FRIENDS OF THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST

EIN: 874531180 501(c)(3) Public & Societal Benefit

Knoxville, TN

Total Revenue
$89,993
Total Expenses
$61,423
Total Assets
$101,451
Net Assets
$100,354
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2022
Legal Domicile
TN
Principal Officer
Mark Healey
Phone
8653855754
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

FRIENDS OF THE CHEROKEE NATIONAL FOREST, founded in 2022, is a micro nonprofit in the Public & Societal Benefit sector that reported $90K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue grew 11% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion. The organization ran a surplus of $29K, a strong 32% operating margin.

Mission

To conserve, protect, and promote the outstanding natural beauty and ecological vitality of the Cherokee National Forest for current and future generations through strong partnerships with the Cherokee National Forest, volunteers, donors, board members, community members and partners.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $37,317 Revenue: $22,683

Hiwassee Blueway Infrastructure Project - The organization completed Phase 1 of the Hiwassee Blueway signage replacement project to improve river access, safety, and visitor experience. This effort...

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Hiwassee Blueway Infrastructure Project - The organization completed Phase 1 of the Hiwassee Blueway signage replacement project to improve river access, safety, and visitor experience. This effort supports recreational use and conservation awareness along the Hiwassee River corridor. The project resulted in updated and newly installed signage at key access points, improving navigation and public engagement.

Program 2
Expenses: $2,075 Revenue: $4,748

Recreation Area Improvements (Dillards Ponds) - The organization funded improvements to the Dillards Ponds recreation area, including installation of signage and gravel enhancements. These upgrades...

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Recreation Area Improvements (Dillards Ponds) - The organization funded improvements to the Dillards Ponds recreation area, including installation of signage and gravel enhancements. These upgrades improved accessibility, visitor safety, and overall usability of the site for public recreation.

Program 3
Expenses: $0 Revenue: $0

Conservation Education & Community Engagement - The organization advanced conservation education and community engagement through partnerships, volunteer efforts, and public programming. Activities...

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Conservation Education & Community Engagement - The organization advanced conservation education and community engagement through partnerships, volunteer efforts, and public programming. Activities included collaborative events such as the Firefly Festival, which promotes environmental awareness and connects the public to the Cherokee National Forest.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $89,215
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $276
Other Revenue $502
TOTAL REVENUE $89,993

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $6,962
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $1,145
Program Expenses $56,414
Other Expenses $54,384
TOTAL EXPENSES $61,423

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $89,993 $81,348 +0.1%
Expenses $61,423 $15,239 +3.0%
Net Income $28,570 $66,109 -0.6%
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
7

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
7
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Mark Healey Board Chair, Executive Director 20
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Zack Ridder Recording Secretary 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ellis Bacon Treasurer 8.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Leslie Auriemmo Board Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jeff Richards Board Member 2
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kayla Carter Board Member 2
Director
$0 $0 $0
David Ramsey Board Member 2
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 $89,993 $61,423 $101,451 $28,570
2024 $81,348 $15,239 $72,011 $66,109
2023 $2,475 $2,070 $5,430 $405
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