National Wildlife Federation

“The federation's state and territorial autonomous and unrelated entities are members of the federation.”

“Affiliate representatives elect the majority of the board of directors of the federation.”

“The federation's finance department compiles data and schedules for the irs form 990 from audited financial statements. Cbiz advisors, llc prepares and reviews the return. The federation's board members are provided with a draft copy of the 990 return. The federation's audit committee meeting is held where the full board is invited to participate in discussing the 990 prior to filing. The federation's finance staff, general counsel, and the cbiz tax managing director address and answer any questions that the board may have.”

“Officers, directors, trustees, and employees are required to disclose any potential issues that may cause a conflict. General counsel and human resources communicate policy to board and employees. Forms are reviewed and disclosures are reviewed by a committee of the board.”

“The compensation of the ceo of the federation undergoes an annual review by the executive committee of the board of directors, which consist of nine independent board members. Data from a compensation study, along with information from other similar organizations' form 990 filings are used to inform the executive committee's recommended compensation adjustments to the full board for approval.”

“The federation makes its governing documents and conflict of interest policy available to the public upon request. The federation makes its audited financial statements and 990's available to the public on its own website and upon request.”

“At a time when a national voice for conservation was lacking, the national wildlife federation formed in 1936 to advocate for wildlife conservation as one body, one federation, to support conservation. The national wildlife federation has worked since then, in partnership with its 52 state and territorial affiliates, to advance its mission to unite americans to ensure that wildlife thrives in a rapidly changing world. We believe that to save wildlife and ourselves, we need to ensure that everyone in america has clean air and water, safe communities, easy and equitable access to the daily benefits of nature, and protection from the ravages of climate change. These basic needs, equally necessary and urgent for all people, are foundational to bringing the conservation movement and ethos into the 21st century. The national wildlife federation commits to achieve its mission and strategic plan and address the immense and interconnected wildlife, climate, and environmental justice crises by 2030.”

“Climate-smart solutions in longleaf pine forests: longleaf pine forests are one of the most endangered ecosystems in north america, and more than 20 federally threatened and endangered species are associated with it. Our southeast forestry program secured a $2 million grant from the u.s. Forest service, used in part to support the "longleaf for all" landowner mentorship program, which empowers landowners to sustainably manage forested land and have access to emerging climate-smart markets. Mr. Herbert hodges, the first mentor in the program, is being recognized as the 2024 conservationist of the year by georgia association of conservation districts and the u.s. Department of agriculture's natural resources conservation service. Supporting nature-based solutions in galveston, tx: residents of the low-lying galveston barrier island in texas are increasingly vulnerable to accelerating sea level rise and extreme weather events. Nwf created a comprehensive report revealing the latest projections on climate change-related risks including their socio-economic and environmental impacts and identifying potential adaptation strategies. Galveston will be proving ground for climate resilience; this report provides local leaders with actionable steps forward. Environmental justice and resilient communities ensuring local input into water quality decisions: water is essential for life and the economy. Nwf advocated for a newly revised rule by the environmental protection agency that restores the rights of states and indigenous tribes to protect their waterways. The epa rule, finalized in late 2023, fully enables states and tribes to review federal permits for projects such as dams, pipelines, and mines to ensure water quality is protected. Local input will safeguard the waters in many ways, including protecting fish migration, ensuring clean drinking water, and allowing recreational access. Supporting community partners: nwf increased engagement with our environmental justice partners, aiding them in securing clean water and air. In hawai'i, the keaukaha action network will use these funds to address hazardous waste exposure in hilo. In colorado, we helped sponsor the signature fundraising event for environmental learning for kids, an organization dedicated to providing outdoor experiences to youth and encouraging environmental leadership. In south carolina, we supported new alpha cdc in their efforts to provide large emergency kits to communities devastated by weather events in georgia, texas, florida, and illinois. We also contracted with new alpha cdc to assist us in determining items needed in a smaller "grab and go" evacuation kit for use during extreme weather events. Protecting communities from forever chemicals: a multi-year campaign to raise awareness about the dangers of pfas (also known as "forever chemicals" to reflect the severity of their long-term effects) culminated in a big win this year. The water team educated members of congress about the dangers these toxic chemicals pose and encouraged the epa to move swiftly to designate them as hazardous. The action fund and the great lakes regional center both conducted email campaigns that together generated over 30,000 public comments on the proposed epa rules. With new rules issued by the epa and the critical designation of these particles as hazardous, communities contaminated by these substances can now seek clean up and restoration. Building conservation capacity nwf affiliate grants: the federation shares similar goals with other conservation organizations. Our affiliate capacity grants invest in these critical partners, allowing them to expand their organizations to work effectively on campaigns that protect the planet, people, and wildlife. The affiliates address critical conservation priorities within their states and add local perspective to federal environmental policy. The 2024 grants were given to arkansas wildlife federation, conservation coalition of oklahoma, enviro”

“Contractual & consultants: program service expenses 10,066,327. Management and general expenses 610,912. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 10,677,239. Research: program service expenses 305,187. Management and general expenses 19,596. Fundraising expenses 20,217. Total expenses 345,000. Graphics: program service expenses 259,496. Management and general expenses 10,136. Fundraising expenses 69,357. Total expenses 338,989. Advertising: program service expenses 51,034. Management and general expenses 1,993. Fundraising expenses 13,640. Total expenses 66,667. Data entry: program service expenses 158,487. Management and general expenses 10,176. Fundraising expenses 10,499. Total expenses 179,162. Letter shop: program service expenses 1,375,722. Management and general expenses 53,735. Fundraising expenses 367,698. Total expenses 1,797,155. Fulfillment: program service expenses 3,731,019. Management and general expenses 239,568. Fundraising expenses 247,160. Total expenses 4,217,747.”

“Change in split interest agreements 927,296. Gain on pension investment -663,931.”