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Your Impact in Action
The Marine Mammal Center sincerely appreciates and proudly recognizes the generous support received from donors who are helping ensure a healthy ocean for marine mammals and humans alike.
Together, we are advancing global ocean conservation through marine mammal rescue and rehabilitation, scientific research, and education.
*During fiscal year 2023, we received 6,488 reports of marine mammals in potential distress. Additionally, our hotline fielded 17,010 calls, reflecting an increase of approximately 1,000 calls compared to the previous calendar year.
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Our Financials
Careful stewardship of our financial resources is key to increasing our impact in the face of ongoing marine mammal health threats and a rapidly changing ocean environment.
This summary of financial information has been extracted from The Marine Mammal Center's audited financial statements, on which an independent public accounting firm, Armanino, expressed an unqualified opinion.
Audited Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2023.
Form 990 for the Fiscal Year ended September 30, 2023.
Archive of Audited Financial Statements for Previous Years
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The Marine Mammal Center Is Proud to Be a Top-Rated Charity
- Charity Navigator Four-Star Charity – the highest possible score from this organization that monitors nonprofits based on their accountability, transparency and financial health.
- Charity Watch Top-Rated Charity – the top ranking from America’s most independent, assertive charity watchdog.
- Independent Charities Seal of Excellence – a distinguished rating, given that of the 1 million charities operating in the United States today, fewer than 2,000 have been awarded this seal.
- Guidestar Platinum Seal of Transparency – this recognition shows a nonprofit's commitment to transparency, allowing potential donors and funders to make educated decisions.
Association of Fundraising Professionals Donor Bill of Rights – The Marine Mammal Center is dedicated to adhering to the AFP's code of ethical conduct.
The Marine Mammal Center is a 501(c)(3) certified organization and is registered in all applicable states. Our tax identification number is 51-0144434.
A copy of the latest financial report, registration filed by this organization, and a description of our programs and activities may be obtained by contacting us at: 2000 Bunker Road, Sausalito, CA 94962 or (415) 289-7335 or [email protected]. The Marine Mammal Center was formed in CA. If you are a resident of one of the following states, you may obtain financial information directly from the state agency:
Florida: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA), OR VISITING www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Florida Registration #CH4638. Georgia: A full and fair description of our programs and our financial statement summary is available upon request at our office and phone number indicated above. Maryland: For the cost of copies and postage, from the Office of the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401. Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of The Marine Mammal Center may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State’s office by calling 1-888-236-6167. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement. Nevada: Contributions may be tax deductible pursuant to the provisions of sec. 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, 26 U.S.C. §170(c). New Jersey: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 973-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT: http://www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/charfrm.htm. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT. New York: Upon request, from the Attorney General’s Charities Bureau, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10005, 1-212-416-8686 or www.charitiesnys.com. North Carolina: Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-919-814-5400. The license is not an endorsement by the state. Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of The Marine Mammal Center may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement. Virginia: From the State Division of Consumer Affairs, Department of Agricultural and Consumer Services, PO Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218. Washington: From the Secretary of State at 1-800-332-4483 or http://www.sos.wa.gov/charities/. West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. Registration does not imply endorsement. Wisconsin: A financial statement of the charitable organization disclosing assets, liabilities, fund balances, revenue and expenses for the preceding fiscal year will be provided to any person upon request.
REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE OR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.
Have Questions?
We're happy to help assist you. You can reach us Monday-Friday 8am-5pm PT at (415) 289-7335 or email us at [email protected].
Or contact us by mail:
The Marine Mammal Center
2000 Bunker Road, Fort Cronkhite
Sausalito, CA 94965