NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY

EIN: 530193519 501(c)(3) Education

WASHINGTON, DC

Total Revenue
$209,304,518
Total Expenses
$220,522,212
Total Assets
$2,036,115,001
Net Assets
$1,702,974,435
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1888
Legal Domicile
DC
Phone
2028577000
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC SOCIETY, founded in 1888, is a major nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $209.3M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 10% compared to the prior year. Net assets of $1.7B represent 98 months of operating reserves.

Mission

To increase and diffuse geographic knowledge in the broadest sense, using the power of science, exploration, education and storytelling to illuminate and protect the wonder of the world.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $76,674,416 Revenue: $3,661,032

STORYTELLING AND OUTREACH The Storytelling team oversees the Society's grant making efforts in photography, journalism, film, immersive media, podcasts and other media. Its programs also support...

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STORYTELLING AND OUTREACH The Storytelling team oversees the Society's grant making efforts in photography, journalism, film, immersive media, podcasts and other media. Its programs also support capacity building, ambitious media projects for impact and efforts to amplify voices in the media. Storytelling and Outreach program descriptions continued on Sch. O.

Program 2
Expenses: $70,288,998 Revenue: $417,609

Science & Innovation The Science & Innovation team oversees the Society's grantmaking efforts in science, conservation and technology, develops and manages major programs, and establishes...

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Science & Innovation The Science & Innovation team oversees the Society's grantmaking efforts in science, conservation and technology, develops and manages major programs, and establishes programmatic partnerships with like-minded non-governmental organizations (NGOs). Science & Innovation Program descriptions continued on Sch. O

Program 3
Expenses: $23,240,982 Revenue: $407,353

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS For nearly 40 years, National Geographic's Education division has amplified the work of Explorers into classrooms and communities to inspire tangible, lasting...

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NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS For nearly 40 years, National Geographic's Education division has amplified the work of Explorers into classrooms and communities to inspire tangible, lasting changes worldwide. We cultivate the creativity and resilience of learners, leaders, and educators by designing learning solutions, resources and GIS modules as well as live interactions with Explorers and experiences that support local impact. At the heart of this mission we foster an Explorer Mindset - the curiosity, skills, and knowledge that fuel solutions to challenges and ignite passion for protecting our planet. Through our efforts to build strategic, impactful partnerships, fund education-focused grants, and support research, knowledge creation, and skill development, we are expanding the efforts of Explorers using community-based strategies to inspire tangible, lasting changes worldwide. Continued on Sch. O Education Program Descriptions

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $87,860,410
Program Service Revenue $4,595,752
Investment Income $102,326,490
Other Revenue $14,521,866
TOTAL REVENUE $209,304,518

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $31,410,378
Salaries & Benefits $93,185,694
Fundraising Expenses $9,948,032
Program Expenses $170,204,396
Other Expenses $90,818,810
TOTAL EXPENSES $220,522,212

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $209,304,518 $231,981,168 -0.1%
Expenses $220,522,212 $212,737,237 +0.0%
Net Income $-11,217,694 $19,243,931 -1.6%
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
23
Independent Members
22
Employees
760
Volunteers
22

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
4
$3,536,417
Total Directors
23
$2,193,957
Key Employees
9
$4,473,406
Highest Compensated
5
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Jill Tiefenthaler CEO 45.0
Officer Director
$2,039,099 $39,025 $2,078,124
Afsaneh Beschloss Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Angel Cabrera TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$9,124 $0 $9,124
ANTHONY A WILLIAMS TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
BRENDAN P BECHTEL TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Claudia Madrazo Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Deborah Lehr Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Dina Powell McCormick Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
ELLEN R STOFAN TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Evan G Greenberg Trustee 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
FREDERICK J RYAN JR TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
GEORGE MUNOZ TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
JEAN CASE Chairman 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
John K Delaney Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
JOSEPH M DESIMONE TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
Kate Brandt Trustee 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
Katherine Bradley Vice Chairman 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
Kevin J Maroni Trustee 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Moore Trustee 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
Nancy Pfund Trustee 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
RAJIV SHAH TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$6,200 $0 $6,200
Sandesh Kadur Trustee 4.0
Director
$50,909 $0 $50,909
Strive Masiyiwa TRUSTEE 4.0
Director
$0 $0 $0
ANGELA TAYLOR INTERIM CFO JAN-APR 45.0
Officer
$348,201 $34,144 $382,345
Darien Wright CFO & COO 45.0
Officer
$445,068 $6,661 $451,729
Sumeet Seam Chief Legal Officer 45.0
Officer
$586,464 $37,755 $624,219
Crystal Brown Chief Communications Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$592,929 $14,752 $607,681
Deborah Grayson Chief Education Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$416,972 $21,775 $438,747
EMILY DUNHAM CHIEF CAMPUS AND EXPERIENCES OFFICER 45.0
Key Emp
$379,562 $26,824 $406,386
Ian Miller Chief Science & Innovation Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$562,822 $30,867 $593,689
Jason Southern Chief Technology Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$382,786 $36,493 $419,279
Kara Ramirez Mullins Chief Advancement Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$631,692 $36,595 $668,287
Kim Waldron Chief of Staff & Program Alignment 45.0
Key Emp
$427,107 $30,465 $457,572
Mara Dell Chief Human Resources Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$476,117 $26,607 $502,724
Shannon Bartlett Chief Community Engagement & Social Impact Officer 45.0
Key Emp
$342,479 $36,562 $379,041
Alex Moen Chief Explorer & Engagement Officer 45.0
Highest
$388,550 $26,525 $415,075
Enric Sala Explorer in Residence 45.0
Highest
$437,600 $10,887 $448,487
John Coombe Director, Investments 45.0
Highest
$520,886 $2,259 $523,145
Kaitlin Yarnall Chief Storytelling Officer & SVP 45.0
Highest
$391,114 $26,882 $417,996
Kristi Craig Chief Investment Officer 45.0
Highest
$1,159,875 $26,525 $1,186,400
MICHAEL ULICA Former PRESIDENT/COO/TREASURER 45.0
$840,287 $18,545 $858,832
Robert Young CFO 45.0
$111,236 $0 $111,236
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
2025 No data No data No data No data
2024 $209,304,518 $220,522,212 $2,036,115,001 $-11,217,694
2023 $231,981,168 $212,737,237 $1,872,730,796 $19,243,931
2022 $157,560,446 $188,921,145 $1,790,673,716 $-31,360,699
2021 $203,876,504 $141,186,606 $2,037,588,957 $62,689,898
2020 $70,469,785 $145,411,426 $1,696,779,808 $-74,941,641
2019 $104,693,614 $177,902,113 $1,655,505,558 $-73,208,499
2018 $130,737,807 $160,652,694 $1,538,241,169 $-29,914,887
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