HIGH DESERT MUSEUM
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The High Desert Museum, a nonprofit organization with EIN 51-0179336, is dedicated to natural history education and engagement in the high desert region. With an operating budget of $8.4 million and total revenue of $12.2 million for the 2024 filing year, the museum aims to excite and educate the public through innovative, interdisciplinary experiences that foster connections and dialogue about the high desert. The organization does not rely on a single funder for 50% or more of its revenue, ensuring a diverse funding base to support its mission. For more information, visit www.highdesertmuseum.org.
Mission Statement
THE HIGH DESERT MUSEUM WILDLY EXCITES AND RESPONSIBLY TEACHES THROUGH INNOVATION, INTERDISCIPLINARY EXPERIENCES, CREATING CONNECTION TO AND DIALOGUE ABOUT THE HIGH DESERT.
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Natural history museums
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Charity Verification Snapshot
IRS EO Business Master File Status
Listed as tax-exempt
IRS Pub 78 Status
Eligible for tax-deductible gifts
IRS Revocation Status
Not in Automatic Revocation of Exemption List
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is HIGH DESERT MUSEUM’s budget?
In 2024, HIGH DESERT MUSEUM reported an annual operating budget of around $8.4 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does HIGH DESERT MUSEUM support?
HIGH DESERT MUSEUM supports work in Natural history museums.
Where does HIGH DESERT MUSEUM operate?
HIGH DESERT MUSEUM is headquartered in BEND, OR.
Who funded HIGH DESERT MUSEUM recently?
In 2025, HIGH DESERT MUSEUM received grants from THE BROOKS AND SUZANNE RAGEN FAMILY FOUNDATION, CHARITIES AID FOUNDATION AMERICA, and Marcia H Randall Foundation. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant HIGH DESERT MUSEUM received in 2024?
The largest grant to HIGH DESERT MUSEUM in 2024 exceeds $1.3 million.
What is HIGH DESERT MUSEUM’s reliance on government grants?
HIGH DESERT MUSEUM relied on government grants for more than 5% of their total revenue in 2024.