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North Carolina Urban Forest Council

The mission of the council is to advocate the sustainability of north carolina's urban forests through the use of economic, human, and environmental resources. The council, in pursuit …

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65/100 · methodology

About North Carolina Urban Forest Council

The north carolina urban forest council organizes, hosts, and conducts at least six carolina canopy workshops in various locations across the state to maximize convenience for our members. Topics vary depending on the area. The north carolina urban forest council organizes an annual 3-day conference hosted in different locations across the state. We partner with industry trade associations and co-sponsor other tree-related events, activities, and workshops across the state. The north carolina urban forest council administers the legacy tree fund, which takes donations for tree planting. Funds are distributed to qualifying communities through a competitive grant process.

Founded
Headquarters
Raleigh, NC
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
C30
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2006

Mission

The mission of the council is to advocate the sustainability of north carolina's urban forests through the use of economic, human, and environmental resources. The council, in pursuit of its stated mission, aims to meet the following goals: a) inform and educate council members and the general public about the proper care of trees and their environment and economic value, b) promote high standards of professionalism and provide professional education to individuals and organizations involved in the care and preservation of trees, c) promote the compliance with professional standards of arboriculture and urban forestry management practices, d) engage in partnership building and advocacy while monitoring and pursing issues that concern urban forest sustainability, e) support, encourage, and communicate continued urban forestry and arboricultural research.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar environment in United States
Program spending This charity: 51%
Peer average: 72%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 20.25%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 65
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 20.7% of total expenses ($58,426 of $282,599).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)
$0.51
Program$0.51

GiveRadar Analysis

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GiveRadar's verified records show North Carolina Urban Forest Council with a complete profile, sourced from the IRS.

  • It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
  • It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
  • GiveRadar's profile for North Carolina Urban Forest Council draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical environment charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
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  • government registration
  • financial records (4 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
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Common questions

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North Carolina Urban Forest Council is a registered environment nonprofit based in Raleigh, NC, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1996 and has been operating for 30 years. Its EIN is 561962469. 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 65/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $289K in annual revenue. 65 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

North Carolina Urban Forest Council's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 561962469. 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.

North Carolina Urban Forest Council has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65/100. 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 65 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United States is 90/100.

North Carolina Urban Forest Council is located in Raleigh, NC, United States. The organization was established in 1996 and has been active for 30 years.

Based on official tax filings, North Carolina Urban Forest Council has $289K in annual revenue. It allocates 51% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 72% for environment charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $2M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

North Carolina Urban Forest Council is classified as an Environment organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $289K in annual revenue. The organization has 65 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for North Carolina Urban Forest Council. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

According to GiveRadar's records, North Carolina Urban Forest Council 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 51% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 72%). 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.

The north carolina urban forest council organizes, hosts, and conducts at least six carolina canopy workshops in various locations across the state to maximize convenience for our members. Topics vary depending on the area. The north carolina urban forest council organizes an annual 3-day conference hosted in different locations across the state. We partner with industry trade associations and co-sponsor other tree-related events, activities, and workshops across the state. The north carolina urban forest council administers the legacy tree fund, which takes donations for tree planting. Funds are distributed to qualifying communities through a competitive grant process. North Carolina Urban Forest Council is classified as an environment organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1996.

Among environment charities registered in United States: It allocates 51% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 72%. Its annual revenue of $289K is below the peer average of $2M.

Yes, donations to North Carolina Urban Forest Council are generally tax-deductible in the United States. North Carolina Urban Forest Council is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 561962469, 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.

Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
51% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2023) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

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Staff & volunteers

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Employees
2

Leadership

From FY2023 filing

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Kim S••••••••
Executive Director

Officers & trustees (25)

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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
Environment this charity 30,143
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

Sources and verification

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2023 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 65 disclosed in the public registry.

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 12, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2023 on record
  • Named leadership · 65 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1996
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about North Carolina Urban Forest Council

What is North Carolina Urban Forest Council?
North Carolina Urban Forest Council is a environment publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Raleigh, United States. The north carolina urban forest council organizes, hosts, and conducts at least six carolina canopy workshops in various locations across the state to maximize convenience for our members. Topics vary depending on the area. The north carolina urban forest council organizes an annual 3-day conference hosted in different locations across the state. We partner with industry trade associations and co-sponsor other tree-related events, activities, and workshops across the state. The north carolina urban forest council administers the legacy tree fund, which takes donations for tree planting. Funds are distributed to qualifying communities through a competitive grant process.
When was North Carolina Urban Forest Council founded?
North Carolina Urban Forest Council was founded in 1996.
Who leads North Carolina Urban Forest Council?
Kim Strazisar serves as Executive Director.
Where is North Carolina Urban Forest Council located?
Headquartered in Raleigh, NC, United States.
What is North Carolina Urban Forest Council's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 51% of expenses go to program services.
Is North Carolina Urban Forest Council trustworthy?
North Carolina Urban Forest Council has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 65 out of 100 (Partial 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 North Carolina Urban Forest Council's registration number?
IRS EIN: 561962469.
What is North Carolina Urban Forest Council's website?
http://www.ncufc.org