National Wildlife Refuge Association
- Assets
- $438.7k
- Revenue
- $2.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 14
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 04/1975
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 23-7447365
Organization Overview
National Wildlife Refuge Association is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1975. According to its NTEE Classification (D01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 06/2022, National Wildlife Refuge Association employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. National Wildlife Refuge Association is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2022, National Wildlife Refuge Association generated $2.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.1m during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.5%) per year over the past 7 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2017, National Wildlife Refuge Association has awarded 14 individual grants totaling $287,015. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TO CONSERVE AMERICA'S WILDLIFE HERITAGE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS THROUGH SRATEGIC PROGRAMS THAT PROTECT AND ENHANCE THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM AND THE LANDSCAPES BEYOND ITS BOUNDARIES. BY COMBINING POLICY, LANDSCAPE-SCALE CONSERVATION EFFORTS, GRASSROOTS DEVELOPMENT AND PUBLIC EDUCATION, THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION WORKS TO STRENGTHEN THE ECOLOGOCIAL INTEGRITY OF OUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES, MAINTAINING THE DIVERSITY OF AMERICAN WILDLIFE AND PLANTS FOR THE FUTURE
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CONSERVATION PROGRAMS- THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION SUPPORTS LANDSCAPE-SCALE CONSERVATION INITIATIVES THAT SECURE THE ECOLOGICAL WELL-BEING OF NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES AND THEIR SURROUNDING NATURAL SYSTEMS. THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION CONVENES PUBLIC AND PRIVATE PARTNER AGENCIES, NONPROFITS AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS, IDENTIFIES KEY CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES IN ECOSYSTEM CONSERVATION AND HELPS SET COMMON GOALS, AND THEN WORKS WITH PARTNERS TO BUILD COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND SECURE FUNDING FROM A VARIETY OF SOURCES TO ACCOMPLISH WILDLIFE CONSERVATION GOALS ON THE GROUND.
CONSERVATION POLICY AND EDUCATION- THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION MOBILIZES HUNDREDS OF LOCAL AND NATIONAL PARTNERS TO ADDRESS URGENT CONSERVATION NEEDS, INCLUDING FUNDING FOR THE REFUGE SYSTEM, LOSS OF VITAL HABITAT AND NATURAL SYSTEMS THAT SUSTAIN WILDLIFE REFUGES, INVASIVE SPECIES, AND DAMAGING CHANGES IN LAND USE. THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION CHAIRS A COALITION OF NATIONAL ENVIRONMENTAL, SCIENTIFIC, AND SPORTING GROUPS WITH A COMBINED MEMBERSHIP OF MORE THAN 15 MILLION PEOPLE, WITH THE OBJECTIVE OF RAISING AWARENESS OF THE NEEDS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF OUR NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGES.
CONSERVATION CONSTITUENCY- BUILDING- THE REFUGE ASSOCAITION PLAYS A LEADERSHIP ROLE IN BRINGING A SPECTRUM OF INTERESTS TOGETHER TO SUPPORT CONSERVATION ACTION, AND SPECIFICALLY THE SUCCESS OF THE REFUGE SYSTEM. THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION TRAINS, EDUCATES, MENTORS AND ORGANIZES REFUGE FRIENDS GROUPS ACROSS THE COUNTRY, ENGAGES PRIVATE LANDOWNERS, RANCHERS AND SPORTSMEN, AND WORKS WITH COMMUNITY GROUPS SURROUNDING URBAN WILDLIFE REFUGES. TOGETHER THESE CONSTITUENT GROUPS FORM A DIVERSE CHORUS OF VOICES, WHICH THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION BRINGS TOGETHER TO TAKE ACTION IN SUPPORT OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NEEDS.
