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LaBelle Today
By the People, for the People
Gulf Specimen Marine Lab Seeks Donations for Sea Turtle Hospital Expansion
Local artisans and businesses invited to contribute to silent auction fundraiser
Mar. 28, 2026 at 4:52pm
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The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab in LaBelle, Florida is seeking donations of handcrafted goods and services from local artisans and businesses to showcase in a silent auction at their upcoming 'Mermaids & Mimosas' event. The funds raised will go towards expanding the lab's sea turtle hospital to support marine life rescue, education, and conservation efforts in the region.
Why it matters
The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab is a vital resource for the local community, providing hands-on education about Florida's marine ecosystems and caring for injured or stranded sea turtles. The silent auction fundraiser allows the lab to highlight talented local artists and makers while generating crucial funds to expand their sea turtle hospital and continue their important conservation work.
The details
The 'Mermaids & Mimosas' event will feature a silent auction where donated items from local artisans and businesses will be showcased. Proceeds from the auction will support the lab's plans to expand their sea turtle hospital, which provides rescue, rehabilitation, and release services for injured or stranded turtles. The lab is encouraging all interested local creators and companies to contact them about contributing items or services to the auction.
- The 'Mermaids & Mimosas' event will take place on April 22, 2026.
- The deadline to donate items for the silent auction is April 1, 2026.
The players
Gulf Specimen Marine Lab
A marine education and conservation organization located in LaBelle, Florida that operates a sea turtle hospital and provides hands-on learning experiences about the region's aquatic ecosystems.
What’s next
Interested donors can contact the Gulf Specimen Marine Lab at (850) 228-0609 or heichler@gulfspecimen.org to coordinate their silent auction contributions by the April 1st deadline.
The takeaway
The Gulf Specimen Marine Lab's silent auction fundraiser is an opportunity for the local community to support marine conservation efforts, showcase talented artisans, and enjoy a celebratory event highlighting the region's natural beauty and creative spirit.
