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OCEANIC GLOBAL FOUNDATION CORP
NEW YORK, NY · EIN 814694803 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE C20 · Environment · Medium ($1M-$10M) · oceanic.global
revenue
$1.7M
expenses
$1.9M
net assets
$388K
employees
10
volunteers
650
program ratio
77%
mission · from form 990

FOUNDED IN 2016, OCEANIC GLOBAL (OG) RECONNECTS HUMANITY TO THE OCEAN AS THE BEATING HEART OF THE EARTH, AND PROVIDES TANGIBLE SOLUTIONS AND BLUEPRINTS FOR COEXISTING IN HARMONY WITH THE NATURAL WORLD. THE 501C3 NON-PROFIT BUILDS TOOLS, MOBILIZES COMMUNITIES, AND DEVELOPS EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND STANDARDS THAT INSPIRE GLOBAL ACTION AND CATALYZE CROSS-SECTOR CHANGE. IN 2018, OCEANIC GLOBAL LAUNCHED THE BLUE STANDARD (BLUE), A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND CROSS INDUSTRY STANDARD THAT ESTABLISHES UNIVERSAL ACCOUNTABILITY FOR RESPONSIBLE BUSINESS LEADERSHIP, WITH OVER 400+ GLOBAL BUSINESSES IN 30+ COUNTRIES AND 7 GLOBAL GOVERNMENTS ENGAGED TO DATE. OCEANIC GLOBAL IS BASED IN BROOKLYN, NEW YORK WITH INTERNATIONAL HUBS AND VOLUNTEER BASES IN NEW YORK, LONDON, LOS ANGELES, BARCELONA, TULUM, AND HONG KONG. REFLECTIVE OF ITS GLOBAL REACH, THE ORGANIZATION HAS ADDITIONALLY BEEN THE OFFICIAL NON-PROFIT AND PRODUCTION CONTRIBUTOR TO UNITED NATIONS WORLD OCEANS DAY SINCE 2019.

profile · synthesized from sources

Oceanic Global Foundation is a nonprofit founded in 2016 that reconnects humanity to the ocean through tools, education, and cross-sector initiatives. It develops sustainability standards like the Blue Standard, mobilizes volunteer hubs globally, and partners with businesses and governments to advance ocean conservation. Based in Brooklyn, New York, it operates internationally with a focus on accountability, community engagement, and systemic change.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024

What they reported doing

  1. #1 primary $60K
    THE BLUE STANDARD IS OCEANIC GLOBAL'S INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS PROGRAM THAT HELPS BUSINESSES ADOPT MEASURABLE SUSTAINABILITY PRACTICES THROUGH CONSULTING, ADVISORY SUPPORT, AND THIRD-PARTY VERIFICATION. BLUE WORKS WITH PARTNERS ACROSS HOSPITALITY, TOURISM, CONSUMER GOODS, AND OTHER SECTORS TO ELIMINATE SINGLE-USE PLASTICS, IMPLEMENT CIRCULAR SYSTEMS, AND COMMUNICATE VERIFIED IMPACT. THROUGH TAILORED FRAMEWORKS AND OPEN-SOURCE TOOLS, BLUE EMPOWERED ORGANIZATIONS OF ALL SIZES TO ADVANCE ACCOUNTABILITY AND CONTRIBUTE TO PROTECTING OUR BLUE PLANET.
  2. #2 $90K
    VOLUNTEER HUBSOCEANIC GLOBAL HUBS ARE REGIONAL VOLUNTEER-BASED EXTENSIONS OF THE OCEANIC GLOBAL TEAM, DESIGNED TO DRIVE LOCALIZED IMPACT ON A GLOBAL SCALE. HUB LEADERSHIP RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM OUR HEADQUARTERS IN CARRYING OUT THE BROADER OCEANIC GLOBAL MISSION BY HOSTING EVENTS, IMPLEMENTING THE BLUE STANDARD AND OTHER INDUSTRY SOLUTIONS AMONGST LOCAL STAKEHOLDERS. PRIMARILY SITUATED IN COASTAL CITIES, THE HUBS ALSO WORK WITH LOCAL DECISION-MAKERS TO SUPPORT CONSERVATION EFFORTS AND TO HELP SET NEW PRECEDENTS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP WITHIN THEIR REGIONS.
named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

