OCEAN INSTITUTE

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OCEAN INSTITUTE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to marine science, history, and environmental education, providing experiential programming to schools, youth groups, and the public. With an operating budget of $5.2 million and total revenue of $4.2 million in 2023, the organization offers field trips, summer camps, public cruises, and exhibits to enhance knowledge about the ocean and maritime history. OCEAN INSTITUTE does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue and operates from its oceanfront campus, as detailed on its website, www.oceaninstitute.org.
Mission Statement
THE OCEAN INSTITUTE PROVIDES EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING TO SCHOOLS, YOUTH GROUPS, AND THE PUBLIC TO DEVELOP KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THE OCEAN AND MARITIME HISTORY. WE EMBODY OUR MOTTO, "EXPERIENCE IS THE TEACHER" THROUGH FIELD TRIPS, SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS, PUBLIC CRUISES AND EXHIBITS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND SPEAKERS, AND GUIDED TOURS ON AND AROUND OUR OCEANFRONT CAMPUS.
Cause Areas
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Environment
Science
Marine science
History
Religion
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is OCEAN INSTITUTE’s budget?
In 2023, OCEAN INSTITUTE reported an annual operating budget of around $5.2 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does OCEAN INSTITUTE support?
OCEAN INSTITUTE supports work in Environment, Science, Marine science, History, and Religion.
Where does OCEAN INSTITUTE operate?
OCEAN INSTITUTE is headquartered in Dana Point, CA.
Who funded OCEAN INSTITUTE recently?
In 2024, OCEAN INSTITUTE received grants from The Shanahan Family Charitable Foundation, SWENSON FAMILY FOUNDATION, and NICHOLAS ENDOWMENT. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant OCEAN INSTITUTE received in 2024?
The largest grant to OCEAN INSTITUTE in 2024 exceeds $300 thousand.
What is OCEAN INSTITUTE’s reliance on government grants?
OCEAN INSTITUTE relied on government grants for more than 5% of their total revenue in 2023.
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