2024-07-16T12:47:16-07:00 2023-12-31 832884896 Michael Garza & Co LLC 8415 Speedway Dr San Antonio TX 78230 990 2023-01-01 465515608 Headwaters at Incarnate Word Inc HEAD 2108282224 4503 Broadway St San Antonio TX 78209 Pamela Ball Executive Director 2024-07-16 true Pamela Ball 999009999 true Michael Garza CPA P00543101 2103410577 2 AAL1 IAL1 FAL1 2023 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z 4503 Broadway St San Antonio TX 78209 349180 false X www.headwaters-iw.org X 2017 TX Our mission is to preserve, restore and celebrate the rich natural, cultural, historical, spiritual and educational values of the headwaters of the San Antonio River, especially within the 53-acre Headwaters Sanctuary. We respond to the call for a sustainable relationship with God's creation by offering environmental education, reflective experiences on care of creation, and practical, hands-on volunteer opportunities to restore and protect the land. Headwaters at Incarnate Word is a nonprofit sponsored Earth care ministry of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. 8 7 1 688 0 689630 228534 48000 56800 35247 23006 0 772877 308340 0 0 86989 86837 0 33307 172232 160371 259221 247208 513656 61132 6640373 6746463 0 6640373 6746463 Our mission is to preserve, restore and celebrate the rich natural, cultural, historical, spiritual and educational values of the headwaters of the San Antonio River, especially within the 53-acre Headwaters Sanctuary. We respond to the call for a sustainable relationship with God's creation by offering environmental education, reflective experiences on care of creation, and practical, hands-on volunteer opportunities to restore and protect the land. Headwaters at Incarnate Word is a nonprofit sponsored Earth care ministry of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word. false false 143916 Habitat Restoration Program.Sanctuary Forest: Witness to Ecological Succession Prolonged drought and high spring/summer temperatures stressed some of our native Sanctuary trees over the past several years. In 2023, we noted a significant loss in our Hackberry tree population, trees that produce desirable berries for nesting birds. We have worked diligently to fell these hazard trees along our trails. The forest transition has accelerated under these climate pressures. Yet, we do see signs of recovery of diversity amid this change. Native saplings and understory plants are flourishing. The dormant native seed bank has responded, producing fields of Palo Verde and Dayflowers plus patches of Turks Cap and Pigeonberry. We continue our habitat restoration work to reduce the invasive plant population, augment the native seed supply, and provide more resources for our local and migratory wildlife. Along each trail, we view the land responding and healing.Phase I- Invasive Plant Management Program: Invasive plant species threaten the health of our Sanctuary forest by challenging our native trees longevity and reducing propagation rates for desired native plant species that local and migratory wildlife require for sustenance and shelter. These invaders were introduced by birds, wind, and water from neighboring properties. In 2023, Headwaters removed over 20,559 invasive plants, bringing the total removed since fall 2019 to 92,893. Two significant invasive species account for 87.6% of the plants removed, 47,469 Ligustrum (51.1%) and 33,899 Chinaberry (36.5%). By years end, 42.2% of the Sanctuary (21.2 acres) had been worked. This 18-zone management strategy is a multi-year commitment executed by volunteers and staff with limited assistance from hired tree crews as funds are available.Phase II - Forest Floor Restoration Project: The project entails disseminating native grass seed throughout the Sanctuary forest floor, creating a more robust native seed bank to compete with invasive seeds present. Native grasses support insects, birds, and small mammals by providing foraging materials, food sources, and host plants. These drought-tolerant and deep-rooted grasses help reduce erosion, increase carbon sequestration, and improve soil health. Seeding will be completed in 2024.Phase III - Professional Native Tree Surveys:Completed zone surveys provide GPS locations, tagging, and health/condition assessments for all native trees with diameters of six inches or greater. These surveys will provide certified arborist guidance for future forestry management to ensure a healthy diverse forest by addressing any pruning, interference, safety, and condition concerns. Sanctuary Upper Field A Wildlife Focal PointNative Prairie Program: The two-acre field surrounding the Circle of the Springs Garden has undergone two years of preparations for the installation of a native short grass prairie. The area has been fenced to protect future native grass plants from curious visitors until fully established. The prairie will provide food and nesting materials for wildlife as well as a backdrop to the Circle of the Springs Garden. The prairie installation, 13 native grass species, will begin in early 2024.Circle of the Springs Garden and Beyond:Headwaters continued to maintain the Sanctuarys 80-foot diameter Circle of the Springs Garden composed of 16 planting beds with 42 native pollinator plant species to support local and migratory wildlife. Spring and fall garden maintenance checks were performed at the Congregations Brackenridge Villa, Lourdes Grotto, Generalate, and historic Cemetery.Wildlife Protection Program:The Mexican Free-tail Bat Houses, a Mason Bee House, and an eight-gourd Purple Martin House were maintained on the Sanctuary Upper Field. ResearchSoil Health:To evaluate current soil conditions and set baseline measures as we work toward habitat improvements, Headwaters initiated soil surveys in May 2023 with guidance from Debbie Reid of the Greater Edwards Aquifer Alliance. A second survey in three to five years, subject to annual rainfall accumulations, will provide comparative data as we continue our restoration efforts.Butterfly and Bird Population:North American Butterfly Association surveys were performed in June and October 2023. Sixty to sixty-five percent of the butterfly species reported in San Antonio area surveys were also recorded in the Headwaters Sanctuary surveys. In addition to the eBird reports filed after each 2nd Friday Bird Walk by our guides, Bexar Audubon Society members have initiated surveys to record any presence of Great Egrets, Snowy Egrets, Western Cattle Egrets, Little Blue Herons, and Neotropic Cormorants, which have been disturbed in nearby Brackenridge Park. Donated Services (In-Kind) received for 2023 amounted to $184,313. 