Environment
Salish Sea School
ANACORTES, WA
Total revenue
$449K
Total expenses
$411K
Net assets
$224K
Grants received
$91K
14 grants
EIN
833277816
Tax year
2024
Mission
The salish sea schools mission is to awaken curiosity and deepen connections with the sea through shore and sea exploration programs for all ages.
Programs
3 programs
Student field trips: the salish sea school provided outdoor, experiential field trips for k-12 students, focusing on marine ecosystems, salmon habitats, and watershed health. These programs combined shore-based and boat-based activities, immersing students in hands-on learning experiences that fostered environmental awareness and scientific curiosity. Participants engaged in guided wildlife observation, explored the salmon life cycle, analyzed plankton samples, and investigated intertidal zones. These activities connected students directly with the natural environment, enhancing their understanding of the salish seas unique ecosystems and the importance of conservation. In 2024, students participated in field trips, including many from underserved communities in skagit county and beyond. Scholarships provided opportunities for students, including those experiencing the salish sea for the first time.
Adult programs: the salish sea school offered diverse conservation-focused programs for adults, including wildlife and bird ecotours, mindfulness retreats, and art classes. These immersive, hands-on experiences deepened participants understanding of marine ecosystems while fostering a stronger connection to the salish sea and its conservation. In 2024, adult programs engaged participants in activities like puffin research, porpoise edna collection, and mindfulness retreats. These programs promoted marine conservation awareness while supporting student scholarships.
Puffin ecotours: puffin ecotours offered guided boat trips to observe tufted puffins and other seabirds while promoting conservation awareness. Participants contributed to bird surveys supporting the tufted puffin recovery plan in collaboration with the washington department of fish and wildlife. In 2024, these tours advanced research on puffin populations and their prey while fostering an appreciation for the salish seas ecosystems. Proceeds funded scholarships for underserved students, providing first-time access to marine education programs. Puffin ecotours directly supported the salish sea schools mission to inspire stewardship and conservation.
Financials
FY 2024
Revenue
Expenses
People
3 listed
BETSEY THOENNES
PRESIDENT
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5 hrs/wk
STACY DE LA O
SECRETARY
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5 hrs/wk
CINDY ELLISER
TREASURER
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5 hrs/wk
Grants received
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$91K from 9 funders · 14 grants · 2020–2024
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