Groton Open Space Association Inc
- Assets
- $6.6m
- Revenue
- $157.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Groton, CT
- Founding
- 08/1997
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 06-1469419
Organization Overview
Groton Open Space Association Inc is located in Groton, CT. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Groton Open Space Association Inc 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 12/2022, Groton Open Space Association Inc generated $157.3k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 8 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (24.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $242.1k during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
GOSA'S PURPOSE IS TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE OPEN SPACE AND WATER RESOURCES IN SOUTHEASTERN CT, PROVIDE PUBLIC ACCESS FOR PASSIVE RECREATION AND EDUCATE THE PUBLIC.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ACQUISITION RELATED ACTIVITIES - THE TOWN OF GROTON REACHED OUT TO GOSA OVER THE PAST YEAR TO FINANCIALLY CONTRIBUTE IN SUPPORT OF THE PURCHASE OF THE WOLFEBROOK PROPERTY IN MYSTIC, CT. GOSA AGREED TO HELP FUND THE PROJECT AND PARTNER ON DEVELOPING PLANS FOR POTENTIAL USES AND MANAGEMENT OF THE 161 ACRE PROPERTY. SAVING THE PROPERTY WILL HELP PROTECT ECCLESTON BROOK AND SURROUNDING WETLANDS ALONG WITH NEIGHBORING FORESTS AND WILDLIFE. A LARGE PORTION OF ECCLESTON BROOK, WHICH FLOWS THROUGH THE PROPERTY, WILL BE PROTECTED FROM DEVELOPMENT AND POLLUTION AS IT FLOWS THROUGH THE MERRITT FAMILY FARM TO PALMER COVE. MOST IMPORTANTLY, THE PROPERTY FEATURES A LARGE POND AND NUMEROUS WETLAND AND VERNAL POOLS, INCLUDING ONE OF THE BIGGEST VERNAL POOLS IN NEW ENGLAND.
GENERAL STEWARDSHIP OF LAND - GOSA MAINTAINS 645 ACRES OF TRAILED PROPERTIES WITH FIELDS, FORESTS AND STREAMS, ONE COASTAL SHORELINE PROPERTY AND ONE PROPERTY IN A DOWNTOWN AREA. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE WINTER MOWING AND CLEANING, REMOVAL OF INVASIVE SPECIES AND REINTRODUCTION OF NATIVE PLANTS. STEWARDSHIP IS A YEAR-LONG COMMITMENT TO MANAGING AND MAINTAINING OUR PROPERTIES FOR ACTIVE PUBLIC USE AND THE HEALTH OF THE ENVIRONMENT.
SUPPORT FOR ONGOING PUBLIC ACCESS TO PROPERTIES. THIS MISSION SUPPORTS KEEPING GOSA PROPERTIES OPEN FOR PUBLIC ACCESS. SIGNAGE, TRAIL MAINTENANCE, BRIDGE BUILDING, MAPS AND OTHER TYPICAL ACCESS RELATED EXPENSES. GOSA'S PROPERTIES ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 365 DAY A YEAR DURING DAYLIGHT HOURS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Wendy Spader Director | Officer | 35 | $0 |
Betsy Chittenden Director | Officer | 35 | $0 |
Diane Skelaris Director | Officer | 10 | $0 |
Michael Maurice Treasurer | Trustee | 35 | $0 |
Robin Thomas Secretary | Trustee | 35 | $0 |
Dan O'connell President | Trustee | 35 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $156,967 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $156,967 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $193 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| 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 | $157,279 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $211,977 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,000 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $466 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $5,663 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,190 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $700 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $3,536 |
| Insurance | $4,330 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $242,147 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $366,900 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $242,110 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,963,347 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $48 |
| Total assets | $6,572,405 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,569,929 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,476 |
| 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 | $6,572,405 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Groton Open Space Association Inc has recieved totaling $21,893.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Helios Foundation Inc Neenah, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Chester Kitchings Family Foundation Orlando, FL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $10,000 |
Pfizer Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $1,256 |
Pfizer Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $563 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $74 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc Lincoln, MA | $290,978,469 | $38,308,793 |
Environmental Defense Action Fund New York, NY | $6,474,489 | $29,024,607 |
Council On The Environment Inc New York, NY | $42,012,048 | $22,554,174 |
Sustainable Markets Foundation New York, NY | $17,976,931 | $19,381,628 |
Only One Inc New York, NY | $3,262,058 | $9,834,103 |
Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Long Island City, NY | $4,789,679 | $6,047,317 |
The Connecticut Audubon Society Incorporated Fairfield, CT | $62,592,543 | $6,801,215 |
Mothers Out Front Inc Cambridge, MA | $3,902,382 | $3,274,134 |
Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc Nantucket, MA | $151,824,686 | $12,776,139 |
Audubon Society Of Rhode Island Smithfield, RI | $39,462,013 | $5,117,165 |
American Society For The Protection Of Nature Israel Inc New York, NY | $437,688 | $3,144,160 |
Natural Areas Conservancy Inc New York, NY | $5,460,471 | $2,307,893 |