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AMERICAN SAND ASSOCIATION INC

TEMPE, AZ · EIN 954808493 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE N99 · Recreation & Sports · Small ($100K-$1M) · americansandassociation.org
revenue
$391K
expenses
$277K
net assets
$591K
employees
3
volunteers
50
program ratio
52%
mission · from form 990

Promote the use of public lands for off road vehicle recreation while educating members on friendly use of these areas and working with government agencies on related issues. We "Unite Inform & Mobilize."

profile · synthesized from sources

The American Sand Association (ASA) is an advocacy organization dedicated to preserving access to public lands for off-road vehicle recreation, particularly in sand dune environments. They engage with government agencies and environmental groups on land management issues, focusing on legal and scientific arguments to maintain and reopen riding areas. ASA also educates its members on responsible land use.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $23K
    Legal Legislative: Legal and Legislative support of the off road vehicle community to maintain the recreational use of public lands.
  2. #2 $18K
    Events Education: Inform the public on safety accessibility proper use and more of recreational use of public lands.
activities · 5 clusters

what they do

  • Charity Galas and Auctions 4 activities
    • Annual Vehicle Raffle
      The organization conducts an annual raffle program, giving away a vehicle each year, to raise funds for its operations.
    • Annual Vehicle Raffle
      The organization conducts an annual raffle program, giving away a vehicle each year, to raise funds for its operations.
    • Fundraising through Vehicle Raffles
      The organization conducts an annual raffle program, giving away a vehicle each year, to raise funds for its operations and advocacy efforts.
    • Vehicle Raffle Program
      The organization conducts an annual raffle program, giving away a vehicle each year, to raise funds for its operations.
  • Scientific Research & Monitoring 4 activities
    • Economic and Environmental Research
      The organization commissions research, such as hiring McClure Consulting to review economic analyses, which is then used in environmental policy discussions, like the redefinition of critical habitat by the FWS.
    • Economic and Environmental Research
      The organization commissions research, such as hiring McClure Consulting to review economic analyses, which is then used in processes like redefining critical habitat by the FWS.
    • Economic and Environmental Research
      The organization commissions expert consultants to review economic analyses and other studies, which are then used in critical habitat designation processes and other land management decisions.
    • Environmental and Economic Research
      The organization commissions research, such as hiring McClure Consulting to review economic analyses, which is then used in processes like redefining critical habitat by the FWS.
  • Membership & Permit Programs for Habitat Access 4 activities
    • Sand Dune Permit Sales
      The organization sells season permits for access to sand dunes, specifically Glamis (ISDRA) season passes, to support its operational activities.
    • Season Permit Sales
      The organization sells season permits, including Glamis (ISDRA) season passes, to provide access to dunes and support its operations.
    • Season Permit Sales
      The organization sells season permits, including Glamis (ISDRA) season passes, to provide access to dunes and support its operational costs.
    • Season Permit Sales
      The organization sells season permits for access to dunes, specifically Glamis (ISDRA) season passes, to support its operations.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 3 activities
    • Newsletter Publication
      The organization publishes newsletters, with archives available dating back to the year 2000.
    • Newsletter Publication
      The organization publishes newsletters, with archives available dating back to 2000, to communicate with its members and the public.
    • Newsletter Publication
      The organization publishes newsletters, with archives available dating back to 2000, to inform its members and the public.
  • Uncategorized 8 activities
    • Advocacy for Sand Dune Access
      The organization actively fights litigation and legislation to keep sand dunes open for recreational use, monitors dune-related situations, attends relevant meetings, and engages with government agencies like the BLM and local governments. This includes specific efforts to reopen closures in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA) and advocating for a Patton Valley corridor.
    • Advocacy for Sand Dune Access
      The organization actively fights litigation and legislation to keep sand dunes open for recreational use, monitoring situations, attending meetings, and engaging with government agencies like the BLM and local governments. This includes specific efforts to reopen closures in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA) and advocating for a Patton Valley corridor.
    • Advocacy for Sand Dune Access
      The organization actively fights litigation and legislation to keep sand dunes open for recreational use, monitors dune-related situations, attends relevant meetings, and engages with government agencies like the BLM and local governments. This includes specific efforts to reopen closures in the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA) and advocating for a Patton Valley corridor.
    • Advocacy for Sand Dune Access
      The organization actively monitors and engages with legislative and governmental bodies, including the BLM, to support or oppose legislation and litigation that impacts access to sand dunes. This includes fighting closures, advocating for specific travel corridors like Patton Valley, and engaging with Senate Representatives and other legislators.
    • Member Education and Empowerment
      The organization instructs its members on how to participate in public comment processes, including making statements in scoping meetings and submitting protests regarding land management plans. They hold information meetings to educate members on submitting meaningful comments, which has resulted in significant member participation in advocacy efforts.
    • Member Education and Engagement
      The organization educates its members on how to participate in public comment periods, scoping meetings, and protests related to land management plans, empowering them to advocate for sand dune access.
    • Member Education and Engagement
      The organization instructs its members on how to participate in public comment periods, scoping meetings, and protests regarding land management plans. They hold information meetings to educate members on submitting meaningful comments, which has resulted in significant member input on issues like the Patton Valley Travel Corridor.
    • Member Education and Engagement
      The organization instructs its members on how to participate in public comment periods, scoping meetings, and protests regarding land management plans. They hold information meetings to educate members on submitting meaningful comments, which has resulted in significant member input on issues like the Patton Valley Travel Corridor.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$391K
Contributions & grants$169K43%
Program service revenue$218K56%
Investment income$2030%
Other revenue$4K
expenses
Total expenses$277K
Program expenses52%
Admin / overhead48%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$75K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$591K
Cash$562K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$591K
Liquid reserves24.3 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue +109.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 3
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Bryan Henry Executive Director 40 $34K
Nicole Gilles Executive Director 40 $18K
David Kuskie Executive Director 40 $8K
relationships · 20

