To restore and conserve the historical functions and vitality of the Rio Grande Basin in Colorado for improved water quality, agricultural water use, riparian health, wildlife and acquatic species habitat, recreation and community safety while meeting the Rio Grande Compact.
Executive compensation
Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 4 reported individuals · Filing year 2023
Percentile bands compare each position's total pay with the same role at Environment organizations nationwide.
| Position | Total |
|---|---|
Executive Director 25th percentile to medianvs Environment peers in Colorado | $73k $80k |
Board Member 25th percentile to median | $16k $17k |
Board Member Below 10th percentile | $148 $162 |
Chair Board Chair Below 10th percentile | $89 $97 |
Teal figures restate each filed amount in 2026 dollars.
Estimated with BLS CPI-U for the West region, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Plus 7 unpaid individuals.
Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2023, the highest total compensation at THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION equaled 8% of the organization's total expenses. The median for environment organizations is 11%.
Based on 4,942 environment organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
Common questions about THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION
What does the Chief Executive Officer of THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION earn?
In 2023, the Chief Executive Officer of THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION received $72,680 in total compensation. This pay is below the median (the midpoint) for Chief Executive Officer roles among Environment organizations in Colorado, but above the bottom quarter of comparable filings. Based on IRS Form 990 data.
How does Chief Executive Officer pay at THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION compare with similar nonprofits?
Compared with the same role at Environment organizations in Colorado, the 2023 pay of the Chief Executive Officer at THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION falls between the 25th percentile and the median. In 2023, the highest total compensation at THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION equaled 8% of the organization's total expenses. The median for environment organizations is 11%.
What are THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION's revenue and expenses?
In 2023, THE COLORADO RIO GRANDE RESTORATION FOUNDATION reported $931k in total revenue and $937k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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