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VIRGINIA AQUARIUM & MARINE SCIENCE CENTER FOUNDATION INC

EIN: 52-1272309 · VIRGINIA BCH, VA 23451-4811 · United States · FY 2024 Data
5 out of 5 84 / 100 Based on 2+ years of filings
Financial strength (30%) 83/100
Reliability (20%) 81/100
Effectiveness (25%) 93/100
Impact (25%) 80/100
Financial data: FY 2025 · Scored 9/13/2026
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VIRGINIA AQUARIUM & MARINE SCIENCE CENTER FOUNDATION INC logo
84
CharityAI™ Score
out of 100
Mission Statement

We connect people to the marine environment, inspiring a more sustainable future.

Financial Overview — FY 2024
$4.6M
Annual Budget
$5.0M
Total Revenue
$3.8M
Total Expenses
$36.2M
Net Assets
0
Employees
Revenue Sources
Expense Breakdown
Program Expense Ratio 78.7%
Fundraising Efficiency 390.9%
Operating Reserve 114.88x
Liability-to-Asset 1.0%
Revenue Diversification 45.5%
Executive Compensation $0
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CharityAI™ Evaluation — 2025
84 / 100
83
Financial
81
Reliability
93
Effectiveness
80
Impact
Financial Strength (30%) 83
Reliability & Transparency (20%) 81
Program Effectiveness (25%) 93
Impact & Outcomes (25%) 80

570,612 served annually $5 per beneficiary 2 programs 17 staff

IRS Verified Form 990 on File 85% Data Complete
Impact
2 programs
Outcome / Program People Served Cost / Service # Completed Duration
Provided 50% discount for Title I schools groups ensuring equal access for all students. 5,266 $5.90 Per Year
Provided ocean conservation material to all aquarium visitors and outreach audiences 565,346 $5.00 Per Year
Geographic Reach
Local 100%
Financial History
Year Revenue Expenses Net Assets Program % Staff
2024 $5.0M $3.8M $36.2M 78.7% 0
2023 $4.2M $3.7M $34.4M 78.3% 0
2022 $4.5M $3.2M $33.3M 75.7% 0
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Organization Details
EIN
52-1272309
State
VA
City
VIRGINIA BCH
ZIP
23451-4811
Rating
5★
Coverage
A
Last Updated
Aug 2026
IRS Ruling Year
1986
Foundation Code
15
Form 990
On File
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