Totals
- Total revenue
- $290,379
- Total expenses
- $274,914
- Contributions and grants received
- $290,379
- Grants paid
- $20,068
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $0
- Other revenue
- $0
- Total assets, end of year
- $196,767
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets or fund balances, end of year
- $196,767
- Program services expenses (Part IX)
- $244,626
- Management and general expenses
- $29,546
- Fundraising expenses
- $742
- Program service expenses (Part III)
- $244,626
Program services were 89.0% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.
Line items
Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.
Revenue
Part VIII, the statement of revenue.
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1a · Federated campaigns
$0
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1b · Membership dues
$0
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1c · Fundraising events
$0
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1d · Related organizations
$0
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1e · Government grants (contributions)
$20,000
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1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants
$270,379
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1g · Noncash contributions included above
$17,750
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2f · All other program service revenue
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
-
3 · Investment income
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
-
4 · Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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5 · Royalties
total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0
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6c · Rental income or loss
real property $0 · personal property $0
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7c · Gain or loss
securities $0 · other assets $0
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8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c
$0
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11e · Other revenue, total
$0
Functional expenses
Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.
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1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments
total $0 · program services $0
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2 · Grants to domestic individuals
total $20,068 · program services $20,068
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3 · Grants to foreign organizations and individuals
total $0 · program services $0
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4 · Benefits paid to or for members
total $0 · program services $0
-
5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
total $72,021 · program services $61,884 · management and general $9,687 · fundraising $450
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6 · Compensation of disqualified persons
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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7 · Other salaries and wages
total $32,253 · program services $32,253 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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8 · Pension plan contributions
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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9 · Other employee benefits
total $1,183 · program services $0 · management and general $1,183 · fundraising $0
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10 · Payroll taxes
total $9,641 · program services $0 · management and general $9,641 · fundraising $0
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11a · Fees: management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11b · Fees: legal
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
11c · Fees: accounting
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11d · Fees: lobbying
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
11e · Fees: professional fundraising services
total $0 · fundraising $0
-
11f · Fees: investment management
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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11g · Fees: other
total $26,663 · program services $26,663 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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12 · Advertising and promotion
total $1,958 · program services $858 · management and general $968 · fundraising $132
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13 · Office expenses
total $2,283 · program services $877 · management and general $1,246 · fundraising $160
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14 · Information technology
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
15 · Royalties
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
16 · Occupancy
total $1,367 · program services $440 · management and general $927 · fundraising $0
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17 · Travel
total $3,700 · program services $3,700 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
18 · Travel or entertainment for public officials
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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20 · Interest
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
21 · Payments to affiliates
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization
total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
23 · Insurance
total $5,894 · program services $0 · management and general $5,894 · fundraising $0
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24a · Other expenses: Dragon Boat Team and Races
total $7,182 · program services $7,182 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
-
24b · Other expenses: Student Costs
total $31,910 · program services $31,910 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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24c · Other expenses: Youth Program Supplies, Trips, and Public Boating and Fishing
total $47,029 · program services $47,029 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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24d · Other expenses: Community Educational and Health Event Supplies
total $11,762 · program services $11,762 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0
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24e · All other expenses
total $0
Balance sheet
Part X, book values.
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1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing
beginning of year $181,302 · end of year $196,767
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2 · Savings and temporary cash investments
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
3 · Pledges and grants receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
4 · Accounts receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
5 · Loans and receivables from officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
6 · Loans and receivables from disqualified persons
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
7 · Other notes and loans receivable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
8 · Inventories for sale or use
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net
beginning of year $0
-
11 · Investments: publicly traded securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
12 · Investments: other securities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
13 · Investments: program-related
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
14 · Intangible assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
15 · Other assets
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
18 · Grants payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
19 · Deferred revenue
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
20 · Tax-exempt bond liabilities
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
21 · Escrow or custodial account liability
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
22 · Loans and payables to officers and key people
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
23 · Secured mortgages and notes payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
24 · Unsecured notes and loans payable
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
-
25 · Other liabilities
beginning of year $0
-
27 · Net assets without donor restrictions
beginning of year $181,302 · end of year $196,767
-
28 · Net assets with donor restrictions
beginning of year $0 · end of year $0
Mission and programs · 2024
Mission
Our mission is to uplift the well-being of the community through experiential nature-based programs. By providing hands-on environmental education to urban youth and adults, we empower leaders and cultivate a connection to the natural world and local watershed. We work tirelessly to ensure underserved communities can pursue meaningful outdoor experiences.
Activities or mission (Part I)
Our mission is to uplift the well-being of the community through experiential nature-based programs. By providing hands-on environmental education to urban youth and adults, we empower leaders and cultivate a connection to the natural world and local watershed. We work tirelessly to ensure underserved communities can pursue meaningful outdoor experiences and improve their health.
