2026-08-18T10:30:08-07:00 2025-09-30 920143182 ALTMAN ROGERS & CO 3000 C ST STE 201 ANCHORAGE AK 99503 990 2024-10-01 920129853 Prince William Sound Science & Technology Institute PRIN 9074245800 PO Box 705 Cordova AK 99574 Katrina Hoffman CEO 2026-08-18 true true Sterling Gillon CPA P02428406 9072742992 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Katrina Hoffman PO Box 705 Cordova AK 995740705 7163623 false X www.pwssc.org X 1989 AK To advance community resilience and the understanding and sustainable use of ecosystems. 12 12 47 32 0 5974377 6098208 271622 399926 100730 98731 440455 298855 6787184 6895720 505089 605052 0 1873143 2139176 0 89874 3795760 4583419 6173992 7327647 613192 -431927 28461596 28593503 1199338 1693115 27262258 26900388 X The Prince William Sound Science and Technology Institute (d.b.a. Prince William Sound Science Center) (the Center) was formed in 1989 as an Alaska not-for-profit scientific research and education corporation to contribute to the comprehensive description, sustained monitoring, and ecological understanding of Prince William Sound, the Copper River, and Gulf of Alaska. Establishment of the Center followed the Exxon Valdez oil spill, although planning of this institution preceded that event. The underlying philosophy of the Center is to serve as a model for long-term ecosystem management. false false 3494711 Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council Programs:Gulf Watch AlaskaThe Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council (EVOSTC) is supporting a long-term monitoring program in the Gulf of Alaska region affected by the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill. The monitoring program, called Gulf Watch Alaska, involves more than 25 scientists from multiple agencies, universities, and non-profits and seeks to provide data to identify and help understand the impacts of multiple ecosystem factors on the recovery of injured resources. This program is expected to be 20 years in length but is planned and funded in five-year increments. It builds a legacy of restoration research and monitoring by the EVOSTC and federal and state agencies dating back to 1989. The program includes sites in Prince William Sound, lower Cook Inlet, the Gulf of Alaska, and the outer Kenai Peninsula coast. This year has an overlap between two five-year segments. Mariculture ReCon The Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council (EVOSTC) is supporting a mariculture research program. The overall objective of the Mariculture Research and Restoration Consortium (Mariculture ReCon) is to support resporation, habitat enhancement, and economic development through research and partnerships between scientists and seaweed and shellfish farmers. This suite of applied research components takes a farm-centered approach to address EVOSTC restoration, economic development, outreach, administration, and data management interests that overlap top priorities identified by stakeholders and the Alaska Mariculture Development Plan Developed by the Governors Mariculture Task Force. Results will inform shellfish and seaweed production with farmers as full participants in the research. 1085165 177018 Government Programs:EVOSTC New FacilitiesThe Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council is supporting the development of new facilities for the Prince William Sound Science Center. The new facilities include warehouse, office, and research and education spaces. Over $23 million has been pledged to cover costs associated with the new campus. The funds are being administered by the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development. CORaL NetworkThe Exxon Valdez Oil Spill Trustee Council is supporting an education and outreach program titled, Community Organized Restoration and Learning [CORaL] Network. The purpose is to create and maintain an ongoing framework that builds the capacity of existing resources withing the Exxon Valdez Oil Spill impacted region to ensure that current scientific information, skills, and activities are publicly accessible and serve ongoing needs as identified by local communities. These funds are being administered by the Alaska Department of Fish and Game.BSEE Herder/BurnerThis is a Joint Industry Program that uses funding from OSRI, ExxonMobil, Shell, Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, and Clean Caribbean Americas for the development of new oil spill response technology. A remotely operated surface vessel is being developed that can apply chemical herders and ignite herded slicks for in-situ burns. The system will carry remote sensing capabilities and can be controlled locally or through a satellite link.AOOS - Alaska Ocean Observing SystemThis project, funded by NOAA via the Alaska Ocean Observing System, continues implementation of the Prince William Sound (PWS) Observing System (PWSOS). The PWSOS collects ocean, atmospheric and biological observations for use by stakeholders. PWSOS supported tracking of marine organisms using the passive acoustic Ocean Tracking Network, salinity measurements at the Cordova tide station, and the maintenance of the SNOTEL meteorological stations. AOOS Intuitive