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Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory

We seek to improve human health by discovering novel mechanisms of tissue repair (See Schedule O) We seek to improve human health by discovering novel mechanisms of tissue …

Mount Desert Island Biological

Science & Technology Salisbury Cove, ME EIN 010202467 · IRS Sign up to see website
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79
Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
79/100 · methodology

About Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a science technology organization based in BAR HARBOR, United States. Annual revenue: $21.8 million. EIN: 010202467.

Founded
Headquarters
Salisbury Cove, ME
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
U500
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
large

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1954

Mission

We seek to improve human health by discovering novel mechanisms of tissue repair (See Schedule O) We seek to improve human health by discovering novel mechanisms of tissue aging and regeneration, as well as understanding the health impacts of environmental chemicals. We translate our discoveries for the benefit of medicine and society and are dedicated to developing the next generation of scientific leaders through hands-on training.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Science & Technology · NTEE U500
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar science & technology in United States
Program spending This charity: 0%
Peer average: 0%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 2.49%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 79
Peer average: 89

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
OFAC / EU / UN sanctions
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a registered science & technology nonprofit based in Salisbury Cove, ME, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1898 and has been operating for 128 years. Its EIN is 010202467. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 89/100 for science & technology charities in United States. The organization reports $14M in annual revenue. 141 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100. 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 79 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for science & technology charities in United States is 89/100.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is located in Salisbury Cove, ME, United States. The organization was established in 1898 and has been active for 128 years.

Based on official tax filings, Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory has $14M in annual revenue. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is classified as a Science & Technology organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a large organization. It has $14M in annual revenue. The organization has 141 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory. 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.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 (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.

Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a science technology organization based in BAR HARBOR, United States. Annual revenue: $21.8 million. EIN: 010202467. Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is classified as a science & technology organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1898.

Among science & technology charities registered in United States: Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79/100 is below the peer average of 89/100. Its annual revenue of $14M is comparable to the peer average of $14M.

Yes, donations to Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 010202467, 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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Annual revenue
$10M-$100M
0% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

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Leadership

DR
Dr Thomas A Boyd
Treasurer

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

AL
Alan B M••••• E••
Trustee
AL
Alan W K••••••• E••
Chair
AN
Anna M••••••
Trustee
AN
Anne H L••••••
Trustee
AR
Aric N R••••• P••
Associate Professor
BR
Bruce A S•••••• P••
Trustee
CH
Christopher P S•••••••••
Trustee
CL
Clare S••••
Trustee (end July 2023)
CL
Claudine L•••••
VP of Finances
DA
Daphne T•••••• E••
Trustee
DE
Dennis L S•••••• M• P••
TRUSTEE
DR
Dr B•••• A S••••••
TRUSTEE
DR
Dr E••••• J B•••
VICE CHAIR
DR
Dr H•••••• H•••••
PRESIDENT
DR
Dr J•••• A C••••••
ASSOCIATE PR
DR
Dr J•••• L C•••••
SECRETARY
DR
Dr J••• H G•••••
DIRECTR COMP
DR
Dr M••••••• A M••••
TRUSTEE
DR
Dr P•••• A••••
TRUSTEE
DR
Dr T••••• A B•••
TREASURER
DU
Dustin U•••••
ASSISTANT PR
DU
Dustin U••••• P••
Associate Professor
ED
Edward J B••• J• M•
Vice Chair
EL
Elizabeth R M•••• P••
Trustee (start July 2023)
HE
Hermann H••••• M•
President
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$20.5M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
$14.1M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$12.0M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$21.8M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$11.2M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other science & technology in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory This page 79 $14.1 million -
Alfred e Mann Foundation for Scientific Research 89 $18.1 million -
Gordon Research Conferences 89 $62.0 million -
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences 89 $29.7 million -
Center for Environmental Health Monitoring and Management 89 $13.1 million -
Public Policy Institute of California 89 $36.4 million -
Mcnc 89 $74.1 million -
Wiscnet 89 $10.6 million -
Fannie and John Hertz Foundation 89 $12.2 million -

Sources and verification

Refreshed

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 - 141 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory

What is Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory?
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a science & technology supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Salisbury Cove, United States. Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory is a science technology organization based in BAR HARBOR, United States. Annual revenue: $21.8 million. EIN: 010202467.
When was Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory founded?
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory was founded in 1898.
Who leads Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory?
Dr Thomas A Boyd serves as Treasurer.
Where is Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory located?
Headquartered in Salisbury Cove, United States.
What is Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 0% of expenses go to program services.
Is Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory trustworthy?
Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 79 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 Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory's registration number?
IRS EIN: 010202467.
What is Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory's website?
https://mdibl.org/