named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Biodiversity Assessment Handbook for New York City
Lavishly illustrated handbook documenting species in the NYC area, published in collaboration with the American Museum of Natural History and available online for free.
Biodiversity Resources Center (BRC)
Umbrella program providing habitat maps, natural resource inventories, workshops, and conservation planning materials to support land-use decision-making in the Hudson Valley.
Surveying Newtown Creek
Collaborative survey with the Newtown Creek Alliance to document plant species at this Superfund site, culminating in a public field guide.
Urban Biodiversity: The Natural History of the New Jersey Meadowlands
20-year research study documenting urban biodiversity in the New Jersey Meadowlands, resulting in a published volume co-authored by Hudsonia scientists.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Wildlife Monitoring and Field Research 2 activities
- Conducts ecological research and field scienceCarries out long-term field research on plants, animals, and ecosystems, with a focus on biodiversity, rare species, habitat change, and climate impacts in the Northeast. Research includes species surveys, habitat mapping, and studies of invasive species and human-environment interactions.
- Provides habitat assessments and ecological consulting servicesConducts biodiversity surveys, habitat assessments, and ecological evaluations for public agencies, NGOs, private landowners, and municipalities. Services include townwide habitat mapping, Natural Resource Inventories, and review of environmental documents for permitting processes.
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Academic Research Dissemination 1 activity
- Produces and disseminates scientific publications and educational resourcesAuthors and publishes scientific papers, books, reports, field guides, and fact sheets on regional biodiversity and ecological conditions. Makes research accessible through public brochures, online publications, and distribution tools.
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Land Acquisition and Conservation Easements 1 activity
- Supports land conservation through land acquisition and stewardshipEngages in targeted land acquisition and stewardship planning to protect native woodlands in the Hudson Valley, having preserved over 1,200 acres since 2020 through partnerships with land trusts and state agencies.
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Nonprofit Internship Programs 1 activity
- Trains early-career scientists and conservation practitionersOffers training programs, internships, and workshops for early-career scientists, land use decision-makers, and environmental professionals through the Biodiversity Resources Center and research project participation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$402K
Contributions & grants$126K31%
Program service revenue$275K68%
Investment income$-40-0%
Other revenue$1K
expenses
Total expenses$429K
Program expenses51%
Admin / overhead47%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$313K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$162K
Cash$68K
Investments$0
Liabilities$120K
Net assets$41K
Liquid reserves1.9 mo
4 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +5.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ERIK KIVIAT | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $43K |
board members · 7
- AMY KIRK — DIRECTOR
- ANN GABLER — INTERIM CHAI
- ARVINDH RAO — DIRECTOR
- ENRIQUE DIAZ-ALVAREZ — TREASURER
- JIM GLOMB — DIRECTOR
- MARK LINDEMAN — SECRETARY
- MEGAN DUNDAS — DIRECTOR
relationships · 24
Who they work with
- 1% for the Planet Network — Hudsonia Ltd is a member of the 1% for the Planet network, committing a portion of sales to environmental causes.
- American Museum of Natural History Partner — Published the 'Biodiversity Assessment Handbook for New York City' in collaboration with Hudsonia Ltd.
- Bard College Partner — Collaborated with a Bard College graduate and volunteers on a 2013–2014 goldenclub survey in the Hudson River marshes.
- Bard College Partner — Collaboration at the Bard College Field Station on South Tivoli Bay in Annandale.
- Biodiversity Resources Center Partner — Collaborates with the Biodiversity Resources Center to deliver training programs for environmental policy-makers and practitioners.
- Environmental Cooperative of Vassar Barns Partner — Commissioned the creation of a biodiversity map for the City of Poughkeepsie.
- Government Government — Provides environmentally beneficial services to government agencies.
- Hudson River Watershed Alliance Partner — Hudsonia-affiliated organization (BRC) was nominated for an award by the Hudson River Watershed Alliance, indicating a professional partnership or recognition.
- Hudson Valley Farm Hub Partner — Hudsonia participated in the Hudson Valley Farm Hub's Women in Ecology Series, indicating a collaborative educational or outreach partnership.
- Marist College Partner — Collaborated with Hudsonia Ltd on the Dutchess County Habitat Mapper, including GIS students and instructor Don Meltz who published the habitat data to an online platform.
- NYS DEC’s Hudson River Estuary Program Partner — Co-produced a biodiversity report on the Lower Esopus Creek with the Kingston/Ulster Hudsonia Biodiversity Assessment Group.
- Newtown Creek Alliance Partner — Collaborated on plant species survey and documentation at the Newtown Creek Superfund site.
- Nonprofit Organizations Partner — Provides environmentally beneficial services to other nonprofit organizations.
- Not specified Partner — Collaborated with other researchers and institutions on ecological research and publications.
- Radio Kingston Partner — Staff members from Hudsonia have been featured guests on Radio Kingston’s Nature Nuggets program, indicating an outreach or media partnership.
- Winnakee Land Trust Partner — Collaborates on land protection efforts, including preserving forests for clean water.
- Woodstock Land Conservancy Partner — Erik and Gretchen from Hudsonia were honored by the Woodstock Land Conservancy, indicating a collaborative or recognized relationship.
- businesses Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- citizens’ groups Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- foundations Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- government agencies Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- landowners Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- nonprofit organizations Funder — Funds Hudsonia projects
- regional land-use decision makers Partner — Provides ecological data to public and private land-use decision makers for use in planning.
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.
- Citizen and Collaborative Science Engagementmethodology: citizen_science_engagementBy engaging citizen scientists and academic partners, we enhance conservation research quality and public integration because participatory data collection and open-access platforms broaden scientific reach and utility.
- Equitable Access to Conservation Science and Benefitsmethodology: equity_in_conservationBy building local knowledge, disseminating information to decision-makers, and focusing on urban green space, we advance equitable conservation outcomes because inclusive science and access to nature strengthen community engagement and environmental justice.
- Field-Based Research with Practical Feedback Loopsmethodology: research_practice_feedback_loopBy conducting curiosity-driven and urban-focused field research, we generate actionable science because real-world data informs both theoretical knowledge and on-the-ground management solutions through continuous feedback between study and practice.
- Long-Term Ecological Stewardship and Data Integrationmethodology: long_term_stewardshipBy integrating long-term ecological data and producing durable scientific reports, we support future conservation efforts because sustained data utility enables adaptive management and intergenerational knowledge transfer.
- Science-Based Decision-Making for Conservationmethodology: science_based_decision_makingBy using objective scientific research and customized assessments, we produce more effective environmental decisions because ecological data enables balanced trade-offs between human development and species survival.