2026-02-27T16:00:25-07:00 2025-12-31 990 2025-01-01 810628015 NORTHEAST WASHINGTON FORESTRY COALITION NORT 2089200960 565 W 5TH AVE COLVILLE WA 99114 Taylor Jones Treasurer 2089200960 2026-02-19 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z KURTIS VAAGEN 565 W 5TH AVE COLVILLE WA 99114 298172 0 X https://www.newforestcoalition.com/ X 2002 WA Working collaboratively, the Colville National Forest and NEWFC focus on forest restoration, designing innovative stewardship through ecologically sound forest treatments that also provide timber and jobs supporting local economies. NEWFC likewise advocates for protecting old growth, roadless areas, and permanent protections while restoring forest resilience. NEWFC disseminates information and education to the public about forest restoration and conservation and the importance of collaboratively supporting sustainable public land management and community resilience. 8 8 0 10 0 0 22163 298172 0 0 0 0 0 0 22163 298172 500 500 0 0 0 0 0 15526 283727 16026 284227 6137 13945 28821 42766 0 0 28821 42766 X Working collaborative, the Colville National Forest (CNF) and the Northeast Washington Forestry Coalition (NEWFC) focus on forest restoration, designing innovative stewardship through ecologically sound forest treatments that also provide timber and jobs supporting local economies. NEWFC likewise advocates for protecting old growth, roadless areas, and permanent protections while restoring forest resilience. NEWFC disseminates information and education to the public about forest restoration and conservation and the importance of collaboratively supporting sustainable public land management and community resilience. 1 0 3319 0 0 Forest Health & Partnership Coordination: Through funding provided by the Washington State Department of Natural Resources Building Forest Partnerships (BFP) grant program, NEWFC strengthened regional collaboration among federal, state, tribal, industrial, and small private landowners. Activities included convening stakeholder meetings, facilitating cross-boundary forest restoration planning, and supporting project development aimed at wildfire risk reduction, forest health improvement, and community protection. Grant funds supported coordination staff time, partner engagement, and development of restoration-focused proposals designed to increase the pace and scale of forest health treatments across Northeast Washington. These efforts improved communication among diverse interests and advanced shovel-ready projects aligned with state and federal forest resilience priorities. 269864 0 0 Fish Passage Restoration Program:NEWFC also received funding through the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office Family Forest Fish Passage Program (FFFPP) to support fish passage restoration infrastructure. In 2025, NEWFC assisted with the planning and implementation of a bridge installation project designed to replace a fish-blocking structure and restore aquatic connectivity. This project improved habitat access for native fish species, enhanced watershed function, and reduced long-term maintenance and flood risk concerns for the landowner. NEWFC coordinated partners, supported grant compliance and reporting, and helped ensure the project met state restoration standards. 11044 0 0 Collaborative Forest Restoration and Outreach: The organization continued to serve as a neutral convener to promote science-based forest management and community engagement. Professional facilitation services supported stakeholder meetings, collaborative dialogue, and project coordination efforts. These activities advance the organization's exempt purpose of promoting sustainable forest management, resilient ecosystems, and economically viable forest-dependent communities. 0 0 0 284227 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 8 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 WA X Taylor Jones 5096845071 565 W 5TH AVE COLVILLE WA 99114 X Kurtis Vaagen President 1 0 X 0 0 0 Mike Petersen Vice President 1 0 X 0 0 0 Dan Wilson Secretary 1 0 X 0 0 0 Taylor Jones Treasurer 1 0 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Versatile Industries PO Box 275 Ione WA 99139 Project Services 183846 1 0 0 0 0 298172 0 0 298172 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 298172 0 0 0 X 0 0 500 500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5818 5818 0 0 2026 2026 0 0 530 530 345 345 714 714 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1778 1778 272516 272516 284227 284227 0 0 28821 42766 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 28821 42766 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 28821 42766 0 0 28821 42766 28821 42766 13945 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 3606 8232 11267 21338 298172 342615 3606 8232 11267 21338 298172 342615 342615 3606 8232 11267 21338 298172 342615 1 1 0 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990, Part III, Line 2 In 2025, the organization expanded its program activities to include direct implementation of a fish passage restoration infrastructure project funded through the Family Forest Fish Passage Program. This included coordination, contractor oversight, and compliance management for installation of a bridge to restore aquatic connectivity and improve watershed function. Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 The President and Treasurer are both affiliated with Vaagen Bros. Lumber. The Treasurer serves as a non-voting officer of NEWFC. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Treasurer will prepare form 990. Executive committee will review prior to submission. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The Board of Directors may approve compensation for board members who provide professional services to the organization. Any such compensation is reviewed and approved by a vote of the Board, with the interested individual recused from the vote, and is based on an agreed-upon rate determined to be reasonable for the services provided. The organization also engages a facilitator as an independent contractor. Compensation for the facilitator is established at the time of engagement pursuant to a written agreement reflecting the agreed-upon rate for services. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization makes its Form 990 available to the public upon request. Governing documents, including the Articles of Incorporation, Bylaws, Conflict of Interest Policy, and financial statements, are available upon request at the organization's principal office. Form 990, Part IX, Line 24e ther Expenses consist primarily of program-related grant expenditures incurred in connection with the organization's DNR BFP Grant and FFFPP Tedrick Grant activities. These expenses represent direct program costs necessary to carry out the organization's exempt forestry and coalition activities. Other expenses also include required state filing fees and licenses.