SALT PONDS COALITION INC

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 875, CHARLESTOWN, RI 02813-0875

Principal officer (990 for 2025)

Marshall Mugge, 89 Noyes Neck Rd, Westerly, RI 02891

Signed the 990

Marshall Mugge, Treasurer

Phone

(401) 322-3068

Website

www.saltpondscoalition.org

Mission

Salt Ponds Coalition's mission is to protect and enhance the health of Rhode Island's salt ponds for the benefit of wildlife and people. In operation since 1985, we are the oldest continually operating volunteer marine water-quality monitoring program in the nation. We partner with environmental non-profits and municipal, state, and federal agencies to complete restoration projects and advocate for healthy pond ecosystems. Our programs are designed to educate people of all ages about the importance of this vital resource and inspire them to become stewards of Rhode Island's salt ponds.

Program accomplishments

• Pond Watching Program: Water samples are collected in the RI coastal salt ponds on a bi-weekly basis from May through October at 28 sites across the six major salt ponds, including one on a nearby river. This work is done by approximately 35 volunteers. At the end of 2025, after another local non-profit disbanded we agreed to test two more sites on the aforementioned river which has a direct connection and greatly impacts one of the salt ponds. SPC test for a variety of indicators of waterbody health including bacteria, nutrients, temperature, and pH; and our samples are analyzed by a local quality-controlled lab. Results are made available to the public, including our membership which totals over 580 households, as well state agencies and local municipalities. Cost of analysis and staff time is included.
  Expenses $72,150 · grants $17,350
• Education and Outreach: SPC works to connect people of all ages to their local environment and specifically the salt ponds by hosting field trips for local schools and other outreach activities. In Spring 2025, SPC hosted various age groups from pre-school up through middle-school students from multiple schools on pond-side outdoor activities as well as at a local nature center. Additionally, throughout the summer SPC worked with children at various summer camps providing outdoor educational programing, as well as our own free and open to the public Salt Pond Safaris which is a catch and release education program for geared to engage children and their families. Finally, we provide programming for adults as well in the form of paddle trips, bird walks, an art-focused program, and presentations from local experts in regards to salt pond issues and improvements, water-quality, and birding. In addition to these education programs, we hosted a beach clean-up, and had outreach tables at multiple farmer's markets, town-sponsored events, neighborhood meetings, and events hosted by our local indigenous tribe. All of our events last year reached out to over 750 people. Much of this work is completed with the help of volunteer retired educators. Additionally, we print and distribute education materials on our website, social media platforms, email blasts, and through printed media. Our distribution list for our emails alone is over 600 households and our social media channels have a combined 3,000+ followers.
  Expenses $49,000
• Advocacy and Restoration: Interact with local municipalities, state agencies, and other groups to advocate for the health of the salt ponds, help execute restoration programs, and to educate the local communities on ways they can support these projects. Restoration projects in 2025 included a nutrient reduction pilot watershed project, two breachway repair and restoration initiatives one of which has been see through to completion (in 2026), and a water connectivity project focused on improving water quality in two negatively impacted coves. We have over 580 members in our organization and have interacted with hundreds of people in the local community.
  Expenses $23,000
• Growing our membership and maintaining our organization ensures our ability to continue to advocate for, educate about, and monitor the health of our salt ponds. With over 550 members, keeping in contact with our members as part of our outreach campaigns and gather input as to what they observe as to the health of the ponds is a serious task. We strive to keep our constituents informed by hosting lectures featuring experts and local government officials throughout the year.
  Expenses $79,435

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

05-0449131

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

1994

Accounting year ends

December

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Environment (C320)

Assets (IRS master file)

$300,098

Income (IRS master file)

$217,743

Filing history

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 05-0449131).

Questions about SALT PONDS COALITION INC

What is the EIN of SALT PONDS COALITION INC?

The employer identification number (EIN) of SALT PONDS COALITION INC is 05-0449131.

Is SALT PONDS COALITION INC tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1994.

Are donations to SALT PONDS COALITION INC tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does SALT PONDS COALITION INC file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of SALT PONDS COALITION INC due?

The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did SALT PONDS COALITION INC last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.

Who is the principal officer of SALT PONDS COALITION INC?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Marshall Mugge.

Who are the officers and directors of SALT PONDS COALITION INC?

The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 16 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.

How much revenue does SALT PONDS COALITION INC have?

On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $203,207, expenses of $223,585 and total assets of $300,098 at year end.

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