Northern Virginia Conservation Trust

“The 990 was reviewed by the Audit Committee in advance of presenting to the full Board of Directors.”

“Conflict of interest policy is reviewed and discussed with the board annually.”

“Each June, salaries are reviewed by the Executive Committee and Board using the latest version of "Land Trust Salaries and Benefits Survey Summary" published by the Independent Land Trust Alliance.”

“Each year, NVCT files its annual audit with Fairfax County, Arlington County, and the City of Alexandria which makes these documents publicly available from those jurisdictions. NVCT makes its governing documents, conflicts of interest policy, and financial statements available to the general public upon request.”

“Client Note 1 - Statement 1Form 990, Part 1 Line 1-Briefly describe the organization's mission or most significant activities:NVCT is a regional land conservation organization dedicated to conserving open space and natural lands through conservation easements, land acquisition, land management, easement stewardship, and public education and outreach. NVCT works in partnership with county and regional planning organizations, state, federal, and private conservation organizations, and with private and public land owners to achieve the mission.form 990, part III, Line 1-Organization Mission:The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust saves nearby nature by encouraging and assisting governments and private landowners to preserve and care for natural areas, trails, streams, parks and historic and cultural resources for the benefit of current and future generationsFifteen Year vision: We visualize a future where most Northern Virginians by 2025 would be connected to the natural world by living within close proximity to a park, trail, protected stream valley or preserved natural area. We foresee a time when many of these areas are linked together in a connected tapestry of green spaces. We envision a community where everyone enjoys the benefits of clean water, fresh air, abundant wildlife, quiet recreation, scenic vistas, natural beauty, and conserved historic and cultural resources. The Northern Virginia Conservation Trust will be a leading advocate in the region for the protection and stewardship of nearby nature in order to make that vision a reality.”