2024-12-18T08:55:43-07:00 2023-12-31 990 2023-01-01 850979344 DISCOVERY PATHWAYS DISC 2152193007 1211 Fitzgerald Street Philadelphia PA 19148 Adam Forbes Executive Director 2152193007 2024-02-19 1 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z X Adam Forbes 1211 Fitzgerald Street Philadelphia PA 19148 214383 0 X https://www.discoverypathways.org/ X 2019 PA 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. 5 4 1 32 0 0 132239 204018 7682 10365 0 0 0 0 139921 214383 0 425 0 0 0 19726 1200 0 1200 56420 119690 57620 139841 82301 74542 106760 181302 0 0 106760 181302 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. 0 0 48994 10365 Environmental Education - In 2023, Free Community Boating and Fishing were our largest programs. We taught 5,367 people in educational and recreational boating events. We held 41 total boating events: 16 free community days, 11 partnership events, and 14 targeted lessons for underserved communities. 837 people attended 18 fishing events and learned the basics of fishing, safety, water quality, and fish identification. 317 students came on free educational field trips. Environmental education programs included nature walks, birding, native plants, and more. All programs are led by youth. 98% of 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. Our partnership with PA State Parks was deepened as students learned water testing and interactive science on trips in the city and beyond. 37588 0 Community Health - Discovery Pathways organized 2 large community health fairs. Over 378 people attended these events. Events included healthy food, dance, cooking, mental health resources, and more. We also helped organize large food donation events and connected families to free food at local pantries and kitchens. All our programs are culturally relevant and we work to translate outreach and materials. We organized the first Southeast Asian Water Festival at FDR Park. Over 2,500 people in attendance. We distributed 675 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. 49829 0 Youth Empowerment Program: 18 students completed all components of a Watershed Education and Empowerment Program. Students were trained in Work Ready skills. 100% earned badges in kayak instruction, water testing science, and environmental stewardship. Students learned public speaking, teamwork, watershed science and history, birding, species identification, fishing and advocacy as they worked collaboratively over 8 intensive summer weeks. Programs continued through the fall. Youth became quickly empowered as leaders and taught boating, fishing, safety in nature, and more. 25 regularly participated in empowerment programs and 57 students attended at least 2 classes. Students completed scientific Ecoli and bacteria water testing for 18 weeks. We led 10 trips outside of South Philly with our youth program. These include rock climbing, hiking, kayaking, and team building. 4 new educational signs were installed in FDR Park. Summer culminated in a 4-day camping trip with 24 youth and youth leaders. 0 0 0 136411 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 2 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 5 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 0 0 0 1 1 0 PA X Adam Forbes 2152193007 1211 Fitzgerald Street Philadelphia PA 19148 Adam Forbes Executive Director and Environmental Education Director 35 X 46329 0 0 Will Conly - Dwyer Accountant 5 X X X 0 0 0 Kline Swonger Secretary 2 X X X 0 0 0 Alden Towler Vice President 5 X X X 0 0 0 Naw Doh Board and Community Outreach 6 X X X 0 0 0 Jo-ann Howard Board Member 3 X 0 0 0 46329 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3000 201018 0 204018 Education Boating Tours 611710 10365 10365 0 0 0 0 0 0 10365 0 0 0 0 0 0 214383 10365 0 0 0 0 425 425 0 0 0 0 17969 17969 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1757 1757 30210 30210 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1978 778 1200 2034 2034 0 0 0 0 307 307 3485 3485 0 0 258 258 0 0 0 0 0 0 4604 2374 2230 Educational Program Supplies 23429 23429 0 0 Community Health Event Supplies 24353 24353 0 0 Van Purchase and Repairs 29032 29032 0 0 0 139841 136411 2230 1200 106760 181302 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 106760 181302 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 106760 181302 0 0 106760 181302 106760 181302 74542 0 0 0 0 0 X 0 0 0 X 24475 132239 204018 360732 0 7682 10365 18047 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24475 139921 214383 378779 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 378779 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 24475 139921 214383 378779 1 1 0 0 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Form 990, Header, Line B We are amending the return due to a slight error in Section IX Form 990, Part I, Line 1 Our mission is to uplift the well-being of the community and environment 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. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b The 990 is developed with our director and board members. The details and financials are reviewed with an accountant and all members of the team. An online service is used to E file, but all materials are reviewed before entering and submitting. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 Discovery Pathways currently has 1 paid management staff. He serves as Executive Director and Education Director. In 2023, this position was still part time based on grant funding. The compensation was determined by the Board of Directors through an extensive review process in 2023. Unfortunately, full compensation was not received in time to be able to pay the full amount. As a result, part time compensation was paid. To determine pay for any positions, Discovery Pathways reviews compensation for similar positions and similar organizations. A draft pay range is submitted to the Board of Directors. After review and approval, this is used for job postings and determination of compensation. Compensation is written into grants and only funded based on approval of those grants. In 2024, the board will review all compensation again. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are developed and retained by the Board of Directors. Copies of all documents are available on request. Notifications and contact information are provided on our website. New volunteers, board members, and staff are regularly provided with access to any relevant organization documentation. We are filing an amendment due to a slight mistake in Section IX