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Nonprofit · EIN 85-0979344

DISCOVERY PATHWAYS

Tax-exempt · PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148

Financials

$214K$140K2023$290K$275K2024$471K$350K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of DISCOVERY PATHWAYS by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$471,426$349,599$121,827$318,594$0$318,594
December 31, 2024990$290,379$274,914$15,465$196,767$0$196,767
December 31, 2023990 (amended)$214,383$139,841$74,542$181,302$0$181,302
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$471,426
of which government grants
$125,231
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$14,350
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$114,659
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$123,466
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$5,750
Occupancy
$3,388
Travel
$14,204
Program services (functional)
$305,077
Management and general (functional)
$43,045
Fundraising (functional)
$1,477

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$196,767
Total assets, end of year
$318,594
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$318,594
Net assets without donor restrictions
$318,594
Gross receipts
$471,426
Employees
2
Volunteers
60
Year formed
2019
State of legal domicile
PA

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Adam ForbesExecutive Director
Key employee
45$69,851
Kathryn MilesEnvironmental Educator
Key employee
30$39,888
Alden TowlerBoard President
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Will Conly - DwyerTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Naw DohVice President
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Kline SwongerSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Soriya OrBoard Director
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0
Jo-ann HowardBoard Member
Officer
4$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 7 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Adam ForbesExecutive Director
Officer
45$72,021
Alden TowlerBoard President
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Will Conly - DwyerTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Naw DohVice President
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Kline SwongerSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
1$0
Soriya OrBoard Director
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
Jo-ann HowardBoard Member
Trustee or director, Officer
2$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Adam ForbesExecutive Director and Environmental Education Director
Trustee or director
35$46,329
Will Conly - DwyerAccountant
Trustee or director, Institutional trustee, Officer
5$0
Kline SwongerSecretary
Trustee or director, Institutional trustee, Officer
2$0
Alden TowlerVice President
Trustee or director, Institutional trustee, Officer
5$0
Naw DohBoard and Community Outreach
Trustee or director, Institutional trustee, Officer
6$0
Jo-ann HowardBoard Member
Institutional trustee
3$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
1211 FITZGERALD ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19148-3515
In care of
% ADAM J FORBES
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Adam Forbes, 1211 Fitzgerald Street, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Signed the 990
Adam Forbes, Executive Director
Phone
(215) 219-3007
990-N for 2020 filed under this EIN
Most likely by a chapter, club or affiliate (it says receipts are normally $50,000 or less). Officer: ADAM J FORBES, 1211 FITZGERALD ST, PHILADELPHIA PA 19148. Mailing address: 1211 FITZGERALD ST, PHILADELPHIA PA 19148.

