Conservation Lands Foundation
- Assets
- $10.3m
- Revenue
- $7.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 24
- Location
- Durango, CO
- Founding
- 10/2007
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 20-8924520
Organization Overview
Conservation Lands Foundation is located in Durango, CO. The organization was established in 2007. 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 12/2021, Conservation Lands Foundation employed 24 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Conservation Lands 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 12/2021, Conservation Lands Foundation generated $7.5m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.1m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.3% 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.
Since 2015, Conservation Lands Foundation has awarded 342 individual grants totaling $11,627,652. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROTECT, RESTORE, AND EXPAND THE NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS THROUGH EDUCATION,ADVOCACY, AND PARTNERSHIPS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONSTITUENCY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM: THE FOUNDATION WORKS HAND-IN-HAND WITH 80 PLUS ORGANIZATIONS AND HUNDREDS OF CITIZEN ADVOCATES THROUGHOUT THE NATION. GIVING THEM FINANCIAL AND PROFESSIONAL RESOURCES FOR POLICY, LEGAL, RESTORATION AND ADVOCACY WORK. THEIR INDIVIDUAL STRENGTH AND SUCCESS ON THE GROUND AUTHENTICALLY BUILDS OUR COLLECTIVE IMPACT, TRANSLATING TO BIGGER, BETTER AND MORE ENDURING PROTECTIONS FOR NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS. RESOURCES INCLUDE BUT ARE NOT LIMITED TO: GRANTS FOR PROJECT-SPECIFIC WORK; GRANTS FOR GENERAL SUPPORT AND ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT; FUNDRAISING SUPPORT, INCLUDING TRAININGS AND RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT; CONSULTING FOR LEGAL, POLICY OR TECHNICAL HELP; TRAININGS FOR BOARD AND STAFF DEVELOPMENT; MEDIA ENGAGEMENT AND COMMUNICATIONS TRAINING; RESTORATION PROJECTS AND PARTICIPATION AT OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE, THE FRIENDS' GRASSROOTS NETWORK SUMMIT.
POLICY AND LEGAL/CONSERVATION CAMPAIGNS: THE FOUNDATION LEADS A NATIONAL MOVEMENT OF COMMUNITY-BASED ADVOCATES TO CARE FOR AMERICA'S NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS OF ENVIRONMENTAL, CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL SIGNIFICANCE. TO ACHIEVE THIS, WE ARE BUILDING PLACE-BASED, LOCAL PROPOSALS TO IDENTIFY PLACES THAT ARE WORTHY OF DURABLE AND LASTING PROTECTIONS NOW AND FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. OUR WORK ENSURES THAT THE VOICES OF CONSERVATIONISTS, BUSINESS OWNERS, SPORTSMEN, NATIVE AMERICANS AND OTHERS FROM THESE LOCAL COMMUNITIES ARE RESPECTED AND REFLECTED IN CONSERVATION MANAGEMENT POLICIES. THIS PROGRAM BUILDS AND CONVEYS GRASSROOTS AND NATIONAL SUPPORT FOR LANDS DESERVING OF NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS DESIGNATION AND IMPROVED MANAGEMENT POLICIES. CLF ALSO WORKS WITH OUR PARTNERS TO PROMOTE AND DEFEND THE ANTIQUITIES ACT AND OTHER POLICIES VITAL TO CARING FOR AMERICA'S NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS.
COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM: THE GOAL OF THE COMMUNICATIONS PROGRAM IS TO INCREASE AWARENESS OF THE VALUES AND BEAUTY OF THE NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS TO THE AMERICAN PEOPLE AND HOLD POLICYMAKERS ACCOUNTABLE FOR THEIR CONSERVATION. CLF WORKS WITH ITS FRIENDS GRASSROOTS NETWORK AND OTHER ALLIES TO PURSUE MEDIA COVERAGE OF THE NATIONAL CONSERVATION LANDS.
