Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc
The mission of F3ST is to connect mountain communities in western North Carolina through the Fonta Flora State Trail to promote physical health, mental wellness, economic development, and …
Friends of the Fonta Flora State Trail
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1. Old Fort Park and rail Complex: Phase I & II - Funded by a PARTF Grant, McDowell County, the Town of Old Fort, McDowell Trails Association, and Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail were awarded $660,000 for Phase I, which will include 100 parking spaces, restrooms, a picnic pavilion, and a dog park. In 2023, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a $125,000 RTP Grant for a 1.1-mile trail extension to connect USFS Gateway Trails and to get pedestrian and bicycle traffic off a dangerous section of Highway 70. Finally, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a CTP Land Acquisition Grant worth $88,000 to purchase a crucial piece of land for the trailhead entry road. …
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The mission of F3ST is to connect mountain communities in western North Carolina through the Fonta Flora State Trail to promote physical health, mental wellness, economic development, and outdoor recreation with trail partners for the enjoyment and education of all people.
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyFriends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is a registered human services nonprofit based in Marion, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2019 and has been operating for 7 years. Its EIN is 844922798. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $255K in annual revenue. 125 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 844922798. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 82% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for human services charities in United States is 90/100.
Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is located in Marion, NC, United States. The organization was established in 2019 and has been active for 7 years.
Based on official tax filings, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc has $255K in annual revenue. It allocates 82% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 93% for human services charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $3M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is classified as a Human Services organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $255K in annual revenue. The organization has 125 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 82% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 93%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
1. Old Fort Park and rail Complex: Phase I & II - Funded by a PARTF Grant, McDowell County, the Town of Old Fort, McDowell Trails Association, and Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail were awarded $660,000 for Phase I, which will include 100 parking spaces, restrooms, a picnic pavilion, and a dog park. In 2023, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a $125,000 RTP Grant for a 1.1-mile trail extension to connect USFS Gateway Trails and to get pedestrian and bicycle traffic off a dangerous section of Highway 70. Finally, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a CTP Land Acquisition Grant worth $88,000 to purchase... Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is classified as a human services organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2019.
Among human services charities registered in United States: It allocates 82% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $255K is below the peer average of $3M.
Yes, donations to Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 844922798, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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FRIENDS OF FONTA FLORA STATE TRAIL INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Officers & trustees (25)
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- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 125 disclosed in the public registry.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 125 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 2019
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc
- What is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc?
- Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc is a human services supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Marion, United States. 1. Old Fort Park and rail Complex: Phase I & II - Funded by a PARTF Grant, McDowell County, the Town of Old Fort, McDowell Trails Association, and Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail were awarded $660,000 for Phase I, which will include 100 parking spaces, restrooms, a picnic pavilion, and a dog park. In 2023, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a $125,000 RTP Grant for a 1.1-mile trail extension to connect USFS Gateway Trails and to get pedestrian and bicycle traffic off a dangerous section of Highway 70. Finally, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a CTP Land Acquisition Grant worth $88,000 to purchase a crucial piece of land for the trailhead entry road. 2. Planning the Trail: McDowell County Feasibility Study - in 2022, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail was awarded a $90,000 Dogwood Health Trust Grant for a feasibility study on unplanned segments of the Fonta Flora State Trail in McDowell County. Since McDowell County does not have a designated trail planner, Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail stepped in to help. The feasibility study has identified a 33-mile linear corridor as the preferred route of the Fonta Flora State Trail in McDowell County and will enter into the public input phase of the project in late 2023. 3. Retrofitting Infrastructure: Canal Bridge - The Canal Bridge Project in Burke County will connect the two sections of Lake James State Park, providing safe pedestrian and bike access to a locally used unsanctioned route. A road diet will accommodate a 5 ft. raised concrete sidepath and the bike safety barrier to the existing bridge. Canal Bridge has long served as a connective roadblock to building an additional 4 miles of Fonta Flora State Trail. Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail is partnering with Burke Couty and Overmountain Victory State Trail on this co-located opportunity.
- When was Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc founded?
- Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc was founded in 2019.
- Who leads Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc?
- Edward Phillips serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc located?
- Headquartered in Marion, NC, United States.
- What is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 82% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc trustworthy?
- Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 844922798.
- What is Friends of Fonta Flora State Trail Inc's website?
- https://www.fontaflorastatetrail.com/