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FRIENDS OF THE SAN PEDRO RIVER INC
Sierra Vista, AZ · EIN 860591559 · Form 990 · FY2021 · NTEE C113 · Environment · Micro (<$100K) · www.sanpedroriver.org
revenue
$52K
expenses
$74K
net assets
$481K
employees
2
volunteers
60
program ratio
85%
mission · from form 990

CONSERVING, PROTECTING, AND ENHANCING THE NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES OF THE SAN PEDRO RIPARIAN CONSERVATION AREA THROUGH EDUCATION, INTERPRETATION, AND ADVOCACY.

profile · synthesized from sources

FRIENDS OF THE SAN PEDRO RIVER INC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving and promoting awareness of the San Pedro River in Arizona. The organization engages the public through educational events, nature walks, birdwatching activities, and cultural programs centered at the San Pedro House. It supports conservation efforts and community involvement in preserving the riparian ecosystem.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Art Contest for Conservation Outreach
Annual art contest inviting local artists to design graphics for use in stickers, T-shirts, and promotional materials for river conservation events
Birding Challenge
Guided morning birdwatching event led by docents in the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area, open to all skill levels
Celebrate the San Pedro!
Annual community event featuring educational talks, native plant sales, art contests, and family-friendly activities focused on the river's ecology and cultural history
Nature, Bird, and History Walks
Regularly scheduled guided walks offering educational experiences about local wildlife, migratory birds, and indigenous cultures
San Pedro House Nature Store
On-site and online retail store selling nature and history-themed goods, with proceeds supporting conservation and education programs
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Community Art Exhibitions & Festivals 2 activities
    • Conduct annual art contest for event merchandise
      Runs an annual art contest inviting local artists to submit designs used on event merchandise such as T-shirts and stickers, supporting community involvement and creative expression tied to conservation themes.
    • Conduct annual art contest for event merchandise
      Runs an annual art contest inviting local artists to submit designs used on event merchandise such as T-shirts and stickers, supporting community involvement and organizational outreach.
  • Environmental Education Festivals & Events 2 activities
    • Host annual spring event at San Pedro House
      Organizes an annual spring event at San Pedro House that includes educational activities, talks, and cultural demonstrations for adults and children to promote community engagement and environmental awareness.
    • Host annual spring event at San Pedro House
      Organizes an annual spring event at San Pedro House that includes educational activities, talks, and cultural demonstrations for adults and children to promote community engagement and environmental awareness.
  • Visitor-Facing Educational Retail Operations 2 activities
    • Operate nature store at San Pedro House
      Operates a nature store at San Pedro House that sells educational and nature-themed merchandise, with all proceeds directly supporting the organization’s conservation and education efforts.
    • Operate nature store at San Pedro House
      Manages a nature store at San Pedro House that sells educational and nature-themed merchandise, with all proceeds directly supporting the organization’s conservation and education efforts.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Host public nature, bird, and history walks
      Conducts regular guided walks along the San Pedro River focused on nature, birdwatching, and local history to educate and engage the public in riparian conservation.
    • Host public nature, bird, and history walks
      Conducts regular guided nature, bird, and history walks along the San Pedro River to provide environmental education and foster public appreciation of the riparian ecosystem.
    • Organize guided birding challenge
      Hosts an annual guided birding challenge in the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area with teams stationed at five access points, led by FSPR docents to promote conservation and public participation in citizen science.
    • Organize guided birding challenge
      Hosts an annual guided birding challenge in the San Pedro Riparian National Conservation Area with teams stationed at five access points, led by FSPR docents to promote conservation and public participation in citizen science.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$52K
Contributions & grants$27K52%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$270%
Other revenue$25K
expenses
Total expenses$74K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead15%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$44K
Grants paid out$601
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$481K
Cash$28K
Investments$392K
Liabilities$12
Net assets$481K
Liquid reserves68.6 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue +24.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 6
  • BOB LUCE — DIRECTOR
  • JIM HERREWIG — DIRECTOR
  • JOANNE ROBERTS — DIRECTOR
  • LINDA STITT — DIRECTOR
  • RON STEWART — VICE PRESIDENT
  • STEVE OGLE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 2

who they work with

  • Four Arrows Garden and Nursery Partner — Collaborates with FSPR to sell native and desert-adapted plants at the Celebrate the San Pedro! event.
  • SABO Partner — Partners with FSPR on hummingbird banding sessions and related public education events.