Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute
Chihuahuan Desert Research Institute
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of CDRI is to promote public awareness, appreciation, and concern for nature generally and the natural diversity of the Chihuahuan Desert region specifically through education, the visitor experience, and the support of research. The CDRI is an independent nonprofit organization established in 1973 by a number of concerned professionals. The mission of the CDRI is accomplished primarily through educational activities with children and adults via formal programs and tailored activities, and by successfully operating a feature rich Nature Center, Botanical Garden mining exhibit, 5+ miles of hiking trails, a gift shop, and a cactus/succulent greenhouse, hosting nearly 15,000 visitors p.a. We are open nearly every day of the year.
About
Nature Center/Gardens/Public Outreach Program: CDRI operates from a 507 acre site named the Chihuahuan Desert Nature Center. The Nature Center contains a wide range of features including: i) a 20 acre botanical and pollinator garden, ii) a cactus house, iii) over 5 miles of trails including a canyon with a year round spring and pools and an overlook trail featuring one of three geologic exhibits at the Nature Center, iv) a mining exhibit, v) a visitor center with a well merchandised gift shop and vi) a bird blind with a year round water feature. CDRI offers annual memberships of varying levels and benefits to nearly 450 members and hosts over 14,000 visitors annually to its site. CDRI employs two full time personnel: the Executive Director and gardener, and 3-4 part time personnel, depending on seasonal demands. CDRI also utilizes the help of volunteer Host Campers throughout the year. Consistent with its mission, CDRI offers educational programs for Grades Pre-K through 8th, all free to Region 18 students, in addition to adult workshops and the Conant Lecture program (2x annually), also free of admission fees. There are 2 fundraiser events each year: The Cactus & Succulent Sale and the Cookout & Auction, with the Cookout/Auction being the principal fundraiser.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as indicated in the filing, is “The mission of the chihuahuan desert research institute is to promote public awareness, appreciation, and concern for nature generally and the natural diversity of the chihuahuan desert region specifically, through education, the visitor experience, and through the support of research.”.
When detailing its duties, they were outlined as: “The mission of the chihuahuan desert research institute is to promote public awareness, appreciation, and concern for nature generally and the natural diversity of the chihuahuan desert region specifically, through education, the visitor experience, and through the support of research.”.
- The non-profit has reported their operating state as TX, as required by law.
- As stated in the filing, the non-profit's address in 2020 was PO Box 905, Fort Davis, TX, 79734.
- The non-profit's form for the year 2020 reports a total of 7 employees on their payroll.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Collects art.
- Does not provide credit counseling.
- Does not have foreign activities.
- Is not a donor-advised fund.
- Is not a private foundation.
- Expenses are between $250,000 and $500,000.
- Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
- Revenue less expenses is $306,284.
- The CEO's salary policy within the organization is established through a review process by an impartial entity.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 11 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1974.
- The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
- The organization is required to file Schedule B.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $148,071 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $1,642 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has fundraising events.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.