Foundation For Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research, operating under the name Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research, is located in Seabeck, WA. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (U21) the organization is classified as: Marine Science & Oceanography, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research 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 12/2021, Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research generated $1.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 20.8% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
SUPPORT THE CONSERVATION OF MARINE SPECIES AND POPULATIONS BY DEVELOPING, IMPROVING AND USING TECHNOLOGIES TO CONDUCT SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH INTO THEIR BIOLOGY, BEHAVIOR AND PHYSIOLOGY TO IMPROVE PUBLIC KNOWLEDGE OF MARINE SPECIES AND HUMAN AFFECTS ON THEM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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PROGRAM: IG ZC PHOTOGRAM - CUVIERS BEAKED WHALES AT GUADALUPE ISLAND, MEXICO: A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF DEMOGRAPHICS AND BEHAVIOR IN AN UNDISTURBED AREA
PROGRAM: CESU-BEAK - COOPERATE WITH M3R AND NUWC TO ELUCIDATE SIZE, STRUCTURE AND TRENDS IN MARINE MAMMAL POPULATIONS, FOCUSING ON BEAK AND FIN WHALES, AROUND SOAR. THE ULTIMATE GOAL IS TO USE RESULTING DATA TO ASSESS EFFECTS OF MILITARY ACTIVITIES ON THESE POPULATIONS.
PROGRAM: ONR-GUADALUPE - COMPARATIVE STUDY TO BETTER UNDERSTAND SONAR IMPACTS AT SCORE. DEMOGRAPHICS AND DIVING BEHAVIOR OF CUVIERS BEAKED WHALES AT GUADALUPE ISLAND, MEXICO
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Russell D Andrews Biologist | 40 | $119,828 | |
Gregory S Schorr Directorpresidentbiologist | OfficerTrustee | 45 | $111,489 |
Erin A Falcone Treasurerbiologist | Officer | 35 | $77,213 |
James M Lyman Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jon Schorr Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Erika Bergman Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $114,671 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $30,119 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $144,790 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,658,061 |
Investment income | $172 |
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 | $1,803,023 |
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. | $164,639 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $17,525 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $383,651 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $152,901 |
Payroll taxes | $51,374 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $74,894 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $248,573 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $24,273 |
Information technology | $34,720 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $37,043 |
Travel | $56,935 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $2,451 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $18,974 |
Insurance | $33,465 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $1,587,112 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $163,503 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $222,715 |
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 | $4,501 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $197,772 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $588,491 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $126,123 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
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 | $88,258 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $93,062 |
Total liabilities | $307,443 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $281,048 |
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 | $588,491 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Foundation For Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research has recieved totaling $43,546.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Rose Foundation For Communities And The Environment Oakland, CA PURPOSE: Environmental Stewardship | $43,546 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Foundation Bellingham, WA | $720,035 | $1,957,055 |
Foundation For Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research Seabeck, WA | $588,491 | $1,803,023 |
Bristol Bay Science & Research Institute Dillingham, AK | $1,477,988 | $1,262,079 |
Oceans Initiative Seattle, WA | $229,940 | $899,313 |
Pacific Shellfish Institute Olympia, WA | $212,140 | $930,129 |
Port Townsend Marine Science Society Fort Worden State Park Port Townsend, WA | $1,314,110 | $690,694 |
Center For Whale Research Friday Harbor, WA | $2,528,855 | $953,722 |
Octo Woodinville, WA | $92,478 | $299,552 |
Underwater Admiralty Sciences Puyallup, WA | $3,773 | $0 |
Pacific Marine Research Seattle, WA | $127,449 | $43,195 |
Meet The Ocean Portland, OR | $21,588 | $0 |