2025-12-16T15:27:41-06:00 2024-12-31 760269860 Blazek & Vetterling 2900 Weslayan Suite 200 Houston TX 77027 990 2024-01-01 760491491 The Matagorda Bay Foundation MATA 7135241012 15918 CR 946 Brazoria TX 77422 William Balboa Executive Director 7135241012 2025-12-16 1 0 Kurt Coburn P01638285 7134395739 2025-12-16 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Jim Blackburn 15918 CR 946 Brazoria TX 77422 1105228 0 X https://matbay.org/ X 1995 TX The Matagorda Bay Foundation (MBF) is dedicated to stewardship of the Matagorda Bay ecosystem. 6 6 3 25 0 0 512881 1105228 0 0 0 0 0 0 512881 1105228 0 0 0 0 90908 248734 0 0 1732 436613 793630 527521 1042364 -14640 62864 243627 249584 0 8659 243627 240925 MBF strives to ensure vital ecosystems of coastal central Texas remain thriving and resilient for generations through collaboration, education, advocacy and innovative conservation practices. 0 0 356548 The Matagorda Bay Bathymetry Study is a comprehensive effort to map and characterize the bay bottom of West Matagorda Bay with a focus on areas not yet surveyed. The Bay is home to some of the most ecologically vital nursery habitats along the Texas Gulf Coast. Its reefs, wetlands, and open bay areas support an intricate food web, from plankton to redfish, sea turtles, and shorebirds, all the way to people who rely on these waters for recreation, sustenance and economic livelihood. The bathymetric survey enables scientists and decision-makers to prioritize areas for protection, restoration and sustainable use. 204615 The Oliver Point Project is a vital initiative to restore and protect over 700 acres of estuarine tidal marsh and shallow bay habitats, along with nearly 50 acres of oyster reef habitat. Located just south of Palacios, Texas at the confluence of Tres Palacios and Matagorda Bays, this area showcases a rich diversity of estuarine environments. The project seeks to rehabilitate these critical habitats and safeguard the nesting and foraging grounds for various bird species such as Black Skimmers, American Oystercatchers, Brown Pelicans, terns, gulls and coastal wading birds. By implementing shoreline protections and restoring oyster reefs, water quality is enhanced, erosion is reduced, and the resilience of the coastal ecosytem is bolstered. 413238 MBF has several projects and initiatives that include: advancing a living shoreline at Redfish Lake to stabilize the area and reduce habitat losses, developing programs to improve conservation planning, public awareness and science-backed information to protect the Colorado-Lavaca Estuary including West Matagorda Bay, protecting the LCRA Nature Park dune system on Matagorda Beach which is a nesting habitat for coastal birds and supporting a nursery development at Turtle Creek to aid the growth and establishment of coastal aquatic plants, creation of wetlands, and produce over 30,000 plants for habitat restoration. 974401 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 8 0 1 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 6 6 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 0 X William Balboa 7135241012 15918 CR 946 Brazoria TX 77422 Jim Blackburn President 2.50 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Fred Beck Treasurer 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Al Garrison Director 2.50 0.00 X 0 0 0 Hasty Johnson Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Roger Soape Director 2.50 0.00 X 0 0 0 Donny Tran Director 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 William Balboa Executive Director 40.00 0.00 X 97917 0 0 97917 0 0 0 0 0 0 Compass Environmental Solutions LLC 1625 Cottonwood School Rd Rosenberg TX 77471 Environmental consulting 378368 Atkins Realis Inc 4030 W Boy Scout Blvd Ste 700 Tampa FL 33607 Engineering 204617 2 266772 838456 1105228 1105228 0 0 0 X 97917 84655 12599 663 128088 110765 16457 866 5513 4741 733 39 17216 14884 2215 117 2350 2350 22030 22030 676793 651534 25212 47 12785 9729 3056 2947 1687 1260 8919 8919 15838 12139 3699 Repairs and maintenance 48336 48336 Materials and supplies 1427 1427 Dues and subscriptions 1205 1205 Sponsorship expenses 1000 1000 1042364 974401 66231 1732 131888 164168 38923 38792 21923 1417 2184 4357 61230 20380 48709 40850 243627 249584 0 8659 0 8659 X 236114 240925 7513 0 243627 240925 243627 249584 62864 -65566 0 X 0 1 X 1 0 X 225090 457058 1297205 512881 1105228 3597462 225090 457058 1297205 512881 1105228 3597462 294601 3302861 3597462 22348 0.91810 0.88120 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 61230 20380 40850 40850 X 1105228 0 1105228 0 1105228 1042364 0 1042364 0 1042364 Part X, Line 2: GAAP requires the evaluation of tax positions taken in the course of preparing the Foundation's tax return and recognition of a tax liability (or asset) if the Foundation has taken an uncertain position that more likely than not would not be sustained upon examination by the IRS. Management has analyzed the tax positions taken by the Foundation, and has concluded that as of December 31, 2024, there are no uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken that would require recognition of a liability (or asset) or disclosure in the financial statements. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11b The Executive Director reviews the Form 990 with the Board and answers any questions. A motion is made and approved prior to filing the Form 990 with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c The policy covers directors, the principal officer, and members of a committee with governing board delegated powers, who have a direct or indirect financial interest in any transaction with the organization. Each covered person must annually sign a statement which affirms such person has received a copy of the conflicts of interest policy, has read and understands the policy, has agreed to comply with the policy, and understands the organization is charitable and in order to maintain its federal tax exemption it must engage primarily in activities which accomplish one or more of its tax-exempt purposes. After disclosure of a financial interest and all material facts, and after any discussion with the interested person, he/she shall leave the governing board meeting while the determination of a conflict of interest is discussed and voted upon. The remaining board or committee members shall decide if a conflict of interest exists. The minutes of the governing board contain: the names of the persons who disclosed or otherwise were found to have a financial interest in connection with an actual or possible conflict of interest and the names of the persons who were present for discussions and votes relating to the transaction or arrangement, the content of the discussion, including any alternatives to the proposed transaction or arrangement, and a record of any votes taken in connection with the proceedings. Periodic reviews are also conducted, pursuant to the adopted policy. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 Salaries are reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors. The most recent Executive Director review occurred in 2024. Staff salaries are reviewed and approved by the Board of Directors. A comparison of current salary ranges of both public and private sector positions with similar responsibilities and duties is completed during the review. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 Documents are provided upon request to any entity requesting the records. An electronic copy is then sent to the requesting entity. Form 990, Part IX, line 11g Payroll processing fees: Program service expenses 6,004. Management and general expenses 893. Fundraising expenses 47. Total expenses 6,944. Other professional fees: Program service expenses 62,515. Management and general expenses 24,319. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 86,834. Environmental consulting: Program service expenses 378,398. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 378,398. Engineering: Program service expenses 204,617. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 204,617. The organization attempted to timely efile this 2024 990 on 11/14/25 and 11/17/25, but the return rejected both times. The organization contacted the IRS efile help desk on 11/14/25 to seek help in resolving the efile rejection. The cause of the rejection was that the IRS Exempt Organization Business Master File still showed the organization as a private foundation, but the organization received a new Determination Letter from the IRS on 9/16/2025 granting status as a public charity under IRC Sec 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). The IRS efile help desk took about 30 days to process the requested fix. The IRS contacted the organization on 12/16/25 to let them know they could re-submit the return for efile. The organization promptly resubmitted the return for efile on 12/16/25.The organization exercised ordinary business care and prudence and was nevertheless unable to file the return within the prescribed time. The organization respectfully requests abatement from late filing penalties due to the reasonable causes explained above.