Exploration in Service of Humanity
Archaeology, science,
and humanitarian work.
Five Oceans mobilizes private philanthropy, advanced technology, and decades of expeditionary experience to protect cultural heritage, advance scientific discovery, and deliver humanitarian assistance.
Drawing on the expertise of our leadership and partners, we pursue technology initiatives in archaeology, environmental stewardship, and responsible exploration through practical projects that expand knowledge, protect vulnerable places, and support communities. We connect people, resources, and field capabilities to turn ambitious ideas into meaningful, lasting contributions.
American initiative. Global partnership. Measurable good.
The New Five Oceans
A focused philanthropic platform.
We believe American exceptionalism is best expressed through service: the willingness to take initiative, apply ingenuity, and work beside communities confronting difficult challenges.
Our programs bring donors, technologists, explorers, archaeologists, and local partners to archaeology and cultural heritage, science and environmental stewardship, and humanitarian and community partnership.
01Archaeology and cultural heritage
Responsible terrestrial and underwater archaeology, cultural documentation, and heritage preservation, with qualified partners and host communities.
02Science and environmental stewardship
Scientific research and the protection of natural heritage, including survey and remote sensing in places that are hard to reach. Artificial intelligence for this work is in development with Ortheus, our technology partner.
03Humanitarian and community partnership
Practical support for local and Indigenous communities: technology, field access, and programs shaped with the people who live there.
A Vessel with a Public Purpose
Five Oceans Explorer
The Five Oceans Explorer is in preparation. It will serve archaeology and cultural heritage, science and environmental stewardship, and humanitarian and community partnership as a platform for fieldwork in remote maritime environments.
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Back work that reaches beyond the horizon.
A gift supports archaeology and cultural heritage, science and environmental stewardship, and humanitarian and community partnership, including preparation of the Five Oceans Explorer.
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