Social Science Observatory is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (P20) the organization is classified as: Human Service Organizations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Social Science Observatory is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Social Science Observatory generated $48.3k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (23.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $47.3k during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (25.6%) per year over the past 8 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TO HELP BRING BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS INSIGHT TO THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE, RESULTING IN POSITIVE HEALTH, EDUCATIONAL, ENEGRY, AND ENVIORNMENTAL OUTCOMES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EDUCATIONAL MATERIALSOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY DEVELOPS FOUNDATIONAL EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL ON BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS THAT INDIVIDUALS AND ENTITIES CAN USE TO DESIGN SOLUTIONS WHICH FUNDAMENTALLY IMPROVE PEOPLE'S LIVES. THIS MATERIAL HELPS EDUCATE PEOPLE IN IMPROVING HEALTH, SAVING MONEY FOR RETIREMENT,OR CONSERVING ENERGY.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICE IS USED FOR STORING MATERIALS, SOFTWARE, AND DIGITAL TOOLS.
CONFERENCES AND EVENTS SOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY HOLDS AN ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO TEACH BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS TO THE LEADERSHIP STAFF OF EARLY STAGE COMPANIES THAT HAVE A BENEFICIALLY SOCIAL, COMMUNIAL OR ENVIRONMENTAL MISSION.
CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTSSOCIAL SCIENCE OBSERVATORY FACILITATES THE DISSEMINATION OF BEHAVIORAL ECONOMICS VIA CONSULTING ENGAGEMENTS WITH NON-PROFIT CODE SECTION 501(C)(3) ENTITIES AND WITH FOR-PROFIT ENTITIES. IRRATIONAL LABS HELPS ORGANIZATIONS IN THE HEALTH, FINANCE, EDUCATION, OR ENERGY FIELDS ORORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE OTHERWISE DETERMINED TO BE INCREASING POSITIVE SOCIAL IMPACT ON THE WORLD.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Michael Norton Director | 0 | $0 | |
Ayelet Gneezy Director | 0 | $0 | |
Nina Mazar Director | 0 | $0 | |
Zarinah Agnew President | 20 | $35,050 | |
Megan Hogerty Treasurer | 0 | $0 | |
David Pizarro Secretary | 0 | $0 |
Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
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Evelyn Gosnell Behavior Research | 12/30/18 | $147,492 |
Kristen Berman Leading And Conducting Core Irrational L | 12/30/18 | $130,000 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $48,290 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Investment income | $0 |
Gain or Loss | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
Other Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $48,290 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $35,050 |
Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $6,633 |
Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
Other expenses | $5,661 |
Total expenses | $47,344 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash, savings, and investments | $14,922 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $26,134 |
Total liabilities | $50,501 |
Net assets or fund balances | -$24,367 |