Florida Bay Forever
Proceeds from the tag support Everglades National Park.
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Specialty Plate FAQs
How do I get my Florida Bay Forever Specialty Plate?
The Florida Bay Forever license plate is now available across the state at any authorized motor vehicle office (e.g., state motor vehicle office, local tax collector office or license plate tag agency).
Motor Vehicle Service locations https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/ Find your tax collector by following this link: https://floridataxcollectors.com/your-tax-collector/
What if I have a pre-sale voucher?
If you purchased or received a free Pre-Sale Voucher your FBF specialty tag is ready to be picked up across the state at any authorized motor vehicle office (e.g., state motor vehicle office, local tax collector office or license plate tag agency).
Motor Vehicle Service locations https://www.flhsmv.gov/locations/ Find your tax collector by following this link: https://floridataxcollectors.com/your-tax-collector/
You do not need your paper voucher to redeem your tag. Your voucher is linked to your driver’s license number and in the State’s database. The vehicle owner must match the voucher holder – just bring in your registration and driver’s license to redeem your tag.
You do not need to wait until your tag is due for renewal to get your new plate.
What if I lost my pre-sale voucher?
You do not need your paper voucher to redeem your tag. Your voucher is linked to your driver’s license number and in the State’s database. The vehicle owner must match the voucher holder – just bring in your registration and driver’s license to redeem your tag.
Does the purchase of a specialty plate cover the cost of my renewal?
The annual specialty plate fee ($25) is donated to the Florida National Parks Association in support of Florida Bay in Everglades National Park.
You will still need to pay your normal registration fees as outlined by your local tax collector’s office. Please visit https://www.flhsmv.gov/fees/ for information on motor vehicle registration fees.
The use of a specialty license plate is a voluntary purchase and can be discontinued at any time.
Can I customize my Specialty Plate?
Yes, specialty plates can be customized. More information and instructions can be found here: https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/personalized-specialty-license-plates/specialty-license-plates/
If you already have a personalized tag number, you can transfer your tag number to your new Florida Bay Forever plate.
Can I gift a Specialty Plate to someone?
The FLHSMV Department has authorized the issuance of specialty license plate gift certificates. The program allows anyone to purchase a specialty license plate as a gift for a motor vehicle registrant.
This gift certificate program works much like any gift certificate. Upon payment of the statutorily authorized annual use fee, a gift certificate may be purchased at any authorized motor vehicle office (e.g., state motor vehicle office, local tax collector office or license plate tag agency) for any of the specialty license plates currently available in Florida. At the time of purchase, a receipt will be provided, and a credit will be issued in the name of the gift recipient, which can then be redeemed by the recipient at the time the specialty license plate is purchased. The gift certificate does not have to be purchased and redeemed at the same office. The gift certificate is not required to be presented to redeem the credit, just proper identification (i.e. Florida driver’s license or ID card). Once the gift certificate is purchased, the money is given to the sponsoring plate entity as specified by Florida Statutes. Therefore, refunds are not available for gift certificates.
We believe that specialty license plates will make great gifts, and that this program will provide a great opportunity to promote the many causes and organizations represented by the specialty license plates. Remember that in Florida, most registrations are renewed on the birth date of the registrant, so these gift certificates can also be a great birthday gift.
What if I have more questions?
If you have more questions regarding the Florida Bay Forever plate please contact us directly at (305) 247-1216 or send us a message at hello@evergladesassociation.org
You can also visit Florida Highway of Saftey and Motor Vehicles https://www.flhsmv.gov/motor-vehicles-tags-titles/personalized-specialty-license-plates/specialty-license-plates/
Seagrass Restoration
Marine Debris Removal
Fishing Programs
Water Quality
Boater Education
Fisheries Monitoring
Navigation Aids
Biocorps Internship
The Florida Bay Forever Specialty Plate is now in full production.
THANK YOU!
Long Term Funding Priorities
The proceeds from the Florida Bay Forever specialty plate will support conservation, education, and scientific programs in Everglades National Parks, including water cleanup, removal of derelict vessels, seagrass restoration, and aids to navigation, as well as long term funding projects. These long term priorities include wilderness waterway chickees, waterway trail maintenance, law enforcement staff support, interpretation staff support, historic fish cleaning stations, and Everglades environmental education programs.
Specialty plate vouchers can be purchased online, at all county tax collector offices, and tag agencies in Florida for $25 plus applicable charges.
Wilderness Chickees
Trail Maintenance
Law Enforcement
Interpretation Support
Historic Fish Cleaning
Environmental Education
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Florida Bay Forever Makes a Difference
“I am excited that this plate is finally moving forward and that it could potentially provide a significant ongoing revenue stream to improve park operations and visitor amenities. This is not only important to the Park but is also beneficial to the "Gateway" City of Homestead.”
Stephen ShelleyCouncilman
“With the Florida Bay Forever tag officially underway, we are connecting a network of Floridians to the Park –in a way that not only raises awareness but will deliver important funding to Florida Bay and the Everglades.”
Jessica PierceExecutive Director of the FNPA
“Yes, the tag displays my photograph, but it is much bigger than me. It’s a simple way to support a National Park that has given so much to so many. With everyone’s help, this tag can make an enormous positive impact.”
Robert L. ChaplinPhotographer and author of the Florida Bay Forever image