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THE TURTLE AND TORTOISE PRESERVATION GROUP

Mesa, AZ · EIN 271680383 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE D31 · Animal-Related · Micro (<$100K) · www.ttpg.org
revenue
$70K
expenses
$86K
net assets
$51K
employees
0
volunteers
10
program ratio
90%
mission · from form 990

EDUCATION TO THE PUBLIC IN THE EFFORT TO PROMOTE THE CONSERVATION OF VARIOUS TURTLE & TORTOISE SPECIES, AS WELL AS TO REHABILITATE ANIMALS IN ORDER TO ESTABLISH ASSURANCE COLONIES

profile · synthesized from sources

The Turtle and Tortoise Preservation Group (TTPG) promotes the survival of turtles and tortoises through captive breeding and education. They disseminate information on proper care, husbandry, and breeding of chelonians through conferences, publications, and online resources. TTPG also supports efforts to amend regulations affecting turtle ownership and participates in conservation projects for endangered species.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

4-inch Turtle Update
Advocacy effort to amend the regulation restricting the sale of turtles less than 4 inches in length, including submitting a Citizen Petition to the FDA.
Genetic Testing of Galapagos Tortoises in the Private Sector
A study to identify the subspecies of Galapagos tortoises owned in the private sector to encourage responsible management and breeding.
International Turtle and Tortoise Week
A week-long event in April dedicated to appreciating, understanding, and celebrating turtles and tortoises through daily newsletters and social media posts.
Palawan Forest Turtle Crisis Response
Emergency response and financial support for the rescue, rehabilitation, and release of critically endangered Palawan Forest Turtles after a large confiscation.
TTPG Conference on Captive Care and Breeding of Turtles and Tortoises
Annual conference held in Mesa, Arizona, featuring speakers on captive care, nutrition, medical care, breeding, and conservation of chelonians. Includes field trips and social events.
Turtle and Tortoise Learning Package
Free educational materials for educators and groups, including lesson plans, puzzles, animal care guides, games, and craft activities, available in English and Spanish.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Chelonian Care Education & Outreach 13 activities
    • Capacity building through knowledge sharing and training
      Shares expertise on chelonian husbandry, health, breeding, and conservation with individuals and organizations via conferences, presentations, published articles, and newsletters to support best practices in captive care.
    • Disseminating Chelonian Care Information
      Disseminates information about the proper care of turtles and tortoises through talks at herpetological societies, events like Turtle Night at the National Reptile Breeders Expo, the TTPG Conference, books, articles, care sheets, and its website.
    • Dissemination of chelonian care information through multiple channels
      Shares knowledge on proper turtle and tortoise care through presentations at herpetological societies, participation in events like Turtle Night at the National Reptile Breeders Expo, books, articles, care sheets, and its website.
    • Production of educational materials and outreach content
      Distributes free educational resources including lesson plans, puzzles, care guides, games, and craft activities for educators and youth leaders, with materials available in Spanish; also produces daily newsletters and social media content during International Turtle and Tortoise Week.
    • Providing Educational Materials and Outreach
      Distributes free educational materials, including lesson plans, care guides, and games, in English and Spanish, and disseminates information on proper chelonian care through talks, articles, and social media.
    • Providing Educational Materials and Outreach
      Distributes free educational materials, including lesson plans, care guides, and games, in English and Spanish, and disseminates information on proper care through talks, articles, and social media.
    • Publication and distribution of The Batagur journal
      Publishes and distributes an annual journal, The Batagur, featuring information on chelonian care, breeding, and health from global contributors; print copies are distributed to members at the conference or by mail, with digital access available for international members.
    • Publishing The Batagur Journal
      Publishes an annual journal, The Batagur, featuring information on chelonian care, breeding, and health from global keepers and breeders, distributed to members in print and digital formats.
    • Publishing The Batagur Journal
      Publishes an annual journal, The Batagur, featuring information on chelonian care, breeding, and health from global keepers and breeders, distributed to members in print and digital formats.
    • Publishing The Batagur Journal
      Publishes and distributes "The Batagur" annually to members, featuring information on chelonian care, breeding, and health from global experts, with both print and digital access.
    • Sharing Knowledge on Chelonian Care and Conservation
      Shares knowledge on captive care, husbandry, health, breeding, and conservation of chelonians with individuals and organizations through various channels including an annual conference, presentations, articles, and a newsletter.
    • Sharing Knowledge on Chelonian Care and Conservation
      Shares knowledge on captive care, husbandry, health, breeding, and conservation of chelonians through various channels including an annual conference, presentations, published articles, and a newsletter.
    • Sharing Knowledge on Chelonian Care and Conservation
      Shares knowledge on captive care, husbandry, health, breeding, and conservation of chelonians with individuals and organizations through an annual conference, presentations, published articles, and a newsletter.
  • Chelonian Captive Breeding & Genetic Research 12 activities
    • Captive breeding programs for turtle and tortoise conservation
      Conducts captive breeding programs aimed at ensuring the survival of turtle and tortoise species, with a focus on preserving genetic diversity and supporting conservation outcomes.
