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Wild Response

"Saving Species in Peril"

Eastham , MA   |  https://www.wildresponse.org
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Wild Response

EIN: 83-3753390

Mission

Wild Response is dedicated to saving species in peril by improving the lives of wildlife rangers and the communities they serve around the world.

Ruling year info

2020

CEO

Kevin Garrad

President

Aaron Cestaro

Main address

50 brackett road box 1941

Eastham , MA 02642 USA

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EIN

83-3753390

Subject area info

Climate change

Wildlife biodiversity

Environmental education

Education

Population served info

Ethnic and racial groups

Work status and occupations

NTEE code info

Education N.E.C. (B99)

IRS subsection

501(c)(3) Public Charity

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.

Tax forms

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Communication

Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

The extinction of species has reached an unprecedented level this decade. However, tasked with protecting these invaluable resources - Wildlife Rangers & Conservation Practitioners - lack the necessary support they need to succeed in this crucial global endeavour. Further hampering their efforts are a host of problems these nature guardians must overcome - death and injury in the line of duty, poor compensation, long periods away from home and a lack of resources put them at further risk.

Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Support of Wildlife Rangers

Park rangers are on the frontline of wildlife conservation every day and, more often than not, find themselves under trained and under equipped to protect species from poachers. We provide industry leading and best practices to keep them safe and efficient.

Population(s) Served

Effective conservation requires the constant monitoring and management of our planet's biodiversity and natural habitats. Wildlife rangers are at the forefront of this effort and play a vital role in protecting these ecosystems. Their responsibilities include patrolling protected areas, preventing illegal poaching, monitoring wildlife populations, addressing environmental threats, and providing support to rural communities.
The 30 x 30 proposal, part of the UN Global Plan, aims to place 30% of the world under conservation status by 2030. In order to achieve this, it is crucial to provide wildlife rangers with the necessary resources and support. This includes funding for training, equipment, and facilities to ensure that they can carry out their work safely and effectively. By doing so, we can help to ensure the long-term sustainability of our natural resources and preserve them for future generations.

Population(s) Served

Good governance in conservation is the development and implementation of clear policies and regulations that promote sustainable use and protection of wildlife and natural resources. This includes measures to prevent illegal activities such as poaching, as well as to promote sustainable practices such as eco-tourism and renewable energy. Good governance in conservation is essential for ensuring the long-term sustainability of natural resources and ecosystems, as well as for promoting social equity and economic development.
Effective good governance in conservation entails advocating for transparent and accountable decision-making, engaging with experts to identify practical solutions, and striving for an equitable, respectful, and inclusive environment.

Population(s) Served
Ethnic and racial groups
Work status and occupations
Emergency responders
Economically disadvantaged people
Ethnic and racial groups
Ethnic and racial groups
Work status and occupations
Emergency responders
Economically disadvantaged people
Ethnic and racial groups
Ethnic and racial groups
Work status and occupations
Emergency responders
Economically disadvantaged people
Ethnic and racial groups

To fuel our vital missions, it is essential to generate revenue while remaining focused on our goals. This principle guided us to conceive 'Wild Expeditions,' our innovative ecotourism and health and resiliency education program specifically designed for veterans. Wild Expeditions was created for US Special Operations veterans by US Special Operations veterans who are now engaged in wildlife conservation efforts in Africa and Asia. The program represents an intersection of military and conservation experiences that are as unique as they are impactful.
However, Wild Expeditions does more than fund our operations; it contributes directly to our core mission of conservation. Through these expeditions, we educate participants about the importance of preserving ecosystems, being outdoors as a means of therapy, and gaining a new appreciation and understanding of our natural world.

Population(s) Served
Veterans
Military personnel
Economically disadvantaged people
Victims of conflict and war
People with disabilities

Where we work

Our Sustainable Development Goals

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Goals & Strategy

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Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

As a member of the ‘International Ranger Federation’ (IRF), the ‘Universal Rangers Support Alliance’ (URSA) and the ‘Game Rangers Association of Africa’ (GRAA), Wild Response is committed to supporting rangers in five key areas
Advocacy and representation, Building capacity, Employment and Welfare, Equity and Equality and Community Relations and Ranger Conduct and Accountability.

Wild Response carries out our mission by partnering with other organizations and nesting within global conservation efforts to preserve ecosystems and directly impact wildlife crime, and by providing education, training, and resources via multiple methods to conservationists across Africa and Asia.

Financials

Wild Response
Fiscal year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

Revenue vs. expenses:  breakdown

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info
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Financial data

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

Wild Response

Revenue & expenses

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info

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Balance sheet

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 info

The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot survive long, but the types of assets and liabilities must also be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan, and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.

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Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

Documents
Letter of Determination
Form 1023/1024 is not available for this organization

CEO

Kevin Garrad

President

Aaron Cestaro

Wild Response

Officers, directors, trustees, and key employees

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

Compensation
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Board of directors
as of 06/06/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
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Board co-chair

Aaron Cestaro


Board co-chair

Sean Hollonbeck

Wild Response

Aaron Cestaro

Jeffery Mazziotta

Paul Davies

Trip Taylor

Sean Hollonbeck

Board leadership practices

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? Yes
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? Not applicable
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? Not applicable

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 6/6/2023
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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
Multi-Racial/Multi-Ethnic (2+ races/ethnicities)
Gender identity
Male
Disability status
Person with a disability

The organization's co-leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Male
Disability status
Person with a disability

Race & ethnicity

No data

Gender identity

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Sexual orientation

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Disability

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Equity strategies

Last updated: 03/16/2022

GuideStar partnered with Equity in the Center - an organization that works to shift mindsets, practices, and systems to increase racial equity - to create this section. Learn more

Data
  • We review compensation data across the organization (and by staff levels) to identify disparities by race.
  • We ask team members to identify racial disparities in their programs and / or portfolios.
  • We analyze disaggregated data and root causes of race disparities that impact the organization's programs, portfolios, and the populations served.
  • We disaggregate data to adjust programming goals to keep pace with changing needs of the communities we support.
  • We employ non-traditional ways of gathering feedback on programs and trainings, which may include interviews, roundtables, and external reviews with/by community stakeholders.
  • We disaggregate data by demographics, including race, in every policy and program measured.
  • We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.
Policies and processes
  • We use a vetting process to identify vendors and partners that share our commitment to race equity.
  • We have a promotion process that anticipates and mitigates implicit and explicit biases about people of color serving in leadership positions.
  • We seek individuals from various race backgrounds for board and executive director/CEO positions within our organization.
  • We have community representation at the board level, either on the board itself or through a community advisory board.
  • We help senior leadership understand how to be inclusive leaders with learning approaches that emphasize reflection, iteration, and adaptability.
  • We measure and then disaggregate job satisfaction and retention data by race, function, level, and/or team.
  • We engage everyone, from the board to staff levels of the organization, in race equity work and ensure that individuals understand their roles in creating culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.