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 12/2023, 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 12/2023, Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research generated $1.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.2% per year over the past 8 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
2023
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:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAM: IG ZC PHOTOGRAM - CUVIERS BEAKED WHALES AT GUADALUPE ISLAND, MEXICO: A COMPREHENSIVE ASSESSMENT OF DEMOGRAPHICS AND BEHAVIOR IN AN UNDISTURBED AREA
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4D, OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES:OTHER PROGRAM SERVICESVARIOUS DIRECT AND ANALYTICAL WHALE RESEARCH PROJECTS.
PROGRAM: LMR TAG DEVELOPMENT - IMPROVED TAG ATTACHMENT SYSTEM FOR REMOTELY-DEPLOYED MEDIUM-TERM CETACEAN TAGS. DEMONSTRATE THE FEASIBILITY OF PRODUCING AN ALTERNATIVE TAG ATTACHMENT ANCHOR ELEMENT FOR REMOTE TAG DEPLOYMENT OF SATELLITE TAGS, ONTO CETACEANS, THAT ELIMINATES THE IMPLANTED SHARP SURFACES, HAS A COMPLIANCE CLOSER TO THE TISSUE THAN THE CURRENT GENERATION OF RIGID METALLIC IMPLANTS, AND DECREASES THE CHANCES OF ATTACHMENT ELEMENT BREAKAGE.
PRGRAM: SOAR SURVEYS - MARINE MAMMAL SURVEYS, TELEMETRY TAGGING, BIOPSY DARTING AND DATA ANALYSES
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Gregory S Schorr Directorpresidentbiologist | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $138,236 |
Brenda K Rone Biologist | 40 | $112,203 | |
Erin A Falcone Treasurerbiologist | Officer | 35 | $100,874 |
Russell D Andrews Biologist | Officer | 10 | $20,993 |
Erika Bergman Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Johnson 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 | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,462 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,462 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $1,687,293 |
Investment income | $150 |
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 | $1,693,905 |
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. | $211,933 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $9,606 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $319,205 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $138,346 |
Payroll taxes | $52,299 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $114,784 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $390,366 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $27,103 |
Information technology | $13,445 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $15,620 |
Travel | $69,384 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $3,275 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $31,196 |
Insurance | $43,471 |
All other expenses | $149,989 |
Total functional expenses | $1,580,416 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $108,843 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $382,489 |
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 | $2,493 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $134,863 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $628,688 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $106,446 |
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 | $50,666 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $87,898 |
Total liabilities | $245,010 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $383,678 |
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 | $628,688 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Foundation For Marine Ecology And Telemetry Research Seabeck, WA | $628,688 | $1,693,905 |
Northwest Straits Marine Conservation Foundation Bellingham, WA | $633,635 | $1,512,533 |
Bristol Bay Science & Research Institute Dillingham, AK | $1,858,384 | $1,909,071 |
Port Townsend Marine Science Center Port Townsend, WA | $3,639,588 | $1,062,757 |
Pacific Shellfish Institute Olympia, WA | $323,474 | $1,090,515 |
Oceans Initiative Seattle, WA | $340,668 | $1,174,810 |
Center For Whale Research Friday Harbor, WA | $2,848,179 | $790,167 |
Black In Marine Science Spokane, WA | $1,291,987 | $1,725,216 |
Octo Woodinville, WA | $5,997 | $118,213 |
Underwater Admiralty Sciences Puyallup, WA | $3,773 | $0 |
Map The Gaps Seattle, WA | $481,196 | $485,214 |
Meet The Ocean Portland, OR | $11,410 | $0 |