Nonprofit · EIN 52-1501259
AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY
Tax-exempt · MARSHALL, VA 20115
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 (amended) | $26,955,379 | $29,458,453 | -$2,503,074 | $22,595,079 | $2,601,265 | $19,993,814 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $27,904,183 | $25,344,812 | $2,559,371 | $23,354,821 | $1,885,952 | $21,468,869 |
| December 31, 2021 | 990 (amended) | $20,724,419 | $17,345,009 | $3,379,410 | $24,515,024 | $703,966 | $23,811,058 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $25,627,889
- of which government grants
- $8,867,226
- Membership dues
- $6,030,572
- Program service revenue
- $553,000
- Investment income
- $608,081
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $334,814
- Other revenue
- $166,409
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $6,727,399
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $871,282
- Other salaries and wages
- $12,074,516
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $15,977,397
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $72,790
- Accounting fees
- $290,446
- Occupancy
- $502,443
- Travel
- $1,123,250
- Depreciation
- $19,859
- Program services (functional)
- $22,215,859
- Management and general (functional)
- $4,840,649
- Fundraising (functional)
- $2,401,945
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $23,354,821
- Total assets, end of year
- $22,595,079
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,601,265
- Net assets, end of year
- $19,993,814
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $217,230
- Publicly traded securities
- $10,961,427
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $13,018,894
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $6,974,920
- Gross receipts
- $36,367,245
- Employees
- 180
- Volunteers
- 5,200
- Year formed
- 1986
- State of legal domicile
- DE
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael J Parr | President Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $311,704 | $36,322 |
| Erin Chen | VP Development Highest-paid employee | 35 | $232,795 | $2,000 |
| Shawn Graff | VP Great Lakes Highest-paid employee | 35 | $185,155 | $16,598 |
| Daniel Lebbin | VP International Highest-paid employee | 35 | $164,270 | $36,322 |
| Clare Nielsen | VP Communications Highest-paid employee | 35 | $177,862 | $21,487 |
| Kacy Ray | VP of Operations and Board Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 35 | $145,395 | $32,304 |
| Emily Jo Williams | VP North American Birds Highest-paid employee | 35 | $147,272 | $30,304 |
| Richard Callaghan | CFO (part year) Officer | 35 | $175,604 | $0 |
| Angela Modrick | VP of Finance Officer | 35 | $167,953 | $2,000 |
| Jeffrey Peters | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Larry Selzer | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Amy Tan | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Annie Novak | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Carl Safina | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| David Hartwell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
7 more people on this return
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonathan Franzen | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Josh Lerner | DIrector Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kim Kaufman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Maribel Guevara | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Martha Boudreau | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Mike Doss | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Walter Vergara | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 24 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Michael J Parr | President Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $301,931 | $28,504 |
| Erin Chen | VP Development Highest-paid employee | 35 | $229,240 | $2,000 |
| Richard Callaghan | CFO Officer | 35 | $191,900 | $2,000 |
| Clare Nielsen | VP Communications Highest-paid employee | 35 | $173,069 | $17,342 |
| Daniel Lebbin | VP International Highest-paid employee | 35 | $158,803 | $28,504 |
| Shawn Graff | VP Great Lakes Highest-paid employee | 35 | $161,322 | $25,408 |
| Emily Jo Williams | VP North American Birds Highest-paid employee | 35 | $139,676 | $22,806 |
| Kacy Ray | VP of Operations Officer | 35 | $123,002 | $24,806 |
| Merrie Morrison | VP of Operations (part year) Officer | 30 | $138,317 | $9,127 |
| Jeffrey Peters | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Larry Selzer | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Shoaib Tareen | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Amy Tan | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Annie Novak | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Carl Safina | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Charlotte Rossetter | Director (part year) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| David Hartwell | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jonathan Franzen | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Josh Lerner | DIrector Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kim Kaufman | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Maribel Guevara | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Martha Boudreau | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Patricia Baumann | Director (part year) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Walter Vergara | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2021: 28 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MICHAEL J PARR | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $257,559 | $24,134 |
