Ducks Unlimited Inc
100% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Thin reserves Growing revenue
Ducks Unlimited Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Memphis, Tennessee, registered in 1956, with $63,204,608 in FY2023 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B, and it directs about 100% of spending to programs.
1 Waterfowl Way, Memphis, TN, 38120 EIN 91-2009004 Since 1956
Revenue (FY2023)
$63.2M
▲ 6.6% vs prior year
Environment median: $250K
Expenses (FY2023)
$63.2M
Net assets
$0
Employees
0
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 4 of 4 criteria.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →A+Program efficiency40% of the rating100% to programs · $0 to raise $100
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Ducks Unlimited Inc: 100% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
CFinancial health25% of the rating0 mo reserves · +0% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Ducks Unlimited Inc: 0 mo reserves · +0% margin earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Governance25% of the rating6 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Ducks Unlimited Inc: 6 of 6 checks met earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Ducks Unlimited Inc: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Ducks unlimited, inc conserves, restores, and manages wetlands and associated habitats for north america's waterfowl. these habitats also benefit other wildlife and people.
Contact & location
- Address
- 1 Waterfowl Way, Memphis, TN, 38120
- City
- Memphis
- State
- Tennessee
- Category
- Environment
- Subcategory
- Natural Resources Conservation
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $41.0M (FY2013) to $63.2M (FY2023) across 11 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2023)
Operating margin
0.0%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$0
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$0
Salaries & benefits
$0
0% of expenses
Board members
68
67 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $63,204,608▲6.6% | $63,204,608▲6.6% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2022 | $59,312,363▲9.5% | $59,312,363▲9.5% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2021 | $54,159,225▲43.7% | $54,159,225▲43.7% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2020 | $37,683,898▲8.0% | $37,683,898▲8.0% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2019 | $34,896,196▼27.0% | $34,896,196▼27.0% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2018 | $47,806,765▲5.3% | $47,806,765▲5.3% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2017 | $45,416,077▲2.0% | $45,416,077▲2.0% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2016 | $44,529,535▲2.3% | $44,529,535▲2.3% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2015 | $43,547,102▲2.8% | $43,547,102▲2.8% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2014 | $42,341,520▲3.3% | $42,341,520▲3.3% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2013 | $40,991,908 | $40,991,908▲3.4% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $39,662,208▲15.0% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $34,476,772▲8.3% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $31,827,498▲9.0% | $0 | $0 | 990 |
| 2009 | — | $29,186,432 | $0 | $0 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2023)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adam Putnam | Chief Executive Officer | 1 | — |
| Arnie Matson | Chief Information Officer | 1 | — |
| Beto Elizondo | Emeritius Board Chairman | 1 | — |
| Bob Spoerl | First Vice President | 1 | — |
| Brian Garrels | Regional Vice President, Region 5 | 1 | — |
| Christine Thomas | Senior Vice President, Conservation Programs | 1 | — |
| Chuck Smith | President | 1 | — |
| Cici Ebersole | Chief Talent Officer | 1 | — |
| Clay Rogers | Senior Vice President, Region 2 | 1 | — |
| Connie Parker | At-large Member of the Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| Daniel Thiel | Executive Secretary, Dui and Wat | 1 | — |
| Darin Blunck | Chief Financial Officer & Asst. Treasurer | 1 | — |
| David Bowers | Regional Vice President, Region 3 | 1 | — |
| David Keller | At-large Member of the Board of Directors | 1 | — |
| David Marrone | General Counsel & Asst. Secretary | 1 | — |
| David Schuessler | Chief Event Fundraising Officer | 1 | — |
| Doug Barnes | Chief Brand Officer | 1 | — |
| Douglas D Frey | Senior Vice President, Sustainability | 1 | — |
| Doug Schoenrock | Chairman of the Board | 1 | — |
| Edward May | Regional Vice President, Region 1 | 1 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2019)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Na | — | — |
Grants received · $90K total
8 grants to Ducks Unlimited Inc totaling $90K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2023 | $5,267 |
| National Philanthropic Tr | Environment, animals | 2022 | $30,300 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2021 | $6,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2020 | $9,550 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2020 | $9,550 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2019 | $11,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental and animals | 2018 | $8,250 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Environmental/animals | 2017 | $10,160 |
Grants made · $63.1M in FY2023
1 grant totaling $63.1M in FY2023. All grants made by Ducks Unlimited Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ducks Unlimited Inc | Conservation | $63,129,608 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Ducks Unlimited Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Ducks Unlimited Inc is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 91-2009004, based in Memphis, Tennessee. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Ducks Unlimited Inc's EIN?
- Ducks Unlimited Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 91-2009004.
- How much revenue does Ducks Unlimited Inc report?
- Ducks Unlimited Inc reported $63,204,608 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2023 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Ducks Unlimited Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Ducks Unlimited Inc spends about 100% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Ducks Unlimited Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Ducks Unlimited Inc B, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Ducks Unlimited Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Ducks Unlimited Inc's latest Form 990 is $0, paid to Adam Putnam (Chief Executive Officer).
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Data for Ducks Unlimited Inc (EIN 91-2009004) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.