Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc
The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) explores the Middle East, the Arab and Muslim world, and Russia through their media, "bridging the language gap" between the West …
Middle East Media And Research
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MEMRI bridges the language gap which exists between the West and the Middle East, providing timely translations of Arabic, Persian, Urdu-Pashtu, Turkish, Chinese, and Russian media, as well as original analysis of political, ideological, intellectual, social, cultural, and religious trends in the Middle East.
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Mission
The Middle East Media Research Institute (MEMRI) explores the Middle East, the Arab and Muslim world, and Russia through their media, "bridging the language gap" between the West and these regions. It provides timely translations of Arabic, Farsi, Urdu, and Pashtu, as well as Russian, media and other open sources print, broadcast, and online, including social media, sermons, and schoolbooks as well as original analyses of political, ideological, intellectual, social, cultural, and religious trends in the Middle East. Founded in December 1997 to inform the debate over U.S. policy in the Middle East, MEMRI is an independent, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization headquartered in Washington, DC.
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· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2021 · IRS 990 (FY2021)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 80% of the 12,755 international charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyMiddle East Media and Research Institute Inc is a registered international nonprofit based in Washington, DC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1997 and has been operating for 29 years. Its EIN is 522068483. 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 64/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $9M in annual revenue. 33 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 522068483. 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.
Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 64/100. 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 64 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 88% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for international charities in United States is 90/100.
Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc is located in Washington, DC, United States. The organization was established in 1997 and has been active for 29 years. Its registered address is PO Box 27837, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc has $9M in annual revenue. It allocates 88% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 73% for international charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc is classified as an International 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 $9M in annual revenue. The organization has 33 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Middle East Media and Research Institute 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, Middle East Media and Research Institute 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 73%). 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.
MEMRI bridges the language gap which exists between the West and the Middle East, providing timely translations of Arabic, Persian, Urdu-Pashtu, Turkish, Chinese, and Russian media, as well as original analysis of political, ideological, intellectual, social, cultural, and religious trends in the Middle East. Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc is classified as an international organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1997.
Among international charities registered in United States: It allocates 88% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 73%. Its annual revenue of $9M is comparable to the peer average of $5M.
Yes, donations to Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 522068483, 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
3 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2021): 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.
MIDDLE EAST MEDIA AND RESEARCH INSTITUTE 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (12)
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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 2021 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 33 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2021 on record
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Named leadership · 33 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 · 1997
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc
- What is Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc?
- Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc is a international publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Washington, United States. MEMRI bridges the language gap which exists between the West and the Middle East, providing timely translations of Arabic, Persian, Urdu-Pashtu, Turkish, Chinese, and Russian media, as well as original analysis of political, ideological, intellectual, social, cultural, and religious trends in the Middle East.
- When was Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc founded?
- Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc was founded in 1997.
- Who leads Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc?
- Steven Stalinsky serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc located?
- Headquartered in Washington, DC, United States.
- What is Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2021 is approximately $1M-$10M. 88% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc trustworthy?
- Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 64 out of 100 (Partial 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 Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 522068483.
- What is Middle East Media and Research Institute Inc's website?
- https://www.memri.org