| ERIN CHEN | VP DEVELOPMENT Highest-paid employee | 35 | $164,934 | $13,950 |
| MERRIE MORRISON | VP OF OPERATIONS Officer | 30 | $163,028 | $9,862 |
| CLARE NIELSEN | VP COMMUNICATIONS Highest-paid employee | 35 | $136,031 | $16,760 |
| EMILY JO WILLIAMS | VP NORTH AMERICAN BIRDS Highest-paid employee | 35 | $130,643 | $21,393 |
| DANA MATTHEWS | CFO & VP OF OPERATIONS Officer | 30 | $129,854 | $19,254 |
| DANIEL LEBBIN | VP INTERNATIONAL Highest-paid employee | 35 | $122,619 | $26,134 |
| SHAWN GRAFF | VP GREAT LAKES Highest-paid employee | 35 | $122,000 | $23,393 |
| LARRY SELZER | CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| SHOAIB TAREEN | VICE CHAIR Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JEFF PETERS | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JOE ANDREW | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| PATRICIA BAUMAN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| MARTHA BOUDREAU | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| DAVID DAVIDSON | DIRECTOR (UNTIL 9/2021) Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CINNAMON DORNSIFE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| SHARON FORYSTH | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JONATHAN FRANZEN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| KATHRYN HALE | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| DAVID HARTWELL | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| KIMBERLY KAUFMAN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| PAUL KING | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| JOSH LERNER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| WALTER MATIA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| ANNIE NOVAK | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| CHARLOTTE ROSSETTER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| WALTER VERGARA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| ROBERT WEEDEN | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 8255 E MAIN STREET D E, MARSHALL, VA 20115-3278
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Michael J Parr, 8255 E Main Street D E, Marshall, VA 20115
- Signed the 990
- Michael J Parr, President
- Phone
- (540) 253-5780
- Website
- www.abcbirds.org
- Return prepared by
- CRI Capin Crouse Advisors LLC
Mission
American Bird Conservancy (ABC) takes bold action to conserve wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, we achieve lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet's fragile climate. Our every action is underpinned by science, strengthened by partnerships, and rooted in the belief that diverse perspectives yield stronger results. Founded as a nonprofit organization in 1994, ABC remains committed to safeguarding birds for generations to come.
Program accomplishments
- Bird Conservation Programs - ABC takes bold action to conserve wild birds and their habitats throughout the Americas. Inspired by the wonder of birds, we achieve lasting results for the bird species most in need while also benefiting human communities, biodiversity, and the planet's fragile climate. Our every action is underpinned by science, strengthened by partnerships, and rooted in the belief that diverse perspectives yield stronger results.Expenses $18,829,814 · grants $6,717,399 · revenue $553,000
- Education and Outreach - ABC disseminates bird conservation information and news through our printed publications, websites and other digital platforms, and participation in birding and bird conservation events. Through our Together for Birds initiative, we welcome everyone to enjoy and conserve birds, including through our Conservation Fellowship program.Expenses $3,386,045 · grants $10,000
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 52-1501259
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1987
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Animal-related (D013)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $22,595,079
- Income (IRS master file)
- $36,367,245
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $26,955,379 | $29,458,453 | $22,595,079 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $27,904,183 | $25,344,812 | $23,354,821 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $21,641,790 | $25,555,875 | $18,892,801 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | $20,724,419 | $17,345,009 | $24,515,024 | XML |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 52-1501259).
Questions about AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY
- What is the EIN of AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY is 52-1501259.
- Is AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1987.
- Are donations to AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
- Who is the principal officer of AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Michael J Parr.
- Who are the officers and directors of AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 22 people; 9 received compensation from the organization, the highest $311,704 (Michael J Parr, President).
- How much revenue does AMERICAN BIRD CONSERVANCY have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $26,955,379, expenses of $29,458,453 and total assets of $22,595,079 at year end.
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