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SHARK ANGELS INC FORMERLY PATH
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 421603535 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Small ($100K-$1M) · sharkangels.org
revenue
$172K
expenses
$179K
net assets
$167K
employees
0
program ratio
7%
mission · from form 990

EDUCATION AND PUBLIC AWARENESS OF SHARKS AND THE OCEANS

profile · synthesized from sources

Shark Angels Inc, formerly PATH, is a nonprofit focused on shark and ocean education, public awareness, and conservation leadership development. The organization runs educational programs for children and the public, advocates for shark protection policies, and mentors college students in marine science through hands-on conservation work in policy, advocacy, and science communication. Its programs operate globally with a focus on building long-term capacity in shark conservation.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $0
    SHARK ANGELS U - DELIVERED 500 HOURS OF ENGAGING EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS IN PERSON AND REMOTE TO AUDIENCES OF ALL AGES WORLDWIDE, FOSTERING KNOWLEDGE AND AWARENESS TO INSPIRE ACTION IN PROTECTING SHARKS AND THEIR VITAL ROLE IN MARINE ECOSYSTEMS. GAVE 100 STUDENTS SHARK ANGELS PRODUCED SHARK MATERIALS
  2. #2 $0
    EARN YOUR WINGS MENTORSHIP PROGRAM - MENTORED SEVEN COLLEGE STUDENTS STUDYING MARINE AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES, PROVIDING HANDS-ON EXPERIENCE AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT TO PREPARE THEM FOR CAREERS IN THEIR FIELD. THROUGH RESEARCH, CONSERVATION PROJECTS, AND REAL-WORLD APPLICATIONS, THESE STUDENTS GAINED VALUABLE INSIGHTS AND PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGE TO SUPPORT THEIR FUTURE SUCCESS IN MARINE SCIENCE.
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Fin Free
Advocacy initiative supporting shark fin bans through petitions, educational presentations, and collaboration with local chapters in states including New York, New Jersey, and Florida
Shark Angels U
Provides engaging in-person and remote educational presentations on shark conservation to global audiences of all ages; delivered 500 hours of programming and educational materials to 100 students
Shark Cherubs
Delivers hands-on shark and ocean education to children in 8 countries across 3 continents; includes development of educational materials such as a 52-page activity book, stickers, and brochures
Shark Conservation Internship Program
Mentors college and graduate students in marine science through hands-on work in policy, advocacy, science communication, and nonprofit operations; includes over 40 interns mentored and 10,000+ hours of conservation work produced
activities · 6 groups

What they do

  • Marine and Coastal Education Programs 3 activities
    • Deliver shark and ocean education programs
      Provides in-person and remote educational presentations, online learning programs, and bite-sized content to schools and global audiences, reaching thousands of children and adults. Produces and distributes educational materials including activity books, brochures, stickers, and a monthly newsletter (Monthly Chomps) profiling shark species and conservation actions.
    • Mentor students and emerging marine scientists
      Offers hands-on mentorship through the Earn Your Wings program and internships, equipping college students and the public with skills in shark research, communication, and advocacy. Mentored over 40 future shark scientists and provided more than 1,000 hours of direct mentorship.
    • Organize shark-focused ecotourism and public engagement expeditions
      Hosts educational travel experiences and shark expeditions involving scuba diving with species such as reef and tiger sharks to promote conservation engagement and demonstrate the economic value of live sharks through eco-tourism.
  • Animal Protection Advocacy & Campaigns 1 activity
    • Conduct shark conservation advocacy campaigns
      Advocates for shark fin trade bans and anti-finning legislation through petitions, sign-on letters, and educational outreach; supports the establishment of shark sanctuaries; conducts undercover investigations in multiple countries to expose illegal shark finning and trade; generates media coverage to shift public perception of sharks.
  • Ocean Ecosystem Restoration & Research 1 activity
    • Develop and maintain shark conservation resources
      Produces and expands the Shark Laws and Loopholes Resource Guide, analyzes and translates scientific studies into accessible public content, and maintains a resource library with up-to-date shark information and educational materials.
  • Volunteer Engagement and Capacity Support 1 activity
    • Engage volunteers and the public in conservation efforts
      Recruits and involves volunteers from diverse backgrounds in shark conservation programs, advocacy, and content creation. Mobilizes public participation through campaigns like Remove the Nets and shark adoption programs.
  • Animal Welfare Fundraising Events 1 activity
    • Host fundraising initiatives for conservation programs
      Organizes an annual charity auction featuring dive trips, shark artwork, and scuba gear, and partners with businesses to receive portions of sales revenue from shark-themed products to fund conservation, education, and mentorship initiatives.
  • Digital Communications and Content Management 1 activity
    • Operate digital outreach and social media campaigns
      Manages social media channels on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter to promote shark conservation, and develops public-facing science quizzes and online content to engage broad audiences.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$172K
Contributions & grants$51K30%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$121K
expenses
Total expenses$179K
Program expenses7%
Admin / overhead48%
Fundraising45%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$186K
Cash$165K
Investments$0
Liabilities$20K
Net assets$167K
Liquid reserves11.1 mo
5 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -12.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 8
  • HENRY LOUIS — Trustee
  • JAMIE POLLACK — Executive Dir.
  • JULIE ANDERSON — Trustee
  • LIZ PARKINSON — Trustee
  • MARC BAUMAN — Trustee
  • SHARI IACONE — Trustee
  • STEPHEN JENKINS — Trustee
  • TROY DAYTON — Trustee
relationships · 27

