The mission of the Riverhead Foundation for Marine Research
and Preservation is to preserve and protect the marine environment through
conservation efforts including education, rehabilitation, and research. RFMRP operates
the New York State Marine Mammal and Sea Turtle Rescue Program, and is the only
organization in New York authorized to work with these federally protected
animals. RFMRP is a 501(c)3 non-profit located
in Riverhead, Suffolk County (Long Island), NY.