Shedd Aquarium

Mission

The Shedd Aquarium, an institution dedicated to public education and conservation, is known as the world's aquarium. Beautifully situated on the shores of Lake Michigan, the facility houses nearly 22,000 aquatic animals representing some 1,500 species of fishes, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates, birds and mammals from waters around the world. Since its opening in 1930, the Aquarium's mission has been to enhance public understanding and appreciation of the aquatic world. Today, this educational goal has gained urgency as more species acquire endangered status. Shedd Aquarium is committed to a number of projects designed to preserve threatened or endangered aquatic species.

Vision

A world thriving with aquatic life, sustained by people who love, understand and protect it.

Goals

1.Advance Shedd's Centennial Commitment - an 8-year endeavor that accelerates access and connection to nature for all and amplifies ways to care and conserve to ensure an equitable and thriving future.
2.Support the continued financial recovery and stability of the aquarium and the broader city of Chicago to encourage further growth and sustainability into the future.
3.Operationalize practices that encourage the wellness of aquarium staff and increase diversity, equity, access and inclusion as Shedd works to become a more socially just and anti-racist organization

Chicago IL | EIN: 36-2167918

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501(c)(3) organization

1200 South Lake Shore Drive,
Chicago IL 60605

https://sheddaquarium.org/

312-692-3284

Shedd Aquarium

Mission

Vision

A world thriving with aquatic life, sustained by people who love, understand and protect it.

Goals

1.Advance Shedd's Centennial Commitment - an 8-year endeavor that accelerates access and connection to nature for all and amplifies ways to care and conserve to ensure an equitable and thriving future.
2.Support the continued financial recovery and stability of the aquarium and the broader city of Chicago to encourage further growth and sustainability into the future.
3.Operationalize practices that encourage the wellness of aquarium staff and increase diversity, equity, access and inclusion as Shedd works to become a more socially just and anti-racist organization

Chicago IL | EIN: 36-2167918

Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?

501(c)(3) organization

1200 South Lake Shore Drive,
Chicago IL 60605

https://sheddaquarium.org/

312-692-3284

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Additional Information

Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes

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No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes

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Financial Statements:Yes

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Records Retention Policy:Yes

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Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes

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100%	Website Reported on Tax Form:Yes
100%	No Material Diversion of Assets:Yes
100%	Financial Statements:Yes
100%	Records Retention Policy:Yes
100%	Tax Form Disclosed on Website:Yes

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