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Fernbank INC

Public charity
DBA: % CATHERINE A NOWELL
Other · ATLANTA, GA · EIN 58-6028607

About

Fernbank museum of natural history inspires a lifelong learning of natural history through immersive programming and unmatched experiences to encourage a greater appreciation of our planet and its inhabitants. Fernbank is dedicated to stimulating an interest in science, the environment and human culture; reconnecting people to nature; and restoring a sense of wonder in the natural world. Fernbank views natural history as a startlingly contemporary subject matter, encompassing two of the most significant issues of our time--the diversity of our environment and the diversity of human culture. Fernbank presents the concepts of physical, earth, life and social sciences in an interactive and engaging environment through a variety of permanent exhibitions, special exhibitions, giant screen films and signature programs. As an educational institution, fernbank supports a visitor's intrinsic desire to learn. Our goal is to build a more-informed citizenry, scientifically and culturally, that PLA

In care of Catherine a Nowell

Donations are tax-deductible
Category
Other
Employees
189
Volunteers
200

Financial Snapshot

FY ending 2022-12-31
Revenue
$13.7M
Expenses
$12.4M
Assets
$44.5M
Liabilities
$2.1M

Financial history

$13.7M$6.9M$0
16171819202122
RevenueExpenses
Latest FY2022: $13.7M · Avg: $11.8M

Political & Grant Activity

Campaign Spending
Lobbying
Grants Given
$19K
FERNBANK INC
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Address

767 Clifton RD NE
Atlanta, GA, 30307-122

Governance

Voting board members38
Independent members38
Conflict-of-interest policyYes
Whistleblower policyYes
Doc-retention policyYes
Audit committeeYes
990 reviewed by boardYes

Compensation practices

Severance paymentsNo
Equity-based compNo
Supplemental retirement planNo
Compensation committeeYes
Used comp surveyYes
Board approved compYes
Initial contract exceptionNo

Financial detail (Schedule D)

Permanent endowment %100.0%
Endowment held by related orgNo
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