The Seismological Society of America (SSA) is a scholarly organization dedicated to the advancement of seismology and the understanding of earthquakes. They make money primarily through membership fees, journal subscriptions, conferences, and grants. Founded in 1906, SSA has a rich history of promoting research, publishing the prestigious "Bulletin of the Seismological Society of America," and organizing annual meetings that bring together experts from around the world to discuss the latest developments in earthquake science.