Sweet Grass Community Foundation
- Assets
- $3.4m
- Revenue
- $1.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Big Timber, MT
- Founding
- 04/2003
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-0018693
Organization Overview
Sweet Grass Community Foundation is located in Big Timber, MT. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (S20) the organization is classified as: Community & Neighborhood Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Sweet Grass Community Foundation employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sweet Grass Community 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, Sweet Grass Community Foundation generated $1.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $770.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 14.9% 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, Sweet Grass Community Foundation has awarded 69 individual grants totaling $1,480,205. 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
BUILD RELATIONSHIPS AND MANAGE FUNDS TO FOCUS, STRENGTHEN, AND ADVANCE OUR COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS THEIR MISSION THROUGH VARIOUS GRANT-MAKING ACTIVITIES INCLUDING THE COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTS, MICRO GRANTS, SPECIAL PROJECT (FIELD OF INTEREST) FUNDS, AND SCHOLARSHIPS. THESE GRANTS AND SCHOLARSHIPS ARE DERIVED FROM INVESTMENT EARNINGS FROM ENDOWMENT AND DONOR ADVISED FUNDS.THE COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANTING PROGRAM PROVIDES A QUARTERLY FUNDING OPPORTUNITY FOR LOCAL QUALIFIED ORGANIZATIONS. A HIGHER PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO REQUESTS THAT MAKE AN IMPACT IN SWEET GRASS COUNTY; HAVE A SUBSTANTIAL IMPACT IN OUR COMMUNITY AND FOR THE APPLICANT; AND MEET IMPORTANT OR UNMET NEEDS. DURING 2021, THE FOUNDATION GRANTED $119,200 TO 17 DIFFERENT LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS. THERE WERE NO MICRO GRANTS MADE DURING 2021.DURING 2021 THE ORGANIZATION SUPPORTED VARIOUS SPECIAL PROJECT FUNDS INCLUDING THE BTGS PLAYGROUND FUND; CITY PARK BASKETBALL COURT FUND; FRIENDS OF DORNIX PARK; OLD HIGH SCHOOL PROJECT FUND; SGHS CIVIC CENTER PROJECT FUND; SWEET GRASS CANCER ALLIANCE FUND; SWEET GRASS PARTNERS IN EDUCATION; AND SWEET GRASS RECYCLE FUND.DURING 2021 THE ORGANIZATION MADE $2,000 IN SCHOLARSHIPS FROM THE ROBERT MARTINZ SCHOLARSHIP FUND.
GIVE WHERE YOU LIVE COMMUNITY FUNDRAISER PROMOTES PHILANTHROPY IN THE COMMUNITY AND BUILDS AWARENESS AROUND LOCAL NONPROFITS. AWARDED THE FOLLOWING GRANTS FROM GWYL FUNDS.ASPEN - $5,928 - TO PROVIDE LAW ENFORCEMENT IN SWEET GRASS COUNTY PROFESSIONAL TRAINING ABOUT RESPONDING TO DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, SEXUAL ASSAULT AND HUMAN TRAFFICKING.BT AFTER SCHOOL CLUB - $11,230 - FUNDS WERE USED FOR PROGRAM EXPENSES, INCLUDING ART SUPPLIES, SNACKS, LEARNING MATERIALS AND STAFF.CASA = $15,788 - TO FOSTER YOUTH ADVOCACY IN SWEET GRASS COUNTY.CRAZY PEAK CATTLE WOMEN - $4,687 - ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS, BEEF TO SCHOOL PROGRAM, AND THE 4TH GRADE PIONEER MEATS FIELD TRIP.FRIENDS OF DORNIX PARK - $6,672 - FOR ON-GOING TRAIL, FENCE, AND ROAD MAINTENANCE, WEED CONTROL, LANDSCAPING AND MOWING, PRAIRIE RESTORATION, TRASH AND DOG PICK-UP, AND TREE TRIMMING.FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY - $8,397 - TO EXPAND THE BOOK BUDGET, AUDIO BOOKS, SUMMER READING PROGRAM, BOOKS FOR 2ND GRADERS, PROGRAMS INCLUDING AUTHOR FOR A NIGHT AND BOOKS FOR BABIES.HEARTS AND HANDS HOSPICE - $7,010 - TO SUPPORT THE MONTHLY CHARITABLE GIVING PROJECT AND PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY WITH OUTREACH AND EDUCATION.HOSPITALITY HOUSE - $13,516 - TO SUPPLEMENT OUR RAW FOOD PROGRAM TO KEEP A VARIETY TO OUR MEALS.SWEET GRASS AMBULANCE DEPT - $6,807 - TO REPLACE NITROUS OXIDE UNITS AND PURCHASE ADDITIONAL PAGER.SWEET GRASS ANIMAL COALITION - $5,031 - TO COVER EXPENSES ASSOCIATED WITH SPAY/NEUTER/VACCINATION CLINICS AND TO PURCHASE TRAPS FOR WILD/BARN CAT TRANSPORTATION.SWEET GRASS ARTS ALLIANCE - $7,678 - GENERAL OPERATING EXPENSES AND SUPPLEMENT EXPENSES FOR ANY LIVE PERFORMANCES.SWEET GRASS CANCER ALLIANCE - $7,143 - TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR INDIVIDUALS TO OFFSET THE ADDED EXPENSES OF CANCER AND CANCER TREATMENTS.SG CO. SEARCH AND RESCUE - $22,543 - TO UPGRADE EQUIPMENT, INCLUDING A BOAT, MORE WATER RESCUE EQUIPMENT SUCH AS DRY SUITS, ROPE THROW BAGS, AND LIFE JACKETS, AND COMMUNICATION TOOLS LIKE PAGERS AND RADIOS.SG PARTNERS IN EDUCATION - $5,572 - TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PROJECTS, PROGRAMS, AND SCHOLARSHIPS TO ENRICH EDUCATION IN SWEET GRASS COUNTY.SOUTH CENTRAL MONTANA REGIONAL MENTAL HEALTH - $6,300 - TO HELP CLIENTS WITH MENTAL HEALTH AND ADDICTION SERVICES IN SWEET GRASS COUNTY.SWEET GRASS TECHNICAL INSTITUTE - $15,048 - FOR PROJECT CARS, SHOP SUPPLIES, AND OPERATING EXPENSES.