18464 Public Access ProgramDonated Services (In-Kind) received for 2023 amounted to $3,116. 14669 Environment Education Program:During Headwaters volunteer service sessions, practical knowledge and guidance in land stewardship were offered. Headwaters Sanctuary 2nd Friday Bird Walks, Guided Nature/Spiritual Walks, and Presentations were well received in spring and fall 2023. Community and school tours included a brief history of the ministry, of Headwaters Sanctuary, and an overview of our habitat programs. The Texas Master Naturalist Training Program, Alamo Area Chapter, curriculum now includes a Headwaters field trip each semester. Our session includes an overview of Headwaters history and mission; a Sanctuary tour to highlight habitat restoration and education programs; and a land management guided walk. Donated Services (In-Kind) received for 2023 amounted to $1,892. 177049 true true false false false false true false false true true false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false true 6 0 true 1 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false false false false X 8 7 true false false false true true true true true false false true true true true false false true true false X X Pamela Ball 2108282224 4503 Broadway San Antonio TX 78209 Pamela Ball Executive Dir. 40.00 0.00 X 77000 0 0 Richard Duarte Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Sally Said PhD Secretary 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Robert Boerner Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jay Collins Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Bridget McDermott Flood Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Ryland Howard Chairperson 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Patrick McGuire Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Sylvia Maddox Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 77000 0 false false false 0 228534 228534 Lease Income 56800 56800 56800 24547 24547 0 0 0 39299 40840 -1541 -1541 -1541 0 0 0 0 308340 56800 23006 0 0 0 0 77000 70070 2310 4620 0 0 0 3947 3592 118 237 5890 5360 177 353 0 4477 4477 8575 8575 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2241 2241 6781 6781 Habitat Restoration Program 76834 76834 Contract Labor 26000 5200 20280 520 Grant Writer 26000 26000 Office Expense & Supplies 2173 1334 286 553 7290 5637 629 1024 247208 177049 36852 33307 750851 703137 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17031 11432 5782 5599 346424 396191 0 0 0 5537316 5641536 6640373 6746463 0 0 X 520085 553413 6120288 6193050 6640373 6746463 6640373 6746463 61132 44958 X true X false true false X 124083 125793 598187 689630 228534 1766227 0 0 124083 125793 598187 689630 228534 1766227 613086 1153141 7555 5723 54071 6042 24547 97938 0 0 1864165 0.61860 0.60110 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X X 1 49 1 true 10 3850 false 279520 68500 8823 356843 128500 150850 170 279520 128500 128500 1.00000 false false false 17031 11432 5599 5599 Conservation Easement 83617 Construction in Progess 26897 Endowment-Cash 356843 Headwaters Sanctuary Land 5165780 Land Improvements 8399 5641536 Part II, Line 9: Organization Reporting of conservation easements. The total cost of the conservation easement agreement is capitalized in the Statement of Assets, Liabilities, and Net Assets on the organization's reviewed financial statements. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 The member of the corporation consists of those persons (as an institutional body) who are from time to time members of the General Council of a religious congregation of Roman Catholic sisters known as the Congregation of the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas a non-profit Texas Corporation. This sole corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. One member of the board is a member of the Congregation of Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, a religous Roman Catholic order of Sisters which is a 501(c)(3) tax exempt charitable organization (EIN# 74-2790137). Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6 The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the religious congregation of Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation. The existing board of trustees recommends, to the corporate member, individuals for appointment to the board. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7b The sole corporate member is and shall be those persons who are from time to time members of the General Council of the religious congregation of Roman Catholic Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, San Antonio, Texas, a non-profit Texas corporation. This one corporate member shall approve or disapprove any: amendment or restatement of the Articles of Incorporation or By-Laws of the corporation; change in direction from the policies on mission or philosophy of the corporation; merger, dissolution, or consolidation of the corporation; mortgage, sale, exchange or pledge of corporate property or assets; acquistion of real property; creation of a new corporation(s) or subsidiary; appointment or removal of the Director or a board trustee of the Corporation; annual capital and operational budgets. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The federal form 990 is reviewed in detail by management with the independent accounting firm who prepared it. The 990 will be circulated via email by the Executive Director to each board member in PDF format for review and will be subsequently filed with the IRS. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Board members have received Conflict of Interest Policy and other organizational policies at board meetings and were discussed at board meetings. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The Executive Director's compensation is included as a component of the operating budget which is approved by the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b The Associate Director's compensation is included as a component of the operating budget which is approved by the board of directors. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents, policies, and financial statements are made available upon receipt of a written request from the requesting party. 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