2025-02-12T06:00:13-05:00 2024-09-30 990 2023-10-01 931197298 FRIENDS OF THE TUALATIN RIVER NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE % Cheryl Hart FRIE 5034678716 19255 SW PACIFIC HWY SHERWOOD OR 971409109 Dawn Carovano Treasurer 2025-02-12 2023 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Cheryl Hart 19255 SW PACIFIC HWY SHERWOOD OR 971409109 207650 false X HTTPS: FOTR.WILDAPRICOT.ORG X 1993 OR To promote the conservation and welfare of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex for all dependent species and to enrich the lives of citizens through education and experience. 10 10 2 60 0 0 122719 149924 0 0 256 291 21912 27349 144887 177564 800 0 0 0 97496 114444 0 0 26427 32468 37865 130764 152309 14123 25255 216232 241487 0 0 216232 241487 To promote the conservation and welfare of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex for all dependent species and to enrich the lives of citizens through education and experience. false false 60830 63000 2170 Costs of biological technician working for USFWS but paid by Friends through grants and supervisor to manage HR. 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Costs include repairs on refuge buildings, payroll for biological technician and HR staff development supplies for refuge educational projects support for refuge volunteer work programs 0 0 0 0 0 0 82394 true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 0 0 2 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false false 10 10 false false false false true true true true true false false true true true true false true true false false OR X Cheryl Hart 5039251033 19255 SW PACIFIC HWY SHERWOOD OR 971409109 Cheryl Hart Presildent 16.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Tom Hartz Secretary 4.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Dawn Carovano Treasurer 14.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Hanna Beverage board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Alan Christensen board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Laura Hartt board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Eric Holmstrom board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Keith Mays board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Phillis Millan board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Tom Stibolt board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Bonnie Anderson Executive Director 35.00 0.00 X 62820 0 0 Willem Stoeller board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Izzy Sigrist board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Erin Forrester board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Larry Klimek board member 4.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 62820 0 0 0 false false false 0 17920 28290 0 62500 41214 145 149924 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 291 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 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 57435 30086 27349 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 177564 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 62820 24290 23711 14819 0 0 0 0 41775 41155 620 0 0 0 0 0 1048 595 453 0 8801 5392 2098 1311 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4754 3197 958 599 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7395 4340 3055 0 0 0 0 0 4088 859 2737 492 4620 0 4620 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 145 145 0 0 0 0 0 0 929 198 731 0 0 0 0 0 150 0 150 0 0 0 0 0 3214 0 3214 0 Native plants for plant sale fundraising 4221 0 0 4221 Musicians for Brews4Birds fundraising 4985 0 0 4985 Air conditioning repair for refuge buiding 2001 2001 0 0 honorariums 1363 222 1141 0 0 0 0 0 152309 82394 43488 26427 0 0 0 0 113360 70449 68958 90142 0 41000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 32732 37800 0 0 1096 0 1096 1096 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 86 1000 216232 241487 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 175299 184186 40933 57301 216232 241487 216232 241487 25255 0 0 0 0 0 X false false false X 885572 124307 240564 122719 149924 1523086 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 885572 124307 240564 122719 149924 1523086 1523086 638 474 372 256 291 2031 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1525117 0.9987 0.9985 X 1096 1096 1096 Annual Native Plants Sale 8572 0 8572 0 0 0 0 0 4263 Annual Brews for Birds Festival 16889 0 16889 0 0 0 0 2925 5175 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 25461 0 25461 0 0 0 0 2925 9438 12363 13098 Part VI, Section B, Line 1 The governing body our Board is delegated broad authority to conduct business. Members elect board members once a year at the annual meeting. Part VI, Line 6 Organization is a public benefit organization with 325 members Part VI, Line 7a Th members of the organization elect new board members during the annual membership meeting using a simple majority rule. Part VI, Line 7b The members of the organization vote to approve any bylaw changes dismissal of board members and dissolution of the organization according to our bylaws and state laws Part VI, Line 11b A draft copy of the 990 was sent to all members of the governing body Board of directors for review and feedback Part VI, Line 12c All directors sign an annual form confirming their compliance with the conflict of interest policy Part VI, Line 15 Review committee acquired compensation data from other comparable non-profits to define the salary and duties. Candidates were reviewed by the committee and the independent officers of the refuge complex. A recommendation was make to the Board for approval of the selected candidate. Part VI, Line 19 Bylaws policies financial statement and 990s are shared with USFW stall and therefore in the public domain. Upon request access will be provided to any individual or organization Part I Line 1 | Explanation:| Thirty plus years as the Friends group supporting the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex says a lot about the quality of our organization and the dedication of our Board of Directors and Friends members. It also speaks volumes about the close and collaborative relationship between US Fish & Wildlife Service and the Friends. Becoming a highly respected and recognized nonprofit organization led by dedicated volunteers. As a result community leaders are proud to have the Friends working within their community and are committed to work together to help the Friends achieve mutual goals. Part I Line 1 | Explanation:| As a 501c3 nonprofit organization the Friends of the Refuge Complex relies on the unwavering support of our dedicated members volunteers community partners foundations donors and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Their generosity is the driving force behind our ability to achieve our mission of supporting the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex comprised of Tualatin River NWR and Wapato Lake NWR Part I Line 1 | Explanation:| Successful Fundraising Initiatives: We are thrilled to report the success of our large-scale benefit the Brews for the Birds Beer & Music Festival. This event was a significant step in diversifying our fundraising efforts and reaching new audiences. The return of our Native Plant Sale not only allows us to raise funds but also to enable the community to support wildlife and biodiversity. Bowling at Langers was another fun and exciting way to connect as a membership organization and raise funds. Part I Line 1 | Explanation:| We remain committed to connecting our community with the wonders of the Refuge. Their support enables us to offer a variety of educational programs volunteer opportunities and events that foster a deeper appreciation for the natural world. This year we made new connections with the Oregon Department of Women Veterans and found ways to grow our relationship with the Oregon Chinese Coalition Greenway Elementary School and host the 2nd Annual Oregon Youth Climate Summit. The Friends are also developing stronger connections with Lam Industry and the Miter Foundation while we continue to connect with Clean Water Services Tualatin Riverkeepers Rotary Club of Sherwood and Langers Entertainment