Frenchtown Civic Organization is the standard bearer of French culture and civic contributors on St. Thomas, Virgin Islands, for more than forty years. They have a proven track record of professional performance. They are … Continue reading →
The purpose of Frederiksted Community Boating is to introduce and foster interest in the marine environment by providing opportunities to sail. FCB promotes water safety skills, physical coordination, self-esteem, and environmental awareness for children and … Continue reading →
The Mission of the Foundation is to “engage with relevant stakeholders to foster sustainable development in the Caribbean, integrating social, economic, and environmental dimensions.” The Foundation carries out sustainable development planning, research, and programs focused … Continue reading →
Filled with living history, magnificent landscapes and a culture which has survived hundreds of years, St. Croix is uniquely placed to promote heritage and nature tourism. St. Croix possesses a unique range and depth of … Continue reading →
CBCC’s mission is to serve our community by protecting the environment, improving infrastructure, supporting education, encouraging social progress and planning for appropriate low-impact development. CBCC works to provide an effective means for residents of Coral … Continue reading →
Since 1957, the Humane Society of St. Thomas has been sheltering abandoned animals, fighting cruelty and neglect and working to create an environment of respect, responsibility and compassion for all animals throughout the … Continue reading →
The Benjamin Foundation Is Dedicated to Improving Healthcare In The Virgin Islands by: Awarding financial assistance to health care professionals pursuing advanced degrees and who commit to return to or remain in the Territories to … Continue reading →
The Animal Care Center (ACC) of St. John is located in Cruz Bay, near the library. The ACC addresses the problems of cruelty to, neglect and abuse of the island animals. The shelter provides kennels … Continue reading →
Purpose: To provide relief to victims of disaster and helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Programs: Disaster Services, Armed Forces Emergency Services, First Aid, CPR and Aquatic Training, HIV/AIDS Prevention/Education Website: www.redcross.org • … Continue reading →
Ensuring the highest quality of life for present and future generations, the Community Foundation of the Virgin Islands is a philanthropic organization that manages a permanent collection of funds as well as essential programs and … Continue reading →
We Grow Food Inc., presently sponsors the ‘Last Sunday Farmers Market’ held every last Sunday of the month. It is a beautiful opportunity that allows the farmers to establish a more intimate relationship with the … Continue reading →
PROTECTING SPECIAL LANDS IN THE VIRGIN ISLANDS The Trust for Virgin Islands Lands is a private, non-profit, community-based conservation organization. Our mission is to protect tracts of agricultural and natural landscapes that provide significant benefits … Continue reading →
Message from the Greetings from the Virgin Islands Department of Agriculture! We are pleased to announce the launch of our new website www.vifresh.com that will convey information to you about our many ongoing projects … Continue reading →
College of Science & Mathematics Department of Biological Sciences The University of the Virgin Islands MacLean Marine Science Center is home to a number of marine education and research programs that lead to graduate and … Continue reading →
Located on the St. Croix Campus of the University of the Virgin Islands, the Agricultural Experiment Station (AES) is part of the Research and Public Service Component. The U.S. Virgin Islands are semiarid, subtropical islands … Continue reading →
A part of the University of Puerto Rico Sea Grant College Program, the Virgin Islands Marine Advisory Service (VIMAS), is located within the Center for Marine and Environmental Studies at the University of the Virgin Islands. … Continue reading →
A part of the University of the Virgin Islands (UVI), the Water Resources Research Institute (WRRI) is one of the 54 water resources research institutes established at land-grant universities throughout the United States and its … Continue reading →
STEM Teacher Training Programs The VI Institute for STEM Education Research and Practice (VI-ISERP) also known as the STEM Institute, provides teacher-training programs for STEM teachers in the USVI. These programs involve yearlong activities. About … Continue reading →
Ideally situated in the United States Virgin Islands, the Center for Marine & Environmental Studies (CMES) was established in 1999 with the mission to offer students and researchers a dynamic atmosphere to study tropical marine … Continue reading →
United States Virgin Island Blue Flag beaches and marinas are on par with the best beaches and marinas in the world. These Blue Flag sites, located on all three major islands, are operated according to strict … Continue reading →
OCOVI initiates and facilitates activities in the USVI region that monitor, manage, protect, sustainably utilize and foster appreciation of the region’s marine and coastal environments and resources by providing data, information, products, services and advisement. … Continue reading →
The Lionfish people. The C.O.R.E. Foundation inspires communities to be better stewards of the environment through marine awareness education and hands on coastal programs. ♦ ♦ ♦ Tax-Deductible Donations to CORE Invasive Lionfish Sightings … Continue reading →
For generations Mandahl Bay in St. Thomas, USVI has been a beloved destination for families, fishermen, scuba divers, Eco-tourists, and locals alike. Major natural attractions include the mangrove ringed lagoon, rich marine life and birds … Continue reading →
Known locally as SEA, this is a 500+ member organization committed to protecting and conserving our beautiful island environment. St. Croix is the largest of the US Virgin Islands and is surrounded by turquoise waters … Continue reading →
The Environmental Association of St. Thomas-St. John (EAST) was founded in 1989 as a private, non-profit, volunteer-based community organization whose three areas of environmental focus are advocacy, awareness and education. EAST is a chapter of … Continue reading →
The Virgin Islands Conservation Society, Inc. (VICS, Inc.) was Incorporated, June 4, 1968. VICS’ By-laws were approved in June, 1988. Over the past four decades, VICS, Inc. has operated primarily through its two chapters, St. … Continue reading →
