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).
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar animal welfare in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Georgia Aquarium Inc has a substantially complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 99% of the 16,157 animal welfare charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 91% 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
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a donation page
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· 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. 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 77/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $166M in annual revenue. 179 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Georgia Aquarium Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 582574918. 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.
Georgia Aquarium Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77/100. 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 77 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 79% 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.
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. It allocates 79% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 85% 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.
Georgia Aquarium Inc is classified as an 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.
According to GiveRadar's records, Georgia Aquarium 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 79% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 85%). 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.
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 an animal welfare organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2000.
Among animal welfare charities registered in United States: It allocates 79% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 85%. 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.
Filing history
5 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
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
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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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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Injured 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
Feeding Noodle at Georgia Aquarium - FOX 5 Atlanta
Summer 'elevates' guest experience at Georgia Aquarium - FOX 5 Atlanta
Tune in to watch African penguins live from the Georgia Aquarium - USA Today
Georgia Aquarium returns rehabilitated manatee to Florida waters - WRBL
NC, GA Aquariums collaborate to move sand tiger sharks to new, larger homes - NC Newsline
The Georgia Aquarium Is Welcoming A Secret New Species Ahead Of The World Cup — And Making Huge Changes To Some Existing Exhibits - Secret Atlanta
Activity timeline
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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 - 179 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 179 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 · 2000
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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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, GA, United States.
- What is Georgia Aquarium Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100M-$1B. 79% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Georgia Aquarium Inc trustworthy?
- Georgia Aquarium Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 77 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/