named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Erskine Place Cleanup
Regular cleanup events at Erskine Place in Co-op City to remove accumulated trash and improve river access points, preventing litter from entering the Hutchinson River.
HRRP EcoTour
River boat tours that educate the public about the Hutchinson River’s history, ecology, and restoration efforts, encouraging community involvement and environmental awareness.
Hutchinson River Pollution Study
Conducts water and soil sampling near industrial and commercial sites to analyze chemical contaminants and their impact on the river’s ecosystem, in partnership with community organizations and environmental advocates.
Pelham Bay Shoreline Cleanup
Collaborative cleanup with NYC H2O to remove over half a ton of trash from Pelham Bay Park’s shoreline, protecting the Hutchinson River watershed from pollution.
Split Rock Invasive Cleanup
Cleanup event at Split Rock in Pelham Bay Park focused on removing invasive species and large-scale trash, including abandoned items like mattresses and bicycles, to restore natural areas.
Twin Lakes Invasive Cleanup
Partners with the Westchester Parks Foundation to remove invasive plant species threatening native vegetation and restore ecological balance along the Twin Lakes waterway.
Winter Walk Series
Seasonal guided hikes along the Hutchinson River that connect participants with local history, ecology, and conservation efforts, fostering community engagement.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Lake and River Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocate for the ecological health of the Hutchinson RiverMonitors conditions along the river and advocates for improvements, including identifying pollution sources such as broken sewer lines that contribute to high bacteria levels in the river.
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Lake and Watershed Monitoring & Assessment 1 activity
- Conduct environmental monitoring and contamination researchPerforms water and soil sampling near industrial and commercial sites to identify chemical contaminants and assess ecological risks to the Hutchinson River and its shoreline.
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Community Stewardship Volunteer Programs 1 activity
- Organize volunteer cleanup events along the Hutchinson River and its shorelineConducts regular trash and debris removal events at sites including Pelham Bay Park, Split Rock, Erskine Place in Co-op City, and other locations along the river, engaging community volunteers to prevent pollution and improve access to nature. Events have removed thousands of pounds of garbage, with documented cleanups occurring annually since at least 2016.
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Onsite & Outreach Environmental Education Programs 1 activity
- Provide public education through guided walks, tours, and workshopsOrganizes educational events including guided winter walks, EcoTours via river boat, hikes to the Pelham landfill summit, and public forums to teach about the ecological and historical significance of the Hutchinson River, native habitat restoration, and HRRP’s work.
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Watershed Conservation & Stewardship 1 activity
- Restore and enhance the ecological health of the Hutchinson RiverWorks to reduce pollution, improve water quality, protect wildlife and habitats, and promote public access to the Hutchinson River through on-the-ground restoration and stewardship activities.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$176K
Contributions & grants$176K100%
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Investment income——
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expenses
Total expenses$114K
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Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$30K
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balance sheet
Total assets$115K
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Net assets$115K
4 years on record · 2022–2025 · YoY revenue +176.7%
relationships · 14
Who they work with
- American Littoral Society Partner — Receives annual cleanup data reports from the Hutchinson River Restoration Project for environmental monitoring.
- Coffee Labs Partner — Provided burlap bags for the invasive species cleanup event.
- Environmental Leaders of Color from Mt. Vernon Partner — Collaborates with HRRP to engage young environmental advocates in pollution monitoring and stewardship efforts.
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform to share photos and engage participants from the shoreline cleanup event.
- Long Island Sound Community Impact Fund Funder — Provided financial support for the Hutchinson River pollution study.
- NYC H2O Partner — Collaborated on a shoreline cleanup event in Pelham Bay Park.
- NYC H2O Partner — Partnered with NYC H2O for a shoreline cleanup at Pelham Bay Park.
- NYC H2O Partner — Partnered with NYC H2O on a shoreline cleanup in Pelham Bay Park and plans for future restoration and cleanup efforts.
- New York City Department of Sanitation Government — Partnered with HRRP to collect and dispose of garbage removed during the Split Rock cleanup.
- Ocean Conservancy Partner — Receives annual cleanup data reports from the Hutchinson River Restoration Project for environmental monitoring.
- Save the Sound Partner — Collaborated on water quality testing and reporting in the Sound area
- Section 5 Pizza Partner — Donated pizza for volunteers during the Erskine Place cleanup event.
- Westchester Parks Foundation Partner — Collaborated on an invasive species removal project at Twin Lakes.
- Westchester Parks Foundation Partner — Partnered on an invasive species removal project at Twin Lakes.
strategies · 4
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 Restorationmethodology: community-engaged_restorationBy involving local communities in hands-on restoration activities such as cleanups and invasive species removal, the organization fosters stewardship and ensures lasting ecological and social impact because community ownership increases public investment and long-term care for the river.
- Education and Cultural Narrative Integrationmethodology: cultural_historical_engagementBy integrating experiential education, cultural history, and guided walks, the organization increases public awareness and behavioral engagement in restoration because connecting people to the river’s ecological and historical significance fosters deeper, sustained stewardship.
- Monitoring-Informed Advocacymethodology: monitoring_and_advocacyBy monitoring water quality and reporting findings publicly, the organization identifies pollution sources and drives infrastructure improvements and policy action because data transparency creates accountability and motivates community and governmental response.
- Restoration Through Invasive Species and Waste Removalmethodology: ecosystem_restoration_through_interventionBy removing invasive species and physical waste from the Hutchinson River watershed, the organization directly restores native habitats and improves water quality because eliminating these stressors allows native biodiversity and ecosystem functions to recover.