Archaeology is exciting, but expensive.
Whether it's under the shadow of the Pyramids, in a Utah desert or yes, on the bottom of an ocean, archaeological discovery takes a lot of time and people. Underwater archaeology is almost always much more expensive than land digging. It must have new technologies and equipment to do the same job. The Denbigh Project does not receive public funding, and is entirely supported by generous gifts from excited individuals like you as well as corporations and foundations. The Denbigh Project has also received substantial donated support such as services and equipment from many interested companies and individuals.