Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo Inc
- Assets
- $620.8k
- Revenue
- $643.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Buffalo, NY
- Founding
- 04/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 16-1479159
Organization Overview
Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo Inc is located in Buffalo, NY. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (C40) the organization is classified as: Botanical, Horticultural & Landscape Services, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo Inc employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo 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 12/2023, Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo Inc generated $643.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $623.5k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.5% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
GRASSROOTS GARDENS OF WESTERN NEW YORK, INC.'S MISSION IS TO SHARE KNOWLEDGE, POWER AND RESOURCES TO GROW HEALTHY FOOD, HEAL SYSTEMIC HARM, AND STRENGTHEN NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS THROUGH COMMUNITY GARDENS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNITY GARDENS - THE COMMUNITY GARDEN STARTED OR MAINTAINED 109 COMMUNITY GARDENS THAT SERVED AS LOCAL FOOD SOURCES, COMMUNITY GREEN SPACES, AND PLACES FOR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS TO BE FORMED.
SCHOOL GARDENS - IN 2022, WE LAUNCHED AN ONLINE RESOURCE HUB FOR ALL OUR SCHOOL PARTNERS AND BEYOND, INCREASING OUR IMPACT BEYOND ERIE AND NIAGARA COUNTIES, WHILE SUPPORTING 28 SCHOOL GARDENS THROUGH THEIR PROGRAMMING AND RESOURCES.
BUFFALO FREEDOM GARDENS - THIS RESIDENTIAL GARDENING PROJECT PROVIDED FREE GARDEN MATERIALS AND EDUCATION TO A TOTAL OF 57 HOUSEHOLDS IN 2022.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Tim Chen Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $65,708 |
Daniel Roma Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Daun Nicholas Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Kristin Re Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Eitan Stant Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Isabella Newman Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $176,880 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $447,315 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $624,195 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $2,284 |
| Investment income | $5,289 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $11,965 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $643,733 |
| 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. | $68,501 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $8,563 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $262,561 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,428 |
| Other employee benefits | $30,547 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,243 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,420 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $22,689 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $1,443 |
| Fees for services: Other | $82,527 |
| Advertising and promotion | $947 |
| Office expenses | $9,314 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $32,861 |
| Travel | $3,388 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $6,162 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $4,024 |
| Insurance | $1,913 |
| All other expenses | $505 |
| Total functional expenses | $623,498 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $295,582 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $15,616 |
| 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 | $17,652 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $74,969 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $217,020 |
| Total assets | $620,839 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $38,991 |
| 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 | $52,380 |
| Total liabilities | $91,371 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $470,460 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $59,008 |
| 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 | $620,839 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Grassroots Gardens Of Buffalo Inc has awarded $75,807 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MASSACHUSETTS AVENUE PROJECT PURPOSE: GARDEN PROGRAM | $55,668 |
RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF SUNY PURPOSE: FOOD PROJECT | $20,139 |