Mission & Governance
Experience directed toward service.
Five Oceans brings together expeditionary judgment, technological capability, and trusted relationships to undertake philanthropic work where geography and complexity often deter others.
Our Mandate
Ambitious work.
Responsible execution.
We support projects that fit a clear charitable purpose, respect the people and places involved, and offer a credible path to lasting benefit. Our role may include funding, convening, field access, technical evaluation, or deployment of the Five Oceans Explorer.
We are guided by a simple conviction: resources should be paired with accountability, innovation with human judgment, and exploration with stewardship.
How We Work
Local partnership
Programs are shaped with community knowledge and appropriate regional partners — not imposed at a distance.
Defined outcomes
Every initiative should identify the problem, the intended benefit, and a practical way to assess progress.
Responsible access
Fieldwork, research, and archaeology must observe applicable law, professional standards, and cultural responsibilities.
Transparent stewardship
Philanthropic resources are directed toward credible work, qualified partners, and clearly articulated mission needs.
Advisory Board
Guidance grounded in experience.
Tommy "Mbogo" Allen
Founder & Executive Leadership
Lorne Ramoni
Advisory Board — Africa & Biodiversity
Michael Cyrus
Advisory Board
Megan Clark
Program Director
Ganesh Elie
Advisory Board — Finance
Randy Martin
Advisory Board — Environmental
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