International Ocean Film Festival Inc
Organize film-based festivals featuring the world's best ocean related independent films.
International Ocean Film Foundation Inc
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Mission
Organize film-based festivals featuring the world's best ocean related independent films.
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show International Ocean Film Festival Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 92% of comparable charities. See the sources
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 87% of the 133,127 arts & culture 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 charities, 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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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyInternational Ocean Film Festival Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in San Francisco, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2003 and has been operating for 23 years. Its EIN is 364568001. 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 $309K in annual revenue. 32 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern. Recent news coverage is predominantly positive.
International Ocean Film Festival Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 364568001. 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.
International Ocean Film Festival 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. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
International Ocean Film Festival Inc is located in San Francisco, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2003 and has been active for 23 years.
Based on official tax filings, International Ocean Film Festival Inc has $309K in annual revenue. It allocates 73% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
International Ocean Film Festival Inc is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $309K in annual revenue. The organization has 32 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for International Ocean Film Festival Inc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, International Ocean Film Festival 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 73% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). 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.
Join the International Ocean Film Foundation for the 2026 Online Ocean Film Festival showcasing inspiring films, programs, and events dedicated to ocean conservation and education. International Ocean Film Festival Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2003.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 73% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $309K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to International Ocean Film Festival Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. International Ocean Film Festival Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 364568001, 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 (FY2025): 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.
INTERNATIONAL OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL 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 FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (11)
Source: Public filings
11 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
This Year’s Opening Film Explores Antarctica’s Marine Ecosystem; AI Ocean Film Section Also Added - 매일경제
Busan To Host 2026 Ocean Film Festival - Businesskorea
Coming Up! Annual Ocean Film Fest returns to Harbor Branch - Vero News
Ocean Film Screenings Await in Fort Pierce - Palm Beach Illustrated
Samsung Galaxy's Ocean Mode and Coral Reef Initiative Receive International Recognition and Awards - Samsung Mobile Press
Samsung Galaxy’s Ocean Mode and Coral Reef Initiative Awarded and Receive International Recognition - Samsung Global Newsroom
CINEMARE 10th International Marine Film Festival in Kiel - GEOMAR Helmholtz-Zentrum für Ozeanforschung Kiel
The 23rd annual International Ocean Film Festival kicks off in SF - KALW
Shipwreck Coast International Film Festival set in Manitowoc April 10 - Herald Times Reporter
Movies: International Ocean film fest, Lucrecia Martel, ‘Miroirs No. 3,’ ‘Serpent’s Skin’ - Local News Matters
Activity timeline
Filings and press mentions, merged
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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 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 32 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 · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 32 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 · 2003
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about International Ocean Film Festival Inc
- What is International Ocean Film Festival Inc?
- International Ocean Film Festival Inc is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in San Francisco, United States. Join the International Ocean Film Foundation for the 2026 Online Ocean Film Festival showcasing inspiring films, programs, and events dedicated to ocean conservation and education.
- When was International Ocean Film Festival Inc founded?
- International Ocean Film Festival Inc was founded in 2003.
- Who leads International Ocean Film Festival Inc?
- Karmen Johnson serves as President.
- Where is International Ocean Film Festival Inc located?
- Headquartered in San Francisco, CA, United States.
- What is International Ocean Film Festival Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 73% of expenses go to program services.
- Is International Ocean Film Festival Inc trustworthy?
- International Ocean Film Festival 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 International Ocean Film Festival Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 364568001.
- What is International Ocean Film Festival Inc's website?
- http://www.intloceanfilmfest.org