Nonprofit · EIN 85-1384441
GULF REACH INSTITUTE
Tax-exempt · CORP CHRISTI, TX 78413
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $171,000 | $88,164 | $82,836 | $91,485 | $101 | $91,384 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $171,000
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $47,786
- Occupancy
- $3,301
- Printing, publications and postage
- $55
- Other expenses
- $37,022
- Program services (functional)
- $69,737
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $11,214
- Total assets, end of year
- $91,485
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $101
- Net assets, end of year
- $91,384
- Cash, savings and investments
- $85,334
- Gross receipts
- $171,000
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| SURAIDA EVE NANEZ-JAMES | President & CEO | 15 | $0 |
| Jasmine Sarabia | Secretary | 5 | $0 |
| Jasmine Sarabia | Treasurer | 5 | $0 |
| Maggie Peacock | Director | 10 | $0 |
| Armon Alex | Director | 10 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 7326 GOLD RIDGE RD, CORP CHRISTI, TX 78413-5026
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- 7326 Gold Ridge Road, Corpus Christi TX 78413
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Suraida Nanez-James, 7326 Gold Ridge Road, Corpus Christi TX 78413
- Signed the 990-EZ
- SURAIDA EVE NANEZ-JAMES, President & CEO
- Phone
- (361) 739-6365
- Website
- gulfreach.org
- Return prepared by
- ESCUTIA WOODS PLLC
Mission
Through innovative and action-oriented programming, the Gulf Reach Institute develops and implements programs focused on STEM Education for all, the Health of our Gulf of Mexico and Ocean communities, and Advocacy for the equity and inclusion of underrepresented populations as leaders and decision makers in the protection and conservation of our waters.
Program accomplishments
- Bringing the Deep to Light is an interactive, traveling STEM Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics program that focuses on the adaptations of each of the ocean zones. Participants start their journey in the Sunlight Zone and travel to the Trenches of the deep sea to learn what it takes for life to thrive in these extreme environments. Participants learn how scientists use today's technology to explore the fascinating underwater world of our ocean. Hands-on lessons are aligned with TEKS, NGSS, and Ocean Literacy Principles.Expenses $43,935 · grants $36,414
- The Gulf of Mexico Youth Climate Summit is a yearly event provided by the Gulf Reach Institute to unite young environmental stewards from around the Gulf of Mexico GOM, including the U.S., Mexico, and Cuba. The two-day event is dedicated to learning and understanding the critical issues facing the GOM. Participants engaged in conversations with fellow youth leaders and experts on issues facing the Gulf of Mexico and what they can do to contribute to the environmental movement in their own communities.Expenses $18,829
- Unidos in STEM is a free out-of-school meeting held monthly. It is a leadership program for Middle and High School teens to collaboratively engage and explore STEM careers with field experts.Expenses $697
- The Gulf Youth Ambassador Program empowers youth to develop leadership skills, engage in hands-on conservation projects, and represent the Gulf at events and initiatives.Expenses $6,276 · grants $27,004
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 85-1384441
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Youth development (O50)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $91,485
- Income (IRS master file)
- $171,000
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Suraida Nanez-James | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS.
Questions about GULF REACH INSTITUTE
- What is the EIN of GULF REACH INSTITUTE?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of GULF REACH INSTITUTE is 85-1384441.
- Is GULF REACH INSTITUTE tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to GULF REACH INSTITUTE tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does GULF REACH INSTITUTE file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of GULF REACH INSTITUTE due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did GULF REACH INSTITUTE last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of GULF REACH INSTITUTE?
- The 990-N for 2021 names Suraida Nanez-James.
- Who are the officers and directors of GULF REACH INSTITUTE?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does GULF REACH INSTITUTE have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $171,000, expenses of $88,164 and total assets of $91,485 at year end.
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