    • Conducting Captive Breeding Programs
      Conducts captive breeding programs to ensure the survival of turtle and tortoise species.
    • Conducting Captive Breeding Programs
      Conducts captive breeding programs to ensure the survival of various turtle and tortoise species.
    • Conducting Captive Breeding Programs
      Conducts captive breeding programs to ensure the survival of various turtle and tortoise species.
    • Emergency funding for turtle and tortoise rescue efforts
      Provides emergency financial support for the care and rehabilitation of endangered chelonians, including a $1,000 direct contribution and participation in a coalition pledge of $11,000 for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
    • Providing Emergency Funding for Chelonian Rescue
      Provides emergency funding for the care and rehabilitation of confiscated turtles, such as the Palawan Forest Turtles.
    • Providing Emergency Funding for Turtle Rescue
      Committed and participated in a coalition pledge for emergency funding for the care and rehabilitation of confiscated Palawan Forest Turtles.
    • Providing Emergency Funding for Turtle and Tortoise Rehabilitation
      Provides emergency funding for the care and rehabilitation of confiscated turtles, such as the Palawan Forest Turtles.
    • Support for chelonian conservation research
      Supports scientific research initiatives such as genetic studies to identify subspecies of Galapagos tortoises in private collections, contributing to broader conservation understanding.
    • Supporting Chelonian Research
      Supports genetic studies, such as identifying subspecies of Galapagos tortoises in private collections.
    • Supporting Genetic Research
      Supported a genetic study aimed at identifying subspecies of Galapagos tortoises in private collections.
    • Supporting Genetic Research on Tortoises
      Supports genetic studies, such as identifying subspecies of Galapagos tortoises in private collections.
  • Chelonian Conservation Conferences 8 activities
    • Advocacy engagement on conservation and legal issues
      Hosts special evening events during its annual conference to address pressing conservation concerns and legal issues affecting chelonians, including collaborations with organizations like USARK.
    • Advocating for Chelonian Conservation and Legal Issues
      Hosts special events during its conference to address conservation concerns and legal issues affecting chelonians, including presentations from organizations like USARK.
    • Advocating for Chelonian Conservation and Legal Issues
      Hosts special events during its conference to address conservation concerns and legal issues affecting chelonians, including presentations from organizations like USARK.
    • Advocating for Conservation and Legal Issues
      Hosts special evening events during its annual conference to address conservation concerns and legal issues related to chelonians, including presentations from organizations like USARK.
    • Annual conference on captive care and breeding
      Hosts an annual conference in November in Mesa, Arizona, focused on the captive care and breeding of turtles and tortoises, featuring international experts, field trips to breeding facilities and zoological institutions, and special events on conservation and legal issues.
    • Hosting Annual Conference on Captive Care and Breeding
      Hosts an annual conference in Mesa, Arizona, featuring international experts, field trips to breeding facilities, and discussions on conservation and legal issues related to turtles and tortoises.
    • Hosting Annual Conference on Captive Care and Breeding
      Hosts an annual conference in Mesa, Arizona, focused on captive care and breeding of turtles and tortoises, featuring international experts, field trips to breeding facilities, and discussions on conservation and legal issues.
    • Hosting Annual Conference on Captive Care and Breeding
      Hosts an annual conference in Mesa, Arizona, featuring international experts, field trips to breeding facilities, and discussions on conservation and legal issues related to turtles and tortoises.
  • Educational Resource Provision 1 activity
    • Providing Educational Materials
      Distributes free educational materials, including lesson plans, puzzles, care guides, games, and craft activities for educators and youth leaders, with some materials available in Spanish.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$70K
Contributions & grants$70K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$50%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$86K
Program expenses90%
Admin / overhead7%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$17K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$51K
Cash$36K
Investments$13K
Liabilities$0
Net assets$51K
Liquid reserves6.9 mo
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue -30.6%
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Arizona Tortoise Compound Partner — Hosted a TTPG conference field trip in 2018.
  • Chelonian Research Foundation Partner — Jointly pledged funding for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • Katala Foundation Partner — Collaborated on emergency response and rehabilitation of confiscated Palawan Forest Turtles.
  • Tortoise and Freshwater Turtle Specialist Group Partner — Jointly pledged funding for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • Turtle Conservancy Partner — Jointly pledged funding for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • Turtle Conservation Fund Partner — Jointly pledged funding for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • Turtle Survival Alliance Partner — Jointly pledged funding for the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • USARK Partner — USARK gives presentations at the TTPG conference on legal issues.
  • Wildlife Reserves Singapore Partner — Pledged $12,000 in support of the Palawan Forest Turtle rescue effort.
  • Zoo Med Partner — Collaborates with TTPG to provide free Turtle and Tortoise Learning Package for International Turtle and Tortoise Week.
  • herpetological societies Partner — Members speak at herpetological societies to share information on captive care and breeding of chelonians.