Mote Marine Laboratory

Mission

Established in 1955 by pioneering shark scientist Dr. Eugenie Clark, Mote Marine Laboratory (Mote) is a nonprofit marine science organization dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources. For more than seven decades, Mote has worked to protect our oceans and their inhabitants by conducting world-class research, supporting early-career scientists, increasing ocean literacy for all, rehabilitating sick and injured marine animals, and sharing scientific discoveries with a global audience. With nine campuses across the state of Florida, Mote manages 38 research programs and centers of excellence spanning species conservation, habitat restoration, climate resilience, and ocean technology, alongside robust education and outreach initiatives serving learners of all ages. Mote is home to 350 staff members, including 42 Ph.D. scientists.

Sarasota FL | EIN: 59-0756643
Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?
501(c)(3) organization

Mote Marine Laboratory

Mission

Established in 1955 by pioneering shark scientist Dr. Eugenie Clark, Mote Marine Laboratory (Mote) is a nonprofit marine science organization dedicated to the conservation and sustainable use of marine resources. For more than seven decades, Mote has worked to protect our oceans and their inhabitants by conducting world-class research, supporting early-career scientists, increasing ocean literacy for all, rehabilitating sick and injured marine animals, and sharing scientific discoveries with a global audience. With nine campuses across the state of Florida, Mote manages 38 research programs and centers of excellence spanning species conservation, habitat restoration, climate resilience, and ocean technology, alongside robust education and outreach initiatives serving learners of all ages. Mote is home to 350 staff members, including 42 Ph.D. scientists.

Sarasota FL | EIN: 59-0756643
Profile managed by nonprofit | Is this your nonprofit?
501(c)(3) organization

Beacon Report

  • Great
  • Good
  • Needs Improvement
  • Poor
  • Incomplete
  • Additional Information
Accountability Panel
ScoreMetric
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
Science behind the numbers(opens in new tab)