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Est.

1953

Fiscal Year Start

Mar 1

Organization Type

Grantseeker

Mission Statement

To collect, preserve and promote the culture and history of Santa Catalina Island and to bring unique exhibitions to Catalina.
Revenues
$14M
Expenses
$3M
Net Income:
+$11M
Assets
$27.8M
Liabilities
$149.5K
Net Assets:
+$27.7M
Operating Budget
$3M
Operating Budget by Year

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Total No. of Grants
10
Median grant size
$12.5K
Largest grant received
$105K
S
Sheila Bergman
Board Member
S
Steve Mandel MD
Board Member
J
Jim Brown
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Catalina Island Museum’s budget?
In 2025, Catalina Island Museum reported an annual operating budget of around $3 million. More detailed financial information is available to registered users.
What causes does Catalina Island Museum support?
Catalina Island Museum supports work in History museums and Business education.
Where does Catalina Island Museum operate?
Catalina Island Museum is headquartered in Avalon, CA.
Who funded Catalina Island Museum recently?
In 2025, Catalina Island Museum received grants from THE KENNETH T AND EILEEN L NORRIS FOUNDATION, FIDELITY INVESTMENTS CHARITABLE GIFT FUND, and CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION. More information on this organization’s funders is available to registered users.
What is the largest grant Catalina Island Museum received in 2024?
The largest grant to Catalina Island Museum in 2024 exceeds $105 thousand.
What is Catalina Island Museum’s reliance on government grants?
Catalina Island Museum relied on government grants for less than 5% of their total revenue in 2025.