Civic Intelligence

Ric Obarrys Dolphin Project

EIN 47-1665067 • 501(c)3 • Largo, FL

Profile

For Education, Safety, Protection, Recovery, and Prevention From Cruelty for All Cetaceans Especially Dolphins

13573 65th StreetLargo, FL 33771

www.dolphinproject.com

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

54th percentile

0.03x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 54% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

47th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 47% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

61st percentile

10%

Higher net margin than 61% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

Score unavailable

No value available

No filing with officer rows is available for this organization yet.

Asset Growth

82nd percentile

29%

Faster asset growth than 82% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

71st percentile

25%

Faster revenue growth than 71% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • $500k-$1M nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets54th percentile

Assets

Up

$230,090

Up $51,880 (+29%) from 2023

Liabilities

Down

$6,333

Down $6,325 (-50%) from 2023

Net Assets

Up

$223,757

Up $58,205 (+35%) from 2023

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue47th percentileNet Margin61st percentile

Revenue

Up

$557,738

Up $110,129 (+25%) from 2023

Expenses

Down

$499,533

Down $118,235 (-19%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

$58,205

Up $228,364 (+134%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth82nd percentile

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$600K$400K$200K$0Assets 2014: $19,606Liabilities 2014: $11,1752014Assets 2015: $40,363Liabilities 2015: $136Net Assets 2015: $40,2272015Assets 2016: $173,910Liabilities 2016: $0Net Assets 2016: $173,9102016Assets 2017: $309,320Liabilities 2017: $24,800Net Assets 2017: $284,5202017Assets 2018: $257,678Liabilities 2018: $636Net Assets 2018: $257,0422018Assets 2019: $343,394Liabilities 2019: $6,063Net Assets 2019: $337,3312019Assets 2020: $313,801Liabilities 2020: $21,120Net Assets 2020: $292,6812020Assets 2021: $423,090Liabilities 2021: $19,058Net Assets 2021: $404,0322021Assets 2022: $341,439Liabilities 2022: $5,728Net Assets 2022: $335,7112022Assets 2023: $178,210Liabilities 2023: $12,658Net Assets 2023: $165,5522023Assets 2024: $230,090Liabilities 2024: $6,333Net Assets 2024: $223,7572024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$230,090
Liabilities$6,333
Net Assets$223,757
Open 2024 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth71st percentile

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$1.0M$500K$0-$500KRevenue 2014: $33,052Expenses 2014: $24,621Net Income 2014: $8,4312014Revenue 2015: $320,441Expenses 2015: $288,645Net Income 2015: $31,7962015Revenue 2016: $545,706Expenses 2016: $412,023Net Income 2016: $133,6832016Revenue 2017: $556,966Expenses 2017: $446,356Net Income 2017: $110,6102017Revenue 2018: $421,184Expenses 2018: $448,662Net Income 2018: -$27,4782018Revenue 2019: $661,618Expenses 2019: $581,329Net Income 2019: $80,2892019Revenue 2020: $606,544Expenses 2020: $651,194Net Income 2020: -$44,6502020Revenue 2021: $780,609Expenses 2021: $669,258Net Income 2021: $111,3512021Revenue 2022: $622,862Expenses 2022: $691,183Net Income 2022: -$68,3212022Revenue 2023: $447,609Expenses 2023: $617,768Net Income 2023: -$170,1592023Revenue 2024: $557,738Expenses 2024: $499,533Net Income 2024: $58,2052024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$557,738
Expenses$499,533
Net Income$58,205
Open 2024 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$230,090
Liabilities
$6,333
Net assets
$223,757
Revenue
$557,738
Expenses
$499,533
Net income
$58,205
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$2.30$0.06$2.24$5.58$5.00$0.58
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.78$0.13$1.66$4.48$6.18$1.70
2022Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$3.41$0.06$3.36$6.23$6.91$0.68
2021Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$4.23$0.19$4.04$7.81$6.69$1.11
2020Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$3.14$0.21$2.93$6.07$6.51$0.45
2019Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$3.43$0.06$3.37$6.62$5.81$0.80
2018Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$2.58$0.01$2.57$4.21$4.49$0.27
2017Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$3.09$0.25$2.85$5.57$4.46$1.11
2016Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$1.74$0.00$1.74$5.46$4.12$1.34
2015Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.40$0.00$0.40$3.20$2.89$0.32
2014Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.20$0.11$0.33$0.25$0.08
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Nov 10, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.2
Gross Receipts
$560,766
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

