National Arbor Day Foundation
- Assets
- $114.2m
- Revenue
- $97.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 641
- Location
- Lincoln, NE
- Founding
- 02/1972
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 23-7169265
Organization Overview
National Arbor Day Foundation, operating under the name Arbor Day Foundation, is located in Lincoln, NE. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (C50) the organization is classified as: Environmental Beautification, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Arbor Day Foundation employed 641 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Arbor Day 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 06/2023, Arbor Day Foundation generated $97.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $86.0m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.4% 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, Arbor Day Foundation has awarded 276 individual grants totaling $12,217,939. 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE PURPOSE OF THE CORPORATION SHALL BE TO ENGAGE IN EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES INCLUDING OFFICALLY PROMOTING THE ANNUAL OBSERVANCE OF ARBOR DAY, INSPIRING PEOPLE TO PLANT, NURTURE, AND CELEBRATE TREES, STIMULATING A WORLD-WIDE PROGRAM OF TREE AND HORTICULTURAL PLANTING AND CARE, ADVANCING NATURE EDUCATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AND MAINTAINING ARBOR DAY FARM, THE ESTATE OF ARBOR DAY'S FOUNDER, J. STERLING MORTON.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
TREES FOR AMERICA - THE FOUNDATION'S SIGNATURE PROGRAM DISTRIBUTES MILLIONS OF TREES EACH YEAR ACROSS AMERICA, HELPS REPLANT FORESTS, AND TEACHES THE IMPORTANCE OF TREES.
RAIN FOREST RESCUE - VARIOUS ACTIVITIES THAT SUPPORT LOCAL PARTNERS AND COMMUNITIES IN THEIR EFFORTS TO PROTECT, SUSTAIN, AND RESTORE TROPICAL RAIN FORESTS.
ARBOR DAY FARM - THIS NATIONAL HISTORIC LANDMARK IS HOME TO LIED LODGE, INNOVATIVE CONSERVATION DEMONSTRATIONS, AND THE ARBOR DAY FARM TREE ADVENTURE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Danielle Crumrine Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Pat Covey Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Crayton Webb Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mark Johnson Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Leslie Weldon Vice Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mak Azadi Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Rr Donnelley Lettershop | 6/29/23 | $7,263,082 |
Usda Forest Service Tree Planting, Reforestation | 6/29/23 | $2,589,129 |
Aloma Land & Forest Llc Tree Planting, Reforestation | 6/29/23 | $2,377,567 |
Taylor Communication Printing | 6/29/23 | $2,187,181 |
Fedex Shipping Services | 6/29/23 | $1,503,705 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $15,707,066 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $546,751 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $53,585,112 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $339,362 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $69,838,929 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $16,739,827 |
| Investment income | $2,381,715 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $1,277,781 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $337,250 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,849,395 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $97,035,028 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $4,334,520 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $473,208 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,118,003 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,077,889 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $16,663,452 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $629,990 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,118,275 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,487,767 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $44,541 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $71,520 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,072,731 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,579,927 |
| Office expenses | $80,032 |
| Information technology | $1,501,498 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $379,272 |
| Travel | $1,361,043 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $34 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $2,858,929 |
| Insurance | $432,286 |
| All other expenses | $9,255,921 |
| Total functional expenses | $85,958,857 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | -$3,795,638 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $35,843,633 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $958,442 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $6,678,410 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,289,043 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $10,275,101 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $33,244,943 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $9,463,720 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $17,627,228 |
| Intangible assets | $12,267 |
| Other assets | $2,641,978 |
| Total assets | $114,239,127 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $10,933,851 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,645,242 |
| 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 | $9,057,891 |
| Total liabilities | $21,636,984 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $91,706,169 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $895,974 |
| 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 | $114,239,127 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, National Arbor Day Foundation has awarded $4,334,520 in support to 75 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
SPEAK FOR THE TREES PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $28,597 |
GARDEN TIME INC PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $20,000 |
UNITED CHARITABLE PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $23,358 |
FOOD 4 FARMERS PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $53,130 |
KEEP AMERICA BEAUTIFUL INC PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $21,874 |
CITY PARKS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: ENCOURAGE AND FACILITATE THE ADOPTION OF LEADING-EDGE PRACTICES IN MUNICIPAL FORESTS INCLUDING INVENTORY, PLANTING, MAINTENANCE AND EDUCATION. | $38,550 |