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FPTower Inc. In the News:
FPTower Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization at the forefront of maritime safety, environmental research, and coastal resilience. While our work is anchored by the historic Frying Pan Tower™ off the coast of North Carolina, our impact reaches across our oceans through innovative programmatic initiatives.
Our mission-driven work has garnered attention for:
Pioneering Research
Serving as an offshore “living laboratory” where scientists and researchers study the pulse of the Atlantic and the health of our ocean ecosystems.
Maritime Safety Innovation
Leveraging the tower’s unique position 32 miles offshore to advance navigation support and provide a critical sanctuary for mariners.
Coastal Resilience & Stewardship
Protecting the vibrant reef ecosystems beneath the waves and fostering educational programs that inspire the next generation of ocean advocates.
Through a commitment to science, safety, and sustainability, FPTower Inc. is creating a lasting legacy that ensures a more resilient future for our oceans and those who navigate them.
FPTower Inc. Launches 2026 “Save A Life” Raffle to
Troop 443’s Unforgettable Conservation Adventure
Celebrating 60 Years with the Frying Pan Tower
FPTower Inc. Receives Grant to Further Its
Frying Pan Tower Graces the Pages of North Beach
Illuminating A Sustainable Future for Frying Pan
Viral sensation Frying Pan Tower flag up for auction after Florence
October 1, 2018
Source: The Charlotte Observer
American flag that survived Hurricane Florence as millions watched live on camera while flying on Frying Pan Tower was auctioned to raise money for the American Red Cross to support victims of Hurricane Florence.
Frying Pan Tower flag auctioned off for nearly $11K to benefit Hurricane Florence victims
October 1, 2018
Source: WTVD | ABC News 11 | Southport, NC
The American flag that once sat on top of the Frying Pan Tower has been auctioned off to help the victims of Hurricane Florence.
COVID-19 – Social Distancing from the Middle of the Atlantic Ocean
April 23, 2020
Source: Weather.com
Richard Neal decided to self-isolate and work from home by moving into his ocean getaway office. It just happens that it’s 85 feet up, surrounded by sharks and 30 miles out to sea.