American Fisheries Society
American Fisheries Society
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of the American Fisheries Society (AFS) is to improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals. Many of the world's aquatic ecosystems are threatened and fish stocks are declining, with many seriously at risk for extinction. By taking well-considered positions on fisheries issues and through its publications and meetings, the American Fisheries Society provides the highest quality scientific information needed for informed policy decisions on fisheries issues and management of the world's aquatic resources.
About
Annual Meeting - AFS's annual meeting is an international scientific gathering of fisheries and aquatic resource professionals, students, exhibitors and suppliers in locations throughout North America. The meeting offers symposia, papers, posters and special events on the latest scientific research and developments and is a platform for professional development and networking opportunities.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “To improve the conservation and sustainability of fishery resources and aquatic ecosystems by advancing fisheries and aquatic science and promoting the development of fisheries professionals.”.
When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “The american fisheries society is the world's oldest and largest organization dedicated to strengthening the fisheries profession, advancing fisheries science, and conserving fisheries resources.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as DC.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 is noted in the filing as 425 BARLOW PLACE SUITE 110, BETHESDA, MD, 20814.
- The non-profit's form for 2020 reports a total of 29 employees.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$441,327.
- The organization has 39 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1910.
- The organization pays $2,118,215 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $111,885 in fundraising expenses.