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That’s a wrap on 2025’s Sponsor a Snack! This year, sponsor a snack donations contributed over $5,000 to support our animals’ care and our mission to inspire ocean conservation. Thank you for spreading the love!
Your contribution supports the care of our animals and our mission to inspire ocean conservation.
Have questions about sponsoring a snack? Check out our Frequently Asked Questions!
Sponsor A Snack 2025 is no longer accepting submissions.
But what is Sponsor A Snack? Dub a grub after your ex or name a fish in your crush’s honor—or both! Here’s your chance to name a snack after someone you know, which we’ll then feed to one of our sea otters, seals, sea lions, or kestrel! Each increment of $15 allows you to submit a name; those who donated $15 may submit one name, those who donated $30 may submit two names, and so on.
Donors receive a confirmation email after submitting their form that summarizes their donation.
In the interest of privacy, only first names will be announced. The Aquarium reserves the right to omit or edit submissions that go against our community guidelines, including those that are derogatory, offensive, or include information that may violate the privacy of an individual.
Sponsor a Snack is a Valentine’s Day promotion, allowing sponsors to name snacks after other individuals. Please note that business names/advertisements, phone numbers/addresses, or other non-name entries cannot be featured in our Sponsor a Snack promo video.
Video compilations of the named snacks were be emailed to donors, posted to our youtube, and shared on social media on February 14th.
In the interest of privacy, only first names were be announced. The Aquarium reserves the right to omit or edit submissions that go against our community guidelines, including those that are derogatory, offensive, or include information that may violate the privacy of an individual.
Click here to view this year’s sponsored snacks, or watch above!
2025 offered four different options for you to select:
You can learn more about our animals by clicking on any of the above links. Specific named marine mammals, such as Oswald, Earle, or Catalina, could be requested but are not guaranteed.
Our marine mammals will be fed a variety of seafood snacks–usually fish, crab, or squid.
Our animal ambassador–Hazel the kestrel–will be fed mealworms or superworms.
The last day to submit to Sponsor A Snack was February 1st, 2025. Videos will be emailed to donors and posted on social media on February 14th.
Check back in late December 2025 for information on the 2026 Sponsor A Snack!
Have questions about Sponsor A Snack that weren’t answered here? Feel free to reach out to us via our contact form.
By donating, you play a crucial role in supporting exceptional animal care, wildlife rehabilitation, coastal conservation efforts, education, outreach and so much more.
Want to show your support in other ways? Consider a general donation or a gift membership!
