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V O L . X X X I N O. X X I I 46 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 2 5 – 2 0 2 6 N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E 2026 GOALS We envision a future in which the ecosystem, economy, and communities of the Gulf of Maine region thrive amid rapid change. To achieve this, our five- year goals are structured around four strategic initiatives: � Adapting Fisheries & Seafood: Our goals include better forecasts for state and federal fisheries, increased market share for Gulf of Maine seafood, and sharing seafood and fisheries knowledge with coastal communities. � Building Climate-Ready Communities: We aim to provide localized climate data for Maine's tidally-influenced communities, mobilizing financing for municipal climate actions, and expanding access to knowledge for students, educators, businesses, and community leaders. � Developing the Blue Economy & Supporting Working Waterfronts: Our approach centers on delivering in-depth workforce development, providing advisory services to entrepreneurs and small businesses, and protecting working waterfronts with dedicated access. � Supporting Energy Solutions: Our focus is on facilitating community input on marine renewables, increasing electrical grid resilience for communities, and providing resources for engaging in climate-related project financing. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES Sea State Series – Starting in 2006, we began inviting scientists, seafood experts, fishermen, and other community members and partners into our building every year to lead timely and important conversations centered on the Gulf of Maine and the communities that rely on it. is year's series centers on the transformative efforts we are taking with our partners in our five-year strategic plan to secure a sustainable, resilient future for this region and beyond. Learn more at gmri.org/seastate. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES We thrive on the support of our individual, foundation, and corporate donors. Now more than ever, your support puts our science and education to work on behalf of our Gulf of Maine communities and beyond. Individuals By making an annual gift, you provide steady revenue for our work. Consider joining our Wind Rose Society, con- sisting of donors who are GMRI com- munity leaders. By making a Wind Rose Society-qualified gift, members receive access to organizational leadership, unique events, and insider information and expertise. Learn more about how to become a Wind Rose Society member at gmri.org/donate/wind-rose-society. Corporations & Foundations Support LabVenture – Since 2005, 170,000+ Maine middle school students have participated in our LabVenture program, where they use the scientific process to investigate ecosystem change in the Gulf of Maine. Your support of LabVenture inspires the next generation of climate leaders. Reach out to mmcnell@ gmri.org to explore this opportunity. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Contribute Data to our Community Science Projects We need your help collecting local data that will inform future decisions that prioritize community resilience. • Coastal Flooding – Help pinpoint high-risk flooding areas in your com- munity. Community members can identify the weather and water level conditions during flooding events, and describe how the flood impacts their community. Learn more at gmri.org/ coastalflooding. • Mussel Bed Mapping – Help us track mussel beds as they retreat further into the ocean. Send us your photos of mussel beds during low tides, and we will develop an acoustic mapping plan. Learn more at gmri.org/musselbeds. If you're interested in corporate vol- unteer opportunities, contact mmcnell@ gmri.org to learn more. BOARD OFFICERS Abigail Wark, Ph.D. Vice Chair Rockledge Labs Lisa C. Hook Treasurer Senior Vice President, Senior Commercial Lending Manager, Androscoggin Bank Pat Panaia Secretary Chief Executive Officer, Kinotek BOARD MEMBERS Tawny Alvarez Dr. Susan K. Avery George Bell Michael W. Bonney Peter R. Bryant Richard E. Curran, Jr. Jill Duson Jay Espy Eric Haley Luke Holden Margaret Honey, Ph.D. Lisa C. Hook Eric Kolben, CFP® Richard L. Merrick, Ph.D. Steven Murawski, Ph.D. Matthew C. O'Reilly John Park David E. Smith, CPA Glenn Prickett President & CEO AT A GLANCE Established: 1968 / Employees: 99 / Annual revenue: $22,100,249 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 50% State and federal 25% Individuals 15% Other 10% Corporations and foundations CONTACT 350 Commercial St., Portland, ME 01401 (207) 772-2321 gmri.org @gulfofmaineresearchinstitute gulfofmaine AWARDS/ACCOLADES Our Aquaculture Apprenticeship Program received a Seafood Industry Climate Award (SICA) from Acme Smoked Fish, TD Bank, and the Builders Initiative in 2024 for our efforts to address sustainability challenges. Our Chief Education Officer was appointed to the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine's Committee on Education for Thriving in a Changing Climate. We maintain a four-star rating with Charity Navigator, a platinum rating with Candid, and are a proud member of 1% For the Planet. MISSION STATEMENT The Gulf of Maine Research Institute develops and delivers collaborative solutions to global ocean challenges. SERVICE LOCATIONS We serve communities across all of Maine's 16 counties and throughout New England, while providing interna- tionally recognized leadership in the climate and oceans space. Gulf of Maine Research Institute Sampling inshore waters as part of our long-term research project to monitor changes in Casco Bay Denise DesChenes Board Chair Retired Partner/ Managing Director, Sard Verbinnen & Co. (now FGS Global) GMRI researcher and East End Community School students looking at small intertidal animals found in their seine nets