From public IRS filings
UPWELL TURTLES
MONTEREY, CA · Animal-Related
Mission
To protect and recover endangered populations of turtles by reducing threats at sea.
Financials (IRS Form 990)
Total revenue
$1.2M
Total expenses
$1.3M
Total assets
$1.2M
Program expense ratio
83%
Source: IRS Form 990, tax year 2024.
Who funds UPWELL TURTLES
$3.5M in foundation grants on record from 11 funders — matched from IRS 990 grant line items. Some matches may be approximate.
| Funder | Total given | Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Orange County Community Foundation | $2.9M | 4 |
| Marisla Foundation | $290K | 3 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | $120K | 4 |
| Jacarlene Foundation C/O Bank of America Private Bank | $58K | 3 |
| Max Stenbeck Charitable Fund C/O Hcvtholthouse Carlin&Van Trigt Llp | $50K | 1 |
| Big G Charitable Foundation | $30K | 3 |
| Betlach Family Foundation | $28K | 3 |
| Community Foundation Santa Cruz County | $20K | 1 |
| Schwemm Family Foundation | $18K | 2 |
| Barnet Segal Charitable Trust | $5K | 1 |
Leadership
George L Shillinger — Executive Director (Principal officer)
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