Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
The guy harvey foundation (GHF) collaborates with local and international organizations to conduct scientific research and host educational programs aimed at better understanding and conserving the ocean environment. The GHF also funds inspired scientific research and innovative educational programs developed by universities, colleges, institutes, and nonprofit organizations that promise to bring new ideas and initiatives to marine conservation and that encourage conservations and best management practice for sustainable marine environment.
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc at a glance
In short: Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc gave $81K across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $27K), mostly in Florida. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $81,000
- +19.7% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- -25.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $27,000
- +59.6% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $25,000
- Total assets
- $2,498,166
- +33.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Florida (57% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Guy Harvey Conservation Educator Professional Development Grant
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Amount
Up to $300
Deadline
Deadline not published
Guy Harvey Fellowship (Florida Sea Grant)
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Amount
$5,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
Guy Harvey Field Trip Grant
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Amount
Up to $1,000 per field trip
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was University of Florida Foundation ($46K). Together the top 3 received $81K.
Grant Size Distribution
21 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 18 grants of 21 (86%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
Cities
How Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc gives
- Giving grew 282% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2018 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $21K (2021) to $776K (2019). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $81K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Florida Foundation Gainesville, FL | Sea Grant Scholarships for 8 Fellows | $46,000 |
| Center for Sportfishing Policy Baton Rouge, LA | Advocacy for Saltwater Recreational Anglers | $25,000 |
| Marine Technology Society Inc Washington, DC | Ocean Exchange - Guy Harvey Foundation Collegiate Award | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,498,166 | $3,613,565 | $2,585,809 | $81,000 | 3 | $41,666 |
| 2023 | $1,865,085 | $2,862,664 | $2,909,223 | $67,687 | 4 | — |
| 2022 | $2,525,544 | $2,436,061 | $3,015,242 | $241,000 | 4 | $10,637 |
| 2021 | $3,952,649 | $4,598,327 | $2,505,738 | $21,200 | 3 | $20,019 |
| 2020 | $1,744,788 | $1,130,322 | $1,373,529 | $360,440 | 7 | $19,163 |
| 2019 | $1,891,350 | $1,467,285 | $1,506,952 | $775,647 | 10 | $13,762 |
| 2018 | $1,926,825 | $1,259,459 | $998,800 | $554,990 | 5 | $1,128 |
About Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
Based on IRS filings
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. IRS filing data is available from 2018 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $2.5M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 3 grants totaling $81K. Net investment income was $42K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc is led by Jessica Harvey, CEO & Secretary since 2023 (on filings since 2021); 2 of 17 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Jessica Harvey
CEO & Secretary
Director → Co-Chair, 2022
Co-Chair → CEO & Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2021
41 hrs/week
$100K (2023) → $112K (2024)
Steve Roden
Chairman
Board Member → Co-Chair, 2021
Co-Chair → Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chris Peterson
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dean Klevan
Director
Director → Treasurer, 2022
Treasurer → Director, 2023
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jeff Harkavy
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jodi Lewis
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Paul Castronovo
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rich Davies
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Robert Thomas
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rodney Barreto
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rob Kornahrens
Director
Board Member → Director, 2021
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Eric Carey
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jane Wye
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jim Hill
Director
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
David Lopez
CFO
New on the 2024 filing
10 hrs/week
$43K (2024)
Bob Osborn
Treasurer
Board Member → Director, 2021
Director → Treasurer, 2023
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Guy Harvey
Founder & Chair Emeritus
Board Chairman → Chairman, 2021
Chairman → Founder & Chair Emeritus, 2023
On filings since 2018
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (11)
- Former: Rich Andrews (2018–2023) — Director
- Former: George Schellenger (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Susan Capone Rode (2023) — COO
- Former: Tonya Shearer (2023) — Director Strategic Partnerships
- Former: Patxi Pastor (2021–2022) — CEO
- Former: Deborah L. Childers (2018–2021) — Director
- Former: Harvey Taulien (2018–2021) — Director
- Former: Rick Murphy (2018–2021) — Director
- Former: Steve Lewis (2018–2021) — Director
- Former: Bill Shedd (2018–2019) — Board Member
- Former: Jim Jacoby (2018–2019) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2018–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $112K, to Jessica Harvey (CEO, Secretary). 2 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc
How much does Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc give each year?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc gave $81K across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $68K across 4 grants.
What is Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc's typical grant size?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc's median grant in 2024 was $25,000, and its average grant was $27,000, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc give grants?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc gives mostly in Florida: 57% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest states were Louisiana (31%) and District of Columbia (12%).
Does Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc reported $2.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.6M.
What is Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. It holds $2.5M in total assets as of 2024.
What is Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc's EIN?
Guy Harvey Ocean Fund Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 26-1710999. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2018–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(8)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2018 (received by the IRS September 30, 2021)
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS September 30, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS September 30, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS March 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS February 15, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 6, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 16, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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