Marine Fossil Research Group
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Our primary mission is to source and supply marine fossils for scientific investigation. By focusing on the marine environment we contribute unique specimens that aid researchers in studying geological history evolution and environmental changes. Through our efforts we support the advancement of scientific knowledge and understanding of our planets past. Fossil shark teeth that are not of significant scientific value are sold to provide funding.
- Income
- $199,169
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- During the tax year we donated fossils that were utilized in a research paper focusing on Tetraodontiformes a diverse order of ray-finned fish. These fossils played a critical role in enhancing our understanding of the evolutionary history and morphology of Tetraodontiformes contributing valuable data to the scientific community. The research paper made possible by these donations sheds light on the unique characteristics and adaptations of this group of fish providing important insights into their biology and ecological roles in marine ecosystems.
- During the tax year our organization was fortunate to recover a specimen of an unknown fossil whale. This significant find is currently undergoing careful preparation for donation to a respected research organization specialized in paleontology. This donation will contribute valuable insights to the scientific communitys understanding of prehistoric marine life.
- Throughout the past year our organization has discovered new fossil sites along the North Carolina coastline. These locations have shown promising signs of containing fossil specimens that are of great scientific importance. Our team is excited about the potential for significant discoveries in these newly found exposures.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since December 2023.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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