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ARIZONA NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION
FLAGSTAFF, AZ · EIN 860604314 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · aznaturalhistory.org
revenue
$202K
expenses
$248K
net assets
$154K
employees
7
program ratio
97%
mission · from form 990

Arizona Natural History Association is a non-profit interpretive association in partnership with the U.S. National Forest Service

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Natural History Association (ANHA) is a nonprofit organization established in 1988 to support the USDA Forest Service. ANHA provides interpretive and educational opportunities for visitors to Arizona's national forests, promoting public awareness of land preservation, history, and sustainable use. They operate gift shops in ranger stations, visitor centers, and heritage sites, with proceeds supporting educational and research projects.

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 $25K
    Aid to National Forests in Arizona including interpretation, research, training, education and special projects.
named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

Cultural Heritage and Archaeological Site Preservation
Support for the preservation of cultural heritage and archaeological sites within national forests.
Elden Pueblo Project
A cooperative endeavor with the Coconino National Forest and Arizona Archaeological Society to provide educational opportunities in archaeology, including hands-on mapping, excavation, laboratory, and analytical experiences at the Elden Pueblo site.
Guided Hikes
Free guided hikes led by volunteers with expertise in wildlife, wildflowers, art, geology, or archaeology.
Interpretive Gift Shops
Gift shops located in national forest facilities that sell interpretive, educational, and historical books, maps, and other theme-related items, with a percentage of profits supporting educational and research projects.
Junior Ranger Programs
Support for programs designed to engage children in learning about national parks and forests.
Public Educational Events
Special public events designed to educate visitors about the natural history and conservation of Arizona's public lands.
Wildfire Prevention Support
Support for initiatives aimed at preventing wildfires in national forests.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Nature-Based Environmental Education Programs 3 activities
    • Conducts public educational events and programs
      Organizes special public educational events, guided hikes, and supports Junior Ranger Programs to promote engagement with natural and cultural resources.
    • Offering public educational events and guided hikes
      Offers special public educational events and free guided hikes, with volunteers assisting educators.
    • Offers volunteer and public engagement programs
      Provides diverse volunteer opportunities including Store & Visitor Information Clerk, Event Assistant, participation in guided hikes, and service on the Board of Directors, supporting operational and educational activities.
  • Visitor-Facing Educational Retail Operations 2 activities
    • Operates gift shops at U.S. Forest Service sites
      Operates 13 gift shops across U.S. Forest Service locations, including ranger stations, visitor centers, and heritage sites, offering maps, books, gifts, and theme-related items that support public education and engagement.
    • Operating retail gift shops
      Operates 13 gift shops across U.S. Forest Service sites, including ranger stations, heritage sites, and visitor centers, offering maps, books, and other theme-related items.
  • Guided and Self-Guided Museum Tours 2 activities
    • Provides educational archaeology programs
      Offers hands-on archaeological programs in partnership with the Coconino National Forest and the Arizona Archaeological Society through the Elden Pueblo Project, including excavation, mapping, laboratory analysis, and annual workshops for Flagstaff 4th graders.
    • Providing archaeological education programs
      Cooperates with the Coconino National Forest and the Arizona Archaeological Society to provide educational opportunities in archaeology through the Elden Pueblo Project, including hands-on programs for participants and annual workshops for Flagstaff 4th graders.
  • Public Engagement & Recognition Programs 2 activities
    • Supporting public lands through gift shop profits
      Directs a percentage of gift shop profits to support interpretive, educational, and research projects on public lands, including wildfire prevention, Junior Ranger Programs, and cultural heritage preservation.
    • Supports public land education and research
      Directs a portion of gift shop profits toward funding interpretive, educational, and research projects on public lands, enhancing public understanding and stewardship.
  • Artisan Craft Sales & Festivals 1 activity
    • Supports local artists and authors
      Promotes and sells works by local artists and authors through its network of gift shops, contributing to regional cultural and economic vitality.
  • Uncategorized 7 activities
    • Advocates for public land conservation
      Advocates for the conservation and sustainable use of Arizona’s public lands to ensure long-term ecological and cultural preservation.
    • Advocating for conservation
      Advocates for the conservation and sustainable use of Arizona's public lands.
    • Maintains national forests in Arizona
      Manages and maintains three major national forests in Arizona: Coconino National Forest (1,856,038 acres), Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest (2,761,386 acres), and Tonto National Forest (2,873,200 acres), the largest national forest in Arizona and ninth largest in the U.S.
    • Manages recreational camping facilities
      Manages campgrounds in the Black Mesa District, providing approximately 400 campsites for public use.
    • Managing campgrounds
      Manages campgrounds offering approximately 400 campsites in the Black Mesa District.
    • Operates across multiple National Forest locations
      Operates programs and services across 13 locations within three National Forests in Arizona, facilitating broad public access and engagement.
    • Supports wildfire prevention and cultural preservation
      Engages in wildfire prevention efforts and supports the preservation of cultural heritage and archaeological sites on public lands.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$202K
Contributions & grants$61K30%
Program service revenue$26K13%
Investment income$70%
Other revenue$115K
expenses
Total expenses$248K
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead3%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$142K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$241K
Cash$100K
Investments$0
Liabilities$87K
Net assets$154K
Liquid reserves4.9 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -15.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 4
  • Cathie Pauls — Director
  • Connie Birkland — Secretary
  • Joan Brundige-Baker — President
  • Terry Adams — Treasurer
relationships · 7

who they work with

  • Arizona Archaeological Society Partner — Cooperative partner in the Elden Pueblo Project to provide educational opportunities in archaeology.
  • Arizona’s National Forests Partner — Volunteers assist Arizona's National Forests.
  • Coconino National Forest Partner — Cooperative partner in the Elden Pueblo Project to provide educational opportunities in archaeology.
  • U.S. Forest Service Government — Collaborates with the U.S. Forest Service on visitor information and forest management, as indicated by shared content and links to official forest service news.
  • USDA Forest Service Government — Assists the USDA Forest Service in promoting public awareness of land preservation and use.
  • USDA Forest Service Partner — Collaborates with ANHA on public education, interpretation, research, and special projects benefiting Arizona's public lands.
  • USDA Forest Service Partner — Collaborates with the USDA Forest Service to maintain Coconino, Apache-Sitgreaves, and Tonto National Forests.