Cascadia Research Collective
Research ServicesWashington, United States11-50 Employees
Cascadia Research Collective, a non-profit research organization based in Olympia, Washington, has a long history of scientific study and education dating back to 1979. The group conducts research focused on marine mammal and bird biology, animal behavior, ecology, and pollution ecology, and emphasizes dissemination of results through peer‑reviewed literature as well as educational outreach to diverse audiences, from scientists to schoolchildren. Its work is supported by grants and contracts from government agencies, and the organization operates across field sites in the Pacific Northwest and other coastal regions, demonstrating a broad geographic scope for its field research. The collective situates itself within the research services sector, aiming to provide rigorous scientific insights and public education without incorporating marketing or promotional language. The organization is based in downtown Olympia and operates as a Washington state corporation with tax‑exempt status under 501(c)(3).