Waitt Foundation is an independent non-profit private foundation based in La Jolla, California. Established in 1993, the primary mission of the foundation is to protect and restore ocean health. The foundation funds initiatives globally with a focus on marine protected areas and sustainable fishing policy and practice. The assets of the foundation are managed by the board of directors.Waitt Foundation's investment portfolio is valued at over $150.71 million, with investments in domestic and international equity, fixed income, hedge fund, real assets & natural resources, real estate, private equity, and cash.