Charles River Conservancy Inc
- Assets
- $1.1m
- Revenue
- $794.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Cambridge, MA
- Founding
- 06/2000
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 04-3503656
Organization Overview
Charles River Conservancy Inc is located in Cambridge, MA. The organization was established in 2000. According to its NTEE Classification (C32) the organization is classified as: Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Charles River Conservancy Inc employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Charles River Conservancy Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2022, Charles River Conservancy Inc generated $794.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $693.3k during the year ending 09/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE CONSERVANCY STRIVES TO MAKE THE CHARLES RIVER AND ITS PARKS A WELL- MAINTAINED NETWORK OF URBAN PLACES THAT INVITE AND ENGAGE ALL IN THEIR USE AND STEWARDSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONSERVANCY VOLUNTEERS - THIS PROGRAM ORGANIZES 2,000 VOLUNTEERS EACH YEAR TO IMPROVE THE LANDSCAPE, HEALTH AND SAFETY OF 400 ACRES OF THE URBAN CHARLES RIVER PARKLANDS. PROJECTS INCLUDE EROSION CONTROL, DEBRIS REMOVAL, BRUSH CUTTING, TREE PRUNING, BENCH AND RAIL PAINTING, PLANTINGS, RESTORATION OF RIVER EMBANKMENTS AND ADDRESSING INVASIVE VEGETATION.
ONE OF THE CONSERVANCY'S MAIN GOALS IS TO SERVE AS AN ADVOCATE FOR THE CHARLES RIVER AND ITS PARKLANDS. THIS IS CURRENTLY MANIFESTED THROUGH THREE PRONGS: (A) SUPPORT FOR THE HEALTH OF THE CHARLES WITH A FLOATING WETLAND, (B) AS A VOICE IN PUBLIC PROCESSES WHEN PROJECTS AND DEVELOPMENTS IMPACT THE PUBLIC'S ACCESS AND USE OF THE PARKS, AND (C) COMMUNICATING INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC. THE CHARLES RIVER FLOATING WETLAND IS A MULTI- YEAR PILOT PROJECT THAT UTILIZES RESEARCH, ENGAGEMENT, AND PLACEMAKING TO EVALUATE A NEW WATER QUALITY INTERVENTION THAT MAY HELP THE RIVER BE MORE RESILIENT TO CYANOBACTERIA BLOOMS THAT PLAGUE IT EACH SUMMER. INSTALLED IN 2020, THE WETLAND WILL REMAIN IN THE RIVER FOR 2-3 YEARS, AFTER WHICH DATA THAT WAS COLLECTED WILL HELP INFORM POTENTIAL LARGER INSTALLATIONS. BEING A VOICE FOR THE PARKLANDS INVLOVES ACTIVELY PARTICIPATING IN THE PUBLIC PROCESSES FOR DEVELOPMENT AND TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS IN AND NEAR THE PARKS AND BY BUILDING COALITIONS OF STAKEHOLDERS AROUND COMMON GOALS. IN THE PAST, THIS HAS INCLUDED WORKING TO IMPROVE THE CONNECTIVITY OF PARK PATHWAYS WITH UNDERPASSES, AND MORE RECENTLY AS AN ACTIVE PARTICIPANT IN THE I-90 REALIGNMENT PROJECT IN ALLSTON. THE CONSERVANCY SHARES INFORMATION ABOUT ITS WORK AND OTHER NEWS AFFECTING THE PARKLANDS THROUGH A MONTHLY E-NEWSLETTER AND PERIODIC PAPER MAILINGS.
THE CONSERVANCY SEEKS TO INCREASE ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING THAT FOSTER CONNECTIONS TO THE RIVER AND ITS PARKS. THIS INCLUDES A COMMUNITY CO-DESIGN AND PLANNING PROCESS, AS WELL AS IMPLEMENTATION OF LIGHT-TOUCH INSTALLATIONS THAT ENCOURAGE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES TO SEE AND EXPLORE HOW MATHEMATICAL CONCEPTS ARE PRESENT ALL AROUND THEM, INCLUDING IN NATURE AND PARKS. THE CONSERVANCY HAS ALSO WORKED FOR MANY YEARS TO BRING BACK SWIMMING IN THE CHARLES RIVER. THIS INCLUDES HOSTING A SANCTIONED ONE-DAY SWIM EVENT WHEN FEASIBLE AND PLANNING FOR A SEASONAL SWIM FACILITY THAT WOULD PROVIDE A DESIGNATED AND MONITORED SPACE FOR RIVER SWIMMING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Laura Jasinski Executive Di | 40 | $128,011 | |
Lonsdale G Koester Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Steve Kropper Clerk | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Frans Lawaetz Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Craig Bida Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Nathan Gauthier Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $79,560 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $715,207 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $19,946 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $794,767 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $655 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$1,565 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $794,079 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $128,011 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $14,478 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $240,833 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $33,892 |
| Payroll taxes | $34,533 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $11,091 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $122,762 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $15,936 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $35,278 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,486 |
| Insurance | $19,089 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $693,254 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $391,249 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $40,778 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $15,461 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,977 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $540,545 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $73,225 |
| Total assets | $1,064,235 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $33,754 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $68,680 |
| Total liabilities | $102,434 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $893,012 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $68,789 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,064,235 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Charles River Conservancy Inc has recieved totaling $27,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Mckenzie Fam Charitable Tr Putney, VT PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Alchemy Foundation Cambridge, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,500 |
Csp Charitable Foundation Boston, MA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $500 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Catskill Watershed Corporation Arkville, NY | $166,890,312 | $18,353,633 |
Scenic Hudson Inc poughkeepsie, NY | $38,136,273 | $14,869,807 |
Safe Water Network New York, NY | $11,807,774 | $8,506,828 |
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper Inc Buffalo, NY | $12,074,005 | $5,933,047 |
Riverkeeper Inc Ossining, NY | $3,555,297 | $4,414,432 |
Buzzards Bay Coalition Inc New Bedford, MA | $35,427,271 | $10,789,245 |
Hudson River Foundation For Science And Environmental Research Inc New York, NY | $44,144,233 | $1,711,986 |
Renew Oceans Inc Brooklyn, NY | $0 | $303,111 |
Connecticut River Watershed Council Inc Greenfield, MA | $5,295,847 | $3,497,811 |
Save The Bay Inc Providence, RI | $12,260,804 | $3,337,180 |
Charles River Transportation Management Association Cambridge, MA | $5,311,502 | $3,433,111 |
Resilient Cities Catalyst Inc Brooklyn, NY | $643,141 | $1,468,241 |