Stuart, Florida – Ocean Gate General Contractors is a proud sponsor of the Florida Oceanographic Society’s 9th annual fundraiser, Swashbuckler 2008 “Starry Night, Pirates Delight”, at the Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center on Hutchinson Island on March 6th from 6 PM to 11 PM. As the Polaris Treasure Tent Sponsor, Ocean Gate donated $7,500 to help set the stage for a fun filled evening of pirates, entertainment, food and more. Proceeds from the event will be used for the Center’s educational programs.

 

“At Ocean Gate, we’re environmentally conscious and we look for opportunities to help educate the public about the importance of preserving our ecosystems and using our resources wisely,” said Mark MacDonald, president of Ocean Gate General Contractors. “This event is a great way for us to contribute to the enhancement of environmental education in Martin County.”

 

The Florida Oceanographic Society is a non-profit organization founded in 1964 by James H. Rand and five community leaders. The founding directors envisioned the organization to support the study of marine sciences and to disseminate information to the public. Its mission is to protect, preserve and restore Florida’s ocean and coastal ecosystems through education, research and personal stewardship. For more information about the Florida Oceanographic Society or the Swashbuckler call 772-225-0505 x 109 or visit www.floridaoceanographic.org.

 

With origins dating back to 1972 as Ocean Gate Builders, Ocean Gate General Contractors was founded in 2001 by President Mark MacDonald. The company facilitates new commercial construction for governmental, public and private sectors, and developments with a diverse clientele statewide. Ocean Gate’s “client-first” methodology has led to a unique benefit of direct communication and streamlined building success, with a dedication to serve clients and the community for a higher standard of service. Ocean Gate General Contractors is centrally located at 2854 SE Federal Highway in Stuart. For more information, call 772-283-6744 or visit www.oceangategc.com.