Greater Arkansas River Nature Association

Organization Overview

Greater Arkansas River Nature Association is located in Salida, CO. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Greater Arkansas River Nature Association employed 9 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Greater Arkansas River Nature Association 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 12/2022, Greater Arkansas River Nature Association generated $473.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $393.1k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 13.2% per year over the past 4 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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TO INSPIRE A CONSERVATION ETHIC BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES SO THAT THOSE WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN THE UPPER ARKANSAS VALLEY ARE MOTIVATED TO TAKE CARE TO USE THOSE RESOURCES IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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GARNA PROVIDES ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION INCLUDING THE PROVISION OF LECTURES, FILMS, NATURALIST PROGRAMS, FIELD TRIPS AND HIKES ON NATURAL SCIENCE, ENVIRONMENTAL AND CONSERVATION TOPICS TO YOUTH, MEMBERS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. PARTICULAR FOCUS IS GIVEN TO STEM FOCUSED EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES TO UNDERSERVED YOUTH POPULATIONS WITH A FOCUS ON EQUITY AND INCLUSION. IN EXCESS OF 2,000 YOUTH PARTICIPATE ON AN ANNUAL BASIS. IN 2022, GARNA BEGAN IMPLEMENTING THE CHAFFEE MOBILE GEAR LIBRARY, WITH A GOAL TO REDUCE ACCESS BARRIERS TO PUBLIC LANDS FOR DISINVESTED AND UNDERRESOURCED POPULATIONS.


GARNA CONDUCTS SUSTAINABILITY ACTIVITIES WITHIN ITS AREA OF GEOGRAPHIC FOCUS, INCLUDING RECYCLING AND COMPOSTING AT COMMUNITY EVENTS. GARNA STAFF ALSO CONDUCTED A SUSTAINABILITY STUDY AIMED AT DETERMINING SPECIFIC WASTE REDUCTION GOALS AND STRATEGIES FOR CHAFFEE COUNTY WHICH WAS PROVIDED TO COUNTY POLICY MAKERS TO ASSIST THEM IN DECISION MAKING AROUND WASTE REDUCTION AND DIVERSION ISSUES. FULL MISSION STATEMENT: THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO INSPIRE A CONSERVATION ETHIC BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND EXPERIENCES SO THAT THOSE WHO LIVE, WORK AND PLAY IN THE UPPER ARKANSAS VALLEY ARE MOTIVATED TO TAKE CARE OF ITS NATURAL RESOURCES AND WILL USE THOSE RESOURCES IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER.


GARNA PARTNERS WITH VARIOUS AGENCIES THAT OVERSEE PUBLIC LANDS IN THE UPPER ARKANSAS RIVER VALLEY TO ASSIST IN STEWARDSHIP OF THOSE LANDS. IT IS CURRENTLY CONDUCTING A PROGRAM WHICH ENGAGES OVER 300 VOLUNTEERS TO MONITOR AND MAINTAIN DISPERSED CAMPING SITES ON PUBLIC LANDS IN THE VALLEY. THROUGH EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS AND DIRECT CONTACT WITH VISITORS TO THE VALLEY, VOLUNTEERS EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN RESPONSIBLE USE OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCES. ---------------------------- GARNA PROVIDES ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE STAGE AND RAIL TRAIL PROJECT AND THE CHAFFEE COUNTY HERITAGE AREA ADVISORY BOARD.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Dominique Naccarato
Executive Di
$58,513
Celia Adamec
Director
$0
Amber Barnett
Director
$0
Beth Helmke
Director
$0
Layne Kottmeier
Treasurer
$0
Lisa Martin
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$29,956
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $229,427
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$150,964
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$410,347
Total Program Service Revenue$62,987
Investment income $6
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 $473,340

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