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Nonprofit · EIN 47-1836063

INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED

Tax-exempt (reinstated) · GAINESVILLE, FL 32605

Financials

$87K$122K2023$72K$85K2024$131K$141K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$131,237$140,752-$9,515$343,610$1,000$342,610
December 31, 2024990-EZ$71,950$84,537-$12,587$353,777$1,400$352,377
December 31, 2023990-EZ$87,251$121,832-$34,581$364,964–$364,964
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$109,637
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$21,600

Expenses

Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$63,700
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$68,580
Occupancy
$29,685
Other expenses
$42,487
Program services (functional)
$63,742

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$353,777
Total assets, end of year
$343,610
Total liabilities, end of year
$1,000
Net assets, end of year
$342,610
Cash, savings and investments
$386
Gross receipts
$131,237

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-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
James SchlachtaDirector President40$63,700
Jon TurnerDirector VP5$0
Anthony CotterDirector5$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 3 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
James SchlachtaDirector President20$26,150
Jon TurnerDirector VP5$0
Anthony CotterDirector5$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 3 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
JAMES SCHLACHTADIRECTOR & P40$37,950
JON TURNERDIRECTOR AND10$0
ANTHONY COTTERDIRECTOR10$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1717 NW 45TH AVE, GAINESVILLE, FL 32605-1311
In care of
% THOMAS C EMMEL
Signed the 990-EZ
James Schlachta, Director

Mission

Our nonprofit organization raises funds to provide crucial support to researchers working on biodiversity conservation in Florida and worldwide. We collaborate with a diverse range of institutions including universities museums schools and independent scientists to fund essential research projects. Grant recipients are encouraged to disseminate their findings through publications in scientific journals and popular media. Additionally we contribute to educational efforts by publishing books focusing on conservation topics such as endangered species and threatened habitats. As part of our commitment to innovation and efficiency we have embraced the use of computer systems and artificial intelligence to enhance data collection methods and advance conservation practices. Through these technological advancements we aim to educate the public and improve the overall effectiveness of conservation efforts.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • We raise funds to support researchers including those from universities museums schools citizen-scientists and naturalists studying biodiversity in Florida and globally. Grant recipients are required to publish their research findings in various media to promote conservation efforts and raise awareness about endangered species and threatened habitats.
  • Our organization utilizes Ground-Based SLAM Lidar technology to accurately map and record various habitats within the diverse environmental landscape of Florida. This innovative approach aids in the conservation efforts and research of endangered species by providing detailed information on their habitats and ecosystems. Through this process we contribute valuable data that supports the protection and preservation of Floridas unique biodiversity.
    Expenses $30,478
  • Our nonprofit organization focuses on researching and studying the application of AI technology in conservation efforts within the State of Florida. Our dedicated team works on testing and implementing computer systems to effectively utilize new AI programs for the analysis and collection of vital conservation data. By harnessing the power of AI we aim to enhance conservation strategies optimize data collection processes and ultimately contribute to the preservation of Floridas diverse ecosystems.
    Expenses $33,264

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-EZ on file

IRS record

EIN
47-1836063
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2018
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$343,610
Income (IRS master file)
$131,237

Revocation and reinstatement

Exemption revoked
May 15, 2017
Posted by the IRS
August 16, 2017
Reinstated
Effective May 15, 2017

From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$131,237$140,752$343,610XML
990-EZDecember 2024$71,950$84,537$353,777IRS
990-EZDecember 2023$87,251$121,832$364,964XML
990-EZDecember 2022–––IRS
990-EZDecember 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 2019–––IRS
990December 2018–––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 47-1836063).

Questions about INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED

What is the EIN of INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED?
The employer identification number (EIN) of INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED is 47-1836063.
Is INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on May 15, 2017 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2017.
Are donations to INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED 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 INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED 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 INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who are the officers and directors of INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 3 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $63,700 (James Schlachta, Director President).
How much revenue does INTERNATIONAL BIODIVERSITY FOUNDATION INCORPORATED have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $131,237, expenses of $140,752 and total assets of $343,610 at year end.

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