Surdna Foundation

"The Surdna Foundation was founded in 1917 by John Emory Andrus to pursue a range of philanthropic purposes.... Today, the foundation seeks to foster sustainable communities in the United States—communities guided by principles of social justice and distinguished by healthy environments, strong local economies, and thriving cultures."

While not one of the major funders of anti-fishing anti-fishing movement, Surdna has provided them with on the order of $3 million in grants. This includes $320,000 to the Cape Cod Commercial Hook Fishermen's Association (link), $1,015,000 to the Marine Conservation Biology Institute (link), $300,000 to the Marine Fish Conservation Network (link) and $415,000 to the Pew Trusts.