Mission
Watch Duty is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that alerts individuals of nearby wildfires and firefighting efforts in real-time, powered by a dedicated team of active and retired firefighters, dispatchers, and first responders. It operates by closely monitoring radio communications and official sources to provide accurate and timely information, fostering trust within the community.
Basic Information
Founded in
2021
EIN
87-1454433
Total Assets
$329.5 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
Real-time Wildfire Map & Alerts
Receive notifications about the status and conditions on the ground as they change.
Monitor Wildfires and Prescribed Burns
Know if that smoke in the distance is a fire you need to be worried about.
Evacuation Orders & Shelters
Find clear and concise evacuation notices as well as shelters for people and animals.
Volunteer Opportunities
Join the Watch Duty Team
We are looking for skilled volunteers to help monitor wildfires and provide real-time information to the community.
Learn MoreTestimonials
"There’s a fear of being at risk. Watch Duty is my Valium."
Carrie Kramlich
"You guys are the best! You are my go-to first before CalFire or Yubanet. Thanks so much!"
Dennis G.
"I get the most up-to-date and fastest information from Watch Duty and I find the updating to be very timely and accurate. I feel like I know almost immediately when there is a fire and that is a HUGE relief to me."
Stacey W.
Cofounder of a firewise community
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
51
52
/100
Program Expense Ratio
30.01%
2
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.0613
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
6.09
18
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
1.879
10
/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 | 343.2K | 98.28% |
| Program Services | 6K | 1.72% |
| Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 349.2K | 100.00% |