Mission

Our mission is to uplift the well-being of the community through experiential nature-based programs. By providing hands-on environmental education to urban youth and adults, we empower leaders and cultivate a connection to the natural world and local watershed. We work tirelessly to ensure underserved communities can pursue meaningful outdoor experiences.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Environmental Education - In 2025, Free Community Boating and Fishing were our largest programs. We taught 10, 839 people in educational and recreational boating events. 7836 attended Free Community Boating days, while the rest attended targeted events for underserved groups, educational tours, and cultural events. 1,469 children attended educational visits from schools and Rec Centers. 2,437 people attended Free Family Fishing events and learned the basics of fishing, safety, water quality, and fish identification. Environmental education programs also included nature walks, birding, native plants, and more. Most programs are led by youth, but increased staff in 2025 allowed us to grow programs year round. All programs were free of charge for community members. Outreach is performed in 7+ languages to reach underserved communities. Free fishing rods, supplies, PFD's, binoculars, and gear are provided for all events. Lessons include environmental science, food chain, watershed science, water testing, and more.
    Expenses $38,210
  • Community Health 2026- Discovery Pathways organized 3 large community health fairs and a Southeast Asian Water Festival. Over 5618 people attended these events. Events included healthy food, movement, yoga, zumba, games, dance, cooking, gardening lessons, and health resources. Partners at these events included Greener Partners, Vetri Community, Fleisher Art, Sharing Excess, and more. We distributed over 11,000 pounds of free produce and related cooking recipes. DP also connected families to free food at local pantries and kitchens. All our programs are culturally relevant and we work to translate outreach and materials. Throughout the year, we distributed 1370 healthy meals to youth and families. We held 3 larger educational health events for the community that featured free food, health materials, exercise instruction, and more. We organized and led a series of cooking classes and healthy eating programs in multiple languages. Many of our students experience barriers to accessing healthy food. We've made it part of our mission to ensure that our students are fed every day of our program. In addition to the meals we also provided many more snacks throughout our programs.
    Expenses $58,412
  • Youth Empowerment Program: 35 students completed all components of a Environmental Education and Empowerment Program and 28 returning students remained involved. Students were trained in Environmental and Work Ready skills. 100% earned badges in kayak instruction, water testing science, public speaking, and environmental stewardship. Students learned communication skills, teamwork, watershed science and history, birding, species identification, fishing and advocacy as they worked collaboratively over 9 intensive summer weeks. Students implemented passion projects that included murals, raps, and videos. Programs continued through the fall. New youth became quickly empowered as leaders and taught boating, fishing, safety in nature, and more. 227 students applied for our summer program and 185 attended at least one meeting and event. Students completed scientific Ecoli and bacteria water testing for 18 weeks. We led 13 trips outside of South Philly with our youth program. These include rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and team building. Summer culminated in a 4-day camping trip with 30 youth and youth leaders. A new second camping trip was added for 20 students who didn't get into our full program. 8 graduating seniors received extensive support applying to college and 6 received full ride scholarships. Programs and student support have been extended to year-round in 2025
    Expenses $162,657
  • Youth Dragon Boat Team and Health Program - Our Dragon Boat team grew immensely in 2025. We added a new family health component and youth worked to train their family and community in healthy movement. 67 youth came to practices, with a core group of 38 youth regularly attending. We break down all barriers to access, providing everything free including clothes, equipment, race entry, and more. Land workouts began in March and continued through December. All students were new to this cultural sport and 90% were new to any exercise programs. 4 teens even made it onto Team USA and competed in Germany. The youth exceeded all expectations and won the regional Youth Cup, 2 gold medals, and a silver medal. Practices increased to 4 times a week for much of the summer and fall. In addition to practices at FDR Park and the Schuylkill River, exercise continued in local parks and Rec Centers. No students are cut based on physical skills, and instead we prioritize dedication and commitment to the team.
    Expenses $45,798

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.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
85-0979344
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2021
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Environment (C60)
Assets (IRS master file)
$318,594
Income (IRS master file)
$471,426

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$471,426$349,599$318,594XML
990December 2024$290,379$274,914$196,767XML
990December 2023$214,383$139,841$181,302XML
990-EZDecember 2022–––IRS
990-EZDecember 2021–––IRS
990-N for 2020
Officer: ADAM J FORBES
Filed under this EIN, most likely by a chapter or affiliate
December 31, 2020≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

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 85-0979344).

Questions about DISCOVERY PATHWAYS

What is the EIN of DISCOVERY PATHWAYS?
The employer identification number (EIN) of DISCOVERY PATHWAYS is 85-0979344.
Is DISCOVERY PATHWAYS tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2021.
Are donations to DISCOVERY PATHWAYS tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does DISCOVERY PATHWAYS 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 DISCOVERY PATHWAYS 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 DISCOVERY PATHWAYS 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 DISCOVERY PATHWAYS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Adam Forbes.
Who are the officers and directors of DISCOVERY PATHWAYS?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $69,851 (Adam Forbes, Executive Director).
How much revenue does DISCOVERY PATHWAYS have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $471,426, expenses of $349,599 and total assets of $318,594 at year end.

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