Blue Consultant Network
Network of over 130 consultants who support businesses in adopting the Blue Standard and transitioning to sustainable operations.
Blue Standard
Industry solutions program that helps businesses adopt measurable sustainability practices through consulting, advisory support, and third-party verification, focusing on eliminating single-use plastics and implementing circular systems.
United Nations World Oceans Day
Annual global convening hosted in partnership with the UN, producing events since 2019 to recenter ocean narratives and promote inclusive environmental dialogue.
Volunteer Hubs
Regional volunteer-based networks in cities like New York, Los Angeles, London, and Barcelona that host events such as film screenings, beach clean-ups, and art exhibitions to drive localized impact and raise awareness.
activities · 7 groups

What they do

  • Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
    • Advance ocean policy and international advocacy
      Engages in global advocacy by influencing international policies and treaties related to ocean conservation, including seven single-use plastic bans across multiple countries, and collaborates with 175 UN member states and 8 UN organizations through sustained partnerships.
  • Marine and Coastal Education Programs 1 activity
    • Deliver education and campaign initiatives on ocean connection
      Implements educational programming and campaigns using art, science, wellness, and traditional knowledge to strengthen public understanding of the interconnectedness between ocean health and human well-being, including Blue School programs with hands-on activities like mangrove planting and coral restoration.
  • Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
    • Fund community-led conservation and resilience initiatives
      Provides grant funding to support grassroots environmental action and sustainability verification for locally owned businesses in highly impacted communities, distributing over $1.3 million to $1.5 million in grants. Includes administration of Blue Grants funded by the Sandals Foundation.
  • Global Sustainability Convenings & Forums 1 activity
    • Host global convenings and awareness events
      Organizes large-scale events, summits, and cultural festivals—including at COP27 and UN World Oceans Day—to advance ocean-climate integration, promote inclusivity in ocean governance, and inspire public action, reaching millions through live and digital platforms.
  • Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
    • Operate volunteer hubs for local conservation action
      Runs a network of 3 in-person and 1 virtual volunteer hub in coastal cities that empower local leaders to conduct recurring environmental activations such as beach cleanups, workshops, film screenings, and art exhibitions, engaging over 240,000 advocates globally.
  • Beach and Waterway Cleanup Initiatives 1 activity
    • Support plastic pollution prevention infrastructure
      Supports the deployment of 37 river interception barriers globally and organizes cleanups at over 122 beaches worldwide to prevent plastic from entering marine ecosystems, contributing to the removal of over 1 million pounds of plastic from business operations.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Administer Blue Standard certification program
      Operates the Cross-Industry Blue Standard to verify and recognize businesses and destinations committed to sustainable practices, with over 400 verified businesses globally across 58 countries. The program includes multi-tiered verification (e.g., 3-star seal) and supports plastic reduction, responsible tourism, and ocean health.
    • Build capacity of sustainability consultants and vendors
      Trains and engages a global network of over 157 consultants and 238 sustainable solution providers to support businesses in achieving Blue Verification and adopting sustainable practices.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.70M
Contributions & grants$1.49M87%
Program service revenue$191K11%
Investment income$25K1%
Other revenue$471
expenses
Total expenses$1.85M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits$940K
Grants paid out$145K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$994K
Cash$763K
Investments$0
Liabilities$606K
Net assets$388K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +4.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

paid leadership · 6
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
LEA D'AURIOL EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR 40 $125K
JACQUELYNN NICOLE PROSCIA MARKETING DIRECTOR 40 $102K
ANNA DUKOR CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER 40 $101K
NATASHA BERG DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATION 30 $72K
ROBERT MASSAR BOARD MEMBER 2 $27K
CASSIA ELIZABETH PATEL BOARD MEMBER 1 $4K
board members · 4
  • DANIEL ROMANO — BOARD MEMBER, TREASURER
  • JAMES STERNLICHT — BOARD MEMBER
  • SHELLEY KATHLEEN EMIA — BOARD MEMBER
  • VANESSA FAJANS-TURNER — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 44

