Center for Biological Diversity Inc
The center for biological diversity inc, works to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, …
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At the Center for Biological Diversity, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature - to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive.
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Mission
The center for biological diversity inc, works to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive.
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· vs. 6 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Center for Biological Diversity Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 6 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 6 independent sources, led by the IRS - among the most thoroughly sourced profiles in its cohort. See the sources
- GiveRadar holds 15 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024 - a deeper filing history than 99% of the 16,398 animal welfare charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 93% of the 40,468 animal welfare charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (15 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyCenter for Biological Diversity Inc is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Tucson, AZ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2012 and has been operating for 14 years. Its EIN is 273943866. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $46M in annual revenue. 75 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Center for Biological Diversity Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 273943866. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Center for Biological Diversity Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 90/100.
Center for Biological Diversity Inc is located in Tucson, AZ, United States. The organization was established in 2012 and has been active for 14 years.
Based on official tax filings, Center for Biological Diversity Inc has $46M in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 83% for animal welfare charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Center for Biological Diversity Inc is classified as an Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $46M in annual revenue. The organization has 75 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Center for Biological Diversity Inc. 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, Center for Biological Diversity Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 88% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 83%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
At the Center for Biological Diversity, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature - to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive. Center for Biological Diversity Inc is classified as an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2012.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 83%. Its annual revenue of $46M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Center for Biological Diversity Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Center for Biological Diversity Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 273943866, 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.
Filing history
10 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
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CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (22)
Source: Public filings
22 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Center for Biological Diversity seeks Endangered Species Act protections for two Northwest plants - Oregon Public Broadcasting - OPB
Center for Biological Diversity sues to protect mussel found in Nevada - KOLO | 8 News Now
Center for Biological Diversity sues US agency for delayed protection of rare Appalachian salamander
Center for Biological Diversity files petition to protect rare central Washington mountain flower - krem.com
Center for Biological Diversity et al. v. Bureau of Land Management et al. (Willow Project) - NRDC
All Endorsements Are Not the Same—About the Center for Biological Diversity - Triangle Blog Blog
A Ratty Conversation with the Center for Biological Diversity - American Council on Science and Health
Center for Biological Diversity and others file injunction to stop border wall - KOLD
Scientists challenge Center for Biological Diversity report claiming wild bees near extinction - Genetic Literacy Project
A Subsidy Lesson for the Center for Biological Diversity and the Solar Lobby - The Institute for Energy Research
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 75 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 75 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2012
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Center for Biological Diversity Inc
- What is Center for Biological Diversity Inc?
- Center for Biological Diversity Inc is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Tucson, United States. At the Center for Biological Diversity, we believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature - to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters and climate that species need to survive.
- When was Center for Biological Diversity Inc founded?
- Center for Biological Diversity Inc was founded in 2012.
- Who leads Center for Biological Diversity Inc?
- Guy Kuawu serves as Fin & Admin Director.
- Where is Center for Biological Diversity Inc located?
- Headquartered in Tucson, AZ, United States.
- What is Center for Biological Diversity Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Center for Biological Diversity Inc trustworthy?
- Center for Biological Diversity Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 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 Center for Biological Diversity Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 273943866. Registration: 27-3943866 (United States).
- What is Center for Biological Diversity Inc's website?
- http://www.biologicaldiversity.org