Society for Applied Spectroscopy
To advance and disseminate knowledge and information concerning the art and science of spectroscopy and other allied sciences, to advance the professional standing and growth of the Society …
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Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a education organization based in ALBANY, United States. Annual revenue: $517K. EIN: 256067341.
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Mission
To advance and disseminate knowledge and information concerning the art and science of spectroscopy and other allied sciences, to advance the professional standing and growth of the Society and its members, to coordinate cooperative endeavors of its individual members and sections,and to promote and maintain a close bond among its members.
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· vs. 8 similar education in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2022 · IRS 990 (FY2022)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Society for Applied Spectroscopy has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1958, it predates 91% of the education charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar's profile for Society for Applied Spectroscopy draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical education charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologySociety for Applied Spectroscopy is a registered education nonprofit based in Albany, NY, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1958 and has been operating for 68 years. Its EIN is 256067341. 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 57/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $497K in annual revenue. 54 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Society for Applied Spectroscopy's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 256067341. 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.
Society for Applied Spectroscopy has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57/100. 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 57 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. The charity allocates 90% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 90/100.
Society for Applied Spectroscopy is located in Albany, NY, United States. The organization was established in 1958 and has been active for 68 years. Its registered address is 230 Washington Avenue Extension Sui, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Society for Applied Spectroscopy has $497K in annual revenue. It allocates 90% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 74% for education charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Society for Applied Spectroscopy is classified as an Education 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 $497K in annual revenue. The organization has 54 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Society for Applied Spectroscopy. 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, Society for Applied Spectroscopy 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 90% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 74%). 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.
Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a education organization based in ALBANY, United States. Annual revenue: $517K. EIN: 256067341. Society for Applied Spectroscopy is classified as an education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1958.
Among education charities registered in United States: It allocates 90% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 74%. Its annual revenue of $497K is below the peer average of $7M.
Yes, donations to Society for Applied Spectroscopy are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 256067341, 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 (FY2022): 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.
SOCIETY FOR APPLIED SPECTROSCOPY 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 (22)
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22 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 2022 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 54 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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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 · FY2022 on record
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Named leadership · 54 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 · 1958
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Society for Applied Spectroscopy
- What is Society for Applied Spectroscopy?
- Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a education supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Albany, United States. Society for Applied Spectroscopy is a education organization based in ALBANY, United States. Annual revenue: $517K. EIN: 256067341.
- When was Society for Applied Spectroscopy founded?
- Society for Applied Spectroscopy was founded in 1958.
- Who leads Society for Applied Spectroscopy?
- Brandye Smith-Goettler serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Society for Applied Spectroscopy located?
- Headquartered in Albany, NY, United States.
- What is Society for Applied Spectroscopy's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2022 is approximately $100K-$1M. 90% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Society for Applied Spectroscopy trustworthy?
- Society for Applied Spectroscopy has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 57 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 Society for Applied Spectroscopy's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 256067341.
- What is Society for Applied Spectroscopy's website?
- https://www.s-a-s.org