Nonprofit · EIN 76-0038315
HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER
Tax-exempt · SPRING, TX 77381
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $7,838,125 | $7,848,486 | -$10,361 | $6,827,267 | $827,979 | $5,999,288 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $6,858,545 | $7,088,820 | -$230,275 | $6,979,342 | $797,900 | $6,181,442 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $7,527,746
- of which government grants
- $3,393,513
- Program service revenue
- $290,873
- Investment income
- $91
- Royalties
- $215
- Net rental income
- $19,200
- Other revenue
- $19,415
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $907,080
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,679,838
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $4,971,589
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $31,608
- Accounting fees
- $74,278
- Occupancy
- $107,862
- Travel
- $71,937
- Depreciation
- $298,259
- Program services (functional)
- $5,106,561
- Management and general (functional)
- $2,391,668
- Fundraising (functional)
- $350,257
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $6,979,342
- Total assets, end of year
- $6,827,267
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $827,979
- Net assets, end of year
- $5,999,288
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $5,864,173
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $5,892,388
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $106,900
- Gross receipts
- $7,838,125
- Employees
- 45
- Volunteers
- 152
- Year formed
- 1982
- State of legal domicile
- TX
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, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John L Hall | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $384,063 | $35,695 |
| Robert Travis | VP - Business Operations Officer | 40 | $218,046 | $27,635 |
| Stephanie Glenn | VP - Water Research Key employee | 40 | $212,739 | $28,902 |
| Carlos G Lopez | Clean Energy Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $148,800 | $30,541 |
| Marina B Kriticos | Strategy, External Affairs Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $149,730 | $28,735 |
| Maya Houston | Development Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $163,692 | $11,822 |
| Ryan Bare | Sr. Research Scientist, Program Mgr Highest-paid employee | 40 | $128,414 | $25,521 |
| Melissa Lanclos | Sr. Geospatial, Analytics Mgr Highest-paid employee | 40 | $132,130 | $9,099 |
| J Todd Mitchell | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 | $0 |
| Cullen Geiselman PhD | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ray Cline PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Margaret V Cox | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa A Gonzalez | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Ramanan Krishnamoorti PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| B Greg Mitchell PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
4 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paul Nelson | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 |
| Thaddeus Bo Smith | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 |
| Bruce Tough JD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 |
| Spiros Vassilakis | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 20 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John L Hall | President & CEO Trustee or director, Officer | 40 | $349,934 | $36,497 |
| Stephanie Glenn | VP - Water Research Key employee | 40 | $205,866 | $35,972 |
| Robert Travis | VP - Business Operations Officer | 40 | $211,129 | $28,575 |
| Marina Badoian | Strategy, External Affairs Director Highest-paid employee | 40 | $143,890 | $32,236 |
| Carlos G Lopez | Director of Clean Energy Highest-paid employee | 40 | $134,199 | $28,856 |
| Stacy Smith | Director of Communications Highest-paid employee | 40 | $150,113 | $9,777 |
| Melissa Lanclos | Sr. Geospatial, Analytics Manager Highest-paid employee | 40 | $128,329 | $8,834 |
| Scott Gall | Business Administration Manager Highest-paid employee | 40 | $120,635 | $8,401 |
| J Todd Mitchell | Chairman Trustee or director, Officer | 10 | $0 | $0 |
| Cullen Geiselman PhD | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Ray Cline PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Margaret V Cox | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Lisa A Gonzalez | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Ramanan Krishnamoorti PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| L James Lester PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| B Greg Mitchell PhD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Paul Nelson | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Thaddeus Bo Smith | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Bruce Tough JD | Director Trustee or director | 0.25 | $0 | $0 |
| Spiros Vassilakis | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 8801 GOSLING RD, SPRING, TX 77381-4844
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- John L Hall, 8801 Gosling Road, The Woodlands, TX 77381
- Signed the 990
- Carmen Osier, Business Operations Director
- Phone
- (281) 364-6000
- Website
- www.harcresearch.org
- Return prepared by
- Blazek & Vetterling
Mission
To use independent research in air, water, climate and equity issues, developing sustainable solutions to improve the quality of life for generations to come. Continued on Schedule O.Our Mission: HARC applies science to drive energy, air, water, and resilience solutions for a sustainable and equitable future. Our Vision: HARC envisions a world where:- Natural resources are sustainably used and equitably distributed;- The economy is viable and ensures the well-being of current and future generations;- Society is fully engaged in the stewardship and enrichment of nature; and- Effective action is consistently taken to ensure all communities thrive.
Program accomplishments
- Strong, Engaged, and Resilient Communities: Our greatest challenges are connected, which is why HARC applies a systems approach to all of its work. This is especially true of HARC's resilience research, which brings together air, energy, and water expertise to provide practical, science-based solutions to mitigate risk, strengthen and increase communities' ability to bounce back from extreme events, and sustain a healthy economy. HARC works with communities and leaders to co-create and implement economic, environmental, and social solutions, grounded in research and people's lived experiences, that strengthen communities, generate good jobs, improve health outcomes, and expand opportunity.Expenses $2,757,469 · revenue $190,350
- Clean, Reliable, and Affordable Energy: Energy drives the economy, especially in Texas, and the energy choices we all make directly impact the environment, our health, and the economy. HARC provides research, planning services, tools and technical assistance on the implementation of energy technologies and policies that generate economic development and mitigate environmental risks.Expenses $1,688,657 · revenue $67,916
- Clean & Accessible Water: HARC provides in-depth water research analysis to policymakers, communities, and local governments. HARC emphasizes the protection of watersheds, a holistic approach to water management, nature-based infrastructure solutions, and the importance of healthy coastal ecosystems.Expenses $660,435 · revenue $32,607
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 | Not 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
- 76-0038315
- 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
- 1983
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Science and technology (U40)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $6,827,267
- Income (IRS master file)
- $7,838,125
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $7,838,125 | $7,848,486 | $6,827,267 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2023 | $6,858,545 | $7,088,820 | $6,979,342 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $5,532,701 | $6,337,307 | $7,372,966 | 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 76-0038315).
Questions about HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER
- What is the EIN of HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER is 76-0038315.
- Is HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1983.
- Are donations to HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER 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 HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names John L Hall.
- Who are the officers and directors of HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 19 people; 8 received compensation from the organization, the highest $384,063 (John L Hall, President & CEO).
- How much revenue does HOUSTON ADVANCED RESEARCH CENTER have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $7,838,125, expenses of $7,848,486 and total assets of $6,827,267 at year end.
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