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Building Global Resilience Through Marine Ecosystem Restoration
The Critical Opportunity
Molluscan shellfish ecosystems provide some of nature's most powerful solutions to our most pressing challenges. A single oyster filters 50 gallons of water daily. Shellfish reefs protect coastlines from storm surge and sea level rise. These ecosystems support biodiversity, sequester carbon, and sustain coastal communities—yet we've lost up to 85% of them globally.
ISRS exists to reverse this trend
By unifying the global restoration community, advancing scientific understanding, and scaling successful restoration approaches worldwide. Our flagship initiative is the biennial International Conference on Shellfish Restoration (ICSR)—the world's premier gathering for molluscan shellfish restoration since 1996.
Partnership Opportunities
ISRS welcomes partners at all levels who share our commitment to healthy marine ecosystems.
For Foundations
Strategic investment in proven nature-based climate solutions with global impact potential.
Your Impact
- Advance innovative restoration science connecting researchers across 20+ countries
- Scale successful approaches through international knowledge exchange
- Build institutional capacity in emerging restoration regions
- Leverage additional resources as ISRS guidance influences hundreds of millions in restoration investments
$50,000+ Global Program Leadership
$25,000–$49,999 Innovation Initiatives
For Corporations
Demonstrate environmental leadership while delivering concrete ESG benefits.
Your Impact
- Enhance ESG performance through association with cutting-edge marine conservation
- Build supply chain resilience by protecting marine resources
- Generate brand value through nature-based climate solutions
- Access innovation networks with restoration technology pioneers
$25,000–$50,000 Sustainability Leadership
$10,000–$24,999 Innovation Partnership
For Government
Multilateral collaboration for coastal resilience and sustainable resource management.
Your Impact
- Strengthen community resilience through nature-based infrastructure
- Build international partnerships with global restoration experts
- Leverage technical capacity from leading scientists worldwide
- Support Indigenous sovereignty and traditional ecological knowledge
$15,000–$25,000 International Leadership
$7,500–$15,000 Technical Capacity Building
For Academia
Advance scientific understanding through global collaboration.
Your Impact
- Access cutting-edge restoration research from leading scientists worldwide
- Create interdisciplinary collaboration spanning marine science and engineering
- Develop innovative educational programs with hands-on restoration
- Generate high-impact publications through collaborative initiatives
$7,500–$20,000 Research Exchange
$2,500–$7,500 Student Research Support
For Industry
Protect the marine resources your business depends on.
Your Impact
- Ensure long-term resource sustainability through ecosystem restoration
- Demonstrate industry environmental leadership
- Build operational resilience through improved water quality
- Access restoration innovations applicable to operations
$20,000–$35,000 Sector Leadership
$10,000–$19,999 Sustainability Innovation
For Individual Donors
Join the global restoration movement at any level.
Membership Levels
- $100-$499: Supporting Member with newsletter and updates
- $500-$2,499: Active Member with conference discounts
- $2,500-$9,999: Restoration Advocate with recognition
- $10,000-$49,999: Conservation Partner
- $50,000+: Visionary Partner
Programs Delivering Global Impact
Biennial ICSR Conference
The world's premier gathering for molluscan shellfish restoration, bringing together 300+ practitioners from 20+ countries to share breakthrough science and successful restoration approaches. ICSR2026 will be held October 4-7, 2026, at the Little Creek Resort and Conference Center, operated by the Squaxin Island Tribe in Shelton, Washington.
Global Professional Network
Year-round engagement connecting restoration practitioners worldwide through forums, webinars, and collaborative initiatives addressing shared challenges.
Research & Innovation Support
Facilitating collaborative research, documenting best practices, and supporting student engagement in restoration science.
Policy & Advocacy
Advancing science-based restoration policies and connecting practitioners with funding opportunities and regulatory support.
Make a Donation
Individual and organizational donations directly support ISRS programs and the global shellfish restoration community.
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Donate via Donor Advised Fund (DAF)
If you manage charitable giving through a Donor Advised Fund, you can make a direct grant to ISRS. Contact us to arrange a DAF grant.
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Join Us
Together, we can build resilient coasts and healthy oceans for future generations through the power of molluscan shellfish restoration.
Contact: Aaron Kornbluth, Interim Executive Director
inbox@shellfish-society.org | (603) 953-4040