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American Society of Overseas Research

Asor, founded in 1900, is an international organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the …

American Society Of Overseas

Social Services Alexandria, VA EIN 231352617 · IRS Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
86/100 · methodology

About American Society of Overseas Research

ASOR's mission is to support the study of the history, archaeology, and cultural heritage of the Near East and wider Mediterranean world.

Founded
Headquarters
Alexandria, VA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
V30Z
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1935

Mission

Asor, founded in 1900, is an international organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the near east and wider mediterranean, from the earliest times by: fostering original research, exploration and archaeological fieldwork; encouraging scholarship in the region's languages, texts, traditions, and histories; disseminating research results and conclusions in a timely manner, through a robust publication program, annual meetings and other venues; adhering to the highest ethical standards of scholarship and public discourse; upholding the highest academic standards in interdisciplinary research and teaching; promoting educational opportunities for undergraduates and graduates in institutions of higher education around the world; developing engaging programs of outreach for the general public; supporting and participating in efforts to protect, preserve, and present to the public the historic and

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Social Services · NTEE V30Z
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar social services in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 0%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 8.67%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 86
Peer average: 89

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

American Society of Overseas Research is a registered social services nonprofit based in Alexandria, VA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1935 and has been operating for 91 years. Its EIN is 231352617. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $2M in annual revenue. 115 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

American Society of Overseas Research has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 86 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for social services charities in United States is 89/100.

American Society of Overseas Research is located in Alexandria, VA, United States. The organization was established in 1935 and has been active for 91 years.

Based on official tax filings, American Society of Overseas Research has $2M in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

American Society of Overseas Research is classified as a Social Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). It has $2M in annual revenue. The organization has 115 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for American Society of Overseas Research. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.

American Society of Overseas Research has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

ASOR's mission is to support the study of the history, archaeology, and cultural heritage of the Near East and wider Mediterranean world. American Society of Overseas Research is classified as a social services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1935.

Among social services charities registered in United States: American Society of Overseas Research's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86/100 is in line with the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $2M is comparable to the peer average of $2M.

Yes, donations to American Society of Overseas Research are generally tax-deductible in the United States. American Society of Overseas Research is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 231352617, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

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Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Leadership

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Andrew Vaughn
Executive Director

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$1.9M revenue
FY2025
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Form filed
$3.3M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
$2.3M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$2.2M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$2.1M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$2.4M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

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Charity Score Revenue Program %
American Society of Overseas Research This page 86 $1.9 million -
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Sources and verification

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Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 115 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about American Society of Overseas Research

What is American Society of Overseas Research?
American Society of Overseas Research is a social services publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Alexandria, United States. ASOR's mission is to support the study of the history, archaeology, and cultural heritage of the Near East and wider Mediterranean world.
When was American Society of Overseas Research founded?
American Society of Overseas Research was founded in 1935.
Who leads American Society of Overseas Research?
Andrew Vaughn serves as Executive Director.
Where is American Society of Overseas Research located?
Headquartered in Alexandria, United States.
What is American Society of Overseas Research's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $1M-$10M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is American Society of Overseas Research trustworthy?
American Society of Overseas Research has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 86 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is American Society of Overseas Research's registration number?
IRS EIN: 231352617.
What is American Society of Overseas Research's website?
http://www.asor.org