Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc

The information for Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc is as of the organization's most recent filing in December '21. This organization is located in Ware, MA. It has been in existence for 15 years, following its founding in 2006.

Organization Classification

The IRS classifies organizations according to the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) system. The NTEE system helps the IRS assign a 3-character code to each organization to describe the organization's activities.

The Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc's NTEE code is N61. The "N" tells us that the organization is classified along with Recreation & Sports. The "61" tells us that the organization is focused on Fishing & Hunting. The NTEE describes organizations like Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc as providing opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in various outdoor activities such as archery, fishing, hunting, and the use of firearms on the target range. The organization's mission is to promote activities for sportsmen and their families, preserve natural land and wildlife, and promote ecological preservation. They also offer the use of their land for local police departments for gun training and promote education.

Program Areas

Within the general fund, the organization reports all revenues, support, and functional expenses that are not specifically reported by another fund or program. This includes holding special events for their members, operating a recreation club open to members, selling liquor and soda to members, sponsoring raffles to promote the organization's major purpose of preserving a wildlife habitat and promoting events for sportsmen. The organization also generates revenue from the bar sales and renting club and building facilities to its members. Additionally, the property is overseen by members who are present on a daily basis, and land use is offered to the state police for training purposes.

Organization Staffing

Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc is run by J0hn Harstad, who is the President. The organization currently does not have any employees. There are no employees paid over $100k per year. However, the organization is supported by 15 volunteers.

Board Governance

The Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc appears to be well-governed based on the information provided. The organization has 15 voting members, all of whom are independent, indicating a diverse and unbiased decision-making process. The absence of potential conflicts of interest further enhances the organization's governance, ensuring that decisions are made in the best interest of the non-profit's mission rather than personal gain. The fact that the organization has not delegated management to an outside firm suggests that it maintains control over its operations and decision-making processes. This allows for more transparency and accountability within the organization. The documentation of board and committee meetings indicates a commitment to record-keeping, which is essential for maintaining transparency and ensuring that decisions are well-documented. The presence of a conflict of interest policy, disclosure requirements for conflicts, and a written whistleblower policy further demonstrate the organization's commitment to ethical practices and transparency. These policies help prevent and address any potential conflicts or misconduct within the organization, ensuring that it operates in a responsible and accountable manner. Additionally, the organization's document retention policy and the requirement to provide copies of the 990 to the board prior to filing show a commitment to proper record-keeping and financial transparency. While the organization does not substantiate and review leadership and officer salaries, the presence of other governance practices suggests a responsible approach to financial management. Overall, the Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc appears to have strong governance practices in place, promoting transparency, accountability, and ethical conduct within the organization.

Organization Growth

The nonprofit organization, Swift River Sportsmens Club Inc, has experienced mixed growth over the given time period. Contributions & Grants Received increased from $48.3K in 2015 to $59.4K in 2021. However, Program Service Revenue decreased from $88.0K in 2015 to $62.6K in 2021. Investment Income also decreased from $37 in 2015 to $26 in 2021, and Other Revenue decreased from $25.0K in 2015 to $4.2K in 2021. Total Revenue decreased from $161.3K in 2015 to $126.2K in 2021. On the other hand, Grants Paid increased from $25 in 2015 to $200 in 2021. Total Expenses decreased from $132.4K in 2015 to $115.6K in 2021. The number of Total Volunteers remained the same at 15 from 2016 to 2021. Overall, while some areas showed growth, such as Contributions & Grants Received and Grants Paid, the organization experienced a decrease in Total Revenue and several revenue-related line items.