FISCAL SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM - ALLOWS ORGANIZATIONS TO FOCUS ON THEIR MISSIONS AND NOT ON 501(C)3 REQUIREMENTS. WE PROVIDE BOOKKEEPING AND ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, AS WELL AS FUNDRAISING TIPS AND ASSISTANCE BUILDING POLICIES AND PROCEDURES. SUPPORTED 3 LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS DURING 2021 INCLUDING SWEET GRASS ANIMAL COALITION, SWEET GRASS CANCER ALLIANCE, AND CRAZY MOUNTAIN WRESTLING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Corry Cremer-Seitz Executive Director | 40 | $64,415 | |
Kathy Mandity Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Tara Becken Vice Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Colter Todd Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Brian Engle Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Page Dringman Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,418,680 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $51,040 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,418,680 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $8,472 |
| Investment income | $102,504 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $136,334 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,665,990 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $574,260 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $15,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $64,415 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $36,546 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $11,072 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,605 |
| Payroll taxes | $6,322 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,547 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $26,867 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,813 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $6,093 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $109 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $132 |
| Insurance | $1,088 |
| All other expenses | $4,493 |
| Total functional expenses | $770,622 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $368,050 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $20,197 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $104,960 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $300,224 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,604,672 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $3,398,103 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $1 |
| Total liabilities | $1 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,732,977 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $665,125 |
| 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 | $3,398,103 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Sweet Grass Community Foundation has awarded $544,958 in support to 21 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
SWEET GRASS COUNTY HIGH SCHOO PURPOSE: Improvements to Civic Center | $285,775 |
Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: Raw Food Program; Remodel | $43,517 |
Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: New heat & A/C System | $22,860 |
SWEET GRASS CO SEARCH & RESCU PURPOSE: NEW EQUIPMENT | $22,543 |
Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: holiday lights; farmers mkt tent | $17,442 |
Livingston, MT PURPOSE: Foster Youth Advocacy | $16,788 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Sweet Grass Community Foundation has recieved totaling $23,326.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Sweet Grass Community Foundation Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: Support cancer treatement expenses | $7,143 |
Sweet Grass Community Foundation Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: Projects, programs, scholarships | $5,572 |
Sweet Grass Community Foundation Big Timber, MT PURPOSE: New supplies, clinic expenses | $5,031 |
Newton Family Fund Jackson, WY PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $5,000 |
The J Michael Gearon Jr Foundation Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: NON-RESTRICTED | $500 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $80 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $1,961,810 |
| Earnings | $207,350 |
| Net Contributions | $457,042 |
| Other Expense | $11,780 |
| Grants | $9,750 |
| Ending Balance | $2,604,672 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Montana Community Development Corporation Missoula, MT | $128,107,962 | $17,427,104 |
Rocky Mountain Development Council Inc Helena, MT | $19,568,493 | $12,980,509 |
Thunder Valley Community Development Corporation Porcupine, SD | $24,786,426 | $14,048,128 |
Western South Dakota Community Action Inc Rapid City, SD | $273,358 | $4,989,303 |
Council Of Community Services Gillette, WY | $4,502,948 | $3,710,505 |
Sioux Falls Development Foundation Inc Sioux Falls, SD | $50,584,468 | $7,701,176 |
East Central Idaho Planning And Development Association Rexburg, ID | $26,888,994 | $3,244,915 |
Community Action Partnership Association Of Idaho Boise, ID | $322,492 | $2,196,059 |
Technology For Rural Enhancement Of Communities Belle Fourche, SD | $1,025,432 | $1,756,626 |
Stark Development Corporation Dickinson, ND | $9,498,776 | $1,783,751 |
Northeastern South Dakota Health Plan Milbank, SD | $31,039,303 | $1,628,510 |
Nacdc Financial Services Inc Browning, MT | $10,612,328 | $4,375,073 |