Methow Recycles

Organization Overview

Methow Recycles is located in Twisp, WA. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (C27) the organization is classified as: Recycling, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Methow Recycles employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Methow Recycles is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 12/2021, Methow Recycles generated $383.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $377.2k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 13.6% per year over the past 7 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO INSPIRE AND FACILITATE RESOURCE CONSERVATION THROUGH RECYCLING, WASTE PREVENTION AND MATERIALS REUSE IN THE METHOW VALLEY.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

RECYCLING: PROVIDED STABLE, SUCCESSFUL, FULL-SERVICE RECYCLING IN N CENTRAL WA. ENHANCED OUR COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIPS, OUR REPUTATION FOR EXCELLENCE WITH RECYCLING BUYERS, AND STRONG PUBLIC SUPPORT. VOLUMES AND VISITOR COUNTS INCREASED 5% OVER PRIOR YEAR. SERVED 13,000 FULL AND PART-TIME RESIDENTS OF ALL AGES AND 10S OF THOUSANDS OF VISITORS. WE CONTINUED OUR RECYCLING MEMBERSHIP PROGRAM TO FURTHER STABILIZE THIS UTILITY. IN 2022 WE LAUNCHED A PILOT PROGRAM, ECO BAGS, THAT OFFERS SUBSIDIZED RECYCLING TO CLIENTS OF THE LOCAL FOOD BANK.


EDUCATION & OUTREACH: IN-PERSON CONTACT WITH EVERY PERSON ENTERINGRECYCLING CAMPUS TO PROVIDE INFORMATION AND ANSWER QUESTIONS ABOUT ALLPROGRAMS. IN 2022 WE STARTED A THREE WEEKLONG KIDS SUMMER CAMP, REMAKE CAMP, WITH THE CURRICULUM OF BUILDING RESILIENCE THROUGH REPAIR, REUSE, AND RECYCLING. THIS PROGRAM WAS OFFERED FOR FREE TO LOCAL KIDS THROUGH A PARTNERSHIP WITH THE SCHOOL DISTRICT. THIS PROGRAM SERVED 35 STUDENTS PER DAY. WE CONTINUED WITH OUR ECO LEADER PROGRAM AND AFTER SCHOOL GREEN TEAM PROGRAMS.


WASTE PREVENTION: CONDUCTED A REPAIR CAF ON THE THIRD SATURDAY OF EVERY MONTH IN PARTNERSHIP WITH OUR LOCAL FOOD BANK. THIS PROGRAM SERVES APPROXIMATELY 70 COMMUNITY MEMBERS EACH MONTH AND DIVERTS COUNTLESS ITEMS FROM GOING TO THE LANDFILL. IN 2022 WE REORGANIZED OUR TIOLI PROGRAM AND RENAMED IT THE REMAKE CENTER WHERE WE TAKE AS A DONATION IN GOOD REPAIR BUILDING MATERIALS TO DIVERT THEM FROM THE LANDFILL AND ASK CUSTOMERS FOR A SUGGESTED DONATION TO THE PROGRAM TO TAKE THEM FOR USE. THE REORG OF THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN VERY SUCCESSFUL WITH 50% MORE COMMUNITY MEMBERS USING THE PROGRAM OVER PREVIOUS YEAR. WE CONTINUED TO OFFER OUR TOOL LIBRARY PROGRAM TO THE COMMUNITY WITH LIMITED SUCCESS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Sarah Jo Lightner
Executive Director
$49,689
Betsy Cushman
Executive Director
$19,913
Gwen Vernon
Secretary
$0
Shirlee Evans
Vice President
$0
Missy Leduc
President
$0
Ryan Fortier
Treasurer
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $39,564
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$212,626
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$252,190
Total Program Service Revenue$123,299
Investment income $1,873
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $4,539
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $1,520
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $383,421

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Methow Recycles has recieved totaling $87,655.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Philadelphia Foundation

Philadelphia, PA

PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT

$47,000
Community Foundation Of North Central Washington

Wenatchee, WA

PURPOSE: VARIOUS PURPOSES AS APPROVED BY CFNCW BOARD

$20,636
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation

Saint Paul, MN

PURPOSE: MULTIPLE GRANTS FOR MULTIPLE PURPOSES

$10,000
Moccasin Lake Foundation

wilmington, DE

PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED

$10,000
Amazonsmile Foundation

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$19
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