Growing Places Garden Project Inc
- Assets
- $488.0k
- Revenue
- $704.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Leominster, MA
- Founding
- 04/2002
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 10-0004885
Organization Overview
Growing Places Garden Project Inc is located in Leominster, MA. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (P80) the organization is classified as: Centers to Support the Independence of Specific Populations, under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Growing Places Garden Project Inc employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Growing Places Garden Project 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 09/2021, Growing Places Garden Project Inc generated $704.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $575.9k during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 16.9% 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
TO INSPIRE AND CONNECT THE NORTH CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS COMMUNITY TO CREATE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD AND ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH EDUCATION COLLABORATION AND ADVOCACY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GROW: SUPPORT 10 COMMUNITY/SCHOOL GARDENS (150+ RAISED BED GARDENS - 30+ IN FITCHBURG) AND A NEW INDOOR HYDROPONIC TOWER FARM TO GROW HEALTHY FOOD YEAR-ROUND, PRODUCE IS DONATED TO SCHOOLS, SENIOR CENTERS, AND FOOD PANTRIES OR SOLD VIA EQUITABLE PURCHASING SYSTEMS DETAILED BELOW. AGGREGATE/DISTRIBUTE: PURCHASE AND DISTRIBUTE PRODUCE VIA 15+ LOCAL FARMS TO UNDERSERVED RESIDENTS, MANAGE TWO FARMERS MARKETS (FITCHBURG AND LEOMINSTER) AND A MOBILE MARKET ACCEPTING SNAP/MA HEALTHY INCENTIVE PROGRAM (HIP) THAT DOUBLES SNAP FOR LOCAL PRODUCE, SR./WIC FARMERS MARKET COUPONS IN 10 NCMA COMMUNITIES (VISIT EIGHT LOCATIONS IN FITCHBURG). AGGREGATE/EDUCATE: ELEVATE YOUTH/RESIDENTS AS FOOD SYSTEM LEADERS TO ADVOCATE FOR LOCAL/STATE HEALTHY FOOD ACCESS POLICY CHANGE AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY (IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL) ABOUT GARDENING, THE BENEFITS OF HEALTHY EATING AND SUPPORTING THE LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM. LEAD: CO-CHAIR CHNA9'S HEALTHY EATING ACTIVE LIVING (HEAL) WORKGROUP.
GROW: SUPPORT 10 COMMUNITY/SCHOOL GARDENS (150+ RAISED BED GARDENS - 30+ IN FITCHBURG) AND A NEW INDOOR HYDROPONIC TOWER FARM TO GROW HEALTHY FOOD YEAR-ROUND, PRODUCE IS DONATED TO SCHOOLS, SENIOR CENTERS, AND FOOD PANTRIES OR SOLD VIA EQUITABLE PURCHASING SYSTEMS DETAILED BELOW. AGGREGATE/DISTRIBUTE: PURCHASE AND DISTRIBUTE PRODUCE VIA 15+ LOCAL FARMS TO UNDERSERVED RESIDENTS, MANAGE TWO FARMERS MARKETS (FITCHBURG AND LEOMINSTER) AND A MOBILE MARKET ACCEPTING SNAP/MA HEALTHY INCENTIVE PROGRAM (HIP) THAT DOUBLES SNAP FOR LOCAL PRODUCE, SR./WIC FARMERS MARKET COUPONS IN 10 NCMA COMMUNITIES (VISIT EIGHT LOCATIONS IN FITCHBURG). AGGREGATE/EDUCATE: ELEVATE YOUTH/RESIDENTS AS FOOD SYSTEM LEADERS TO ADVOCATE FOR LOCAL/STATE HEALTHY FOOD ACCESS POLICY CHANGE AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY (IN-PERSON AND VIRTUAL) ABOUT GARDENING, THE BENEFITS OF HEALTHY EATING AND SUPPORTING THE LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM. LEAD: CO-CHAIR CHNA9'S HEALTHY EATING ACTIVE LIVING (HEAL) WORKGROUP.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rocco Mammone Vice-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
John Schaumloffel Clerk | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Johnson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Mary Giannetti Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1.5 | $0 |
Miranda Jennings Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Neddy Latimer Member | Trustee | 1 | $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 | $480,714 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $12,740 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $480,714 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $222,307 |
| Investment income | $494 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $465 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $703,980 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $252,688 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,795 |
| Payroll taxes | $22,175 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,252 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $15,282 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,983 |
| Office expenses | $4,037 |
| Information technology | $9,235 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $9,860 |
| Travel | $931 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $810 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $7,978 |
| Insurance | $6,762 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $575,890 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $246,284 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $26,222 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $81,542 |
| 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 | $2,850 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $68,859 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $31,715 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $30,570 |
| Total assets | $488,042 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $36,558 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $94,899 |
| 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 | $86,347 |
| Total liabilities | $217,804 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $175,340 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $94,898 |
| 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 | $488,042 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Growing Places Garden Project Inc has recieved totaling $173,403.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Tufts Health Plan Foundation Inc Canton, MA PURPOSE: Winchendon Community Food Project | $46,181 |
Community Foundation Of North Central Massachusetts Inc Fitchburg, MA PURPOSE: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT | $43,336 |
Harvard Pilgrim Health Care Foundation Inc Canton, MA PURPOSE: Mobile market support | $25,750 |
Amelia Peabody Foundation Wellesley, MA PURPOSE: BUSY BEES COMMUNITY FOOD PROJECT | $25,000 |
Greater Worcester Community Foundation Inc Worcester, MA PURPOSE: FRESH FOOD EQUITY THROUGH SNAP & HIP | $12,000 |
Reliant Foundation Inc Worcester, MA PURPOSE: LOCAL FOOD WORKS - "MEET ME AT THE TABLE" PROGRAM FOR UNDERSERVED YOUTH | $11,000 |
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