Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
The association of field ornithologists (AFO) is a membership organization dedicated to the study and conservation of birds and their natural habitats. The AFO prides itself as serving as a bridge between the professional and the amateur ornithologist. The organization's membership and governing council consist of both amateur and professional ornithologists, in recognition of the contributions that both make to ornithology.
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc at a glance
In short: Association of Field Ornithologistsinc gave $10K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $10K), mostly in Maine. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $10,000
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $10,000
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $3,713,824
- +10.9% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Maine (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990 filing, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990 filing, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
Open Grants
9 open opportunities from Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
A.F. Skutch Medal Grant
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
Amount
US $1,000
Deadline
Deadline not published
AFO Travel Awards
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Bergstrom Grant
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
Amount
Up to US $1,500
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Association of Field Ornithologistsinc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Ornithological Council ($10K).
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2023 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2023) to $10K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $10K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ornithological Council Bar Harbor, ME | Annual Support for Organization | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,713,824 | $402,725 | $255,153 | $10,000 | 1 | $143,944 |
| 2023 | $3,348,912 | $448,283 | $258,032 | $10,000 | 1 | $101,785 |
| 2022 | $2,974,427 | $322,493 | $274,841 | — | — | $-26,304 |
| 2021 | $3,243,314 | $299,624 | $213,791 | — | — | $153,734 |
| 2020 | $2,975,862 | $215,228 | $173,750 | — | — | $80,805 |
About Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
Based on IRS filings
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc is a nonprofit organization, based in Meadville, PA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $3.7M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $10K. Net investment income was $144K.
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc is led by Matthew Shumar, President since 2024 (on filings since 2020); none of the 26 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Matthew Shumar
President
Director → Vice President, 2023
Vice President → President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Allyson Jackson
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Angela Tringali
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cecilia Kopuchian
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Aborn
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
David Cerasale
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emily Choy
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jessica Hightower
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Gustavo Londono
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Carla Suertegaray Fontana
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Claire Varian-Ramoz
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jo Peacock
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Judit Ungvari
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lucy Zipf
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mark Deutschlander
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maureen McClung
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Evan Jackson
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Igor Berkunsky
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Andringa
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Maria Andreina Pacheco
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Natasza Fontaine
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dan Ardia
Liaison to Ars
Liason to Ars & Director → Director, 2022
Director → Liaison to Ars, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie Jedlicka
Immediate Past President
Vice President → President, 2023
President → Immediate Past President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
L. Scott Johnston
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rebecka Brasso
Vice President
Director → Vice President, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Sarah Sargent
Treasurer
Liason to Ars → Assistant Treasurer, 2021
Assistant Treasurer → Treasurer, 2022
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Scott Sutcliffe (2020–2022) — Immediate Past Treasurer
- Former: Valentina Ferretti (2020–2022) — President
- Former: Jess Hightower (2021–2022) — Director
- Former: Mark Hauber (2021–2022) — Journal Editor
- Former: Reed Bowman (2021–2022) — Journal Editor
- Former: Scott Johnson (2021–2022) — Secretary
- Former: Claire Varian Ramos (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Ian Ausprey (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Rob Aldredge (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Yula Kapetanakos (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Matt Reudink (2021) — Director
- Former: Gary Ritchison (2020) — Journal Editor
- Former: Gustavo Shumar (2020) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Association of Field Ornithologistsinc
How much does Association of Field Ornithologistsinc give each year?
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc gave $10K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. In 2023 it gave $10K across 1 grant.
How large is Association of Field Ornithologistsinc?
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc reported $3.7M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990 filing. Its revenue that year was $403K.
Where does Association of Field Ornithologistsinc operate?
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc has awarded grants in Maine.
What is Association of Field Ornithologistsinc's EIN?
Association of Field Ornithologistsinc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 04-2239743. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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