Become a Friend of the Lobster Institute!

Our Friends group is growing, thanks to the dedication of time and financial support from many people who wish to see the Lobster Institute continue its mission of research and education related to the lobster industry. Now, you too, have a chance to become a Friend of the lobster industry -- and the Institute that serves it.

As a Friend of the Lobster Institute, you will receive a unique membership card to signify that you are a dedicated Friend. You will also receive the Institute’s quarterly newsletter, the Lobster Bulletin which will keep you abreast with the ongoing projects being worked on by the Institute. And a number of other benefits as well (see below).

We invite not only people within the industry but all those who want to see lobster and the lobster industry thrive. Lobstering is not only a way to make a living, it is a way of life -- steeped with heritage and traditions. Working with the lobstermen and all those involved with the fishery, the Lobster Institute strives to preserve and protect this cultural icon.

Click here to give online via credit card through our secure link to the University of Maine Alumni Association. Remember to designate your gift to the Lobster Institute. Or, take a moment to print the Friends of the Lobster Institute enrollment form, fill out the information, and send it with your payment to the address indicated.
Thank you!

“I'm convinced that the Friends will
eventually be the cornerstone of the Lobster Institute's ultimate goal: the creation of a research endowment which will help to ensure a healthy and sustainable lobster fishery well into the next century.”

Will Bland

Chair,
Friends of the Lobster Institute

Questions? Call 207-581-2751 or fax 207-581-2744
E-mail: Cathy Billings

CHOOSE FROM ANY ONE OF THESE GIVING LEVELS

INDIVIDUAL

$25-$49 Friend

$50-$99 Associate

$100-$499 Shoal Society

$500 - $999 Heritage Guild

$1000-$4,999 Highliner Club

$5,000 - $9,999 Edward A. Blackmore Federation

$10,000+ “Blue Lobster” League

INDUSTRY

$100 - $499 Friend

$500 - $999 Associate

$1000 - $4,999 Supporter

$5,000 - $9,999 Partner

$10,000+ Benefactor

As a Friend of the Lobster Institute, you will receive the following benefits:

Benefits	Friend	Associate	Shoal Society	Heritage Guild	Highliner Club	Blackmore Federation	Blue Lobster League	Industry Friends
Tax deduction *	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Guaranteed Subscription to the Lobster Bulletin	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Friends Membership Card	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Listing in Annual Report	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
Lobster Institute Decal	*	*	*	*	*	*	*	*
10% merchandise discount			*
20% merchandise discount				*	*	*	*
Invitations to all special events					*	*	*	*
Lobster Institute pin						*
Blue Lobster pin							*
Access to the Institute’s scientific library and consulting services.								*

INDIVIDUAL

INDUSTRY

Benefits