2025-08-12T12:56:55-05:00 2024-09-30 320530003 QUIGLEY & MIRON 3580 WILSHIRE BLVD 1755 LOS ANGELES CA 90010 990 2023-10-01 271350279 The 5 Gyres Institute 5GYR 3233951843 PO Box 5699 Santa Monica CA 90409 Anna Cummins Executive Director 3233951843 2025-08-12 0 ARMEN GRIGORIAN P01582463 2136393550 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Anna Cummins PO Box 5699 Santa Monica CA 90409 1638793 0 X www.5gyres.org X 2009 CA 5 Gyres mission is to empower action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution through science, education, and adventure. 9 8 10 8 0 0 1100158 1235205 0 7191 19071 5591 0 0 1119229 1247987 0 0 0 0 838850 858226 57344 58225 300305 387130 466377 1283324 1382828 -164095 -134841 952564 910557 158975 159921 793589 750636 X The 5 Gyres Institute (5 Gyres) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Los Angeles, with a global network of supporters united in the pursuit of a planet free of plastic pollution. 5 Gyres' mission is to empower action against the global health crisis of plastic pollution through science, education, and advocacy. Since its inception in 2009, 5 Gyres has been a science-based pioneer in plastic pollution research and exploration. The organization originally set out to answer a set of key scientific questions, including the global scope, distribution, and impacts of plastic pollution. In 2014 5 Gyres published the first global estimate of marine plastic pollution, and recently updated these findings with the most comprehensive publication to date on ocean plastics. (PLOS ONE, 2023) 5 Gyres' goal is to reduce the harm from plastic pollution by 20% by 2030. 0 0 534501 7191 SCIENCEScience remains the foundation of 5 Gyres' work - guiding solutions, informing decision-makers, and shaping the narrative around plastics as both an environmental and human health crisis.In 2024, our team conducted and published cutting-edge research demonstrating plastics' broad planetary impacts and calling for systemic change beyond waste management. Through our participation in the Global Plastics Treaty negotiations (INC-4 and INC-5), we provided credible, evidence-based guidance to international delegates as part of the Scientists' Coalition for an Effective Plastics Treaty, a network of over 350 experts.We advanced our leadership on microfibers and textiles with the WOVEN Symposium Series, convening global leaders in North America, the UK, and Australia to develop solutions to microfiber pollution. Our research projects on airborne microfibers and laundering interventions continue to inform industry and policy innovation.To engage the public, we launched the Do Less for the Planet campaign - inspiring over 400 individuals to pledge to reduce their plastic footprint through simple behavior changes.In 2025, our science program will continue to connect rigorous research to real-world solutions, supporting advocacy, education, and innovation globally. 156740 POLICY ADVOCACYAt local, state, national, and international levels, 5 Gyres leverages scientific expertise and coalition-building skills to influence meaningful policy change.In 2024, we helped advance the Fighting Fibers Act, which would require microfiber filters on new washing machines sold in the U.S., and the Plastic Pellet Free Waters Act, holding plastic producers accountable for pellet pollution.In California, we co-sponsored and advanced several bills, including:- Reusable Cups (SB 1167): Mandating reusable cups in dine-in chain restaurants.- Mitigating Microplastics (AB 2214): Creating a state-level interagency group to address microplastic pollution.While not all bills passed into law this session, our work built crucial awareness, bipartisan momentum, and strengthened relationships with decision-makers - laying the foundation for success in 2025.We also maintained a strong presence at California Ocean Day and Capitol Hill Ocean Week (CHOW) to advocate for ocean health and plastic pollution solutions. 150514 TRASHBLITZ AND PLASTIC FREE PARKSThrough our community science program and TrashBlitz mobile app, we continue to empower communities to document waste trends and advocate for change.In 2024, the Plastic-Free Parks TrashBlitz expanded to 58 parks - nearly double the reach of 2023 - collecting over 12,500 data points. This data underscores the persistent prevalence of plastics in our national parks (nearly 80% of waste recorded) and strengthens our advocacy for park-focused policies, like the Reducing Waste in National Parks Act.We also supported regional solutions through the TrashBlitz Community Fund, which enabled Clean Miami Beach to conduct 28 cleanups at 17 sites, collecting and analyzing over 20,000 pieces of trash.In 2025, TrashBlitz will continue to scale its reach, deepen partnerships, and provide actionable, science-backed insights for policy and community solutions. 