Friends of the San Francisco Estuary

EIN: 680265026 501(c)(3) Environment

Oakland, CA

Total Revenue
$200,154
Total Expenses
$197,928
Total Assets
$20,681
Net Assets
$20,681
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1994
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Michael Monroe
Phone
5105040986
Tax Period
2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

Friends of the San Francisco Estuary, founded in 1994, is a small nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $200K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 100% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.

Mission

The main thrust of Friends of the Estuary is environmental education and the development of environmental leaders of tomorrow to address the most severe environmental problems in the Estuary. For the past several years we've focussed on building the next generation of environmental stewards though support of the Honey Hive Project.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $128,193

We supported the Estuary Youth Council as it completed its first year of programming. The EYC is an innovative collaboration between government, community-based organizations, and emerging young...

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We supported the Estuary Youth Council as it completed its first year of programming. The EYC is an innovative collaboration between government, community-based organizations, and emerging young leaders from disadvantaged communities. Its goals are to provide leadership and professional development opportunities for tomorrow's leaders in the Estuary watershed. It advises environmental managers, planners, and decision-makers so they can better address needs and perspectives of youth.

Program 2
Expenses: $63,140

Every other year, since the late 1980s, the San Francisco Estuary Partnership has held a major conference on issues facing the Estuary. The conference brings together elected officials, State and...

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Every other year, since the late 1980s, the San Francisco Estuary Partnership has held a major conference on issues facing the Estuary. The conference brings together elected officials, State and Federal regulators, scientists, and the public to review the Estuary's environmental problems and assess progress in addressing them. To help educate students about these issues, and to enhance their skills in presenting technical data, we support the Estuary Partnership's Catalyst Fund. This fund enables disadvantaged youth to participate and provide decision-makers a unique perspective. It also provides youth an opportunity to develop skills in public speaking.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $200,153
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $1
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $200,154

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $191,333
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $191,333
Other Expenses $6,595
TOTAL EXPENSES $197,928

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $200,154 $100,008 +1.0%
Expenses $197,928 $99,000 +1.0%
Net Income $2,226 $1,008 +1.2%
Key Indicators
Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
7
Independent Members
7
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
N/A

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
3
$0
Total Directors
4
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Mitch Avalon President 2
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Charles Batts Secretary 2
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Michael Monroe Treasurer 2
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Barbara Salzman Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Arthur Feinstein Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jane Lavelle Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Paula Trigueros Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 $200,154 $197,928 $20,681 $2,226
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