SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY

EIN: 462724499 501(c)(3) Human Services

SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Total Revenue
$119,170
Total Expenses
$109,543
Total Assets
$38,430
Net Assets
$-14,740
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2013
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
ZARINAH AGNEW
Phone
6086980428
Tax Period
2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY, founded in 2013, is a small nonprofit in the Human Services sector that reported $119K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 147% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $110K left a modest 8% surplus.

Mission

THE ORGANIZATION IS FORMED TO HELP BRING BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS INSIGHT TO THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE, RESULTING IN POSITIVE HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL, ENERGY, AND ENVIRONMENTAL OUTCOMES.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $84,449

EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY DEVELOPS FOUNDATIONAL EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL ON BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS THAT INDIVIDUALS AND ENTITIES CAN USE TO DESIGN SOLUTIONS WHICH FUNDAMENTALLY...

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EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY DEVELOPS FOUNDATIONAL EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL ON BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS THAT INDIVIDUALS AND ENTITIES CAN USE TO DESIGN SOLUTIONS WHICH FUNDAMENTALLY IMPROVE PEOPLE'S LIVES. THIS MATERIAL HELPS EDUCATE PEOPLE IN IMPROVING HEALTH, SAVING MONEY FOR RETIREMENT, OR CONSERVING ENERGY.

Program 2

CONFERENCES AND EVENTS: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY HOLDS AN ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO TEACH BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS TO THE LEADERSHIP STAFF OF EARLY STAGE COMPANIES THAT HAVE A BENEFICIALLY SOCIAL, COMMUNAL...

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CONFERENCES AND EVENTS: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY HOLDS AN ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO TEACH BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS TO THE LEADERSHIP STAFF OF EARLY STAGE COMPANIES THAT HAVE A BENEFICIALLY SOCIAL, COMMUNAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION.

Program 3

CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY FACILITATES THE DISSEMINATION OF BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS VIA CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS WITH NONPROFIT CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) ENTITIES AND WITH FOR-PROFIT...

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CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS: SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY FACILITATES THE DISSEMINATION OF BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS VIA CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS WITH NONPROFIT CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) ENTITIES AND WITH FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES. SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY HELPS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE HEALTH, FINANCE, EDUCATION, OR ENERGY FIELDS OR ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE OTHERWISE DETERMINED TO BE INCREASING POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT ON THE WORLD. ------------------------------------------------- OTHER PROGRAM SERVICE IS USED FOR STORING MATERIALS, SOFTWARE, AND DIGITAL TOOLS.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $119,170
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $119,170

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $89,100
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $84,449
Other Expenses $20,443
TOTAL EXPENSES $109,543

Year-over-Year Comparison

2023 2022 Change
Revenue $119,170 $48,290 +1.5%
Expenses $109,543 $47,344 +1.3%
Net Income $9,627 $946 +9.2%
Key Indicators
✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
6
Independent Members
5
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
5

Governance Policies

✗ Conflict of Interest Policy
✗ Whistleblower Policy
✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School
✗ Operated a Hospital
✗ Provided First Class Travel
✗ Reported Conflict of Interest
✗ Reported Asset Diversion
✗ Excess Benefit Transaction
✗ Made Political Expenditures
✗ Engaged in Lobbying
✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund
✗ Maintained Art Collections
✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
3
$89,100
Total Directors
6
$89,100
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
ZARINAH AGNEW PRESIDENT 20.00
Officer Director
$89,100 $0 $89,100
DAVID PIZARRO SECRETARY 0.50
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
MEGAN HOGERTY TREASURER 0.50
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
MICHAEL NORTON DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
AYELET GNEEZY DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
NINA MAZAR DIRECTOR 0.50
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2023 $119,170 $109,543 $38,430 $9,627
2020 $26,013 $56,401 $22,830 $-30,388
2018 $462,645 $464,935 $310,130 $-2,290
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