Downstream Project
- Assets
- $96.8k
- Revenue
- $124.9k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Berryville, VA
- Founding
- 03/2008
- Data as of
- 03/2023
- EIN
- 26-0310939
Organization Overview
Downstream Project is located in Berryville, VA. The organization was established in 2008. 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 03/2023, Downstream Project employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Downstream Project 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 03/2023, Downstream Project generated $124.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $168.8k during the year ending 03/2023. While expenses have increased by 2.8% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF THE DOWNSTREAM PROJECT IS TO PROTECT WATERSHEDS BY PROMOTING AWARENESS, ALLIANCE, AND ACTION THROUGH CREATIVE TECHNOLOGY AND COMMUNICATION. DOWNSTREAM'S VISION IS A BROAD-BASED COMMUNITY OF PASSIONATE PEOPLE CONNECTED TO THEIR LOCAL WATERSHEDS. THE PROJECT FOCUS IS TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AT THE LOCAL AND REGIONAL LEVELS AND HOW THEY CUMULATIVELY AFFECT US GLOBALLY. AS THE SAYING GOES "WE ALL LIVE DOWNSTREAM." IN THE WORDS OF FOUNDER, GEORGE L. OHRSTROM, II: "THE HOPE IS THAT PEOPLE WILL EDUCATE THEMSELVES AND STAND UP AND BECOME A VOICE FOR DOWNSTREAM ISSUES BECAUSE THEY ARE EXCEEDINGLY IMPORTANT TO ALL OF US."
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
1) WEBSITE DEVELOPMENTDOWNSTREAM CONTINUES TO HOST OVER FORTY CONSERVATION NONPROFIT WEBSITES AND PROVIDES SCHEDULED AND ON-DEMAND TECHNICAL AND CREATIVE SUPPORT TO THESE CLIENTS. DURING THIS FISCAL YEAR, WE ADDED THE CAPITAL REGION LAND CONSERVANCY OF RICHMOND, VIRGINIA, AS A NEW CLIENT. WE REDESIGNED THE FIRM'S OLD WEBSITE AND ADDED THEM TO OUR STABLE OF HOSTED AND SUPPORTED SITES.DOWNSTREAM CONTINUED TO SUPPORT BOTH THE 2021 AND 2022 LAND & GREENWAYS CONFERENCES FOR VIRGINIA UNITED LAND TRUSTS. PROJECTS INCLUDE PREPARATION AND POSTING OF 2021 CONFERENCE PRESENTATIONS AND CREATING PAGES FOR THE 2022 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INCLUDING FIELD TRIP REGISTRATION FORMS.SIGNIFICANT AMONG THESE PROJECTS WAS THE DEVELOPMENT OF A GREEN PAGES CONSERVATION DIRECTORY FOR THE CATOCTIN LAND TRUST AND THE SUPPORT OF TWO MAJOR FUNDRAISERS FOR THE LAND TRUST OF VIRGINIA.WEBSITE HOSTING AND DOMAIN MANAGEMENT CONTINUE TO BE A CONSISTENT AND INCREASING SOURCE OF REVENUE WITH ONGOING EFFORTS TO REFINE OUR FEE STRUCTURE AND AUTOMATE BILLING.WEBSITE HOSTING AND DOMAIN MANAGEMENT CONTINUE TO BE A CONSISTENT AND INCREASING SOURCE OF REVENUE WITH ONGOING EFFORTS TO REFINE OUR FEE STRUCTURE AND AUTOMATE BILLING.
2) CONSTITUENT RESOURCE MANAGEMENTDOWNSTREAM CONTINUES TO SUPPORT FIFTEEN OR MORE CLIENTS WITH THE INTEGRATION AND MAINTENANCE OF LITTLE GREEN LIGHT, THE CONSTITUENT RESOURCES MANAGEMENT APPLICATION, AND WEB INTEGRATION SUPPORTED BY OUR TEAM. NO NEW ACCOUNTS WERE ADDED THIS FISCAL YEAR, BUT THE MOST ACTIVE CLIENTS INCLUDED POTOMAC VALLEY AUDUBON, CONSERVATION WEST VIRGINIA, CHESAPEAKE LEGAL ALLIANCE, AND LAND TRUST OF VIRGINIA.
3) VIDEO PRODUCTIONCOVID PRODUCED A SIGNIFICANT SLOWDOWN IN OUR VIDEO PRODUCTION WORK AS LOCATION SHOOTS AND INTERVIEWS WERE CANCELED. GROUNDWORKS WAS LAID FOR THE PRODUCTION OF A PROMOTIONAL VIDEO FOR JEFFERSON COUNTY VISION AND ACRE INVESTMENTS IN 2022.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
George L Ohrstrom II President And Founder | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
William R Howard Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $77,390 |
David Grant Treasurer/director | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Tom Wood Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Robert Whitescarver Secretary/director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $101,906 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $40,493 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $101,906 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $32,442 |
| Investment income | $1,230 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$10,668 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $124,910 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $13,923 |
| 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. | $77,390 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,609 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,680 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,771 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,510 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $42 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,450 |
| Insurance | $3,543 |
| All other expenses | $2,043 |
| Total functional expenses | $168,806 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $10,029 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $78,341 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,509 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,969 |
| Total assets | $96,848 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $1,522 |
| Total liabilities | $1,522 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $95,326 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $96,848 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Downstream Project has awarded $13,923 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
POTOMAC RIVERKEEPER INC PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $315 |
EASTERN PANHANDLE GREEN COALITION PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $13,500 |
THE COMMONS INC (AKA CHESAPEAKE COMMONS) PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONS | $108 |