2026-09-01T15:33:36-07:00 2025-12-31 832884896 Michael Garza & Co LLC 8415 Speedway Dr San Antonio TX 78230 990 2025-01-01 465515608 Headwaters at Incarnate Word Inc HEAD 2108282224 4503 Broadway St San Antonio TX 78209 Pamela Ball Executive Director 2026-09-01 true Michael Garza CPA P00543101 2103410577 2025 4503 Broadway St San Antonio TX 78209 797798 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 1 495 0 240050 617161 50600 59800 50854 46986 48732 56543 390236 780490 0 0 86838 86679 0 35642 132440 199937 219278 286616 170958 493874 6946218 7488391 0 6946218 7488391 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 174659 Habitat Restoration Program:Bird City San Antonio Partner OrganizationHeadwaters habitat restoration work continued to support Bird City San Antonio certification requirements. Headwaters shared habitat restoration progress with Bexar Audubon South Central Texas representatives throughout the year. Headwaters is pleased to partner in this far-reaching effort to protect and improve native habitat in the San Antonio area. Sanctuary Habitat ProgramsOur programs strive to improve habitat conditions - to promote wildlife diversity, increase Sanctuary carrying capacity for wildlife, and provide a more pleasurable visitor experience. Prolonged drought and summer nighttime temperatures above 85 degrees continue to stress our native trees, especially our Hackberry population, which provides an important food source for birds. While Hackberry trees suffer, Retama, Anacua, Bluewood Condalia, Lotebush, and Gum Bumelia species thrive.Invasive Plant Management Program: Invasive plant species threaten the Sanctuary habitat by competing with essential native trees and suppressing understory species, needed for local and migratory wildlife sustenance and shelter. In 2025, Headwaters removed over 17,143 invasive plants, bringing the total removed since fall 2019 to 150,165. By years end, Headwaters will have worked 67% of the Sanctuary (31.9 acres). In 2026, planned removal work on an additional 6.8 acres will deliver 80% of the Sanctuary initially cleared of invasive plants. Volunteers and Headwaters staff execute this multi-year program with limited assistance from hired tree crews as funds are available.Forest Floor Restoration Project: Additional native grass and forb seed broadcasts on the forest floor have created a more robust native seed bank, enabling it to better compete with invasive seeds. Pedestrians may view Inland Sea Oats and Wildrye grasses filling exposed areas. Native grasses and forbs support insects, birds, and small mammals by providing foraging materials, food sources, and host plants. With greater native plant coverage, we reduce erosion, increase carbon sequestration, and improve soil health. Native Prairie Program: The Upper Field 2-acre native grass prairie was seeded with 13 grass species one year ago. The area will remain fenced to protect the young grass plants from curious visitors until fully established. Providing food and nesting materials for wildlife, the prairie is a significant addition to our habitat corridor along the migratory flyway.The Circle of the Springs Garden: Headwaters continued to maintain the Sanctuarys 80-foot diameter Circle of the Springs Garden, composed of 16 planting beds with 43 native pollinator plant species to support local and migratory wildlife. In the first quarter, the 7-year-old drip irrigation system was upgraded. The Shrubby Boneset, Heartleaf Hibiscus, Apache Plume, Dwarf Barbados Cherry, Fall Aster, and Gulf Muhly were exceptional this year. Research Projects: Completed or in progress- Insect - North American Butterfly Association surveys, July and October 2025, volunteers; Gulf Fritillary Butterfly Study, summer 2025, University of San Diego; Leafhopper Surveys, 2025-2026, Texas A&M at San Antonio; and Insect general surveys, Fall 2025-Spring 2026, University of the Incarnate Word. Bird - Cattle Egret Vegetation Study, Summer-Fall 2025, Texas State University; 2nd Friday Bird Walk eBird reports, monthly, Bexar Audubon docents; and Sanctuary Bird Surveys, multi-year commitment, Bexar Audubon South Central Texas. Flora - Phenology study, monthly, volunteers.Water for Wildlife Project: A solar-powered wildlife water station near the native grass prairie will operate in time for the spring heat. Community donations and a gift from The Skiles Foundation funded this project.Sanctuary Multi-season Biodiversity Study: To obtain a baseline habitat and wildlife evaluation of the Sanctuary, a twelve-month biodiversity study will be performed by members of the Urban Alchemy Collective Master Plan team. The results will inform future habitat programs and projects and provide direction for future research opportunities within the Sanctuary. Several habitat funding sources provided the means to secure the study.Donated Services (In-Kind) received for 2025 amounted to $145,058. 