For education, safety, protection, recovery and prevention from cruelty for all cetaceans especially dolphins

For Education, Safety, Protection, Recovery, and Prevention From Cruelty for All Cetaceans Especially Dolphins

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Rtn Earn Endowment Incm Other Fnds$165,552$223,757▲ $58,205
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$122,143$178,290▲ $56,147
Accounts Receivable$33,385$32,824▼ $561
Inventories for Sale or Use$19,332$16,580▼ $2,752
Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net$2,287$1,333▼ $954
Intangible Assets$1,063$1,063→ $0
Savings and Temporary Cash Investments-$0-
Other Notes and Loans Receivable, Net-$0-
Pledges and Grants Receivable-$0-
Receivable From Disqualified Prsn-$0-
Receivables From Officers Etc-$0-
Investments Other Securities-$0-
Investments Program Related-$0-
Investments in Publicly Traded Securities-$0-
Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges-$0-
Total Assets$178,210$230,090▲ $51,880
Other Assets Total-$0-
Liabilities
Other Liabilities$12,658$6,333▼ $6,325
Total Liabilities$12,658$6,333▼ $6,325
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$165,552$223,757▲ $58,205
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$178,210$230,090▲ $51,880

Asset Categories

AssetBook ValueDepreciationBasis
Equipment$1,333$10,956$12,289
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer PayScore unavailable

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseTotal
Richard O'BarryPresidentFT$59,100$59,100

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Martha RogersDirector
Matthew SorumDirector
Sarah MeltzoffDirector
Timothy BurnsTreas, Secret
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$546,486
Program Service Revenue
$0
Investment Income
$0
Other Revenue
$11,252
All Other Contributions
$546,486
Change in Net Assets
$58,205
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Other Expenses$332,291
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$167,242
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Total Fundraising Expense$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Other Salaries and Wages$95,125--$95,125
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$59,100--$59,100
Office Expenses-$38,295-$38,295
Other Expenses$16,111--$16,111
Travel$14,300--$14,300
Payroll Taxes$13,017--$13,017
Occupancy$8,595--$8,595
Insurance-$6,041-$6,041
Fees for Services Accounting-$4,300-$4,300
Advertising$1,872--$1,872
Fees for Services Other$1,207--$1,207
Depreciation Depletion$954--$954
Fees for Services Legal-$100-$100
Total Functional Expenses$450,797$48,736$0$499,533
International Activity

International Summary

Employees
1
Spending
$167,003

International Compliance

Activity in boycott countries
No
Foreign corporation ownership
No
Foreign partnership interest
No
Interest in foreign trust
No
Passive foreign investment company interest
No
Transfers to foreign corporations
No

International Activities

RegionActivityServicesOfficesEmployeesSpending
East Asia and PacificProgram ServicesEducation Center01$167,003
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Insider Transactions and Loans

Interested-Person Transactions

Interested PartyRelationshipDescriptionShared RevenueAmount
Lincoln O'BarrySon of PresidentWagesNo$24,622

Loans and Receivables

Line ItemBeginningEndChange
Receivables from Disqualified Persons-$0-
Receivables from Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees-$0-
Debt and Bond Financing

Other Reported Liabilities

LiabilityAmount
Other Liabilities$6,333
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
No
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
Yes
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11B

“It will be provided to the board members for review”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12C

“The board of directors reviews annually if any conflicts exist.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15A

“Review the other comparable officers, did budget and set salary”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15B

“Review the other comparable positions, did budget and set salary”

Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19

“These documents are available upon request”

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Ric OBarrys Dolphin Project
EIN
47-1665067
Phone
3109232185
Address
13573 65th Street, Largo, FL 33771

Signing Officer

Name
Richard O'Barry
Title
President
Signed
2025-11-10
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Formed
2014
Legal Domicile
CA
Voting Board Members
5
Independent Board Members
4
Employees
4
Volunteers
24

Preparer

Firm
Terra A Van Zant CPA
Address
101 Parkshore Dr Suite 100, Folsom, CA 95630
Preparer
Terra Van Zant CPA
Phone
9168448206
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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy2Grp/Desc0INDONESIAUmah Lumba Rehabilitation, Release, and Retirement CenterDolphin Project, in conjunction with our local partnersthe Central Jakarta Forestry Department and Jakarta Animal Aid Network (JAAN)built the Umah Lumba Rehabilitation, Release, and Retirement Center in Banyuwedang Bay, West Bali, the first-ever permanent dolphin rehabilitation, release, and retirement facility for formerly performing dolphins.In July of this year, just over 10 months since three confiscated dolphins were offered their freedom, Rambo, the last remaining dolphin residing near the release site, chose to depart. In the weeks prior to his departure, he was seen swimming with a pod of wild bottlenose dolphins. All signs point to his having joined a pod and living the life he was meant to lead.(Last September, the gate at the Umah Lumba Rehabilitation, Release, and Retirement Center was opened, offering freedom to Rocky, Rambo, and Johnnythe three dolphins who had been in our care for nearly three years. It was a soft release, meaning they could choose to leave the area or stay near the center. Rambo chose to stay.)While our main focus at Umah Lumba is dolphin rescue and rehabilitation, Dolphin Project is proud to provide medical aid and rehabilitation for a variety of species. Expanding on our community initiatives, we engaged in several outreach activities in Bali, including:Ongoing maintenance at the Umah Lumba Center.Operating the Umah Lumba Education Center (in the nearby village), educating school-aged children on nature, animal welfare, marine life, and dolphin conservation, as well as offering core academic classes in a fun and engaging environment. This free school served 69 students this year.Planting 6,500 mangrove seedlings.Responding to six stranding cases, all of which were unfortunately fatal.Hosting several groups, including: the first-ever Sea Turtle Alliance medical workshop for veterinarians from Indonesia and the Philippines; the tour agency Vegan Travels, to learn about dolphin protection; a group from George Mason University, to study dolphin rehabilitation and release; and 20 students who helped plant mangroves and learned about dolphin conservation.Operating a no-cost veterinary clinic providing care for local pets.Conducting marine mammal stranding training in Karimun Jawa, attended by government officials, local fishermen, and community members.Rescuing and rehabilitating long-tailed macaques (Macaca fascicularis) from a variety of situations.Providing medical aid and rehabilitation for sea turtles, including endangered and critically endangered species. Despite protections, Indonesia still suffers from an illegal trade in live sea turtles for meat and cultural purposes. Many turtles are also injured by boat propellers and jet skis. This year, 107 rescued sea turtles were cared for and safely released back to the ocean.
IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0EUROPEThe campaign to support local activists in Europe is ongoing. We are working with a German NGO to make Germany dolphinarium-free. About 30 years ago we began protesting the Hagenbeck Zoo, when Germany had roughly a dozen captive dolphin facilities. Today, only two remain: one in Duisburg and one in Nuremberg. We intend to shut them down.Victory in Belgium! Dolphin Project first began protesting dolphin captivity in Antwerp in 1999, alongside Belgian dolphin freedom activists. When the dolphin theater at the Antwerp Zoo closed later that year, Boudewijn Seapark became the countrys last remaining dolphinarium. On November 17, Flemish Minister for Animal Welfare Ben Weyts announced that Flanders will enforce a permanent ban on dolphinariums. Boudewijn Seapark, where seven bottlenose dolphins remain confined in a concrete theater, must close no later than 2037. This victory shows that protest works.Helene OBarry continues to monitor the orcas and dolphins at Loro Parque in Tenerife, Spain. Dolphin Project strongly urges TUI to put ethics over profits and stop selling tickets to Loro Parque and other facilities that exploit orcas and dolphins as tourist attractions. As the worlds largest tourism business, TUI has a responsibility to lead by example, which is why we are targeting them.Dolphin Project has also narrowed its search for the first EU-based dolphin rehabilitation and retirement center for formerly performing dolphins. We are currently evaluating potential sites in Greece, Italy, France, and Portugal, and we hope to break ground in 2025.