model-driven particle tracking toolsA team of researchers is developing a particle tracking tool that can be overlayed on oceanographic circulation models to allow users to visualize trajectories of drifters, disabled ships, oil spills, and larvae. The focus is connecting the tools to the Cook Inlet Operational Forecast System model used by NOAA.AKSSF Run timing, spawning distribution, and survival of Copper River sockeyeThe Alaska Sustainable Salmon Fund provided support to radio tag sockeye salmon traveling up the Copper River. The tags were detected at towers along the river and using aerial surveys. The aerial surveys allowed the determination of the final spawning grounds based on the time the fish entered the system and were tagged.NPRB - Automation of Sockeye Salmon Scale EstimationThis project examines the ability of using machine vision and deep learning to automate the reading of Sockeye Salmon scales to determine their age. Automation has the potential to improve management of salmon fisheries. Precise age information is critical to the evaluation of escapement goals, the generation of pre-season forecasts, and the long-term monitoring of population structure.NPRB Seabird use of spatially-predictable tidal ripsThis project adds a bird and mammal component to a physical oceanography project that is separately sponsored by BOEM. The purpose is to discover if birds and mammals are preferentially using tide rips in Cook Inlet. By understanding how birds and mammals use oceanographic features we can better predict potential impacts of oil spills.NOAA Climate adaptation and resilienceThis project addresses the critical need for fishing communities in the Gulf of Alaska to formalize fisheries resilience strategies in adaptation plans, focusing on three of the most highly dependent and divers fishing communities in the region Cordova, Kodiak, and Sitka. The project will advance integrated scientific research and build partnerships between scientists, fishermen, Tribes, and Tribal citizens to enhance local planning capacity and responsiveness to climate change.BOEM Cook Inlet Physical OceanographyWith support from the Bureau of Ocean and Energy Management this project is pulling together the existing data from Cook Inlet, modeling factors that affect circulation, and make field measurements as needed to fill gaps identified in the analysis of the existing data.NPS Examining the health metrics of sockeye salmonThis project supports a UAF led project. It collects tissue samples and energetics estimates from Copper River sockeye salmon. In collaboration with UAF it helps to analyze the data and supports energetic modeling efforts.USFWS Aleutian TernThe Aleutian Tern Technical Committee working group is undertaking a project to determine the current distribution and abundance of Aleutian terns at a statewide scale. This project uses aerial surveys to identify current breeding colonies, and on-the-ground access to estimate tern abundance.PSMFC Empowering coastal Alaska by building local capacity for kelp farmingThis project strives to increase seaweed mariculture success by addressing market development, science-backed information on best practices, and local capacity in collaboration with local mariculture farms and biologists. There is a focus on best practices for collecting and growth of seed stock.EDA Seaweed nursery expansionThis program provides equipment needed to allow PWSSC serve as a nursery facility for local seaweed mariculture operations.EPA Drying SeaweedThis program provided funding to support a proof of concept project to dry seaweed using waste heat. The project would also build community resilience for food security and economic diversity in PWS, AK.NPRB Zooplankton WorkshopFunding to support travel, facility costs, and other meeting costs associated with the Zooplankton Workshop. SEC/AMC - Kelp Seed This project will be conducted in Cordova and Kodiak and provide a comparison of the genetic diversity of bull kelp populations in two important regions for Alaskan kelp farming. The results of this project will clarify 1) whether alternative seeding methods better preserve the genetic diversity of Alaskan kelps and 2) whether alternative seeding methods have the potential to increase the quality of cultured seaweeds.USGS Aerial SurveyAerial survey validation in conjunction with the Prince William Sound Science Center Herring Research and Monitoring Program. This involves working from a vessel while a spotter pilot in an airplane directs (via radio) the vessel to a school of fish, then deploying fishing gear to sample fish in the school. 