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Nature for All

EIN 83-1265253 · Monterey Park, CA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood70 out of 100GovernanceStrong95 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

NATURE FOR ALL BUILDS A DIVERSE BASE OF SUPPORT TO ENSURE THAT EVERYONE IN THE LOSANGELES AREA HAS EQUITABLE ACCESS TO THE WIDE RANGE OF BENEFITS WHICH NATUREPROVIDES. WE'RE COMMITTED TO BUILDING SUPPORT TO PROTECT, CREATE ACCESS TO OURFORESTS, RIVERS, AND PARKS, AND DEVELOPING A NEW DIVERSE GENERATION OF ENVIRONMENTALLEADERS AND STEWARDS WHO CONNECT TO AND CARE FOR OUR PUBLIC LANDS.

Income
$2.5 million
Spending
$2.3 million
Spent on programs
84%
Reserves
4.2 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 54%
Employees
38
Volunteers
12
Highest pay
$134,539, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 70 out of 100. Higher than 39% of charities in its peer group (environment, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 4.2 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 44% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 6% of income.

  • Income trend

    10 of 15

    Income fell 2% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    84% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 95 out of 100. Higher than 55% of charities in its peer group (environment, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $2.0 million spent. During the fiscal year, Nature for All advanced its mission while achieving significant programmatic growth, supported by renewed funding and new contracts focused on expanding equitable access to outdoor education and recreation. The organization prioritizes engaging communities in some of the most densely populated and park-poor areas of Los Angeles County, delivering programs that foster meaningful connections between participants, community leaders, and coalition partners.Since its inception through June 30, 2025, Nature for All has engaged more than 4,750 community members through its Leadership Development trainings, All Aboard for Nature trips, and Outdoor Equity programming.Nature for All provides Angelenos with transformational, educational, and culturally relevant experiences in nature that promote connection, stewardship, and civic engagement. During the reporting period, the organization served approximately 2,455 participants across Los Angeles County through outdoor programs, leadership development, and advocacy initiatives.Through our Leadership Ladder, Nature for All trained and supported 395 emerging leaders, equipping them with the tools and knowledge to advance from program participants to community advocates and organizers. Of these, 21 individuals assumed leadership roles by facilitating outings, leading community events, or participating in advocacy efforts.Nature for All hosted Train-the-Trainer (T2T) sessions with over 25 participants and organized approximately 35 All Aboard for Nature trips, engaging over 1,830 community members in our outdoor access trips and educational tours. These programs reduced real and perceived barriers to outdoor access by providing free, inclusive, and culturally relevant experiences, which increased participant comfort in outdoor spaces and fostered a stronger sense of belonging in nature.Stewardship and advocacy remain central to the organizations work. During the year, 200 participants engaged in stewardship activitiessuch as community clean-ups, forest clean-ups, and "Leave No Trace" conservation education dayswithin the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument. Additionally, 65 community members, including coalition partners, participated in advocacy efforts related to public lands and environmental justice. These efforts included engagement in federal initiatives to protect and implement the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument, as well as federal, state and local campaigns focused on public land defense initiatives and equitable access to parks and water resources in local urban communities.Nature for All also contributed to broader movement-building efforts at the intersection of urban and wild spaces, supporting policies and initiatives that address the wildland-urban interface and expand equitable access to nature. Through these efforts, the organization continues to build a diverse base of leaders and community members committed to environmental stewardship and long-term systems change across Los Angeles County.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since November 2019.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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