Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research
Support the conservation of marine species and populations by developing, improving and using technologies to conduct scientific research into their biology, behavior and physiology to improve public knowledge of marine species and human affects on them.
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research at a glance
In short: Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research gave $28K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $28K), mostly in Hawaii. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $27,500
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $27,500
- Median grant
- $27,500
- Total assets
- $902,219
- -22.5% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Hawaii (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated November 2026.
Who Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was University of Hawaii Foundation ($28K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $28K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| University of Hawaii Foundation Honolulu, HI | Marine Mammal Research | $27,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $902,219 | $1,954,597 | $1,845,575 | $27,500 | 1 | $147 |
| 2024 | $1,163,612 | $1,928,407 | $1,932,851 | — | — | $10,804 |
| 2023 | $628,688 | $1,693,905 | $1,580,416 | — | — | $150 |
| 2022 | $533,387 | $1,733,269 | $1,744,128 | — | — | $372 |
| 2021 | $588,491 | $1,803,023 | $1,587,112 | — | — | $172 |
| 2020 | $382,073 | $1,009,729 | $1,087,179 | — | — | $57 |
About Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research
Based on IRS filings
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Seabeck, WA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $902K in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $28K. Net investment income was $147.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research's 2025 filing lists 10 officers; 4 of 10 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Erika Bergman
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James M. Lyman
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jennifer Senkler
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jon Schorr
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mike Havers
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Johnson
Director
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Erin A. Falcone
Treasurerbiologist
On filings since 2020
36 hrs/week
$77K (2020) → $114K (2025)
Gregory S. Schorr
Directorpresidentbiologist
On filings since 2020
40 hrs/week
$101K (2020) → $164K (2025)
Brenda K. Rone
Biologist
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$112K (2023) → $112K (2025)
Alexandre N. Zerbini
Biologist
On filings since 2024
5 hrs/week
$15K (2024) → $29K (2025)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Russell D. Andrews (2020–2023) — Biologist
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $164K, to Gregory S Schorr (DirectorPresidentBiologist). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research
How much does Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research give each year?
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research gave $28K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research?
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research reported $902K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.0M.
What is Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research?
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research is a public charity focused on Science & Technology, based in Seabeck, WA. It holds $902K in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research operate?
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research has awarded grants in Hawaii.
What is Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research's EIN?
Foundation for Marine Ecology & Telemetry Research's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 81-1023070. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 10, 2026)
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