917701 605052 Oil Spill Recovery Institute Programs:Oil Spill Recovery Institute (OSRI)This program funds the administration and awards of the Oil Spill Recovery Institute, a federally established program to support research, education, and demonstration projects designed to respond to and understand the effects of oil spills in Arctic and sub-Arctic marine environments. Initiated in 1997, funding is provided directly from the interest earnings on a $35.3 million principal allocationadministered by the U.S. Coast Guard (from the National Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund). The Institute is governed by an Advisory Board which includes representatives from Federal and State agencies, Alaska Native and PWS communities, and industry representatives appointed by the Governor of Alaska. The Advisory Board Chair is a U.S. Department of Commerce representative.PWSSC OSRI Program ManagerThe OSRI Program Manager supports OSRI by identifying research needs, working with the Work Plan Committee to develop annual work plans, and track progress on contracts. The Program Manager also interfaces with other research efforts to share the information learned by OSRI.PWSSC H2O Headwaters to Ocean Program & Education ProgramThe H2O Headwaters to Ocean Program is the umbrella under which all our education and outreach efforts occur. This program has four primary components this year: (1) the Discovery Room, a program which supplements elementary school science education; (2) Secondary School Outreach, programming designed to keep older students engaged in marine science-centric activities that promote critical thinking, problem solving and ecological literacy; (3) Outreach Discovery to support delivery of STEM education programming to audiences outside of Cordova; (4) Mini Discovery, such as Seq Squirts and Little Dippers, are designed to engage youth who are not yet school age in hands-on activities. Headwaters to Ocean is funded in large part by OSRI. Other funding comes from ConocoPhillips Alaska, Saltchuk, Boeing, iindividual and small business donations, foundations, and program fees.PWSSC Herder/BurnerThis is a Joint Industry Program that uses funding from OSRI, ExxonMobil, Shell, Bureau of Safety and Environmental Enforcement, North Caspian Operation Company, and Clean Caribbean Americas for the development of new oil spill response technology. A remotely operated surface vessel is being developed that can apply chemical herders and ignite herded slicks for in-situ burns. The system will carry remote sensing capabilities and can be controlled locally or through a satellite link. 546553 225820 Other Programs: CommunicationsPWSSC maintains a communications program to outreach the research and education efforts and maintain awareness of our activities to our members. This program is responsible for maintaining our website, producing the Delta-Sound Connections paper, and the Breakwater newsletter among other things. Lectures on the area and the Science Center activities are provided to cruise patrons and other interested parties.Hydroponic FarmPWSSC was able to purchase an established hydroponic farming facility to develop a capacity for providing greater regional resilience through food security of items normally shipped into the community.PWSRCAC Marine BirdsPrince William Sound Regional Citizens Advisory Council funded PWSSC for winter surveys of marine birds in Prince William Sound. The funding allows for winter marine bird surveys along the tanker lanes to identify their presence outside of the summer season when most surveys occur.PWSRCAC Weather BuoyThe Prince William Sound Citizens Advisory Council funded PWSSC to assemble and deploy two weather buoys in the Port of Valdez. These buoys provide weather information necessary to understand potential oil spill trajectories.U-Mass Avian FluSamples are being collected for the University of Massachusetts to detect if avian flu is present in the Cordova area.NMSU Autoanalyzer Sale of surplus equipment parts. Lynker NOAA BuoyFunding to cover costs associated with the recovery of buoys from Cape Hinchinbrook and Montague Straight. NSB Chum SalmonService contract for costs associated with the collection of chum salmon otoliths from two regions within the Prince William Sound on behalf of North Slope Borough. PEW/ESSA KelpFunding to lead research, engagement, and written contributions with respect to the Alaskan seaweed aquaculture sector.Chinook SalmonSalmon field and lab studies related to the Long Lake Weir operations and the sockeye nursery lake. Other Grants / ContractsMiscellaneous PWSSC projects noted in the audit schedules. 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Part II-B, Line 1i - Other Activities Description Contractor hired to assist Prince William Sound Science & Technology Institute in the obtaining of funding. Part IV - Additional Information 19405 17815 37220 18461 944 19405 18000 461 18461 100835 100835 384991 100845 384991 10 100835 1.00000 false false false 114752 114752 24279984 1783626 22496358 2848597 2056246 792351 62462 51969 10493 23413954 X 7092331 70057 70057 7022274 11923 -138477 -126554 6895720 7454201 119351 119351 7334850 11923 -19126 -7203 7327647 Part V, Line 4: Intended uses of the endowment fund. The purpose of the endowment is to support the general operations of the Prince William Sound Science Center. Procedes from it may be used to support education, research, and administrative needs. Part X : FIN48 Footnote The Center qualifies as a tax-exempt organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. The Center is exempt from State income taxes under the Alaska Nonprofit Corporation Act. Therefore, the accompanying statements do not reflect a provision for income taxes. Although the Center is exempt