irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $5KSUBSCRIPTION REVENUE FROM BIO-ONE, JSTOR AND ITHAKA GLOSSARY, KGL & SHERIDAN JOURNAL PUBLICATION COSTS & WEBSITE COSTS
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Entomologica Americana Journal Publication
Peer-reviewed scientific journal publishing original research on insect taxonomy, phylogeny, biogeography, and natural history, including research articles, scientific notes, and book reviews
Monthly Public Lecture Series
Free public events featuring expert speakers on topics such as arthropod ecology, entomophagy, and insect behavior, held at the American Museum of Natural History
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 2 activities
- Arthropod-based science education for children and educatorsDevelops and delivers hands-on science education programs for children through after-school activities, museum events, and portable "Observation Stations" used in public schools across New York City, while supporting teachers with curriculum resources and live or fossil insect specimens.
- Public science engagement events featuring live arthropodsOrganizes interactive public events such as the SciComm Block Party and Family Science Nights that feature live insects, arachnids, and myriapods, along with hands-on activities to promote public interest in entomology and arthropod biology.
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Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
- Generating subscription revenue to support journal operationsSecures funding for journal publication and website operations through subscription revenue partnerships with Bio-One, JSTOR, and Ithaka Glossary, generating annual income ranging from $19,595 to $20,415 between reporting years.
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Uncategorized 7 activities
- Free publication of peer-reviewed entomology research in Entomologica AmericanaOffers members the ability to publish peer-reviewed articles of up to 100 pages in the journal Entomologica Americana in both digital and printed formats at no cost.
- Hosting public lectures and monthly meetings on entomology topicsHosts free monthly public meetings and lectures at the American Museum of Natural History featuring experts on topics such as edible insects, tick public health risks, bed bug monitoring technologies, and evolutionary genetics, with events open to the public and held in venues like the Linder Theater.
- Open access to entomological publications and back issuesProvides free online access to current and historical entomological literature, including Entomologica Americana (via Allen Press and BioOne), The Torre-Bueno Glossary of Entomology (1989–2018), and back issues of the Journal of The New York Entomological Society, Inc. through the Biodiversity Heritage Library.
- Public film screenings with scientific Q&A sessionsHosts public film screenings such as "Sixteen Legs," which explores Tasmanian cave biology and long-term scientific research, followed by question-and-answer sessions with scientists involved in the featured research.
- Publication of original research in entomologypublishes original research on the taxonomy, classification, phylogeny, biogeography, behavior, and natural history of insects and other arthropod taxa in the peer-reviewed journal Entomologica Americana.
- Research on evolutionary relationships in sand wasps (Bembix)Conducts scientific research on the genus Bembix using morphological, behavioral, and genetic data to construct the first evolutionary trees for this group of sand wasps.
- Sale of specialized entomology publicationsSold printed copies of specialized entomological works including Advances in Spider Taxonomy (1995) and the Catalog of Scorpions (2000) while inventory was available.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$56K
Contributions & grants$3651%
Program service revenue$20K36%
Investment income$70%
Other revenue$35K
expenses
Total expenses$6K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$842K
Cash$842K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$842K
Liquid reserves1561.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +19.9%
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- AMNH Government — Hosts society meetings at the KAUFMAN Theater, AMNH.
- AMNH Government — administrative and operational affiliation, as indicated by shared email domain (amnh.org) and hosting relationship
- Allen Press Partner — Hosts online access to Entomologica Americana volumes from 2015 to present.
- American Museum of Natural History Government — Held its monthly meeting at the Linder Theater, AMNH.
- American Museum of Natural History Government — Hosts and supports the New York Entomological Society, providing institutional affiliation and infrastructure.
- American Museum of Natural History Government — Hosts the New York Entomological Society; membership payments are sent to an address at the museum.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Collaborates on educational programming involving insects, arachnids, and myriapods for public and classroom use.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Holds monthly meetings at the Linder Theater, AMNH.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Hosts monthly meetings at the Linder Theater, AMNH.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Hosts society meetings at the Linder Theater and collaborates with speakers from the Richard Gilder Graduate School.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Hosts the New York Entomological Society's monthly meetings at the Linder Theater.
- Bio-One Partner — Partner in generating subscription revenue for journal publication and operational support.
- BioOne Partner — Provides online access to Entomologica Americana volumes from 2000 to present.
- Biodiversity Heritage Library Partner — Hosts digitized back issues of the Journal of The New York Entomological Society, Inc. and other historical publications.
- Biodiversity Library Partner — Provides online access to historical publications of the New York Entomological Society and related journals.
- Bread and Yoga Partner — Hosts an after-school science education program using hands-on nature experiences for children in Inwood.
- Brooklyn Bugs Partner — Co-hosted a public event on entomophagy featuring insect-based cuisine and educational presentations.
- Brooklyn Bugs Partner — Collaborated with Brooklyn Bugs to host a presentation on edible insect protein.
- Caveat Partner — Hosted a joint SciComm Block Party event with the New York Entomological Society.
- FiberTrap LLC Partner — Collaborated with FiberTrap LLC to host a public lecture on bed bug monitoring technologies and the application of FiberTrap for insect population monitoring.
- Ithaka Glossary Partner — Partner in generating subscription revenue for journal publication and operational support.
- JSTOR Partner — Partner in generating subscription revenue for journal publication and operational support.
- Lubrecht & Cramer, Ltd. Partner — Distributes back issues and stock of NYES publications and other natural history works.
- New York State Department of Health Partner — Collaborates with public health experts from the New York State Department of Health for scientific presentations.
- Richard Gilder Graduate School Partner — Provides speakers and researchers for society lectures and events.
- Taste of Science Partner — Co-hosted a SciComm Block Party to promote public engagement with entomology.
- Urban Advantage Program Partner — Partners to support Family Science Nights at New York City public middle schools with portable insect-focused educational activities.
strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Behavioral Science to Improve Pest Control Solutions 6 orgsmethodology: behavior_based_pest_controlBy applying knowledge of insect behavior and pheromones, we improve the design of pest control tools like bed bug traps, because understanding behavioral mechanisms increases the effectiveness of intervention strategies.shared approach: Ecology-Based Prevention →
- Hands-On and Narrative-Based Science Education for Public Learningmethodology: experiential_science_educationBy using live animals, storytelling, and historical context in science education, we enhance public understanding and engagement, because experiential learning and narrative framing leverage natural curiosity and make complex science relatable and memorable.
- Open-Access Scientific Publishing to Advance Entomological Knowledgemethodology: open_access_scientific_publishingBy providing free publication in a peer-reviewed journal and distributing scientific literature through academic platforms, we advance entomological research and ensure accuracy and transparency, because open access with rigorous peer review increases dissemination, verification, and scientific progress.
- Public Engagement Through Accessible Science Eventsmethodology: public_science_engagementBy hosting free, open-access public lectures and festive, academically grounded events, we increase public engagement with entomology, because removing financial and cultural barriers makes science more approachable and encourages participation in scientific topics.