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FYXX FOUNDATION

FLAGSTAFF, AZ · EIN 832001645 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE D20 · Animal-Related · Micro (<$100K) · www.fyxxfoundation.org
revenue
$98K
expenses
$88K
net assets
$22K
employees
0
program ratio
73%
mission · from form 990

TO GIVE PARTNERS AND AGENCIES THE ABILITY TO ACCESS SCIENTIFIC DATA, COLLABORATE AND IMPLEMENT NEW ALTERNATIVES IN HUMAN AND ANIMAL SAFETY PROTOCOLS. A HEALTHIER PLANET FOR ANIMALS & PEOPLE.

profile · synthesized from sources

FYXX Foundation advances humane wildlife population management through fertility control research and implementation. The organization partners with agencies and organizations to develop and deploy non-lethal solutions for rodent and community cat overpopulation. It focuses on scientific research, field application, and collaboration with stakeholders across animal care facilities, governmental agencies, and conservation areas.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Community Cat Project
Develops oral fertility control products for free-roaming cats to reduce kitten births and manage population growth without euthanasia
Protection of Sensitive Habitats and Wildlife Populations
Uses humane fertility control to manage invasive species on California's islands and sensitive habitats to protect native wildlife and ecosystems
Rodent Fertility Control
Implements non-lethal fertility control solutions in animal care and governmental facilities to reduce rodent populations by 80-99% using scientifically formulated treatments
activities · 3 clusters

what they do

  • Non-Lethal Wildlife Fertility Control 6 activities
    • Conducting Research on Non-Lethal Wildlife Population Management
      Conducts research on wildlife population management methods that do not involve killing, including providing field application recommendations, population modeling for efficacy testing of fertility control products, and adhering to animal care and use protocols.
    • Developing Non-Lethal Fertility Control Products
      Formulates and produces small-batch prototype non-lethal fertility control products for animal over-population, designed to meet regulatory approval (EPA, FDA, USDA), and provides instructions for scale-up manufacturing and quality control.
    • Humane fertility control implementation for invasive and overpopulated species
      Implements non-lethal fertility control programs to manage populations of invasive or overabundant wildlife, including rodents, in sensitive habitats and urban settings. Projects include the world's first rat abatement project using fertility control at a Safeway demolition site in Seattle and applications in animal care facilities.
    • Implementing Non-Lethal Fertility Control for Wildlife Management
      Implements humane fertility control solutions to manage invasive species populations, protect native wildlife habitats, and reduce rodent populations in animal care facilities and urban environments, as demonstrated by significant population reductions in specific projects.
    • Research on non-lethal wildlife population management methods
      Conducts scientific research on fertility control as a humane alternative to lethal methods for managing wildlife populations. This includes developing animal health criteria, population modeling, and efficacy testing protocols, all compliant with Animal Welfare Act standards.
    • Researching Wildlife Population Management Methods
      Conducts research on non-lethal wildlife population management methods, including providing field application recommendations, population modeling for efficacy testing of fertility control products, and adhering to animal care and use protocols.
  • Conservation Skills Training & Workforce Development 3 activities
    • Capacity building in wildlife fertility control
      Provides education and training to public stakeholders, agencies, and animal welfare organizations through webinars, customized virtual training sessions, hands-on workshops, and classroom visits. Also sponsors summer laboratory and field interns to support workforce development in humane wildlife management.
    • Providing Training and Education in Wildlife Fertility Control
      Sponsors webinars, customized virtual training sessions, hands-on workshops, and virtual classroom visits to educate organizations, agencies, animal welfare groups, and students on wildlife fertility control opportunities and methods.
    • Sponsoring Internships
      Sponsors summer laboratory or field internships to provide practical experience in wildlife fertility control.
  • Uncategorized 3 activities
    • Implementing Non-Lethal Fertility Control for Wildlife Management
      Implements humane fertility control solutions to manage invasive species populations, protect native wildlife habitats, and reduce rodent populations in animal care facilities and urban environments, as demonstrated by significant reductions in rodent populations in specific projects.
    • Providing Training and Education in Wildlife Fertility Control
      Sponsors webinars, customized virtual training sessions, hands-on workshops, and virtual classroom visits to discuss and educate organizations, agencies, animal welfare groups, and students on wildlife fertility control opportunities and methods.
    • Sponsoring Internships
      Sponsors summer laboratory or field interns to provide practical experience in wildlife fertility control research and implementation.
financials · form 990 · fy2022

the money

revenue
Total revenue$98K
Contributions & grants$98K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$88K
Program expenses73%
Admin / overhead27%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$54K
Cash$15K
Investments$0
Liabilities$32K
Net assets$22K
Liquid reserves2.1 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +14.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

board members · 8
  • BRANDY PYZYNA — BOARD MEMBER
  • BRITTANY THRON-SORGENSTEIN — BOARD MEMBER
  • DIANE JARVIS — DIRECTOR
  • IRV INGRAM — BOARD MEMBER
  • JOHANNA KLOMANN — TREASURER
  • ROBYN ARAIZA — BOARD MEMBER
  • SCOTT STONEBROOK — SECRETARY
  • TONI BARNES — CEO
relationships · 11

who they work with

  • Arizona Game & Fish Department Partner — Tom Ohmart started his career there and helped draft the Mo Udall Arizona Wilderness Act.
  • Foundation Partners Funder — Philanthropic foundations that financially support the organization's mission.
  • Parker Eco-Friendly Pest Control Partner — Partnered with FYXX Foundation to implement the world's first fertility control-based rat abatement project in Seattle.
  • Partnerships and Councils Coalition — Participates in formal partnerships and councils focused on wildlife management and conservation.
  • Paw Placement of Northern AZ Partner — Diane Jarvis was founder and President, helping over 800 dogs and cats find homes and assisting families with medical and spay/neuter services.
  • Raptors Are The Solution Partner — Partner organization that informed FYXX Foundation about the Safeway demolition project in Seattle.
  • Research Advisory Council Partner — Advisory body providing guidance on research strategy and direction.
  • Senestech, Inc. Partner — Dr. Scott Stonebrook previously served on their Animal Care and Use Committee; Brandy Pyzyna served as Vice President of Research and Regulatory Affairs.
  • Southwest Vegetation Management Association (SWVMA) Partner — Tom Ohmart currently serves as President of this nonprofit environmental organization.
  • Technical Advisory Board Partner — Group of experts consulted for technical guidance and input on initiatives.
  • land managers Partner — Collaborates with land managers to implement invasive species population control using humane fertility control methods.