Financials

SBMM is a nonprofit organization (Tax ID#: 77-0392953) that relies on funds raised through ticket sales, membership, education programs, private events, and generous donations from the community.

OUR FINANCIALS

More information can be found on our Donor Bill of RightsDonor Privacy Policy, Annual Appeal (May 2020), IRS 990 (FY 17FY 18, FY 19 , & FY 20), and Audited Financial Statements (FY 16FY 17 FY 18FY 19 FY 20).

2021 – 2026 STRATEGIC PLAN

2020 – 2021 ANNUAL REPORT

2021 – FORM 990

2019 – 2020 ANNUAL REPORT

LOCAL RECOGNITION

  • Santa Barbara Region Chamber of Commerce’s 2019-2020 NonProfit of the Year 
  • Named in MarinaLife Magazine as 1 of the Top 10 Maritime Museums in the U.S.
  • George & Vivian Obern Preservation Stewardship Award, presented by Santa Barbara Trust for Historic Preservation.
  • Designated a Green Business Program by the Green Business Program of Santa Barbara County (GBPSBC), honoring businesses in Carpinteria, Santa Barbara, Goleta, Buellton, Solvang, Santa Maria and Guadalupe, as well as the unincorporated areas of the County, that operate in an environmentally-responsible manner and recognizing them for their efforts.

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Our commitment to the community is to showcase our rich maritime history, present inspirational programs, and prompt insightful discussions about the future of our coastal community.