Shark Angels, a U.S. based non-profit, is launching their Shark Week auction today (August 7th) via global charity auction site, Charitybuzz, (charitybuzz.com/sharkangels) one of the world’s leading auction platforms. Items are up for bid until August 20th, including unbelievable dive expeditions around the globe, shark artwork, sporting event tickets, and, of course, lots of shark themed items.

By bidding on these amazing auction items, you’ll fuel critical campaigns like Shark Angels’ FinFree and Shark Cherubs programs and play a vital role in protecting not just a threatened species, but also the world’s oceans. Shark Angels employs grassroots outreach, creative media, and educational campaigns aimed at inspiring a global movement to save sharks – and the ecosystems they keep healthy. And it’s working – for over five years, Shark Angels has been involved in some of the most well-known and highest impact ocean conservation programs around the world.

Last year 3.2 million people tuned in to Shark Week across the US, which is why Shark Angels have chosen Shark Week to hold their auction. Threats against sharks, such as finning and overfishing are causing shark populations to diminish at an unsustainable rate. Media heavily influences the minds of individuals around the world and has instilled in them a fear of sharks. Shark Angels dispels the myth that sharks are man eating monsters through education and advocacy campaigns. Shark Week was created to raise awareness and respect for sharks and that is what Shark Angels work to do everyday.

“We’ve been thrilled with the support from our partners and are very excited about this experiential auction,” says executive director, Julie Andersen. “Like the angels – and the animals they protect – it is truly unique.” Ms. Andersen hopes the auction will earn enough to fuel Shark Angels’ innovative education and advocacy programs to protect sharks, the ocean’s apex species.  “The health of the world’s oceans depends on healthy shark populations, and every creature on earth depends on healthy oceans for survival. This is a tangible way to ensure your donations make a very real difference.”

You can help by checking out the items, bidding, and spreading news of the auction far and wide. Sharks, healthy oceans, and a committed organization dedicated to their preservation are depending on it.  “We’ve done a lot with a little. But now we need your help,” continued Julie.

Charitybuzz raises funds for nonprofits around the globe through online auctions with the world’s most recognizable celebrities and brands. Featuring access to acclaimed actors and musicians, business and political leaders, sports stars, luxury travel, couture fashion, rare memorabilia and more, Charitybuzz brings its online community of bidders exclusive opportunities to live their dreams and make a difference.

The Shark Angels online auction for Shark Week can be found here. For more information about Shark Angels, visit sharkangels.org.