Who they work with

  • DAVOSA Partner — Partners with Shark Angels to release a limited edition dive watch, donating $5,000 per watch sold to support global shark conservation projects and educational programs.
  • Facebook Partner — Used to distribute daily shark education content ("Daily Bite")
  • Florida Government — Supported advocacy for shark fin bans in Florida
  • Florida Gulf Coast University Partner — Hosts marine science students participating in the Shark Angels internship program.
  • Florida Safe Seas Act (H.R. 3831) Government — Engages with proposed federal legislation regarding shark feeding in Florida's waters, analyzing its implications for shark research, tourism, and conservation.
  • Google Government — Uses Google reCAPTCHA tool on website to prevent spam.
  • INDO BOARD Partner — Partners with Shark Angels by donating proceeds from the sale of a whale shark-themed balance board to support shark and ocean conservation.
  • IUCN Red List of Threatened Species Network — References IUCN Red List data to inform and support shark conservation messaging.
  • IUCN Shark Specialist Group Network — Collaborates with or references findings from the IUCN Shark Specialist Group in global shark conservation assessments.
  • Instagram Partner — Used to distribute daily shark education content ("Daily Bite")
  • JAWSOME COFFEE Partner — Supports Shark Angels by donating a portion of every coffee purchase to shark conservation efforts.
  • Massachusetts Government — Supported advocacy for shark fin bans in Massachusetts
  • New Jersey Government — Supported advocacy for shark fin bans in New Jersey
  • New York Government — Supported advocacy for shark fin bans in New York
  • OutIn Partner — Collaborates with Shark Angels by donating 5% of revenue from a special ocean-blue portable espresso machine to support shark conservation.
  • PAPAGO Partner — Donates 20% of sales from its Shark Week edition sunglasses to Shark Angels to support shark conservation.
  • Papua Diving Resorts Partner — Supports Shark Angels through annual donations to global shark conservation efforts.
  • Pennsylvania Government — Supported advocacy for shark fin bans in Pennsylvania
  • Purple Shark Studios Partner — Donates 10% of all sales to Shark Angels to support shark conservation.
  • Remove the Nets Partner — Collaborative initiative to remove fishing nets and protect sharks through community action.
  • Shark Angels Partner — Participated in multiple Shark Angels expeditions focused on shark conservation and ocean ecosystem health.
  • Twitter Partner — Used to distribute daily shark education content ("Daily Bite")
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington Partner — Hosts students participating in the Shark Angels internship program.
  • University of Plymouth Partner — Hosts graduate students participating in the Shark Angels internship program.
  • University of Virginia Partner — Hosts undergraduate students participating in the Shark Angels internship program.
  • other nonprofits Partner — Collaborates with other nonprofits to advance shark fin trade bans and anti-finning laws.
  • shark scientists Partner — Collaborates with shark scientists to communicate research and support conservation efforts.
strategies · 5

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Cultural Narrative Reframing Through Media
    methodology: cultural-narrative-reframing
    By using strategic communication, storytelling, and positive media framing, we shift public perception of sharks from feared predators to ecologically vital species, because cultural narratives shape policy and individual action.
  • Ecotourism-Driven Economic Valuation
    methodology: economic valuation of wildlife
    By promoting shark ecotourism, we produce conservation outcomes through economic incentives, because communities protect live sharks when they are more valuable alive than dead.
  • Education as Foundation for Conservation Action
    methodology: education-for-conservation
    By using science-based education to correct misconceptions and build understanding of shark behavior and ecology, we produce long-term behavioral change and public advocacy, because knowledge fosters empathy and responsibility.
  • Fear-to-Fascination Transformation
    methodology: fear-to-fascination
    By transforming public fear of sharks into fascination through education and personal engagement, we produce sustained public support for conservation, because emotional resonance increases willingness to act.
  • Non-Field Conservation Career Development
    methodology: focus on non-field conservation careers
    By training students in policy, advocacy, fundraising, and science communication, we produce a pipeline of career-ready conservationists, because most conservation work occurs outside the field and requires professional skills beyond biology.