Save The Sea Turtles International

Run To Save The Sharks is not just a fundraiser. Our goal is to spread the message that sharks are not monsters that should be feared, rather they are Apex Predators that help keep the marine ecosystem balanced. Adverse shark interactions with humans are few, and yet over 100 million sharks are killed each year due to human activity. If you look at the rapid decline in shark populations, estimated at upwards of 70% since 1970, the outlook is grim for the remaining shark population. Remember- the health of our oceans, and inevitably our planet, depends on their existence. Let's do something about it.

My name is Mark Batres. I am going to
raise money to help save sharks because they are apex predators that help our
ocean stay clean. This is important for
everyone because 70% of the oxygen
we breathe comes from the ocean-
without healthy oceans, we can’t live.  

I am going to run 100 miles in the month of August- my birthday month and Shark Week month- to help raise money for
Save the Sea Turtles International, and
any donation will help make an impact.
Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.

More information about Save the Sea
Turtles International: Conservation and
preservation through education