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Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association

The mission of The Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association (TESPA) is to protect the Trinity and Edwards aquifers, the springs that flow from this interconnected system, and protect …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
70/100 · methodology

About Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association

Aggregate Production Operations: TESPA continues in partnership and membership with organizations dedicated to protecting the environmental quality of the Texas Hill Country. In 2022, TESPA sent its First Amended Notice of Intent (NOI)to bring a legal action against Far South Mining LLC (FSM) for a proposed rock quarry and rock crushing operation in Hays County. TESPA is requesting FSM to abandon its plans for a rock quarry on the Needmore Ranch between Wimberley and San Marcos. The FSM operation presents a particularly dangerous scenario because of the location, right on top of the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer. On November 6, 2022, TESPA held an educational program and fundraiser to engage the community in its work to ensure best …

Founded
Headquarters
Wimberley, TX
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
C32
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date
Size
small

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 2016

Mission

The mission of The Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association (TESPA) is to protect the Trinity and Edwards aquifers, the springs that flow from this interconnected system, and protect these waters for the people and wildlife who use and depend on them.

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: 93%
Peer average: 72%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 34.74%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 70
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· 1 red flag
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 29.6% of total expenses ($72,000 of $243,375).

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.93
Program$0.93
93% to programs beats the peer average (72%) and beats the Charity Navigator "highly efficient" threshold (75%).

GiveRadar Analysis

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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including 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 Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical environment charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • an owner-submitted profile claim

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Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association is a registered environment nonprofit based in Wimberley, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2015 and has been operating for 11 years. Its EIN is 473645996. 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 70/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $207K in annual revenue. 28 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 473645996. 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.

Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70/100. 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 70 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 93% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for environment charities in United States is 90/100.

Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association is located in Wimberley, TX, United States. The organization was established in 2015 and has been active for 11 years.

Based on official tax filings, Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association has $207K in annual revenue. It allocates 93% of expenses to programs and services. This is above 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.

Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association 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 $207K in annual revenue. The organization has 28 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association. 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, Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association 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 93% 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.

Aggregate Production Operations: TESPA continues in partnership and membership with organizations dedicated to protecting the environmental quality of the Texas Hill Country. In 2022, TESPA sent its First Amended Notice of Intent (NOI)to bring a legal action against Far South Mining LLC (FSM) for a proposed rock quarry and rock crushing operation in Hays County. TESPA is requesting FSM to abandon its plans for a rock quarry on the Needmore Ranch between Wimberley and San Marcos. The FSM operation presents a particularly dangerous scenario because of the location, right on top of the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer. On November 6, 2022, TESPA held an educational program and fundraiser... Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association is classified as an environment organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2015.

Among environment charities registered in United States: It allocates 93% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 72%. Its annual revenue of $207K is below the peer average of $2M.

Yes, donations to Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 473645996, 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
93% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

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

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

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Leadership

From FY2024 filing

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Andrew W••••
President

Officers & trustees (11)

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.1M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.3M 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 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 28 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

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 · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 28 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 · 2015
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association

What is Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association?
Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association is a environment publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Wimberley, United States. Aggregate Production Operations: TESPA continues in partnership and membership with organizations dedicated to protecting the environmental quality of the Texas Hill Country. In 2022, TESPA sent its First Amended Notice of Intent (NOI)to bring a legal action against Far South Mining LLC (FSM) for a proposed rock quarry and rock crushing operation in Hays County. TESPA is requesting FSM to abandon its plans for a rock quarry on the Needmore Ranch between Wimberley and San Marcos. The FSM operation presents a particularly dangerous scenario because of the location, right on top of the recharge zone of the Edwards Aquifer. On November 6, 2022, TESPA held an educational program and fundraiser to engage the community in its work to ensure best practices and environmental protections associated with rock quarries and crushing operations. Carbon Sequestration: In the Hill Country there is a great need for funding to support innovative conservation and regenerative land stewardship activities. Carbon sequestration brings a new source of funding to the region. TESPA explored the development of a local market for sequestering carbon dioxide through best land management practices right here in the Texas Hill Country.
When was Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association founded?
Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association was founded in 2015.
Who leads Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association?
Andrew Weber serves as President.
Where is Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association located?
Headquartered in Wimberley, TX, United States.
What is Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 93% of expenses go to program services.
Is Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association trustworthy?
Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 70 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 Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association's registration number?
IRS EIN: 473645996.
What is Trinity Edwards Springs Protection Association's website?
http://tespatexas.org