St. Croix Environmental Association

“The organization has members.”

“The members elect the governing body.”

“The members elect the governing body, approve amendments to the articles of incorporation and by-laws. Members also review and comment on the organization's programs and budget at the annual meeting.”

“A member of the board of directors reviews the draft of form 990 prior to filing.”

“Annual review of disclosures.”

“Approved by the board of directors.”

“N/A.”

“ON REQUEST.”

“Conservation:conservation of wetland, salt pond and beach habitats at the southgate coastal reserve(scr),to protect nesting habitat for endangered species and for public education and enjoyment. Scr is recognized by birdlife international as an important bird area (iba). Conduct special programs and presentations to raise awareness of the need for conservation of wetland and other habitats for resident, endemic and migratory birds. Conservation of important bat habitat at estate barren spot. Wildlife hurricane resilience training to inform the community of actions they can take to help wildlife before & after hurricanes. Research and increase the populations of the endangered st. Croix agave and the tropical lilyhorn. Native tree restoration,post hurricane-over 300 native trees distributed for planting in the community and on our reserves.”

“Education: deliver after-school and weekend programs to provide hands-on learning and enjoyment of st. Croix's wildlife and natural areas through snorkel clinics, coral conservation corp, hikes, turtle watches, kayak trips, bird watching and other special activities. Host earth day ecofair, featuring presentations and interactive lessons from public and private sector environmental agencies, and reaching more than 550 students. Coordinate special programs such as clean roadside and beach clean-up, conservation awareness and teacher training. Conduct a five week summer program to deliver experiential nature activities to local summer camps for approximately 400 elementary school age children and coral conservation corps summer program for 15 junior high school students. Supported organizations' programs & events such as fuel youth reading is leaders in training, mango melee & coralpalooza and are working with uvi to give students the opportunity to contribute to our education & conservation projects for class credit. The above programs were negatively impacted by the covid-19 pandemic. Some were scaled back and some were suspended for the year.”

“Other fees 17,695 4,738 14,670”

“Change in donor restricted net assets -34,884”