Nonprofit · EIN 23-7037266
RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC
Tax-exempt · TOPEKA, KS 66604
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $401,866 | $436,125 | -$34,259 | $665,391 | $0 | $665,391 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $281,360 | $305,879 | -$24,519 | $663,242 | $0 | $663,242 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $356,719 | $361,500 | -$4,781 | $648,021 | $0 | $648,021 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $77,314
- Program service revenue
- $285,095
- Investment income
- $39,457
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Program services (functional)
- $436,125
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $699,650
- Total assets, end of year
- $665,391
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $665,391
- Publicly traded securities
- $553,072
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $665,391
- Gross receipts
- $401,866
- Employees
- 0
- Year formed
- 1966
- State of legal domicile
- AK
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andr Botha | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jennifer Coulson | Vice President Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cheryl Dykstra | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marie-Sophie Garcia-Heras | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Juan Manuel Grande | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Carolina Granthon | Secretary Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Julie Heath | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cindy Kemper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher McClure | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tricia Miller | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Natasha Murphy | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ulises Balza | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Lisa Takats Priestley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marton Horvath | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Zoe Smith | DR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
5 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Van Buskirk | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Brian Washburn | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher McClure | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| RichardHarness | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Richard Bierregaard | President Officer | 4 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 19 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andr Botha | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jennifer Coulson | Vice President Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cheryl Dykstra | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marie-Sophie Garcia-Heras | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Juan Manuel Grande | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Carolina Granthon | Secretary Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Julie Heath | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cindy Kemper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher McClure | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tricia Miller | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Natasha Murphy | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Ulises Balza | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Lisa Priestley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marton Horvath | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Zoe Smith | DR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Richard Van Buskirk | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Brian Washburn | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher McClure | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Richard Bierregaard | President Officer | 4 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 18 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Andr Botha | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Jennifer Coulson | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cheryl Dykstra | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marie-Sophie Garcia-Heras | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Juan Manuel Grande | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Carolina Granthon | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Julie Heath | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Cindy Kemper | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Christopher McClure | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Tricia Miller | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Natasha Murphy | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Joel Pagel | Vice President Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Lisa Priestley | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Marco Restani | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Zoe Smith | DR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Brian Washburn | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Richard Bierregaard | President Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Richard Van Buskirk | Treasurer Officer | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 4444, TOPEKA, KS 66604-0444
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Richard Van Buskirk, PO Box 4444, Topeka, KS 66604
- Signed the 990
- Richard Van Buskirk, Treasurer
- Phone
- (503) 352-2251
- Return prepared by
- Alexander Tax & Consulting
Mission
The Raptor Research Foundation (RRF) is an international scientific societywhose primary goal is the accumulation and dissemination of sceentificinformation abou raptors
Program accomplishments
- Form 990 - Organization's Mission or Most Significant Activities The Raptor Research Foundation (RRF) is the worlds largest professional society for raptor researchers and conservationists. Founded in 1966 as a non-profit organisation, our primary goal is the accumulation and dissemination of scientific information about raptors. We also promote an awareness and appreciation of raptors amongst the General public. Our 950+ membership spans 50 countries on six continents, forming a global network of raptor experts. The worlds leading raptor researchers are members of RRF, along with other professional scientists, wildlife managers, educators, conservationists, students and amateur raptor enthusiasts. Form 990, Part VI, Line 7a - Election of Members and Their Rights Voting for Directors shall be by written ballot by mail, and voting by proxy shall be prohibited. A plurality of all votes cast for a particulardirectorship shall be required for election to that position. The Board of Directors shall have full control and supervision of the affairs of the Foundation; shall have full authority to make rules and regulations for the administration of the Foundation, consistent with the Articles of Incorporation and By Laws; and, through the President, shall beresponsible to the Regular Membership for the effective and efficient operation of the Foundation. Within the discretion of the Board of Directors, it may delegate to the President or other Director such authority as it deems necessary.Form 990, Part VI, Line 7b - Decisions Subject to Approval of Members Within the discretion of the Board of Directors, any matter may be submitted to the Regular Membership for vote by mail. Upon the written petition of at least 5 percent of the Regular Membership eligible to vote any such matter shall be submitted to the Membership eligible to vote for vote by mail. Within 15 days following receipt of such petition, the Board of Directors shall submit the matter to the voting Membership for vote. Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b - Organization's Process to Review Form 990Form 990 is reviewed and signed by the Treasurer on behalf of theOrganization. After it is filed, the 990 Form and associated documentationis made available to the Board of Directors and the membership for their review.orm 990, Part VI, Line 19 - Governing Documents Disclosure Explanation Some documents are on our website (raptorresearchfoundation.org); others are available upon request from the Secretary or Treasurer and would be transmitted electronically.Expenses $436,125
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 23-7037266
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1970
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Animal-related (D053)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $665,391
- Income (IRS master file)
- $401,866
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $401,866 | $436,125 | $665,391 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2024 | $281,360 | $305,879 | $663,242 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $356,719 | $361,500 | $648,021 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $282,631 | $276,686 | $556,306 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2017 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 23-7037266).
Questions about RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC
- What is the EIN of RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC is 23-7037266.
- Is RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1970.
- Are donations to RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Richard Van Buskirk.
- Who are the officers and directors of RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 20 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does RAPTOR RESEARCH FOUNDATION INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $401,866, expenses of $436,125 and total assets of $665,391 at year end.
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