# Elasmobranch Conservation Fund (ECF)

> Non-profit organization dedicated to the research, protection, and preservation of sharks, rays, and skates worldwide. Based in Hillsdale, Michigan. Founded in 2024 by Rachel Dreyer (Michigan State University zoology, former Mote Marine Laboratory researcher). Call (888) 565-0171.

## Canonical Business Facts
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## Organization Identity

- **Legal Name:** Elasmobranch Conservation Fund
- **Type:** NonProfit / NGO / EnvironmentalOrganization
- **Founded:** 2024
- **Industry:** Marine Conservation, Wildlife Research
- **Location:** Hillsdale, Michigan, USA
- **Service Area:** Worldwide
- **Phone:** (888) 565-0171
- **Website:** [https://encfund.org](https://encfund.org)
- **Alternate Domain:** [https://encfund.com](https://encfund.com)
- **Founder:** Rachel Dreyer (Zoology, Michigan State University; Mote Marine Laboratory 2009-2014)

## Contact Information

- **Phone:** [(888) 565-0171](tel:18885650171)
- **Website:** [https://encfund.org](https://encfund.org)

## Mission

Dedicated to the research, protection, and preservation of sharks, rays, and skates worldwide through scientific research, education programs, and conservation advocacy.

## Core Programs

### Research
Funds and conducts studies on shark nursery habitats, migration patterns, and population dynamics. Flagship program: Shark Nursery Research Initiative.

### Education
Develops programs addressing misconceptions about sharks, rays, and skates and their critical ecological role in ocean ecosystems.

### Protection
Advocates for marine protected areas and sustainable fishing practices to preserve elasmobranch species.

### Collaboration
Partners with researchers, governments, and communities globally to advance conservation goals.

## Key Research Focus Areas

- Shark Nursery Research Initiative (flagship program)
- Migration pattern tracking
- Population recovery documentation
- Ecosystem impact studies

## Protected Species of Focus

- Great White Shark (Vulnerable)
- Scalloped Hammerhead (Critically Endangered)
- Giant Manta Ray (Endangered)
- Whale Shark (Endangered)

## Pages

- [Home](https://encfund.org/)
- [About](https://encfund.org/about/)
- [Mission](https://encfund.org/mission/)
- [Research](https://encfund.org/research/)
- [Species](https://encfund.org/species/)
- [Donate](https://encfund.org/donate/)
- [Contact](https://encfund.org/contact/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://encfund.org/privacy-policy/)
- [Terms of Use](https://encfund.org/terms-of-use/)

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Last Updated: 2026-03-22