who they work with

  • American Desert Foundation Partner — Partners with the American Desert Foundation.
  • BLM Government — Maintains relationships with the Bureau of Land Management.
  • Bureau of Land Management Government — Manages a portion of the Imperial Sand Dunes Recreation Area (ISDRA)
  • Bureau of Land Management Partner — Partners with the Bureau of Land Management.
  • Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Government — Engaged with regarding land management plans, but BLM is not obligated to grant requests from the public.
  • Center for Biological Diversity (CBD) Partner — Met with on several occasions in an attempt to reach an agreement on closures, but did not capitulate to their demands.
  • Codenroll Partner — Powers the organization's accessibility toolbar.
  • EcoLogic Partners, Inc. Partner — Partners with EcoLogic Partners, Inc.
  • Imperial County Sheriff Office Partner — Partners with the Imperial County Sheriff Office.
  • Industrial Economics Partner — Hired McClure Consulting to review an economic analysis conducted by Industrial Economics.
  • McClure Consulting Partner — Hired to review an economic analysis conducted by Industrial Economics.
  • Polaris Partner — Sponsor of the raffle program, providing vehicles for the giveaway.
  • Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) Partner — Met with on several occasions in an attempt to reach an agreement on closures, but did not capitulate to their demands.
  • Rocky Mountain ATV Partner — Provides a $25 credit to members.
  • Sierra Club Partner — Met with to discuss closures, but not for negotiations.
  • TMW Offroad Partner — Sponsor that built the raffle vehicle.
  • US Border Patrol Partner — Partners with the US Border Patrol.
  • US Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) Government — Engaged with regarding critical habitat designation, and whose reevaluation of critical habitat was influenced by ASA's economic analysis.
  • United Desert Gateway Partner — Partners with the United Desert Gateway.
  • isdpermits.net Partner — Partner website providing location maps and permit purchasing options for the American Sand Association.