________________________________________
IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActyOtherGrp/Desc0SOLOMON ISLANDSDolphin Project is actively developing community programs in conjunction with an agreement to end dolphin exploitation. By offering economic and social benefits that reduce reliance on dolphin-derived income, we aim to stop dolphin hunting and trafficking while improving access to social services. We also monitor and record the annual dolphin drive hunts and maintain a database of the number of dolphins killed each year.UNITED STATESNO MORE DOLPHINS AT DISNEY!After collaborating with local activist Izzy Megilley on our Save the Disney Dolphins campaign and collecting nearly 30,000 signatures urging Disney to retire the dolphins at EPCOT, the park announced in October that all live dolphins will be removed. Disney cited a commitment to prioritizing the well-being of the animals. While we advocated for a proper retirement for the dolphins, we are pleased that Disney is now a dolphin-free attraction.MIAMI SEAQUARIUMFor decades, Dolphin Project has vigorously campaigned against the Miami Seaquariums use of captive dolphins. Since August 2023, when the worlds most famous captive orca, Lolita, died, over 120 dolphins have died at the facility. Between 2021 and 2023, three inspection reports by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) cited serious problems at the facility, allegedly including drastic food restriction, poor water flow, and placing incompatible animals togetherresulting in injuries and deaths. After obtaining more than 23,000 petition signatures asking Miami-Dade County to terminate the Seaquariums lease, on March 7 the office of Miami-Dade Mayor Daniella Levine Cava issued a Notice of Termination of Lease letter to the parent company, The Dolphin Company. On October 2, however, a county judge denied Miami-Dades motion for eviction and ordered both sides into mediation. The fight is far from over.CARNIVAL CRUISE LINESCarnival Cruise Lines glamorizes swim-with-dolphin programs as a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Dolphin Project launched a campaign asking Carnival to terminate its partnerships with captive dolphin facilities and instead promote local, ethical ecotourism activities as part of their on-shore excursions.ABANDONED DOLPHINS RESCUED NASSAU, BAHAMASIn early May, Dolphin Project was alerted to an abandoned captive dolphin facility on Balmoral Island, Nassau. Closed during the COVID-19 pandemic, the tourist attraction never reopened and dolphins were left in limbo. Days later, we were invited to inspect the dolphins and the facility firsthand. Dolphin Project urged the Bahamian government to implement immediate life-saving interventions for the five surviving dolphins.On May 10, the Ministry of Agriculture and Marine Resources confirmed that all five dolphins were removed from the premises and transferred to Atlantis animal care facility for observation and medical treatment.EMPTY THE TANKSOn May 1112, activists in 64 locations worldwide peacefully advocated for dolphins during Dolphin Projects 12th annual Empty the Tanks event. On June 8, coinciding with World Ocean Day, we hosted a global beach cleanup. On September 1, we launched Dolphin Defender Month, with demonstrations against the Taiji dolphin hunts and the captive dolphin trade.DOLPHIN PROJECT: 54 YEARS AND GOING STRONG!April 22 marked Dolphin Projects 54th anniversary. As part of our birthday fundraiser, volunteers and Dolphin Project staff participated in a whale watch on April 2021 with Captain Daves Dolphin & Whale Watching Safari in Dana Point, California. For two days, people from around the world witnessed dolphins and whales swimming wild and free in their natural habitat. A fabulous time was had by all, and crucial operating funds were raised for Dolphin Project.
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