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Northshore Riverwatch

EIN 85-3016870 · Folsom, LA

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceFair69 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Northshore Riverwatch works to conserve, preserve, and restore the water quality and ecological health of the rivers, wetlands, and waterways of Louisiana's Florida Parishes. We promote responsible floodplain management and sustainable development, support recreational access and enjoyment of our natural waters, and advance public understanding of the vital role these ecosystems play in our communities. Through education, advocacy, scientific study, conservation land donations, and enforcement of environmental protections, we strive to ensure that the natural and scenic rivers of the Northshore are protected for the public benefit.

Income
$831,664
Spending
$15,534
Spent on programs
54%
Reserves
Over 10 years of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 100%
Employees
0
Volunteers
20
Highest pay
$12,633, president and acting executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 36% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    4 of 4 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed 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 December 31, 2024, 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 (3)
  1. $6,316 spent. Waterway and Wetland Advocacy and Education Northshore Riverwatch monitors proposed development and permit applications affecting rivers, wetlands, and floodplains in the Florida Parishes. The organization educates the public about watershed protection and provides technical comments and testimony before local and federal agencies. During the year, Riverwatch submitted multiple public comments on wetland and floodplain projects, distributed educational materials via social media and community networks, and collaborated with residents to promote sustainable land use. All program activities are volunteer-driven. The Executive Director provides administrative oversight, compensated at $10 per hour when funds allow.
  2. $1,544 spent. Received donation of 60 acres of floodplain/wetlands for conservation with deed restrictions on development. Expense is for $1,250 Qualified Appraisal and 294 for time and travel.
  3. $505 spent. Assisting various communities in our area of interest with floodplain development issues and sewerage treatment issues. Providing factual information on flood risk, depth, and BMP for floodplain development.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 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 October 13, 2026.

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

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

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

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

    Recognized by the IRS since July 2023.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.

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