Celebrate Sea Turtle Day in June with the Texas State Aquarium and Raising Cane’s

Raising Cane’s customers can support wildlife rescue and rehabilitation on June 12th and June 16th just by mentioning the Texas State Aquarium when purchasing a meal.

Corpus Christi, TX – Sea Turtle Day is on June 16th, 2026 and Raising Cane’s customers can support wildlife resiliency in Texas with two special fundraising events benefiting wildlife rescue at participating Raising Cane’s locations in Corpus Christi and Portland, TX. Join the Texas State Aquarium and Raising Cane’s on Friday, June 12th and Tuesday, June 16th, for the opportunity to give back to wildlife.

Proceeds from Raising Cane’s Portland and Raising Cane’s Corpus Christi locations on June 12th and June 16th will go towards the wildlife rescue program at the Texas State Aquarium. Customers can mention the Texas State Aquarium fundraiser at the register, or use the code RCFUND96 online or in the mobile app, and Raising Cane’s will donate 15% of net sales to the Port Corpus Christi Center for Wildlife Rescue.

Participating Locations:

  • 3044 US-181, Portland, TX 78374
  • 5425 S. Padre Island Dr. Corpus Christi, TX 78411

Raising Cane’s will be on-site at the Texas State Aquarium on both days from 10:00 am to 4:00 p.m. for guests to connect and learn more. Ticket purchase is required for admission into the Aquarium. Raising Cane’s has been a strong champion of Texas wildlife and advancing the Aquarium’s mission.

The Port of Corpus Christi Center for Wildlife Rescue at the Texas State Aquarium is one of the largest coastal wildlife rescue facilities in the nation, purpose-built to care for marine mammals, sea turtles, and other protected species. The facility includes specialized treatment areas, an emergency operations center, and advanced diagnostic tools that support precise medical treatment. Over 6,000 rehabilitated animals have been released since the wildlife rescue program’s start in 1995.

“We are grateful for Raising Cane’s shared dedication and generous support of our mission of wildlife conservation and resiliency in South Texas” said Jesse Gilbert, Texas State Aquarium President & CEO. “Their commitment is instrumental as we continue advancing our wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts at the Port Corpus Christi Center for Wildlife Rescue.”

To learn more about the Port Corpus Christi Center for Wildlife Rescue and the aquarium’s conservation initiatives visit Wildlife Rescue Center – Texas State Aquarium.

About Texas State Aquarium

The Texas State Aquarium (TSA), the Official Aquarium of the State of Texas, is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) institution that is fully accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Its mission is to engage people with animals, inspire appreciation for our seas and support wildlife conservation. TSA, the largest Aquarium in Texas, cares for over 4,000 animals and has been named the #5 Best Aquarium in North America by USA Today. Learn more at texasstateaquarium.org.

About Raising Cane’s

With 1,000+ Restaurants around the world and plans to open nearly 100 new Restaurants in 2026 alone, Raising Cane’s is one of the fastest-growing Restaurant Brands. The Chicken Finger Brand, founded in 1996 by owner and founder Todd Graves, is also expanding internationally, debuting its first Mexico Restaurant this year and first UK Restaurant in early 2027. The company plans to be one of the top 10 Restaurant Brands in the United States and is known for its ONE LOVE® – Craveable Chicken Finger Meals® – which includes the iconic “Cane’s Sauce®” – named the #1 most craveable sauce in the Restaurant industry and most craveable chicken. For more information, visit raisingcanes.com

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Texas State Aquarium Contact:

Jennifer Vela

Chief Government Affairs, Marketing & Communications Officer

361.653.2655

Raising Cane’s Contact:

Shayna Kobuck

Public Relations Specialist, Fry Cook & Cashier

254-659-0474