Mission
The World Salmon Council is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing environmental education in the Pacific Northwest. Founded in 2012, the organization focuses on the Salmon Watch program, which connects students and community members with the natural environment through hands-on experiences focused on the ecosystem of wild salmon.
Basic Information
Founded in
Not Reported
EIN
38-3886799
Total Assets
$78.5 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
Inspiring Champions of Mother Nature
The organization aims to inspire students to become environmental stewards through education on wild salmon and their ecosystems.
Volunteer Program
Join as a volunteer educator to help connect young people with nature through the Salmon Watch program.
Salmon Watch Overview
Salmon Watch offers multidisciplinary education through classroom activities, field studies, and community service projects focused on salmon.
Impact Stats
Number of students educated
Educated 70,000 students
Over the past three decades, the Salmon Watch program has educated more than 70,000 children in Oregon about salmon ecosystems.
Past Events
Girl Scouts Field Trips
June 1, 2024
Join Salmon Watch and the Girl Scouts of SW Washington and Oregon for a fun day on the river as you explore salmon habitat, learn about invasive species, and participate in service work.
Volunteer Training Day – Salmon Watch
September 23, 2023
Volunteer training dates for teachers, new volunteers, or folks who want a refresher! This training day will take place at Wildwood Recreation Area.
Volunteer Training Day – Salmon Watch
September 16, 2023
Volunteer training dates for teachers, new volunteers, or folks who want a refresher! This training day will take place at Dabney State Recreation Area.
Our Programs
Salmon Watch
Salmon Watch provides educational experiences focused on the life cycles of salmon, their habitats, and the ecological importance of these fish.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Become a Volunteer Educator
Help engage with young people and share your passion for wild salmon and conservation.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"Sitting by the river and watching the salmon spawn inspired me to action more than any lecture, lesson or leaflet ever could have."
Sarah Chamberlain
Salmon Watch student alumna
"This experience really helped me to see my future. Now I know that I want to educate people, and hopefully pursue a career in helping to remove pollution from our water supplies."
Maria Fuentes
Salmon Watch volunteer educator
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
47
40
/100
Program Expense Ratio
76.41%
10
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.08434
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.4891
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 211.8K | 99.90% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 220 | 0.10% |
| Total Revenue | 212K | 100.00% |
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