Mission
Friends of Heinz Refuge (FOHR) is a nonprofit organization founded in 1997 to assist the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service in achieving its educational, interpretive, and public use goals. FOHR serves to connect people with nature and foster a sense of environmental stewardship through diverse programs, including educational field trips, summer camps, and community events at the John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge.
Basic Information
Founded in
1997
EIN
23-2889425
Total Assets
$294 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Annual Membership Meeting
An opportunity for members to engage and vote on important initiatives.
Preventing Plastic Pollution Webinars
A series of webinars aimed at reducing plastic pollution impacting local waterways.
Community Involvement Events
Hands-on participation in environmental clean-up and educational outreach activities.
Impact Stats
Number of students supported
Environmental Education Field Trips
Supported nearly 5,000 underserved students in hands-on nature experiences through sponsored field trips.
Monthly participants
Nature Tots Program
Monthly free environmental education sessions for children aged 3-5, promoting early nature connection.
Number of students engaged
Philly Nature Kids Program
Engagement of 150 4th-graders annually through inquiry-based science lessons and service projects.
Past Events
27th Annual Membership Meeting
November 2023
The 27th Annual Membership Meeting where members discussed refuge activities and goals.
Plastic Pollution Webinar Series
2022
A series of webinars focused on preventing plastic pollution in local waters.
Upcoming Events
Community Clean-Up Day
March 15, 2024
Join us in a community effort to clean up the refuge and protect wildlife habitats.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Field Trips
Program enabling underserved students to experience the refuge with nature-related activities.
Learn MoreNature Tots
Monthly environmental education for young children focusing on nature.
Philly Nature Kids
Environmental education for Philadelphia 4th-graders through inquiry-based lessons.
Volunteer Opportunities
Weed Warriors
Volunteers work to remove invasive species and restore native plant habitats.
Testimonials
"This is my sanctuary, an oasis in the rush and clamor of urban life. This is my retreat, a haven of marsh, woods and wildlife, where my spirit is refreshed."
Kim Sheridan
Refuge Volunteer
"The relationships developed by meeting and working through challenges with our community members are the foundation of the work we do...in a phrase, doing refuge from the community out."
Lamar Gore
Refuge Manager
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
53
50
/100
Program Expense Ratio
96.76%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.218
14
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.233
12
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 200.1K | 98.01% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 1.797K | 0.88% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 204.2K | 100.00% |