American Schools of Oriental Research
American Schools of Oriental Research
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About this organization
Mission
ASOR, founded in 1900, is an international organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the Near East and wider Mediterranean, from the earliest times...
About
Fostering original research, archaeological excavations and explorations. Encouraging scholarship in the basic languages, cultural histories and traditions of the Near Eastern world. Promoting the educational goals of Near Eastern studies and disciplines, and by advocating high academic standards in teaching and interdisciplinary research. Maintaining an active program of timely dissemination of research results and conclusions. Offering educational opportunities in Near Eastern history and archaeology to undergraduates and graduates in North American colleges and universities. Developing engaging programs of outreach for the general public. Supporting and participating in efforts to protect, preserve, and present to the public the historical and cultural heritage of the Near East and the wider Mediterranean and to raise awareness of its degradation.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
In the filing, the mission of the non-profit is noted as “Asor, founded in 1900, is an international organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the near east and wider mediterranean, from the earliest times by: fostering original research, exploration and archaeological fieldwork; encouraging scholarship in the region's languages, texts, traditions, and histories; disseminating research results and conclusions in a timely manner, through a robust publication program, annual meetings and other venues; adhering to the highest ethical standards of scholarship and public discourse; promoting educational opportunities for undergraduates and graduates in institutions of higher education around the world; developing engaging programs of outreach for the general public; supporting and participating in efforts to protect, preserve, and present to the public the historic and cultural heritage of the near east and the wider mediterranean and to raise awareness”.
When referring to its responsibilities, they were outlined as: “Asor, founded in 1900, is an international organization whose mission is to initiate, encourage, and support research into, and public understanding of, the history and cultures of the near east and wider mediterranean, from the earliest times by: fostering original research, exploration and archaeological fieldwork; encouraging scholarship in the region's languages, texts, traditions, and histories; disseminating research results and conclusions in a timely manner, through a robust publication program, annual meetings and other venues; adhering to the highest ethical standards of scholarship and public discourse; promoting educational opportunities for undergraduates and graduates in institutions of higher education around the world; developing engaging programs of outreach for the general public; supporting and participating in efforts to protect, preserve, and present to the public the historic and cultural heritage of the near east and the wider mediterranean and to raise awareness”.
- The state in which the non-profit is legally registered to operate is VA, as per legal records.
- The filing documents the non-profit's address in 2020 as 209 COMMERCE STREET, ALEXANDRIA, VA, 22314.
- According to the non-profit's form, they have 18 employees on their payroll as of 2020.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is $833,053.
- The CEO remuneration plan within the organization is subject to review and approval by an independent source.
- The organization elects its board members.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 31 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1935.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule J.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $860,246 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $93,951 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization pays grants to individuals.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.