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Friends Of The Columbia Gorge

Friends Of The Columbia Gorge

Portland, OR 97204
Tax ID93-0782467

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About this organization

Revenue

$1,989,842

Expenses

$1,901,007

Website

gorgefriends.org

Mission

Friends of the Columbia Gorge shall vigorously protect the scenic, natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the Columbia River Gorge. We fulfill this mission by ensuring strict implementation of the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Act and other laws protecting the region of the Columbia River Gorge; promoting responsible stewardship of Gorge land, air, and waters; encouraging public ownership of sensitive areas; educating the public about the unique natural values of the Columbia River Gorge and the importance of preserving those values; and working with groups and individuals to accomplish mutual preservation goals.

About

CONSERVATION ADVOCACY & LEGAL PROGRAMS - KEEPING THE COLUMBIA GORGE WILD AND BEAUTIFUL IS THE CORE OF WHAT WE DO. FRIENDS OF THE COLUMBIA GORGE IS THE ONLY CONSERVATION ORGANIZATION DEDICATED SOLELY TO PROTECTING THE COLUMBIA GORGE. FOR ALMOST 40 YEARS WE HAVE USED A COMBINATION OF OLD-FASHIONED GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY, SOPHISTICATED LEGAL STRATEGIES, AND CUTTING-EDGE OUTREACH AND PUBLIC EDUCATION TOOLS TO PROTECT THE GORGE FROM RECKLESS DEVELOPMENT.DURING FY 2018-2019, FRIENDS WORKED WITH OUR MEMBERS, COMMUNITY ADVOCATES, AND PARTNERS ADVOCATING FOR CLIMATE POLICIES AND IMPROVEMENT IN RESOURCE PROTECTION IN THE NATIONAL SCENIC AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN WE WORKED WITH SEVERAL COALITIONS TO PREVENT THE EXPANSION OR BUILDING OF COAL AND OIL TERMINALS AND BUILD CLIMATE CHANGE AWARENESS. FRIENDS CONTINUED ITS WORK WITH CLARK COUNTY CITIZENS AND LANDOWNERS TO STOP UNPERMITTED MINING AT A MINE ADJACENT TO A SALMON-BEARING RIVER AND A NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE. THIS IS ONE OF THE LARGEST AND LONGEST-RUNNING LAND USE VIOLATIONS IN THE NATIONAL SCENIC AREAS HISTORY. LEARN MORE: https://gorgefriends.org/who-we-are/friends-of-the-columbia-gorge-2018-19-annual-report.html

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

From their filing, the objective of the non-profit is stated as “Friends of the columbia gorge has worked for over three decades to protect the columbia river gorge national scenic area from irresponsible development, preserve vital lands, promote responsible stewardship, strengthen public support for key conservation initiatives, expose local youth to the columbia gorge's wonders, and illustrate the gorge's significance as an icon of the pacific nw and national treasure. learn more: www.gorgefriends.org/about.”.

When talking about its functions, they were outlined as: “Friends of the columbia gorge works to protect the scenic, natural, cultural, and recreational resources of the columbia river gorge area to ensure the columbia gorge remains a beautiful, wild, and unspoiled treasure for coming generations. learn more: www.gorgefriends.org.”.

  • The legally reported state of operation for the non-profit is OR.
  • According to the filing, the non-profit's address in 2020 is 333 SW 5th Avenue Suite 300, Portland, OR, 97204.
  • The non-profit organization as of 2020 has a total of 26 employees reported on their form.
  • 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 $88,835.
  • The CEO's compensation within the organization is determined through a thorough evaluation by an impartial entity.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 16 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 1981.
  • 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 engages in lobbying activities.
  • The organization pays $1,175,861 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $351,505 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's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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