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Environmental Education - In 2024, Free Community Boating and Fishing were our largest programs. We taught 12,011 people in educational and recreational boating events. 8,562 attended Free Community Boating days, while the rest attended targeted events for underserved groups, educational tours, and cultural events. 2,128 children attended educational visits from 23 schools and 15 Rec Centers. 2,719 people attended Free Family Fishing fishing events and learned the basics of fishing, safety, water quality, and fish identification. Environmental education programs also included nature walks, birding, native plants, and more. Most programs are led by youth. but increased staff in 2024 allowed us to grow programs year round. All programs were free of charge for community members. Outreach is performed in 7+ languages to reach underserved communities. Free fishing rods, supplies, PFD's, binoculars, and gear are provided for all events. Our partnership with Riverways and PA State Parks was deepened as students learned water testing and interactive science on trips in the city and beyond. We completed 18 weeks of scientific water testing and taught students.
Expenses $99,618
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Community Health - Discovery Pathways organized 3 large community health fairs and a Southeast Asian Water Festival. Over 7,347 people attended these events. Events included healthy food, movement, games, dance, cooking, free seeds, gardening lessons, and health resources. Partners at these events included Greener Partners, Vetri Community, Spinco, Jefferson Refugee Health Partners, and more. We distributed over 11,000 pounds of free produce and related cooking recipes. DP also connected families to free food at local pantries and kitchens. All our programs are culturally relevant and we work to translate outreach and materials. Throughout the year, we distributed 2950 healthy meals to youth and families. We held 3 larger educational health events for the community that featured free food, health materials, exercise instruction, and more. We organized and led a series of cooking classes and healthy eating programs in multiple languages. Many of our students experience barriers to accessing healthy food. We've made it part of our mission to ensure that our students are fed every day of our program. In addition to the meals we also provided many more snacks throughout our programs. New food partnerships with Sharing Excess, Double Trellis, and Phila Parks and Recreation helped us provide more.
Expenses $40,504
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Youth Empowerment Program: 31 students completed all components of a Environmental Education and Empowerment Program. Students were trained in Work Ready skills. 100% earned badges in kayak instruction, water testing science, public speaking, and environmental stewardship. Students learned communication skills, teamwork, watershed science and history, birding, species identification, fishing and advocacy as they worked collaboratively over 9 intensive summer weeks. Students implemented passion projects that included murals, raps, and videos. Programs continued through the fall. New youth became quickly empowered as leaders and taught boating, fishing, safety in nature, and more. 197 students applied for our summer program and 185 attended at least one meeting and event. Students completed scientific Ecoli and bacteria water testing for 18 weeks. We led 13 trips outside of South Philly with our youth program. These include rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and team building. 3 new educational signs were installed in FDR Park by youth. Summer culminated in a 4-day camping trip with 27 youth and youth leaders. A new second camping trip was added for 20 students who didn't get into our full program. 9 graduating seniors received extensive support applying to college and 7 received full ride scholarships. Programs and student support have been extended to year-round in 2024.
Expenses $92,069
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Youth Dragon Boat Team and Health Program - In 2024 we finally launched our youth Dragon Boat Racing Team. 57 youth came to practices, with a core group of 38 youth regularly attending. We break down all barriers to access, providing everything free including clothes, equipment, race entry, and more. Land workouts began in March and continued through December. All students were new to this cultural sport and 90% were new to any exercise programs. The youth exceeded all expectations and won the regional Youth Cup, 2 gold medals, and a silver medal. Practices increased to 4 times a week for much of the summer and fall. In addition to practices at FDR Park and the Schuylkill River, exercise continued in local parks and Rec Centers. 5 students were even invited to try out for Team USA. No students are cut based on physical skills, and instead we prioritize dedication and commitment to the team.
Expenses $12,435
As filed on the 2024 return. The filer continues this part on Schedule O, which is not shown here.
Listed in Part VII
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Adam Forbes
Executive Director
- Total calculated
- $72,021
- From this org
- $72,021
- From related orgs
- $0
- Other
- $0
- Hours/week
- 45
-
Alden Towler
Board President
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 2
-
Will Conly - Dwyer
Treasurer
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 2
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Naw Doh
Vice President
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 2
-
Kline Swonger
Secretary
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 1
-
Soriya Or
Board Director
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 2
-
Jo-ann Howard
Board Member
- Total calculated
- $0
- Hours/week
- 2
Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those.
Grants on this return
No itemized grants to organizations on this return.
Provenance
- Return type
- form_990
- Tax year
- 2024
- Filed
- 12 February 2025
- IRS schema version
- 2024v5.0
- Source object
- 202540489349301629
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