Pepperwood Foundation
- Assets
- $35.5m
- Revenue
- $6.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 24
- Location
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Founding
- 08/2006
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 01-0817571
Organization Overview
Pepperwood Foundation is located in Santa Rosa, CA. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (C34) the organization is classified as: Land Resources Conservation, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Pepperwood Foundation employed 24 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Pepperwood Foundation 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 06/2021, Pepperwood Foundation generated $6.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 31.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.0m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.8% per year over the past 6 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PEPPERWOOD'S MISSION IS TO INSPIRE CONSERVATION THROUGH SCIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
RESEARCH, CITIZEN SCIENCE, AND CONSERVATION: PEPPERWOOD IS A PERMANENTLY PROTECTED 3,117 ACRE NATURE PRESERVE LOCATED IN SONOMA COUNTY. THE PRESERVE SERVES AS A FIELD SITE FOR CUTTING-EDGE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH AND LEADS GROUND-BASED HABITAT AND WATERSHED RESTORATION PROGRAMS IN CONCERT WITH DEDICATED CITIZEN SCIENTISTS. WE SYSTEMATICALLY MONITOR WEATHER, WATER, AND THE HEALTH OF LOCAL PLANT AND ANIMAL POPULATIONS AND PURSUE ON-SITE RESTORATION AIMED AT INCREASING THE HEALTH AND RESILIENCE OF THE MANY SPECIES THAT CALL THIS REGION HOME. THESE APPLIED RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION PROJECTS SERVE AS LEARNING MODELS FOR LAND AND WATER MANAGERS THROUGHOUT THE BAY AREA AND BEYOND. IN 2016, OUR SCIENCE PROGRAMS WERE HONORED BY INCLUSION IN A NEW WHITE HOUSE CLIMATE ADAPTATION INITIATIVE AND BY A NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION BIOLOGICAL FIELD STATION AWARD.
ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: PEPPERWOOD'S 3,117 ACRE NATURE PRESERVE SERVES OVER 10,000 VISITORS ANNUALLY VIA A COMPREHENSIVE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR ADULTS, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND THE SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE. WE IGNITE A PASSION FOR CONSERVATION AT EVERY EDUCATIONAL LEVEL, TEACH OUR CITIZENS HOW TO BETTER STEWARD OUR WILD LANDS, AND INSPIRE AN INCREASINGLY DIVERSE POPULATION TO JOIN THE PROFESSIONAL CONSERVATION COMMUNITY. WE STRENGTHEN THE ECO-LITERACY OF OUR COMMUNITY AS A FOUNDATION FOR CONSERVATION ACTION. IN 2016, OUR ELEMENTARY EDUCATION PROGRAM WAS AWARDED CERTIFICATION AS AN OFFICIAL SONOMA COUNTY "UPSTREAM INVESTMENTS" PORTFOLIO SELECTION AND WE TRIPLED THE NUMBER OF CONSERVATION SCIENCE INTERNSHIPS FOR SANTA ROSA JUNIOR COLLEGE STUDENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Elisabeth Micheli PHD President & CEO | Officer | 40 | $180,250 |
Dr Tosha Comendant Conservation Science Management | 40 | $111,650 | |
Herbert M Dwight Jr Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Jane R Dwight Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
William Dwight Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Dr Shannon Bennett Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Day Systems Radio System Installer | 6/29/19 | $168,956 |
Earthone Construction General Contractor | 6/29/19 | $197,484 |
Mithun Architect | 6/29/19 | $134,868 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $309,367 |
| Related organizations | $500,000 |
| Government grants | $985,528 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,797,267 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $284,317 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,592,162 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $167,915 |
| Investment income | $96,604 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $10,500 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $6,712,115 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $193,553 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,016 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,061,346 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $43,841 |
| Other employee benefits | $165,123 |
| Payroll taxes | $94,864 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,318 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $15,012 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $512,443 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,171 |
| Office expenses | $96,785 |
| Information technology | $11,501 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $32,519 |
| Travel | $1,427 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $240 |
| Interest | $1,586 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $480,145 |
| Insurance | $125,894 |
| All other expenses | $3,615 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,984,572 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $249,061 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $3,114,766 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $484,857 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $16,076 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $63,623 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $24,729,100 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $6,837,535 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $35,495,018 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $461,423 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $209,300 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $670,723 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $34,465,755 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $358,540 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $35,495,018 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Pepperwood Foundation has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The J W & H M Goodman Family Charitable Foundation Palo Alto, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
The Living Desert Palm Desert, CA | $126,171,704 | $34,591,756 |
Sonoma Land Trust Santa Rosa, CA | $48,073,426 | $13,750,403 |
Shasta Land Trust Redding, CA | $1,713,307 | $11,450,498 |
Center For Natural Lands Management Temecula, CA | $268,081,806 | $7,030,474 |
Truckee Donner Land Trust Truckee, CA | $49,860,390 | $8,251,860 |
Wildlands Conservancy Oak Glen, CA | $148,685,880 | $11,621,099 |
Organic Materials Review Institute Eugene, OR | $2,429,450 | $7,163,991 |
Hiipaka Llc Haleiwa, HI | $26,440,527 | $11,083,496 |
Banning Ranch Conservancy Newport Beach, CA | $180,703 | $352,883 |
Arizona Land And Water Trust Inc Tucson, AZ | $19,341,295 | $7,113,905 |
Ala Kahakai Trail Association Kamuela, HI | $15,140,176 | $6,288,942 |
Pacific Forest And Watershed Lands Stewardship Council Orangevale, CA | $18,809,229 | $90,114 |