irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $0Directed legal and technical resources to address specific issues related to first accomplishment.
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Cell Tower Opposition Campaign
Advocacy initiative to prevent the construction of a 120-foot wireless tower in Indian Hill Park, including public outreach, expert consultations, and presentation of low-impact alternatives to the Town Planning Board.
Environmental Education
Program highlighting native species and ecological importance of Indian Hill Park, including salamanders, frogs, and wildflowers, to raise public awareness and support for conservation.
Historical Awareness Initiative
Effort to educate the public about the Native American history of Indian Hill, including the 1644 massacre and the legacy of Chief Katonah, to underscore the cultural significance of the land.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Local Land Conservation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocating against development and industrial infrastructure in Indian Hill ParkOrganizes community efforts and participates in planning board meetings to oppose development threats to Indian Hill Park, including advocating for low-impact alternatives to large industrial wireless towers and raising public awareness about environmental and cultural impacts.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Conducting educational and awareness-raising events about environmental and cultural resourcesHosts and promotes events such as Earth Day, Zero Emissions Day, International Migratory Bird Day, the Summer Solstice, and the anniversary of the Indian Hill Massacre to increase public awareness of ecological sustainability, biodiversity, and cultural history.
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Nature Preserve Management and Public Access 1 activity
- Conserving and maintaining natural and cultural resources in Indian Hill ParkConducts on-the-ground conservation, maintenance, and enhancement of the park’s natural, cultural, historical, and recreational resources, including habitat preservation for rare species such as the Dusky Salamander and native plants like Claytonia virginica.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$0
Contributions & grants$0—
Program service revenue$0—
Investment income$0—
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$0
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$0
Cash$400
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$0
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue -100.0%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022
Who runs it
board members · 2
- Ellis Cousens — Director
- Susan Hoffman — Director
relationships · 8
Who they work with
- Bedford Planning Board Partner — Presented a low-impact alternative solution proposal for a wireless tower development.
- Gunnerson Consulting Partner — Prepared and presented a comprehensive plan to the Town of Bedford Planning Board on January 25, 2021, outlining low-impact wireless infrastructure solutions for Indian Hill Park.
- Mianus Gorge Preserve Network — Early organizational affiliation with a regional conservation entity focused on land preservation.
- Town of Bedford Government — Collaborates with the Town of Bedford Planning Board on land use and development issues.
- Town of Bedford Government — Engages with the Town of Bedford’s Planning Board and Town Board regarding wireless facility placement and open space preservation in Indian Hill Park.
- Town of Bedford Government — Local government entity with whom the conservancy engages regarding park protection and management decisions.
- Town of Bedford Planning Board Government — Participates in meetings with the Town of Bedford Planning Board to address cell tower placement proposals.
- Town of Bedford Planning Board Government — Participates in meetings with the Town of Bedford Planning Board to address community development proposals.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Engaged Planning and Local Advocacymethodology: community-engaged-planningBy participating in local planning processes, the organization influences infrastructure and development decisions affecting Indian Hill Park, because inclusive, informed civic engagement ensures conservation priorities are integrated into policy and land-use outcomes.
- Ecosystem Interdependence and Indicator-Based Conservationmethodology: ecosystem_interdependenceBy treating the forest as an interconnected system and monitoring indicator species like migratory birds, the organization assesses and promotes ecosystem health, because changes in key species reflect broader ecological conditions and guide effective habitat protection.
- Environmental Restoration as Core Conservation Practicemethodology: environmental_restorationBy focusing on active environmental restoration, the organization repairs existing ecological damage to improve habitat resilience, because reversing past harm is necessary to achieve long-term biodiversity and ecosystem function.
- Low-Impact Infrastructure and Development Advocacymethodology: low-impact_development_advocacyBy advocating for low-impact wireless infrastructure and development alternatives, the organization minimizes environmental and visual disruption to Indian Hill Park, because preserving the park’s natural and historical character is essential to long-term ecological and community well-being.
- Public Awareness Through Symbolic and Seasonal Engagementmethodology: behavioral_engagement_through_symbolic_actionBy using symbolic actions, seasonal astronomical events, and public awareness campaigns (e.g., for honey bees), the organization fosters public connection to nature, because accessible, emotionally resonant experiences drive sustainable behavior change and support for conservation.