Sea Shepherd Conservation Society
- Assets
- $6.9m
- Revenue
- $5.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 10
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 05/1982
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 93-0792021
Organization Overview
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (D01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2020, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society employed 10 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sea Shepherd Conservation Society 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 12/2020, Sea Shepherd Conservation Society generated $5.8m 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 (6.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $12.3m during the year ending 12/2020. 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
MARINE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION TO END THE DESTRUCTION OF HABITAT AND SLAUGHTER OF WILDLIFE IN THE WORLD'S OCEANS IN ORDER TO CONSERVE AND PROTECT ECOSYSTEMS AND SPECIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CAMPAIGNS:DURING 2020, 5 SHIPS (SHARPIE, FARLEY, MV JOHN PAUL DEJORIA, MARTIN SHEEN, WHITE HOLLY,) WERE IN OPERATION TO SUPPORT THE VARIOUS CAMPAIGNS OF THE ORGANIZATION.OPERATION TREASURED ISLANDS OCCURRED IN PERU TO ADDRESS THE IUU FISHING ISSUES: SEA SHEPHERD IS WORKING WITH MEXICAN AUTHORITIES TO PATROL AND DEFEND THIS PROTECTED MARINE RESERVE AND WITH SCIENTISTS TO RESEARCH SEVERAL OF THE DIVERSE MARINE SPECIES NATIVE TO THE AREA INCLUDING WHALE SHARKS, SCALLOPED HAMMERHEADS, AND FALSE KILLER WHALES.OPERATION MILAGRO/MEXICO: THE VAQUITA PORPOISE IS THE MOST CRITICALLY ENDANGERED MARINEMAMMAL IN THE WORLD. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MEXICO GOVERNMENT TO PROTECT THE SPECIES. OPERATION TREASURED ISLANDS/PERU: THE ORGANIZATION WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PERU GOVERNMENT TO DETECT ILLEGAL, UNREGULATED & UNREPORTED FISHING.
CAMPAIGNS:DURING 2020, 5 SHIPS (SHARPIE, FARLEY, MV JOHN PAUL DEJORIA, MARTIN SHEEN, WHITE HOLLY,) WERE IN OPERATION TO SUPPORT THE VARIOUS CAMPAIGNS OF THE ORGANIZATION.OPERATION TREASURED ISLANDS OCCURRED IN PERU TO ADDRESS THE IUU FISHING ISSUES: SEA SHEPHERD IS WORKING WITH MEXICAN AUTHORITIES TO PATROL AND DEFEND THIS PROTECTED MARINE RESERVE AND WITH SCIENTISTS TO RESEARCH SEVERAL OF THE DIVERSE MARINE SPECIES NATIVE TO THE AREA INCLUDING WHALE SHARKS, SCALLOPED HAMMERHEADS, AND FALSE KILLER WHALES.OPERATION MILAGRO/MEXICO: THE VAQUITA PORPOISE IS THE MOST CRITICALLY ENDANGERED MARINEMAMMAL IN THE WORLD. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE MEXICO GOVERNMENT TO PROTECT THE SPECIES. OPERATION TREASURED ISLANDS/PERU: THE ORGANIZATION WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PERU GOVERNMENT TO DETECT ILLEGAL, UNREGULATED & UNREPORTED FISHING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Paul Watson Former President; Advisor | 40 | $195,231 | |
Farrah Smith Director Of Major Gifts | 40 | $128,769 | |
David Hance Chief Operating Officer | Officer | 40 | $125,900 |
Alex Cornelissen President - As Of 04/2020 | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $18,000 |
James Costa Secretary, Interim Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Pritam Singh Chair And Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Brands Fashion Gmbh Procurement | 12/30/20 | $443,113 |
Sea Shepherd Legal Legal | 12/30/20 | $223,493 |
Arnold & Porter Kay Schooler Legal | 12/30/20 | $169,245 |
Brands Fashion Gmbh Procurement | 12/30/20 | $443,113 |
Fonatur Operad Port Moorage Dock Fees | 12/30/20 | $152,396 |
Sea Shepherd Legal Legal | 12/30/20 | $223,493 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $5,050,536 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,050,536 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $490,137 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $85 |
| 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 | $184,232 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,807,277 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $223,493 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $75,000 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $147,999 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $14,800 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $224,125 |
| Other salaries and wages | $648,411 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,181 |
| Other employee benefits | $17,333 |
| Payroll taxes | $51,199 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $335,048 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $255,895 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,240,623 |
| Advertising and promotion | $119,085 |
| Office expenses | $350,600 |
| Information technology | $113,146 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $123,867 |
| Travel | $183,344 |
| 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 | $389,691 |
| Insurance | $273,536 |
| All other expenses | $17,925 |
| Total functional expenses | $12,315,265 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,427,148 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $8,949 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $289,135 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,176,409 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $15,911 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $9,695 |
| Total assets | $6,927,247 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $721,698 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $262,900 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $984,598 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,096,030 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $846,619 |
| 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 | $6,927,247 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Sea Shepherd Conservation Society has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Powell Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: DESIGNATED GRANT: GENERAL OPERATING AND SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Net Contributions | $100,000 |
| Ending Balance | $100,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
People For The Ethical Treatment Of Animals Inc Norfolk, VA | $38,563,989 | $60,639,678 |
American Bird Conservancy The Plains, VA | $25,589,592 | $21,059,448 |
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Alexandria, VA | $6,927,247 | $5,807,277 |
Clean Water Action Washington, DC | $2,117,280 | $5,749,311 |
Humane Society Legislative Fund Washington, DC | $11,185,575 | $14,350,994 |
Doris Day Animal League Washington, DC | $0 | $972,046 |
Cheetah Conservation Fund Alexandria, VA | $4,391,886 | $4,323,557 |
Born Free Usa United With Animal Protection Institute Silver Spring, MD | $2,382,950 | $1,718,607 |
National Wildlife Refuge Association Washington, DC | $438,674 | $2,363,454 |
Animal Outlook Inc Washington, DC | $1,507,926 | $1,848,101 |
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association Inc Washington, DC | $4,426 | $606,835 |
Animalkind Inc Raleigh, NC | $307,454 | $520,572 |