ABOUT IRCF
THE IRCF
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One of the principal aims of the IRCF is to support conservation and research programs that contribute to the survival of threatened reptiles and their habitats.
The IRCF works in concert with the scientific community, educators, and professional conservation organizations as a part of the total conservation solution. |
The IRCF is a member-based organization that actively pursues the conservation of reptiles and the natural habitat and ecosystems that support them in a variety of capacities depending on the project or program. IRCF support may include funding, mobilization of volunteers, and/or logistical assistance. As a component of our support services, the IRCF communications team develops, hosts, and maintains a variety of websites, promoting conservation programs, building international awareness, and campaigning for funds and other support. The IRCF is a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit organization. All donations are tax deductible in the USA. Further, the Foundation serves as a conduit and facilitates donations and grants to programs which themselves are unable to offer U.S. tax deductions. IRCF support is applied where it is most effective and operates under a policy of accountability to its donors.
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WHY JOIN THE IRCF?
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IRCF membership helps support conservation, awareness, and educational efforts. As a member you become a part of a vital support network, which contributes directly to the survival of threatened reptiles and their habitats. Your membership also helps support publication of the IRCF journal IGUANA, Conservation, Natural History, and Husbandry of Reptiles, which you will receive quarterly.
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- IRCF Affiliations and Partnerships
- IUCN-SSC Iguana Specialist Group
- The International Iguana Foundation, Board of Directors
- Partnership, Blue Iguana Recovery Program
- National Trust for the Cayman Islands
- The Conservation Project Utila Iguana (Honduras)
- Project Heloderma (Guatemala)
IRCF PARTICIPATION MILESTONES
- Species Recovery Plan –
- Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, Cyclura lewisi, 2001 and 2005
- Anegada Iguana, Cyclura pinguis, 2001
- Ricord’s Iguana, Cyclura ricordii, 2002
- Population Survey –
- Grand Cayman, Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, 2001
- Anegada Island, BVI, Anegada Iguana, 2003
- Guana & Necker Islands, BVI, Anegada Iguana, 2002
- Facility Upgrade –
- Anegada Iguana Headstart Facility, 2001
- Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, 2004
- Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, 2005
- Relocation Program –
- Turks and Caicos Iguana
- Health Screening –
- Jamaican Iguana, 2002
- Grand Cayman Blue Iguana, 2001
- Funding Campaigns –
- Grand Cayman Hurricane Assistance, 2004
- Grand Cayman Hatchling Cage Campaign, 2005
- Grand Cayman Fence Campaign, 2005
- West Indian Rock Iguana NRBE Benefit Auction, 2005 -
- Proceeds to the Jamaican Iguana, San Salvador Iguana,
Anegada Iguana and Grand Cayman Blue Iguana- Fijian Iguana Ranger Salary Funding, 2000
- Fijian Iguana Funding for Warden Boat, 2000
- Jamaican Iguana – Web funding campaign, 2003-2005
- Chinese Alligator – Green Member Donation, 2000
- Proceeds to the Jamaican Iguana, San Salvador Iguana,
- Program Support –
- Utila Iguana - Adoption Program, equipment, supplies & other supprt
- Ricord’s Iguana - Species Recovery Plan, equipment and other support
- Anegada Iguana - Facility Upgrade, field work and other support
- Grand Cayman Blue Iguana - Species Recovery Plan, equipment, supplies, volunteers, logistic support, merchandising, creative
services, and other backbone support - Guatemalan Beaded Lizard - Promotion/marketing development,
fundraising, translation and publication - International Iguana Foundation - website, foundation involvement,
graphic design, and donations to iguana conservation programs - IUCN / Species Survival Commission, Iguana Specialist Group – active
member, website development/hosting/maintenance, other support
JOURNAL PUBLISHER - IGUANA
The IRCF publishes the quarterly journal Iguana, Conservation, Natural History and Husbandry of Reptiles. The journal’s distribution is to its membership and contributors, reference libraries and other institutions. Individual copies of the journal are for sale by request at the current cover price plus shipping.
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| Robert Powell, PhD - Executive Editor Gad Perry, PhD - Associate Editor John Binns - Graphics/Photography |
AJ Gutman - Editor Michael Ripca - Art Director Sandra Binns - Service Coord. |
Editorial Board: |
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| Allison Alberts, PhD Frederic J. Burton,MSc Arthur Echternacht, PhD L. Lee Grismer, PhD Robert W. Henderson, PhD |
John B. Iverson, PhD Charles R. Knapp, PhD Gunther Köhler, PhD Kenneth L. Krysko, PhD Jan Ramer, DVM Thomas Wiewandt, PhD |
FISCAL RESPONSIBILTY
IRCF meets all IRS and California State tax-reporting requirements for a non-profit 501(c)(3) corporation. A copy of our tax-exempt status letter can be obtained by contacting IRCF.
IRCF prides itself on being fiscally responsible with all generated income. Each year we fulfill our commitment to ensure that donations and generated income are applied to benefit conservation programs and not spent on unrelated expenses. Our administrative expenses have remained at 8%, thereby allowing $.92 of each dollar to be directly applied to actual project costs.
IRCF prides itself on being fiscally responsible with all generated income. Each year we fulfill our commitment to ensure that donations and generated income are applied to benefit conservation programs and not spent on unrelated expenses. Our administrative expenses have remained at 8%, thereby allowing $.92 of each dollar to be directly applied to actual project costs.
