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Houston Audubon Society

Houston Audubon Society

Houston, TX 77079
Tax ID23-7011870

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About this organization

Revenue

$1,761,666

Expenses

$1,491,435

Website

houstonaudubon.org

Mission

Houston Audubon's mission is to advance the conservation of birds and positively impact their supporting environments. This is accomplished in three main ways: habitat protection and restoration, conservation advocacy and environmental education. Houston Audubon envisions the creation of a healthier, natural environment and more beautiful place to live by leading and nurturing a community which values and supports birds. Houston Audubon owns and manages 17 bird sanctuaries in five counties totaling 4,121 acres, including the internationally known High Island and Bolivar Flats sanctuaries. Houston Audubon is a regional provider of education and conservation programs throughout an 11-county service area including Brazoria, Chambers, Fort Bend, Galveston, Harris, Liberty, Matagorda, Montgomery, Waller, Washington and Wharton counties. Houston Audubon is a nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization and is supported by member dues and donations from individuals, foundations and corporations.

About

SANCTUARIES & HABITAT CONSERVATION: Houston Audubon owns 17 nature sanctuaries on the Upper Texas Coast, providing 3,477 acres of piney wood forest, wetlands, coastal prairie and coastal woodlots that serve as critical habitat for over 300 species of migratory and resident birds. The sanctuaries are managed with an emphasis on habitat restoration, bird monitoring and protection, invasive species control, and providing public access to nature. In FY 2019 Houston Audubon acquired two properties in High Island to support coastal habitat restoration and spring migration operations. In addition, over 1,200 feet of new boardwalks were constructed at Boy Scout Woods and Damuth sanctuaries. Staff and volunteers at Houston Audubon's Natives Nursery in west Houston provided bird-friendly plants and planting consultation for 664 acres of habitat including 19 area schools during the year.

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The non-profit's aim, as indicated in the filing, is “The vision of houston audubon society is a healthier natural environment and a more beautiful place to live created by leading and nurturing a community that values and supports birds.”.

When referring to its functions, they were specified as: “Houston audubon society strives to advance the conservation of birds and positively impact their supporting environments through management of sanctuaries and habitats, environmental education and conservation advocacy.”.

  • The non-profit has reported their operating state as TX, as required by law.
  • The non-profit's form reports a total of 27 employees as of 2020.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Does not operate a school.
  • Does not collect art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $270,231.
  • The CEO's salary policy within the organization is established through a review process by an impartial entity.
  • The organization elects its board members.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 17 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 1969.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization pays $962,237 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $228,366 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization has a business related organization transaction.
  • The organization has fundraising events.
  • The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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