named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Meeting
Gathering of forestry professionals and students for networking, continuing education, and award presentations, held annually across New York State.
Awards Program
Recognizes individuals and groups for significant contributions to forestry in New York State, including the Fellow designation as a top professional honor.
Find a Forester
Resource connecting landowners and the public with qualified professionals, promoting Certified Foresters and those in the NYS DEC Cooperating Forester Program.
Forest Policy Advocacy
NYSAF's Policy Committee develops position statements and provides science-based guidance to legislators on forest management issues, including climate policy and sustainable forestry practices.
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Advancing sustainable forest management in New York StateEngages in efforts to promote and support sustainable forestry practices across New York State, grounded in professional standards and stewardship principles.
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Environmental Policy Advocacy & Litigation 1 activity
- Advocating for science-based forest policyEngages in advocacy by providing science-based guidance to federal, state, and local policymakers and submitting formal input on key environmental plans, such as the New York Climate Action Council Draft Scoping Plan.
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Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
- Supporting professional development and recognition in forestryFosters a network of over 350 professional and student members across sectors and presents annual awards to individuals and organizations for outstanding contributions to forestry in New York State.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$86K
Contributions & grants$9K10%
Program service revenue$69K81%
Investment income$50%
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expenses
Total expenses$98K
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Fundraising—
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balance sheet
Total assets$118K
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Net assets$118K
3 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue -12.5%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 7
- David Newman — Board of Directors Member
- Emily Reichert — Board of Directors Member
- Gabe DeBrita — Board of Directors Member
- Nicholas Sicilliano — Board of Directors Member
- Rebecca McBride — Board of Directors Member
- Theresa Draves — Board of Directors Member
- Timothy Yeatts — Board of Directors Member
relationships · 2
Who they work with
- New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Partner — Collaborates with the NYS DEC Cooperating Forester Program to support forest management on private lands
- Society of American Foresters Network — State chapter of the national Society of American Foresters
strategies · 2
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.
- Ecosystem-Based Forest Management for Multifunctional Outcomes 11 orgsmethodology: ecosystem-based managementBy managing forests as integrated ecosystems, we simultaneously support clean water supply, biodiversity, and timber production, because ecosystem-based management recognizes the interdependence of ecological services and human needs.shared approach: Nature-Based Systems Change →
- Sustainable Forest Management for Intergenerational Benefit 11 orgsmethodology: sustainable-forest-managementBy applying sustainable forest management practices, we ensure the long-term ecological and resource health of forests, thereby maintaining or enhancing environmental, economic, and social benefits for future generations, because responsible stewardship balances present needs with future resilience.shared approach: Nature-Based Systems Change →