WESTERN ARTIC PROGRAM: THE CONSERVATION LANDS FOUNDATION IS LEADING A COALITION OF CONSERVATION GROUPS, SCIENTISTS, SPORTSMEN AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND WORKING WITH ALASKA NATIVES TO ADVANCE MEANINGFUL PROTECTIONS FOR THE WESTERN ARCTIC'S 11 MILLION ACRES OF SPECIAL AREAS WHILE ENSURING THAT OIL AND GAS DEVELOPMENT ON LANDS AVAILABLE FOR LEASING CAUSES THE LEAST AMOUNT OF IMPACT TO THE REGION'S SENSITIVE LANDS AND WILDLIFE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brian Sybert Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $159,505 |
John Wallin Deputy Direc | 40 | $151,807 | |
Suzanne Connors Sr Developme | 40 | $133,762 | |
Julie Thibodeau Sr Dir Fina | Officer | 40 | $132,896 |
Kristine Deutschman Sr Comm Dire | 40 | $124,679 | |
Dave Fienman Govt Affairs | 40 | $114,309 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Advocates For The West Inc Consultant | 12/30/19 | $0 |
Full Court Press Communications Inc Consultant | 12/30/19 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $957,510 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,567,948 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $60,247 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $7,525,458 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $7,082 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$26 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,535,879 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,821,225 |
| 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. | $292,401 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $212,648 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,916,240 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $159,627 |
| Other employee benefits | $213,474 |
| Payroll taxes | $170,636 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $511,273 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,106 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $2,261 |
| Fees for services: Other | $450,583 |
| Advertising and promotion | $72,575 |
| Office expenses | $80,628 |
| Information technology | $4,438 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $117,749 |
| Travel | $236,180 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $15,532 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $6,076 |
| Insurance | $18,959 |
| All other expenses | $12,298 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,120,261 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,285,189 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $5,973,019 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,009,370 |
| 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 | $28,136 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $13,893 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $10,309,607 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $239,051 |
| 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 | $239,051 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $7,842,662 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,227,894 |
| 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 | $10,309,607 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Conservation Lands Foundation has awarded $1,656,500 in support to 51 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Ontario, OR PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $105,000 |
Salt Lake City, UT PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $95,000 |
Bishop, CA PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $80,000 |
Bluff, UT PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $80,000 |
Las Vegas, NV PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $65,000 |
Banning, CA PURPOSE: PROMOTE CONSERVATION | $65,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Conservation Lands Foundation has recieved totaling $96,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Wallace Genetic Foundation Ii Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: GENERALOPERATINGSUPPORT | $75,000 |
Sullivan Family Foundation Eden, NY PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $15,000 |
T Beck Foundation Salt Lake City, UT PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED CHARITABLE DONATION | $5,000 |
The Arbutus Family Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $1,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Arizona Land And Water Trust Inc Tucson, AZ | $19,341,295 | $7,113,905 |
Conservation Lands Foundation Durango, CO | $10,309,607 | $7,535,879 |
Mesa County Land Conservancy Inc Grand Junction, CO | $4,321,084 | $5,838,861 |
Jackson Hole Land Trust Jackson, WY | $34,929,001 | $7,522,371 |
Realty Gift Fund Santa Fe, NM | $5,081,165 | $9,881,385 |
Palladium Foundation Salt Lake City, UT | $46,965,152 | $3,512,246 |
Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc Salt Lake City, UT | $10,664,268 | $4,249,074 |
Tohono Chul Park Inc Tucson, AZ | $10,057,876 | $2,788,599 |
Mcdowell Sonoran Conservancy Scottsdale, AZ | $2,977,971 | $1,763,794 |
Rio Grande Headwaters Land Tr A Colorado Nonprofit Corporation Del Norte, CO | $1,933,137 | $1,769,707 |
Wildlands Restoration Volunteers Longmont, CO | $2,417,099 | $1,734,590 |
Scottsdale Preserve Authority Scottsdale, AZ | $1,383,750 | $1,423,310 |