from federal income taxes, any income derived from unrelated business activities is subject to the requirement of filing U.S. Federal Income Tax Form 990-T and a tax liability may be determined on these activities. The Center had no income derived from unrelated business activities as of September 30, 2025. The Centers policy is to report interest and penalties associated with income taxes as other expense. The Center applies the provisions of Topic 740 of the FASB Accounting Standards Codification relating to accounting for uncertainty in income taxes. The Center files tax returns in the US Federal Jurisdiction and the State of Alaska. As of 2025, the tax years that remain subject to examination begins with 2022. Part XII, Line 2d: Other expenses and losses per audited F/S Fundraising Expenses on Part VIII $119351 true Canada Kenneth Lee Res 20000 Wire Trans. 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Cas University of New Orleans 2000 Lakeshore Dr New Orleans LA 70148 720702000 5495 0 Detection & Toxiciy of Hydrocarbon Water Mapping LLC 478 Deer Point Drive Gulf Breeze FL 32561 473600220 125000 0 CAMPRI-Oil Thickness 2 7 Grantmaker's Description of How Grants are Used These funds are awarded from the Oil Spill Recovery Institute (OSRI), an institute within the Prince William Sound Science & Technology Institute dba PWSSC. An annual work plan is developed and approved by the OSRI advisory is developed and approved by the OSRI advisory board. OSRI funds are given directly by the USCG Department of Treasury to the PWSSC, who has the fiduciary responsibility for these funds. These funds received from the USCG Department of the Treasury are treated as federal for reporting purposes. These awards include grants and service contracts that are included in the work plan. Proposals are accepted through the advertised request for proposal (RFP) process or by a request for a proposal to a specific entity to meet the work plan needs. These proposals are peer reviewed by OSRI's Scientific & technology committee. If approved, they go to the Executive Director who approves. The grants are then awarded or amended if from prior years. Deliverables, financials and reporting expectations are included in the award documentation and the grant policy manual found online on the OSRI web site OSRI.US. Because the original source of these funds are from the Oil Spill Liability Trust Fund, they can be used for matching purposes on other federal awards. true X false false false false false false false false false Katrina Hoffman CEO 129672 8273 47983 185928 Peter Rand Scientist 102932 6563 46085 155580 Robert Campbell Oceanograher 129374 7829 14925 152128 W Scott Pegau OSRI Director 115544 7320 46229 169093 X Supplies 94 58246 FMV false false false Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The 990 is prepared by the accounting firm, reviewed and signed by the president. The 990 is sent electronically to all members of the Board of Directors prior to its submittal to the IRS. It is also presented to the board at the next regular meeting following submittal. The 990 is also posted on the PWSSC website, www.pwssc.org, along with the organization's audited financial statements. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c PWSSC does have a conflict of interest policy. A Conflict of Interest Declaration Form is given to the Board of Directors annually and addresses the questions in this section of the 990. The form is then signed and returned to us for our files. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The PWSSC President does an annual self evaluation, which is then submitted to the Board of Directors. The Board meets with the President in open and closed sessions and then completes their evaluation of the President. The evaluation is discussed and any comments or compensation changes are then finalized with a letter signed by the Chairman of the Board. The President evaluates other key employees. The key employees provide a self evaluation to the President who then makes comments on theperformance and reviews the evaluation with the employee. Any compensation changes are finalized with a letter signed by the President/CEO. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b The PWSSC President does an annual self evaluation, which is then submitted to the Board of Directors. The Board meets with the President in open and closed sessions and then completes their evaluation of the President. The evaluation is discussed and any comments or compensation changes are then finalized with a letter signed by the Chairman of the Board. The President evaluates other key employees. The key employees provide a self evaluation to the President who then makes comments on theperformance and reviews the evaluation with the employee. Any compensation changes are finalized with a letter signed by the President/CEO. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 PWSSC ensures that one year of audited financial statements and IRS form 990 are available on their website at pwssc.org and candid. These documents along with the conflict of interest policy and other governing documents are available upon request at their offices.