History of Touch Tanks for Kids
Touch Tanks for Kids is a federally recognized 501 c 3 nonprofit corporation The organization’s 
mission includes advancing a grassroots environmental movement that improves the educational process while motivating more people to promote sustainability in our environment and to enhance enthusiasm about studying science and other subjects.
Since Touch Tanks for Kids was established on July 1, 2005, the organization has helped over 100 schools, museums, environmental centers, and other educational programs purchase teaching aquariums something that has proven valuable in teaching students about the environment and the delicate ecosystems that support life on our planet.
Touch Tanks for Kids is committed to its vision of improving environmental awareness through the use of real life learning habitats in the classroom and is thrilled to expand our programs to nature’s classroom.
When we established Touch Tanks for Kids, our primary focus was helping teachers pay for teaching aquariums and we still believe this is important work. AND, NOW, we have expanded our programs to include scholarships for students, veterans, seniors, and others that are interested in attending academic enrichment programs to include summer camps, college classes and other educational programs that support learning and environmental stewardship.
Our hopes include helping more people experience the beauty of nature so that they learn, grow and develop a deep appreciation for the delicate ecosystem that support life.
The organization offers aquarium grants, educational scholarships and works with educators to create fundraising plans that help reduce the environmental impact on the planet in concert with helping schools and other nonprofits identify environmentally focused funding opportunities.
To apply for an aquarium grant, scholarship or to add a program or product to our list of recommend educational programs or learning tools, call 207-944-9852 or email touchtanks@gmail.com
Properly educated children are the key to the future of environmental protection. Please review this children’s book – The Little Wave: An Adventure in Earthly Care – Part One at http://www.thelittlewave.com .
Follow the journey of a little wave as it travels down a watery trail, encountering creatures along the way who explain mankind’s careless misuse of natural resources. This beautifully illustrated environmental story, written in rhyme, teaches young and old that abusing the planet does not come without consequences, but even the smallest positive change in behavior can make a big difference.
Short Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EKDUFwGJAeo&feature=youtu.be
Perhaps this is a book you can use as a fund-raising item.
Please let me know your thoughts.
Thank you,
Steve Lamoreaux