Georgia Aquarium Inc
Georgia aquarium is a leading non-profit dedicated to aquatic research, exceptional animal care, and education to engage and cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation for our world ocean. …
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Mission
Georgia aquarium is a leading non-profit dedicated to aquatic research, exceptional animal care, and education to engage and cultivate a deeper understanding and appreciation for our world ocean. We do this by helping people see the world differently. We work to engage and educate millions of people through one of the largest varieties of aquatic life in the world, and share our groundbreaking research across the scientific community in efforts that lead to important oceanic discoveries. We believe we can make a difference by showing how humankind, aquatic animals and the waters of the world are connected and inspiring people to action. Georgia aquarium is certified by the american humane association (aha), and accredited by the alliance for marine mammal parks and aquariums (ammpa) and the association of zoos and aquariums (aza).
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyGeorgia Aquarium Inc is a registered animal welfare nonprofit based in Atlanta, GA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2000 and has been operating for 26 years. Its EIN is 582574918. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 92/100 for animal welfare charities in United States. The organization reports $166M in annual revenue. 179 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Georgia Aquarium Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for animal welfare charities in United States is 92/100.
Georgia Aquarium Inc is located in Atlanta, GA, United States. The organization was established in 2000 and has been active for 26 years.
Based on official tax filings, Georgia Aquarium Inc has $166M in annual revenue. 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.
Georgia Aquarium Inc is classified as a Animal Welfare organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). It has $166M in annual revenue. The organization has 179 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Georgia Aquarium 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.
Georgia Aquarium Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (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.
Georgia Aquarium Visit Today. Explore a world under the sea with our newest gallery, Sharks! Predators of the Deep. Plus you'll see whale sharks, beluga whales and other marine life. Save money, get your tickets online now. Georgia Aquarium Inc is classified as a animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2000.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: Georgia Aquarium Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 is below the peer average of 92/100. Its annual revenue of $166M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Georgia Aquarium Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Georgia Aquarium Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 582574918, 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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5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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GEORGIA AQUARIUM 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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NeutralInjured U.S. military veterans find relief and awe swimming with a whale shark at Georgia Aquarium - Georgia Public Broadcasting
Georgia Aquarium Veterans - The Herald Journal
Wounded veterans snorkel with a whale shark at the Georgia Aquarium - AP News
Injured US military veterans find relief and awe swimming with a whale shark at Georgia Aquarium - Ottumwa Courier
Summer 'elevates' guest experience at Georgia Aquarium - FOX 5 Atlanta
Feeding Noodle at Georgia Aquarium - FOX 5 Atlanta
Tune in to watch African penguins live from the Georgia Aquarium - USA Today
What is the best attraction in Georgia? It's the largest in the world - Savannah Morning News
Georgia Aquarium returns rehabilitated manatee to Florida waters - WRBL
NC, GA Aquariums collaborate to move sand tiger sharks to new, larger homes - NC Newsline
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- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 179 disclosed in the public registry.
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Quick facts about Georgia Aquarium Inc
- What is Georgia Aquarium Inc?
- Georgia Aquarium Inc is a animal welfare publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Atlanta, United States. Georgia Aquarium Visit Today. Explore a world under the sea with our newest gallery, Sharks! Predators of the Deep. Plus you'll see whale sharks, beluga whales and other marine life. Save money, get your tickets online now.
- When was Georgia Aquarium Inc founded?
- Georgia Aquarium Inc was founded in 2000.
- Who leads Georgia Aquarium Inc?
- Tammie Williams serves as Chief Financial Officer.
- Where is Georgia Aquarium Inc located?
- Headquartered in Atlanta, United States.
- What is Georgia Aquarium Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100M-$1B. 0% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Georgia Aquarium Inc trustworthy?
- Georgia Aquarium Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 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 Georgia Aquarium Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 582574918.
- What is Georgia Aquarium Inc's website?
- http://www.georgiaaquarium.org/