Who they work with

  • 1 Hotel Partner — Partners on a documentary series focused on volunteer hubs and ocean conservation efforts.
  • 1 Hotels Partner — Alex Butler, Director of Entertainment at 1 Hotels, serves as a Blue Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • 1 Hotels Partner — Partnered with 1 Hotels to host Blue Verified community events and Ocean film screenings, integrating Oceanic Global’s mission into guest experiences.
  • Anthropogenic Partner — Cassia Elizabeth Jayani, Chief Impact Officer at Anthropogenic, previously served as Program Director at Oceanic Global and remains a board member
  • Blancpain Partner — Presenting partner and supporter of United Nations World Oceans Day events.
  • Blue Standard Network — Develops and promotes the Blue Standard as an open-source framework for sustainable practices across industries.
  • ChrisLeidyPhotography.com Partner — Provides photography for Oceanic Global's website
  • Clever Carbon Partner — Michelle Li, Founder of Clever Carbon, serves as a Blue Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • Corona Partner — Collaborates on the Beach 100 Grant Initiative to support community-led beach cleanup and conservation projects.
  • Corona Partner — Collaborates with Corona on the 'Protecting Paradise' initiative to advance ocean conservation.
  • Corona Island Partner — Collaborated with Oceanic Global to become the first island to be Blue Verified and receive the Blue Standard three-star seal.
  • Corona Island Partner — Partnered with Corona Island to achieve the world’s first 3-star Plastic-Free Blue Verified island and co-create its Blue School education programming.
  • Corona USA Partner — Partnership to clean up 100 beaches nationwide and remove 1 million pounds of plastic by 2025
  • Credo Beauty Partner — Mia Davis, VP of Sustainability + Impact at Credo Beauty, serves as a Blue Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea (DOALOS) Partner — Longstanding production partner for United Nations World Oceans Day events.
  • Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea of the Office of Legal Affairs (DOALOS) Partner — Hosted UN World Oceans Day 2025: Wonder in partnership with Oceanic Global
  • Division for Ocean Affairs and the Law of the Sea of the Office of Legal Affairs (DOALOS) Partner — Partnered with Oceanic Global to host UN World Oceans Day 2025: Wonder.
  • DonBrownPhoto.com Partner — Provides photography for Oceanic Global's website
  • EarthCheck Partner — Stewart Moore, Founder and CEO of EarthCheck, serves as a Blue Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • Edges of Earth Partner — Collaboration to amplify impact storytelling and deepen humanity's connection to the ocean
  • FishSayCheese.com Partner — Provides photography for Oceanic Global's website
  • Foundation House CT Partner — Supporter of United Nations World Oceans Day 2020.
  • Grant Thornton Advisors LLC Partner — Daniel Romano, Principal and NFP Tax Practice Leader at Grant Thornton Advisors LLC, serves as Treasurer on Oceanic Global's Board of Directors
  • JLL Partner — Zoe Reich, Vice President and ESG Advisory Lead at JLL, serves as a Blue Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • La Mer Partner — Supporter of United Nations World Oceans Day events.
  • London Hub Partner — Volunteer hub conducting local activations and advocacy in London.
  • Los Angeles Hub Partner — Volunteer hub conducting local activations and advocacy in Los Angeles.
  • New York Hub Partner — Volunteer hub conducting local activations and advocacy in New York.
  • OceanX Partner — Mark Dalio, Founder and Creative Director of OceanX, serves as a Strategic Advisor to Oceanic Global
  • One Ocean Foundation Partner — Supporter of United Nations World Oceans Day 2020.
+ 14 more
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.

  • Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration to Expand Impact
    methodology: cross_disciplinary_collaboration
    By convening experts across science, art, wellness, innovation, and ancient wisdom, the organization strengthens ocean conservation because interdisciplinary engagement fosters holistic understanding and novel solutions that single-sector approaches cannot achieve.
  • Experiential Education for Behavioral Change
    methodology: experiential_education
    By using immersive education, guided meditations, and lifestyle activations, the organization fosters behavioral change because experiential engagement creates a deeper emotional and personal connection to ocean health, making conservation personally relevant and actionable.
  • Grassroots Volunteer Hubs with Local Leadership
    methodology: decentralized_volunteer_hub_model
    By establishing volunteer-based local hubs governed by local leadership boards, the organization drives scalable community-led conservation because localized ownership increases relevance, trust, and sustained engagement in regional advocacy and action.
  • Scalable Systems Change Through Replicable Models
    methodology: scalable_blueprints
    By developing and deploying standardized tools—like the Blue Standard, volunteer hubs, and grant programs—the organization enables systemic change because scalable blueprints allow localized adaptation while maintaining alignment with global impact goals.
  • Third-Party Verification to Incentivize Corporate Sustainability
    methodology: third-party_verification_for_sustainability
    By certifying corporate commitments through the Blue Standard and dual verification frameworks, the organization drives credible, measurable change because third-party validation reduces greenwashing and creates accountability, motivating businesses to adopt and maintain sustainable practices.