Friends Of The Osa
- Assets
- $13.2m
- Revenue
- $2.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 11/2003
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 81-0621147
Organization Overview
Friends Of The Osa, operating under the name Osa Conservation, is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Osa Conservation employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Osa Conservation 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 12/2021, Osa Conservation generated $2.3m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (4.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.3m during the year ending 12/2021. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CONSERVING THE BIODIVERSITY OF COSTA RICA'S OSA PENINSULA WHILE SUPPORTING SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOODS FOR ITS COMMUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CONSERVATION SCIENCE - THIS PROGRAM SUPPORTS SCIENCE AND RESEARCH OF TROPICAL ECOSYSTEMS AND LONG-TERM CONSERVATION OF THE OSA. THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES EXTENSIVE MONITORING OF SEA TURTLES, ENDEMIC BIRDS, MONKEYS, REPTILES AND MAMMALS, AND PROVIDES A RESEARCH FACILITY FOR SCIENTISTS AND STUDENTS TO STUDY THE OSA'S ECOSYSTEMS AND CONDUCT RESEARCH.
LAND STEWARDSHIP - THIS PROGRAM ENGAGES IN THE PURCHASE OF INTACT RAINFOREST LAND THAT WOULD OTHERWISE BE SOLD FOR DEVELOPMENT THAT COULD DESTROY THE FRAGILE ECOSYSTEMS. THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES AN EXTENSIVE REFORESTATION EFFORT THAT WILL RESTORE THE LAND WITH NATIVE TREES, IDENTIFICATION AND CULTIVATION OF NATIVE TREE SPECIES AND CREATION OF AN INTERACTIVE TRAIL SYSTEM, AND PROTECTION OF THE AREA FROM CONTINUED AND GROWING ENVIRONMENTAL THREATS.
COMMUNITY OUTREACH AND EDUCATION - THIS PROGRAM SUPPORTS LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS IN THEIR EFFORT TO PROTECT WILDLIFE AND ENGAGE THE OSA COMMUNITIES IN IMPROVING THEIR LOCAL ENVIRONMENT. THIS PROGRAM INCLUDES ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND EMPOWERMENT OF LOCAL COMMUNITIES THROUGH TRAINING AND ECONOMIC INCENTIVES TO PROTECT THE ECOSYSTEMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Erin Lebbin Chairman And President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Federico Castro Kahle MBA Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Will Nesbitt Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Bill Abraham Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Andrew Whitworth Executive Director | Officer | 20 | $0 |
Melissa Aubert Finance Director | Officer | 20 | $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 | $2,175,051 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $47,800 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,175,051 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $99,476 |
| Investment income | $938 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,275,465 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $70,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $1,657,258 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $102,072 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $6,703 |
| Payroll taxes | $7,952 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $24,360 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $105,256 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $237,665 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $3,941 |
| Travel | $50,633 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $514 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $6,147 |
| All other expenses | $6,942 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,279,443 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $449,463 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,855,030 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $102,500 |
| 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 | $5,342 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $10,765,594 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $13,177,929 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $63,948 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $63,948 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $11,791,009 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,322,972 |
| 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 | $13,177,929 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Friends Of The Osa has recieved totaling $978,200.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
New Venture Fund Washington, DC PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS | $595,400 |
The Marisla Foundation Laguna Beach, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
Band Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: STRENGTHENING MANGROVE ECOSYSTEMS IN THE TERRABA SIERPE NATIONAL WETLANDS | $100,000 |
Troper Wojcicki Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT FOR OSA CONSERVATION, COSTA RICA | $50,000 |
Troper Wojcicki Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT FOR OSA CONSERVATION, COSTA RICA | $50,000 |
Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation Palo Alto, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT AND TEST THE USE OF CITIZEN SCIENCE AND LOW-COST SCIENCE TOOLS TO ACHIEVE MEASURABLE SCIENCE AND CONSERVATION IMPACT. | $42,450 |
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|---|---|---|
The Alliance For Climate Protection Washington, DC | $25,753,907 | $26,022,257 |
National Recreation & Park Association Ashburn, VA | $21,753,457 | $20,081,113 |
Clean Future Forum Inc Washington, DC | $8,962,972 | $9,558,489 |
Chesapeake Bay Trust Annapolis, MD | $22,649,655 | $15,960,669 |
Council On Library And Information Resources Alexandria, VA | $9,356,231 | $5,065,712 |
Rights And Resources Institute Inc Washington, DC | $36,334,536 | $33,675,806 |
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Environmental Law Institute Inc Washington, DC | $12,016,596 | $6,844,953 |
Oyster Recovery Partnership Inc Annapolis, MD | $2,077,192 | $6,281,689 |
Nature Forward Inc Chevy Chase, MD | $13,470,867 | $5,136,432 |
Capital Region Land Conservancy Inc Richmond, VA | $3,496,641 | $3,866,671 |
Western Maryland Resource Conservation And Development Hagerstown, MD | $687,522 | $3,323,285 |