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Tennessee Naturalist Program

On june 20, 2011, the tennessee naturalist program became a 501(c)(3) education training course designed to introduce the natural history of tennessee to interested adults. The mission is …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
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About Tennessee Naturalist Program

In 2021 tennessee naturalists and tnp students contributed over five thousand volunteer hours, providing education, citizen science, stewardship and service dedicated to the appreciation, understanding and beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. Certified tennessee naturalist program participants are prepared to lead guided hikes, participate in conservation projects and biodiversity inventories. They have the skills necessary to organize and lead interpretive programs. Tennessee naturalists have performed thousands of hours of volunteer service in tennessee state parks, state natural areas, and wildlife management areas. They also serve at nature centers, national parks, city parks, arboretums, discovery centers, twra, nature conservancies, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, environmental nonprofits and other nature focused organizations.

Headquarters
Franklin, TN
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
C60
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
micro

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2012

Mission

On june 20, 2011, the tennessee naturalist program became a 501(c)(3) education training course designed to introduce the natural history of tennessee to interested adults. The mission is to teach tennesseans about our natural world, inspire the desire to learn more, instill an appreciation of responsible environmental stewardship, and channel volunteer efforts toward education of the general public and conservation of tennessees natural resources.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
🌿 Environment · NTEE C60
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar environment in United States
Program spending This charity: 100%
Peer average: 91%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 76
Peer average: 91

Red flags

· All clear
IRS revocation history
Open investigations
Governance scandals
Related-party deals
Excessive exec comp

Where every $1 goes

$1.00
Program expenses$1.00 ($58,259)
100% to programs beats the peer average (91%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

Common questions

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Tennessee Naturalist Program is a registered environment nonprofit based in Franklin, TN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Its EIN is 452652485. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. This is below the average of 91/100 for environment charities in United States. The organization reports $102K in annual revenue. 29 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Tennessee Naturalist Program has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United States is 91/100.

Tennessee Naturalist Program is located in Franklin, TN, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Tennessee Naturalist Program has $102K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 91% 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.

Tennessee Naturalist Program is classified as a Environment organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $102K in annual revenue. The organization has 29 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Tennessee Naturalist Program. 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.

Tennessee Naturalist Program has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 (Strong transparency) and no red flags have been detected, which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 100% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 91%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

In 2021 tennessee naturalists and tnp students contributed over five thousand volunteer hours, providing education, citizen science, stewardship and service dedicated to the appreciation, understanding and beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. Certified tennessee naturalist program participants are prepared to lead guided hikes, participate in conservation projects and biodiversity inventories. They have the skills necessary to organize and lead interpretive programs. Tennessee naturalists have performed thousands of hours of volunteer service in tennessee state parks, state natural areas, and wildlife management areas. They also serve at nature centers, national parks, city parks, arboretums, discovery centers, twra, nature conservancies, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, environmental nonprofits and... Tennessee Naturalist Program is classified as a environment organization registered in United States.

Among environment charities registered in United States: Tennessee Naturalist Program's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100 is below the peer average of 91/100. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 91%. Its annual revenue of $102K is below the peer average of $2M.

Yes, donations to Tennessee Naturalist Program are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Tennessee Naturalist Program is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 452652485, 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.

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Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
100% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021.
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Leadership

MA
Margie Hunter
Secretary

Officers & trustees (10)

Source: Public filings

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Bonnie E••••
Director
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Cori W•••••••
Director
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Eric F•••
Director
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Jeremy C•••••••
VICE CHAIRPE
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Julie E•••••••
Director
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Kristin H••••••
CHAIRPERSON
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Margie H•••••
SECRETARY
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Mary H••••
Director
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Michael D••••••
TREASURER
SH
Shawn W••••
Director
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2024
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$0.1M revenue
FY2023
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$0.1M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2021
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Peer charities

Other environment in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Tennessee Naturalist Program This page 76 $101,586 100%
Baduwat Watershed Council 93 $426,600 100%
Birds of Prey Foundation 93 $396,950 82%
Keep Nassau Beautiful Inc 93 $296,240 81%
California Irrigation Institute Inc 90 $108,053 100%
White Clay Watershed Association 90 $388,718 84%
Trout Unlimited 90 $771,789 96%
Association of New Jersey Recyclers Inc 90 $292,455 88%
Rochester Ecology Partners Inc 90 $444,787 94%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 29 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
75%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified
Founding date
Year the organisation was founded not on file

Methodology

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Quick facts about Tennessee Naturalist Program

What is Tennessee Naturalist Program?
Tennessee Naturalist Program is a environment publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Franklin, United States. In 2021 tennessee naturalists and tnp students contributed over five thousand volunteer hours, providing education, citizen science, stewardship and service dedicated to the appreciation, understanding and beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within their communities. Certified tennessee naturalist program participants are prepared to lead guided hikes, participate in conservation projects and biodiversity inventories. They have the skills necessary to organize and lead interpretive programs. Tennessee naturalists have performed thousands of hours of volunteer service in tennessee state parks, state natural areas, and wildlife management areas. They also serve at nature centers, national parks, city parks, arboretums, discovery centers, twra, nature conservancies, zoos, botanical gardens, aquariums, environmental nonprofits and other nature focused organizations.
Who leads Tennessee Naturalist Program?
Margie Hunter serves as Secretary.
Where is Tennessee Naturalist Program located?
Headquartered in Franklin, United States.
What is Tennessee Naturalist Program's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 100% of expenses go to program services.
Is Tennessee Naturalist Program trustworthy?
Tennessee Naturalist Program has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 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 Tennessee Naturalist Program's registration number?
IRS EIN: 452652485.
What is Tennessee Naturalist Program's website?
http://www.tnnaturalist.org