73820 AMBASSADOR NETWORKOur global Ambassador Network remains central to 5 Gyres' community engagement. In 2024, the program underwent a strategic refresh with new branding, improved digital engagement tools, and expanded opportunities for Ambassadors to participate in campaigns, events, and advocacy.In 2025, our Ambassadors will play an even larger role in advancing 5 Gyres' mission, mobilizing grassroots action, supporting policy priorities, and amplifying our reach in key communities around the world. 73820 915575 1 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 15 0 10 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 9 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 CA X Stephanie Zill 2134227373 PO Box 36128 Los Angeles CA 90036 Kathleen Egan Board Chair 2.00 X X 0 0 0 Ashley Van Stone Board Secretary 1.00 X 0 0 0 Anna Cummins Executive Director 40.00 X X 104133 0 2100 Teresa Ish Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Jonathan Taylor Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Pam Marcus Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Lacey Reddix Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 John Lochner Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 Aaron McKinnon Board Member 1.00 X 0 0 0 104133 0 2100 1 0 0 0 0 1235205 1235205 Program Service Revenu 900099 7191 7191 7191 35180 35180 361217 390806 -29589 -29589 -29589 1247987 7191 0 5591 X 115533 57767 11553 46213 641865 451042 73675 117148 38319 27279 4424 6616 62509 42113 7043 13353 27589 27589 13851 13851 58225 58225 301587 277357 24230 1507 1507 5447 5447 20392 16851 3541 12460 12460 5355 5355 7579 7579 Payroll Processing Fees 29851 20111 3363 6377 Software and apps 24139 24139 Taxes and licenses 8986 8986 Merchandise 3849 3849 3785 3322 463 1382828 915575 166948 300305 37205 80087 307356 11267 26470 54917 50 50 576128 764236 5355 952564 910557 8975 9921 150000 150000 158975 159921 X 649837 742786 143752 7850 793589 750636 952564 910557 -134841 91888 0 X 0 1 X 0 0 X 1190407 1104977 1051825 1100158 1235205 5682572 1190407 1104977 1051825 1100158 1235205 5682572 1130351 4552221 105 12 18566 35180 53863 5736435 8151 0.79360 0.86980 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2450 0 1 11400 13850 0 Part II-B, Line 1: Policy is an ever-changing and slow-moving process, but we are thrilled to be on the front lines of using science to inform real change by participating in coalition building networks and advocating for upstream solutions in our local, national, and global communities. This year's work led to impressive progress made at the Local, State, and Federal levels. 0 X 1339875 91888 91888 1247987 0 1247987 1382828 0 1382828 0 1382828 Part X, Line 2: Accounting standards require an organization to evaluate its tax positions and provide for a liability for any positions that would not be considered 'more likely than not' to be upheld under a tax authority examination. Management has evaluated its tax positions and has concluded that a provision for a tax liability is not necessary at September 30, 2024 and 2023. Generally, the Organization's information returns remain open for examination for a period of three (federal) or four (state of California) years from the date of filing. X 1 Jennifer L Sissler 1519 Church Hill Place Reston VA 20194 Fundraising Strategy 0 0 55000 -55000 55000 -55000 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 2 Anna Cummins and Marcus Eriksen are married. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The Board of Directors reviews the Form 990 prior to filing the return. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 Documents and forms are available upon written request to the organization. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Program contractors: Program service expenses 246,766. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 246,766. Research fees: Program service expenses 6,330. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 6,330. Other Professional Fees: Program service expenses 24,261. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 12,150. Total expenses 36,411. Merchant fees: Program service expenses 0. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 12,080. Total expenses 12,080.