International Field Studies Inc is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1971. According to its NTEE Classification (Q22) the organization is classified as: International Academic Exchange, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 09/2021, International Field Studies Inc employed 10 individuals. This organization is the central organization for a national or regional group of organizations. International Field Studies Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2021, International Field Studies Inc generated $508.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $526.9k during the year ending 09/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.2%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
SEE SCHEDULE O.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
IFS PROMOTES SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH AT OUR FORFAR FIELD STATION LOCATED ON ANDROS ISLAND IN THE BAHAMAS. IFS RUNS YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS TO EXPERIENCE HANDS-ON, OUTDOOR, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AS WELL AS HELPING TO FACILITATE RESEARCH BY TRAINED SCIENTISTS. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE DIVING, SNORKELING, SAILING, KAYAKING, CULTURAL EXPERIENCES, EVENING SCIENCE LECTURES, AND DAILY EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS ON LAND AND BY SEA.
IFS PROMOTES SCIENCE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH AT OUR FORFAR FIELD STATION LOCATED ON ANDROS ISLAND IN THE BAHAMAS. IFS RUNS YEAR-ROUND PROGRAMS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE STUDENTS TO EXPERIENCE HANDS-ON, OUTDOOR, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AS WELL AS HELPING TO FACILITATE RESEARCH BY TRAINED SCIENTISTS. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE DIVING, SNORKELING, SAILING, KAYAKING, CULTURAL EXPERIENCES, EVENING SCIENCE LECTURES, AND DAILY EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIPS ON LAND AND BY SEA.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Lindsey Christ Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 30 | $51,232 |
Dr Jerry Hutton Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jack Hedge Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Bill Somerlot Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Cecilia Lilianata Go Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jamie Musacchio Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $9,934 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,934 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $469,999 |
Investment income | $0 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $508,785 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $198,428 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $50,228 |
Payroll taxes | $9,441 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $6,454 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $301 |
Office expenses | $0 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $12,999 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $17,946 |
Insurance | $3,123 |
All other expenses | $104,679 |
Total functional expenses | $526,883 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $371,756 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $22,736 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $59,309 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $326 |
Total assets | $454,127 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $140,309 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $149,900 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $23,759 |
Total liabilities | $313,968 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $140,159 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $454,127 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that International Field Studies Inc has recieved totaling $735.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Jp Morgan Chase Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $400 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $335 |
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International Field Studies Inc Columbus, OH | $454,127 | $508,785 |
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New World Academic And Cultural Exchange Collegeville, PA | $4,987 | $0 |
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Ohio Erie Rotary Youth Exchange Columbus, OH | $170,437 | $18,870 |
North Penn International Friendship Committee Lansdale, PA | $397,153 | $0 |