COMMUNICATION THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ASSOCIATIONS COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM IS FOCUSED ON DEVELOPING AND EXECUTING BRANDING AND MARKETING STRATEGIES TO A) COMMUNICATE PROGRAMS OF THE REFUGE ASSOCIATION EFFECTIVELY, B) GROW AND CULTIVATE THE CONSTITUENCY OF THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM OF THE UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, AND C) ENHANCE THE REFUGE ASSOCIATIONS OFFLINE AND ONLINE PRESENCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Geoffrey Haskett President | Officer | 40 | $164,120 |
Caroline Brouwer Vice Preside | 40 | $107,628 | |
Julie Morris Program Mana | 40 | $105,850 | |
Marco Aguilar Chief Oper. | Officer | 40 | $48,075 |
Mike Baldwin Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Gail Carmody At-Large | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Mark Musaus Consulting And Reimbursements | 6/29/18 | $147,780 |
Paul Taylor Consulting | 6/29/18 | $121,701 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $12,935 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $656,310 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,620,799 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,290,044 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $10 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $73,400 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,363,454 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $7,500 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $173,264 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $9,144 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $843,946 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $15,670 |
| Other employee benefits | $68,671 |
| Payroll taxes | $75,301 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $60,082 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $445,613 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,582 |
| Office expenses | $30,177 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $78,077 |
| Travel | $60,294 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $7,944 |
| Interest | $1,148 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,972 |
| Insurance | $6,231 |
| All other expenses | $6,190 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,106,966 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $195,925 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $11,472 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $101,201 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $4,258 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $8,179 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $109,516 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $8,123 |
| Total assets | $438,674 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $94,682 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $39,287 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $43,409 |
| Other liabilities | $14,012 |
| Total liabilities | $191,390 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$193,832 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $441,116 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $438,674 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, National Wildlife Refuge Association has awarded $179,608 in support to 8 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Newark, CA PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR AN URBAN PROGRAM FOCUSED ON PLACE-BASED EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS | $25,000 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR THE URBAN WILDLIFE CONSERVATION PROGRAM AND PARTNERSHIPS WITHIN GREATER BALTIMORE | $25,000 |
Trenton, MI PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR AN URBAN PROGRAM FOCUSED ON PLACE-BASED EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTS | $25,000 |
Alamo, TX PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE CREATION OF SCHOOLYARD HABITATS IN THREE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS | $25,000 |
FRIENDS OF FRONT RANGE WILDLIFE REFUGES PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR AN URBAN PROGRAM UTILIZING THE UNIQUE REFUGES IN THE COMPLEX IN A LONG-TERM EFFORT TO RECONNECT THE METRO DENVER AREA. | $25,000 |
Raleigh, NC PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR THE CONTRACT ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND OUREACH POSITION | $25,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that National Wildlife Refuge Association has recieved totaling $153,042.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Pritchard Foundation New Canaan, CT PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE PUPROSES | $50,000 |
The Malcolm C Damuth Foundation Austin, TX PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE | $25,000 |
New-Land Foundation Inc San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENT/WILDLIFE | $25,000 |
Give Back Foundation Madison, WI PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $13,123 |
Eric Friedheim Foundation Inc Jacksonville, FL PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
The Annenberg Foundation Conshohocken, PA PURPOSE: BLOCK ISLAND OPERATIONS | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $116,136 |
| Earnings | $15,844 |
| Ending Balance | $131,980 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
American Bird Conservancy The Plains, VA | $25,589,592 | $21,059,448 |
Sea Shepherd Conservation Society Alexandria, VA | $6,927,247 | $5,807,277 |
Clean Water Action Washington, DC | $2,117,280 | $5,749,311 |
Humane Society Legislative Fund Washington, DC | $11,185,575 | $14,350,994 |
Doris Day Animal League Washington, DC | $0 | $972,046 |
Cheetah Conservation Fund Alexandria, VA | $4,391,886 | $4,323,557 |
Born Free Usa United With Animal Protection Institute Silver Spring, MD | $2,382,950 | $1,718,607 |
National Wildlife Refuge Association Washington, DC | $438,674 | $2,363,454 |
Animal Outlook Inc Washington, DC | $1,507,926 | $1,848,101 |
The Humane Society Veterinary Medical Association Inc Washington, DC | $4,426 | $606,835 |
The Generic Animal Drug Alliance Forest Hill, MD | $702,736 | $298,934 |
Richmond Animal Welfare Foundation Richmond, VA | $987,948 | $536,967 |