Ecostudies Institute

“The organization does not have any committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing body.”

“The form 990 is prepared by the organization's independent accounting firm, with information provided by management. Prior to filing the form, a copy is reviewed by the executive director. The 990 is provided to each board member prior to filing. The executive director signs the 990.”

“It is the policy of the organization to have restrictions on dealings or purchases of goods or services from governing board members, employees, or other suppliers that would create a conflict of interest. Any conflict or potential conflict shall be disclosed to the board of directors, which may direct that the purchase not go forward. A conflict of interest can range from financial to non-financial issues. It is important to note that a conflict of interest only exists when the board of directors decides there is a conflict. Language regarding conflict of interest is included in the board members' code of conduct, which limits business transactions with board members, the ed and management staff and requires a process for disclosure of potential conflicts. The policy requires board members to abstain from decisions that present a potential conflict.”

“Executive director - position is evaluated with respect to similar gs-scale positions. The board approves compensation. The process described here was last completed in 2024.”

“UPON REQUEST”

“We assisted federal (department of defense, us. Fish and wildlife service), state (wa department of fish and wildlife), and county agencies, tribal partners (chehalis tribe of indians) and other non-profit (the nature conservancy, american bird conservancy, point blue) organizations on activities supporting species and habitat recovery actions in the pacific northwest. We worked in various imperiled ecosystems including prairie-oak, estuarine, coastal, and shrub-steppe to implement avian conservation, restoration and prescribed fire, science, and partnership activities. These activities included support for program development, ongoing coordination, planning and prioritization for species and habitat monitoring and restoration (including spraying invasive plants, prescribed fire, and seeding native plants.”

“Ecostudies institute is dedicated to the conservation of native species and their ecosystems. Our natural environment faces complex and dynamic threats which we address with effective partnerships, conservation research and strategic, science-based management to create exceptional and lasting improvements for the species and habitats we support. Because ecological conservation is vitally linked to community, we work to promote environmental justice by removing barriers to engagement and improving access to environmental education and career opportunities for underserved populations. In particular, we recognize the inextricable connection between indigenous peoples and their ancestral lands and seek to actively support that relationship.”

“Contracted conservation services: program service expenses 1,036,238. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 1,036,238. Other professional fees: program service expenses 51,408. Management and general expenses 9,757. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 61,165.”

“The organization has a committee that assumes responsibility for the oversight of audit.”