Flat Rock Brook Nature Association
- Assets
- $1.7m
- Revenue
- $898.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Englewood, NJ
- Founding
- 03/1974
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 23-7323476
Organization Overview
Flat Rock Brook Nature Association is located in Englewood, NJ. The organization was established in 1974. According to its NTEE Classification (D34) the organization is classified as: Wildlife Sanctuaries, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 08/2021, Flat Rock Brook Nature Association employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Flat Rock Brook Nature Association 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 08/2021, Flat Rock Brook Nature Association generated $898.8k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $674.2k during the year ending 08/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.2% 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 ADVANCE THE CAUSE OF NATURE STUDY PROGRAMS IN AND ABOUT ENGLEWOOD, NEW JERSEY. FLAT ROCK BROOK DEALS WITH THE PROMOTION OF RECREATIONAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITY AND PROVIDES INFORMATION LEADING TO THE PRESERVATION OF WILDLIFE. IN ADDITION, FLAT ROCK MANAGES 150 ACRES OF NATURE PRESERVE IN ENGLEWOOD, NEW JERSEY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FLAT ROCK BROOK'S 150 ACRES OF FORESTED LAND IS A UNIQUE SANCTUARY IN A HIGHLY URBANIZED AREA. IT ACTS AS A REFUGE FOR PLANT AND ANIMAL SPECIES IN AN AREA OTHERWISE LACKING AN ABUNDANCE OF GREEN SPACES. AS STEWARDS OF THE LAND IT IS FLAT ROCK BROOK'S RESPONSIBILITY TO IMPLEMENT PRACTICAL AND EFFECTIVE CONSERVATION AND MANAGEMENT PROJECTS THAT ENSURE A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR THE LAND. ALL OF THESE PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES SHARE A SET OF GOALS; TO INCREASE AND CONSERVE BIODIVERSITY, INCREASE THE VIABILITY OF OUR FOREST AS WILDLIFE HABITAT, AND SUPPORT FOREST REGENERATION AND RE-GROWTH OF NATIVE VEGETATION.
SUMMER NATURE DAY CAMP OFFERS HANDS-ON DISCOVERY AND ADVENTURE FOR CHILDREN AGES PRE-K TO EIGHTH GRADE. THEY EXPLORE THE FOREST, POND, AND MEADOW THROUGH NATURE ACTIVITES, CRAFTS, AND GAMES.
MATERIALS, EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES PURCHASED TO IMPLEMENT OUR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AGREEMENT FOR THE GRANT PERIOD 2020/01.
FLAT ROCK BROOK'S ONSITE AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS BRING NATURE INTO YOUR CLASSROOM. OUTREACH PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED TO SCHOOLS, HOUSES OF WORSHIP, CAMPS, LIBRARIES, SENIOR CENTERS, AND ANY OTHER GROUP THAT WOULD LIKE TO HAVE AN IMMERSIVE LEARNING EXPERIENCE. THE CLASSROOM-BASED OUTREACH PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO INSPIRE RESPECT FOR NATURE.FLAT ROCK OFFERS ONE-HOUR GUIDED NATURE WALKS FOR GROUPS YEAR ROUND. THESE WALKS ARE AVAILABLE TO GROUPS OF CHILDREN FOUR YEARS OR OLDER, YOUTH GROUPS, ADULT GROUPS, AND GROUPS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. WALKS FOLLOW THE TRAILS AND EXPLORE THE PLANTS AND ANIMALS OF THE POND, FOREST, AND FIELD HABITATS AS WELL AS SEASONAL CHANGES AT THE PRESERVE AND CAN BE CATERED TO THE SPECIFIC NEEDS AND INTERESTS OF EACH GROUP.WE OFFER FUN, NATURE-THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 AND OLDER.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stephen Wiessner Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $87,346 |
Janet Sharma President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Kathleen Silberstein 1st Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
John Kendrick 2nd Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Vasilios Ziangos Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Susan Klausner Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $11,280 |
| Fundraising events | $37,428 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $250,452 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $446,132 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $49,010 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $745,292 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $47,614 |
| Investment income | $16,644 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $12,548 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $14,364 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $58,767 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $898,829 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $2,495 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $95,587 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $23,897 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $239,923 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $5,130 |
| Other employee benefits | $24,137 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,971 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,681 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $10,005 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,212 |
| Office expenses | $47,013 |
| Information technology | $2,997 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $39,739 |
| Travel | $314 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $746 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $109,391 |
| Insurance | $53,197 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $674,199 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $27,287 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $196,755 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $20,100 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $108,144 |
| 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 | $1,000 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $633,477 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $721,966 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $1,708,729 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $14,588 |
| 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 | $72,831 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $87,419 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $788,087 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $833,223 |
| 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 | $1,708,729 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that Flat Rock Brook Nature Association has recieved totaling $14,669.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
C-T W L P Schenck Charitable Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $6,000 |
Panwy Foundation Inc Greenwich, CT PURPOSE: CHARITABLE DONATION | $2,500 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $2,500 |
Kurtz Family Foundation Inc Alpine, NJ PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $1,000 |
Organization Name not Listed PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | | $1,000 |
Mann Family Foundation Inc Englewood, NJ PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED SUPPORT OF ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT PURPOSE | $750 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $654,233 |
| Earnings | $104,693 |
| Other Expense | $831 |
| Ending Balance | $758,095 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Wildlife Alliance Inc New York, NY | $33,047,182 | $30,871,201 |
Spring Farm Center Alternative Research Education Sanctuary Clinton, NY | $37,377,649 | $4,817,582 |
Runnymede Sanctuary Ua Of Diana S Wister 08052013 Tr Coatesville, PA | $90,583,122 | $8,061,776 |
Hoffman Center East Norwich, NY | $16,036,287 | $811,133 |
Woodford Cedar Run Wildlife Refuge Inc Medford, NJ | $4,166,783 | $2,669,383 |
Arthurs Acres Animal Sanctuary Corporation Parksville, NY | $654,058 | $824,519 |
Riverhead Foundation For Marine Research And Preservation Riverhead, NY | $461,172 | $1,024,579 |
Mianus River Gorge Inc Bedford, NY | $26,784,480 | $2,994,291 |
Flat Rock Brook Nature Association Englewood, NJ | $1,708,729 | $898,829 |
Orangutan Outreach Inc Hudson, NY | $928,525 | $749,224 |
Hawk Creek Wildlife Center East Aurora, NY | $1,213,226 | $567,594 |
Dorflinger Suydam Wild Life Sanctuary Inc Honesdale, PA | $2,063,167 | $598,655 |