Virginia Society of Ornithology

EIN: 541081406 501(c)(3) Diseases & Disorders

Williamsburg, VA

Total Revenue
$137,798
Total Expenses
$240,686
Total Assets
$684,254
Net Assets
$684,254
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1968
Legal Domicile
VA
Principal Officer
Dixie Sommers
Phone
7039697931
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

Virginia Society of Ornithology, founded in 1968, is a small nonprofit in the Diseases & Disorders sector that reported $138K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue fell 24% from the prior year — a significant decline worth monitoring. Expenses of $241K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 75% operating deficit.

Mission

to encourage the systematic study of birds in Virginia, to stimulate interest in birds, and to assist the conservation of wildlife and other natural resources

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $177,462 Revenue: $0

Systematic study of birds. The organization produces scientific publications to educate the public and keep members informed about developments in ornithology, including newsletters, The Raven...

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Systematic study of birds. The organization produces scientific publications to educate the public and keep members informed about developments in ornithology, including newsletters, The Raven journal, Virginia Birds publication, and website. The organization also worked with partners to publish the 2nd Virginia Breeding Bird Atlas (www.vabirdatlas.org), and raised funds to pay for the publication. The organization includes the Virginia Avian Records Committee with a mission to increase knowledge of Virginias birds, to evaluate and archive records of vagrants and rare nesting species in the state, and to encourage high standards of observation, recording and reporting in the birding community. The VSO provides awards and scholarships to ornithology students, fostering current and future science. The VSO maintains a MOTUS tower at its Bramble Hill property for tracking tagged birds.

Program 2
Expenses: $25,208 Revenue: $1,300

Stimulate interest in birds. VSO holds field trips for members and led by experienced guides. The VSO provides the VSO Newsletter, website, and social media to stimulate interest in birds throughout...

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Stimulate interest in birds. VSO holds field trips for members and led by experienced guides. The VSO provides the VSO Newsletter, website, and social media to stimulate interest in birds throughout the state serving over 800 members and open access to the public. The VSO Annual meeting features a speaker on significant birding topics. The VSO makes the Bramble Hill property available to members for overnight visits, facilitating birding on the property and in Virginias blue-grass region. The VSO supports youth engagement in bird watching and conservation, and community outreach to engage under-represented groups.

Program 3
Expenses: $27,569 Revenue: $0

Conservation. The VSO manages Bramble Hill, a 30 acre birding preserve on the Virginia/West Virginia state line donated to VSO. VSO manages the Bramble Hill habitat for Golden-winged Warbler breeding...

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Conservation. The VSO manages Bramble Hill, a 30 acre birding preserve on the Virginia/West Virginia state line donated to VSO. VSO manages the Bramble Hill habitat for Golden-winged Warbler breeding and other important species. The VSO conducts an American Kestrel nest box project and provides grants for conservation projects in Virginia and internationally.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $123,525
Program Service Revenue $1,300
Investment Income $12,160
Other Revenue $813
TOTAL REVENUE $137,798

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $31,300
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $2,409
Program Expenses $230,239
Other Expenses $209,386
TOTAL EXPENSES $240,686

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $137,798 $182,375 -0.2%
Expenses $240,686 $206,604 +0.2%
Net Income $-102,888 $-24,229 +3.2%
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Governance

Voting Members
14
Independent Members
14
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
70

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
6
$0
Total Directors
14
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Diane Lepkowski President 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Daniel Albrecht-Malinger Vice President 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Dixie Sommers Treasurer 20.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Phil Kenny Secretary ending 6/30/25 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Rebecca Currin Secretary starting 7/1/25 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Shirley Devan Membership Secretary 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ashley Peele Director starting 7/1/25 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Matthew Anthony Director 5.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Guy Babineau Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Todd Day Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jason Bulluck Director ending 6/30/25 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Meredith Bell Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Nick Newberry Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Monica Hoel Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lisa Perry Director 2.00
$0 $0 $0
Kathy Richardson Director starting 7/1/25 1.00
$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
2025 $137,798 $240,686 $684,254 $-102,888
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $175,214 $61,546 $811,271 $113,668
2022 $131,898 $45,282 $697,603 $86,616
2021 $474,390 $36,985 $610,989 $437,405
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