Mission
Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) is a 501(c)(3) community-based, non-profit organization focused on reversing the trend of declining salmon runs in Whatcom County. The organization enhances river, creek, and riparian habitat while educating people of all ages to provide Pacific salmon & Steelhead the best chance at survival. NSEA creates partnerships with landowners, tribes, local businesses, volunteers, agencies, and other non-governmental organizations to lead restoration, education, and monitoring projects.
Basic Information
Founded in
1991
EIN
94-3140165
Total Assets
$4.565 million
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

Stream Stewards Program
Join NSEA in restoring local watersheds by planting trees and removing invasive weeds along salmon-bearing streams throughout Whatcom County.

Salmon Discovery Program
Celebrate salmon by looking for the fish in local streams and participate in NSEA's outreach activities.

Camp Keystone
This program targets underserved families, providing outdoor childcare options to bridge the gap between school years.
Our Programs
Camp Keystone
This program targets underserved families, providing outdoor childcare options to bridge the gap between school years.
Learn MoreSalmon Discovery Program
An outreach program for the community to learn about salmon and conservation efforts.
Learn MoreStream Stewards Program
Volunteer program for planting trees and removing invasive species to improve salmon habitat.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Stream Stewards
Join restoration efforts for local watersheds by participating in tree planting and weed removal.
Learn MoreFuture Leaders of Whatcom Waters Internship Program
Internship program for youth interested in environmental sciences and leadership.
Learn MoreSkilled Volunteer Opportunities
Various volunteer roles that utilize specific skills to help in habitat restoration and community engagement.
Learn MoreMIP Score (Beta)
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The MIP Score and it's methodology is purely used as a way to visualize how a nonprofits public financial data compares against others. It doesn't reflect the unique circumstances and impact that a nonprofit has.The MIP Score should never be used to say one charity is better than another.
Overall Score
64
52
/100
Program Expense Ratio
81.64%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.05421
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
1.719
14
/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 | 2.43M | 92.77% |
Program Services | 41.36K | 1.58% |
Investment Income | 129.6K | 4.95% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 7.678K | 0.29% |
Total Revenue | 2.62M | 100.00% |
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