28116 Public Access Program:Spirit Reach ProjectContemplative Path to the Sacred Blue Hole and Beyond: The project will connect the Blue Hole to the World Heritage Site Missions along the San Antonio River. The contemplative path will bring visitors from Brackenridge Park under Hildebrand Avenue through the Incarnate Word campus to the Blue Hole and the Sanctuary main entrance. The plan includes embankment stabilization, riparian restoration, and improvements to the Blue Hole site. Construction begins in summer 2026; completion anticipated in 2027. The project is funded by Bexar County, with oversight from the San Antonio River Authority. Blue Hole Marker, Texas Historical Commission: In recognition of the Blue Holes significance, a marker will be installed adjacent to the restored site.Sanctuary Master Plan: The plan will address several topics, including preservation and erosion mitigation, public access, program facilities, and visitor amenities. Urban Alchemy Collective will develop an integrated 10-year vision. The project is funded by H-E-B.Great Oak Trail Bridge Project: In early spring 2026, the Great Oak Trail will reopen. The Kronkosky Charitable Foundation funded the project to construct three pedestrian bridges along the trail.Donated Services (In-Kind) received for 2025 amounted to $14,312. 10521 Environmental Education Program: Environmental Education: During volunteer service sessions, Headwaters offered practical knowledge and guidance in land stewardship. Public response to our Sanctuary guided walks remained strong. Community and school tours included a brief introduction to the Headwaters ministry and Sanctuary, as well as an overview of our habitat programs. 2025 Guided nature walks, presentations, and tours will remain free and open to the public. Our Environmental Film Series will resume when a facility with parking is secured.Donated Services (In-Kind) received for 2025 amounted to $2,574. 213296 true true false false false false true false false true true false false true false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false true 7 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 Dale Bond Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Robert Boerner Chairperson 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Patrick McGuire Secretary 1.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Bridget McDermott Flood Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Theresa De La Haya Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Carolyn Wright 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 617161 617161 Lease Income 59800 59800 59800 43724 43724 0 0 0 3262 3262 3262 3262 73851 17308 56543 56543 0 0 0 780490 59800 103529 0 0 0 0 77000 67760 3850 5390 0 0 0 3788 3334 189 265 5891 5184 295 412 0 831 831 9175 9175 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1886 1886 9056 9056 Habitat Restoration Program 112626 112626 Contract Labor 55667 5200 22787 27680 Office Expense & Supplies 2845 2162 285 398 Marketing/Media 2383 1811 238 334 5468 3446 859 1163 286616 213296 37678 35642 126910 190829 556130 373827 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 28547 15287 3630 13260 435295 496540 0 0 0 5824253 6413935 6946218 7488391 0 0 X 761610 1013284 6184608 6475107 6946218 7488391 6946218 7488391 493874 48299 X true X false true false X 598187 689630 228534 240050 617161 2373562 0 0 598187 689630 228534 240050 617161 2373562 616294 1757268 54071 6042 24547 49361 43724 177745 0 0 2551307 0.68880 0.61810 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X X 1 49 1 true 10 3850 false 416861 410436 13798 841095 356843 47601 12417 416861 279520 68500 8823 356843 128500 150850 170 279520 128500 128500 1.00000 false false false 28547 15287 13260 13260 Conservation Easement 83617 Construction in Progess 251990 Endowment-Cash & Investments 841095 Headwaters Sanctuary Land 5165780 Land Improvements 71453 6413935 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. X X X X X X X false Special Event 73851 73851 7639 300 9369 73851 73851 7639 300 9369 17308 56543 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. 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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