Mothers of the Amazon Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Form 990 Part III Line 1 - Organization MissionAt Mothers of the Amazon, we recognize that the health of our planet and the future of our children relies intrinsically on the protection of the Amazon rainforest and those who defend it.Our mission: Protect the Amazon Rainforest, its biodiversity and the health of its Indigenous communities for future generations.Mothers of the Amazon works on critical Indigenous-led initiatives focused on health, environmental conservation, cultural preservation and climate education.Our efforts are concentrated on biodiversity conservation, the safeguard of some of the most biodiverse areas on Earth and combating deforestation and environmental degradation that threaten this vital biome and the diverse Indigenous communities it sustains.
- Income
- $711,205
- Spending
- $723,966
- Spent on programs
- 73%
- Reserves
- 1.6 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 100%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 5
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
Fair: 53 out of 100. Higher than 16% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.6 months of spending.
Debt
10 of 20It owes 32% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 2% of income.
Income trend
10 of 15Income fell 1% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1573% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 14 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 83 out of 100. Higher than 58% of charities in its peer group (environment, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
18 of 252 of 3 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Independent check of accounts
6 of 15Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports 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 (5)
- $337,463 spent. Form 990 Part III Line 4c - Program Service AccomplishmentsLand Preservationa. We supported the Huni Kuin people of the Rio Humaita territory, State of Acre, Brazil, to secure a land of 50,659 acres adjacent to their demarcated territory that were under imminent threat. This property which represents 3,5 times the size of Manhattan is located in the heart of the largest contiguous territories of Uncontacted Communities in the world, who safeguard the most biodiverse areas on Earth. b. Local Governance: Throughout this process, MOTA also offered critical support to the Huni Kuin Federation (FEPHAC), Vakaynu Cooperative, Associao Dos Seringueros Kaxinawa Do Rio Jordao, and Associao Do Povo Inu Kuito strengthen their governance and administrative capacity, gaining greater autonomy.c. Monitoring: We continued monitoring threats to Indigenous territories in the State of Acre, Brazil, and shared these with Indigenous leaders.d. Project development: We developed a comprehensive framework of work for this pillar, establishing project objectives and components. We also refined project activities and designed a financial and fundraising strategy. e. Film production: We completed a short documentary The people of the blue bird about our pilot land preservation project with the Shanenawa People.
- $118,190 spent. Form 990 Part III Line 4a - Program Service AccomplishmentsWater ProgramWe completed the construction of the first pilot Water Tower in Mibaya, Praia do Carapan Region, State of Acre, Brazil serving over 100 people. These facilities integrate water storage and wastewater management while preserving traditional community gathering spaces for water-related activities such as fetching, washing, and bathing. The Water Towers complement previously built solar-powered wells, ensuring a continuous supply of clean water. Water is stored in stainless steel tanks and distributed to sinks and showers. Gray water from washing and bathing undergoes natural filtration through a series of charcoal-based and organic material filters, supported by water-absorbent plants. Additionally, we developed monitoring guidelines for the Water Towers and a behavioral change strategy for the overall Water Program. We also conducted water sampling from previously built wells for analysis in a certified laboratory.
- $57,800 spent. Form 990 Part III Line 4b - Program Service AccomplishmentsHealthAcre Climate Disaster Relief Fund: Through this initiative, we supported 2,238 people in the aftermath of extreme weather events that hit the State of Acre, Brazil. The Fund was deployed in 5 Indigenous Demarcated Territories in the State of Acre reaching the Huni Kuin, Yawanawa, Noke Koi, Inu Kui Ni, and Nawa Peoples in 19 villages. The support was across the following areas: conflict prevention, water safety, infrastructure, and food security.
- $12,548 spent. Form 990 Part III Line 4d - Program Service AccomplishmentsCultural Preservationa. We supported the construction of two new community centers in the Huni Kuin villages of Nova Vida and Mibaia, both in Praia do Carapana Indigenous Territory, State of Acre, Brazil. Additionally, we helped with the repair of two community centers that had been severely damaged after the floods of late 2023 - early 2024: in the village of Mutum in the Rio Gregorio territory, we successfully rebuilt a bridge leading to the community center, and in the village of Lago Lindo we rebuilt the roof of the community center that had been taken down. Community centers play a key role in the life of Indigenous communities. This is the place where they get together for communal activities, including decision-making and planification, preparing food, weaving and schooling.b. We designed the future School of Joy, which will be constructed in Mibaya, State of Acre, and created 3D modelling renderings for it.
- Form 990 Part III Line 4e - Program Service AccomplishmentsEducationAs we participated in NYC Climate Week for fundraising, we had the opportunity to organize an event. Mothers of the Amazon together with the University of Sao Paulo were invited to present our work to high school students, and shared skills to face the climate crisis.
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
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.
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 November 6, 2026.
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.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since January 2023.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
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 November 4, 2026.
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