The environmental, economic, and cultural importance of national marine sanctuaries cannot be understated. National marine sanctuaries are: - Living laboratories - Outdoor classrooms - Tourism and recreation destinations - Biodiversity hotspots - Sacred sites and heritage landmarks - Sources of wonder and inspiration But they face federal underfunding that could impact wildlife and the people who depend on our ocean. The future viability of our marine ecosystems hinges on the resources we put toward them. We must invest in our national marine sanctuaries to conserve precious maritime and cultural history and heritage, clean up marine debris, restore key underwater habitats, and protect the diversity of species that sustain our ocean and Great Lakes. Insufficient funding will destroy our past, disrupt our present, and devastate our future. Add your name today!