Animals : Wildlife Conservation
Ducks Unlimited
A world leader in wetlands conservation
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| Financial Performance Metrics | ||
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| Program Expenses | 81.3% | |
| Administrative Expenses | 2.5% | |
| Fundraising Expenses | 16.1% | |
| Fundraising Efficiency | $0.16 | |
| Primary Revenue Growth | -7.8% | |
| Program Expenses Growth | -9.6% | |
| Working Capital Ratio (years) | 0.42 | |
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| Information Provided on the Form 990 | ||
| Independent Voting Board Members |  |
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| No Material diversion of assets | |
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| Audited financials prepared by independent accountant | |
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| Does Not Provide Loan(s) to or Receive Loan(s) From related parties | |
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| Documents Board Meeting Minutes | |
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| Provided copy of Form 990 to organization's governing body in advance of filing | |
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| Conflict of Interest Policy | |
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| Whistleblower Policy | |
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| Records Retention and Destruction Policy | |
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| CEO listed with salary | |
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| Process for determining CEO compensation | |
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| Does Not Compensate Any Board Members | |
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| Does the charity's website include readily accessible information about the following: | ||
| Donor Privacy Policy |  |
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| Board Members Listed | |
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| Audited Financials | |
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| Form 990 | |
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| Key staff listed | |
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Income Statement (FYE 06/2010)
Compensation of Leaders (FYE 06/2010)
| Compensation | % of Expenses | Paid to | Title | |
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| $232,099 | 0.14% | Randy L. Graves | Interim CEO | |
| Other Salaries of Note | ||||
| $562,681 | 0.35% | Donald A. Young | Former Executive Vice President | |
Mission
The vision of Ducks Unlimited (DU) is wetlands sufficient to fill the skies with waterfowl today, tomorrow and forever. DU conserves, restores and manages wetlands and associated habitats for North America's waterfowl. These habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.
The core values and guiding principles of Ducks Unlimited's team of staff and volunteers are:
- conserving North America's waterfowl and wetlands;
- acting to uphold the reputation of DU, treating people and wildlife with respect;
- evaluating our programs to guide us and ensure credibility;
- working together as volunteers and staff;
- valuing and enjoying the sport and heritage of hunting;
- partnering with those who share common goals and values; and
- celebrating the culture of DU as we serve our members.
Charities Performing Similar Types of Work
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
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| Ducks Unlimited - TN | 45.53 |  |
| California Waterfowl Association - CA | 56.17 |  |
| Boone and Crockett Club - MT | 62.23 |  |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - MT | 66.06 | |
| Trout Unlimited - VA | 61.42 | |
| Charity Name | Overall Score | Overall Rating |
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| Ducks Unlimited - TN | 45.53 | |
| Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation - MT | 66.06 | |
| Trout Unlimited - VA | 61.42 | |
| Boone and Crockett Club - MT | 62.23 | |
| Ruffed Grouse Society - PA | 56.90 | |
Note: This report represents consolidated financial data for these organizations:
- Ducks Unlimited (13-5643799)
- Wetlands America Trust (36-3330394)
- Ducks Unlimited, Inc. Group Return (91-2009004)
