Urban Tilth
- Assets
- $4.8m
- Revenue
- $5.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 77
- Location
- Richmond, CA
- Founding
- 02/2007
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 20-4124161
Organization Overview
Urban Tilth is located in Richmond, CA. The organization was established in 2007. According to its NTEE Classification (C42) the organization is classified as: Garden Clubs, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Urban Tilth employed 77 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Urban Tilth 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, Urban Tilth generated $5.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 32.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 17.2% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
URBAN TILTH HIRES AND TRAINS LOCAL RESIDENTS TO CULTIVATE AGRICULTURE IN WEST CONTRA COSTA COUNTY TO INCREASE ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD AND HELP OUR COMMUNITY BUILD A MORE SUSTAINABLE, HEALTHY, AND JUST FOOD SYSTEM. WE USE OUR ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL JUSTICE EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO INSPIRE, EDUCATE, AND EMPOWER LOCAL RESIDENTS TO CREATE A HEALTHIER AND MORE SELF-SUFFICIENT COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS IS A PROJECT OPEN-TO-ALL COMMUNITY FARMS, GARDENS, AND EDIBLE STREETSCAPES LOCATED AT SITES THROUGH RICHMOND. THIS IS CENTERED ON NEARLY TWO ACRES OF THE RICHMOND GREENWAY, A FORMER RAILWAY LINE, WHERE WE HAVE PLANTED AND MANAGE A BERRYLAND, AN EDIBLE FOREST. ALSO INCLUDES A 42 RAISED BED COMMUNITY GARDEN ALSO ON THE RICHMOND GREENWAY. WE ALSO OPERATE A GARDEN TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TEAM WHICH EMPLOYS AND TRAINS LOCAL YOUTH TO HELP OTHER SCHOOLS, COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS AND CHURCHES BUILD AND MAINTAIN THEIR OWN GARDENS.
FISCAL SPONSORSHIP RELATES TO COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE MANAGEMENT AND REVIEW OF ADMINISTRATIVE FUNCTIONS FOR ORGANIZATIONS THAT DO NOT HAVE FORMAL 501C3 STATUS AND WHICH HAVE ARRANGED TO OPERATE UNDER THE UMBRELLA OF URBAN TILTH. SEVERAL OF THESE ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDE COOPERATION RICHMOND, IT TAKES A VILLAGE, RICH CITY RIDES, MOVING FORWARD, RICHMOND GROWS SEED LIBRARY, AND FCYPHER HEALING HERBS PODCAST PROJECT.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS IS A FARM, CLASSROOM, AND COMMUNITY PROGRAM AT RICHMOND HIGH SCHOOL. THE INSTITUTE CONSTITUTES AN IN-CLASS ACCREDITED CLASS CALLED "URBAN ECOLOGY AND AMERICAN FOOD SYSTEMS": AN ON-SITE 8000 SQUARE FOOT FARM AND A CSA PROGRAM SERVING THE SCHOOL COMMUNITY. IN ADDITION THE EDUCATION PROGRAM HAS AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS CALLED; THE HEALING MOVEMENT, THE URBAN NATURALISTS, URBAN WATERSHED, AND NATURALISTS CLUB. THE EDUCATION AND URBAN AGRICULTURE ALSO INCLUDES OUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL PROGRAMS AT VERDE ELEMENTARY AND LINCOLN ELEMENTARY. AT THESE TWO SITES WE MANAGE LARGE GARDENS, IN-SCHOOL AND AFTER-SCHOOL GARDENING, NUTRITION AND SCIENCE PROGRAMS. IT ALSO INCLUDES A 40,000 SQUARE FOOT URBAN FARM AT ADAMS MIDDLE SCHOOL, AN ABANDONED MIDDLE SCHOOL CAMPUS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE WEST CONTA COSTA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT. LASTLY, THE BASINS OF RELATIONS WATERSHED STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM INCLUDES TRAINING IN WATERSHED TECHNOLOGY, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, AND DEVELOPMENT OF A COMMUNITY TRAIL.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Doria Robinson Executive Dir. | Trustee | 40 | $143,000 |
Jen Loy Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Alfonso Leon Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dana Perls Board Chair | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Erwin Lee Acox Jr Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Heather Blackie Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $376,222 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $5,444,764 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,820,986 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $71,729 |
| Investment income | $16 |
| 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 | $5,892,731 |
| 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. | $143,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $143,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,600,517 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $116,727 |
| Payroll taxes | $148,640 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,545 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $46,514 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,560 |
| Office expenses | $58,048 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $94,268 |
| Travel | $689 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,715 |
| Interest | $6,919 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $31,771 |
| Insurance | $60,577 |
| All other expenses | $242,370 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,839,035 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,441,422 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $209,388 |
| 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 | $27,463 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,080,671 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $73,650 |
| Total assets | $4,832,594 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $120,993 |
| 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 | $2,296 |
| Total liabilities | $123,289 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $4,709,305 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $4,832,594 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Urban Tilth has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Violet World Foundations Ft Mitchell, KY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $5,000 |
Washakie Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $5,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Yerba Buena Gardens Conservancy San Francisco, CA | $153,256,761 | $7,425,550 |
Japanese Garden Society Of Oregon Portland, OR | $44,473,074 | $15,655,975 |
Planting Justice Oakland, CA | $4,611,145 | $5,197,320 |
Urban Tilth Richmond, CA | $4,832,594 | $5,892,731 |
Ventura Botanical Gardens Inc Ventura, CA | $6,246,442 | $1,690,815 |
Klamath Siskiyou Wildlands Center Ashland, OR | $1,231,973 | $917,118 |
American Rhododendron Society Lake Oswego, OR | $5,642,845 | $704,569 |
Oregon Wheat Growers League Pendleton, OR | $803,641 | $596,698 |
Portland Garden Club Portland, OR | $750,836 | $498,760 |
Cactus & Succulent Society Of America Inc Claremont, CA | $822,356 | $401,543 |
Pasadena Tournament Of Roses Foundation Pasadena, CA | $3,616,176 | $442,342 |
Urban Farming Education Phoenix, AZ | $36,842 | $254,929 |