Friends of Florida State Forests (FFSF) is a direct support organization of the Florida Forest Service that supports recreation and reforestation projects on Florida's state forests. FFSF is a charitable not-for-profit corporation, exempt from federal income tax under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, I.D. #59-3504595. Membership dues, donations and contributions are tax deductible as permitted under current law. FFSF is an organization established by Florida statute that supports programs within Florida's state forests and is governed by a board of directors representing all areas of the state. The IRS has determined that FFSF does not have to file Form 990.
FFSF's mission . . . through community support, assist the Florida Forest Service to expand opportunities for recreation, environmental education, fire prevention and forest management within Florida's state forests.