Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Foundation Inc

Organization Overview

Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Foundation Inc is located in Buellton, CA. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (C40) the organization is classified as: Botanical, Horticultural & Landscape Services, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Foundation Inc 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 12/2023, Santa Ynez Valley Botanic Garden Foundation Inc generated $407.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 60.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $344.5k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 62.6% per year over the past 4 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

THE MISSION OF THE SANTA YNEZ BOTANIC GARDEN FOUNDATION IS TO PROVIDE A UNIQUE, ACCESSIBLE AND INTERACTIVE ENVIRONMENT, HIGHLIGHTING PLANTS NATIVE TO THE SANTA YNEZ RIVER WATERSHED. THE GARDEN WILL ENCOURAGE COMMUNITY COLLABORATION, FORSTER NEW APPROACHES TO ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AND CULATIVATE AN APPRECIATION OF THE NATURAL WORLD. AS A SOURCE OF INSPRIRATION AND INFORMATION, THE GARDEN WILL BE A VENUE FOR ARTS AND CRAFTS, AND A PEACEFUL REFUGE FOR VISITORS OF ALL AGES.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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HOLIDAY LIGHTSTHE HOLIDAY LIGHTS FESTIVAL WAS ESTABLISHED TO BRING THE COMMUNITY TOGETHER AND ESTABLISH AWARENESS OF THE GARDEN AS WELL AS GENERATE FUNDS FOR IMPROVEMENTS AND UPKEEP OF THE GARDEN AND ITS PROGRAMS. IT WAS ALSO DEVELOPED TO HELP BENEFIT OTHER LOCAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND LOCAL VENDORS DURING THE FESTIVAL.


NATIVE BOTANICAL GARDENTHE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES A BOTANICAL GARDEN FOR COMMUNITY ENJOYMENT, INVOLVEMENT, AND EDUCATION WHICH IS THE VENUE FOR THE FOUNDATION'S ACTIVITIES. THE ONGOING MAINTENANCE & UPKEEP OF THE PROPERTY ALLOWS THE GARDEN TO FULFILL IT'S MISSION OF PROVIDING A PLACE FOR ALL TO ENJOY.


CLASSES & WORKSHOPSOUR WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES WERE ALL ATTENDED BY LOCAL YOUTH AND SCHOOL GROUPS PROVIDING EDUCATION ABOUT NATURE AND LOCAL NATIVE PLANTS WHILE ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY AND YOUTH IN NATURE.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Derek Glas
President
$0
Eva Powers
Treasurer
$0
Puck Erickson Lohnas
Founder
$0
Tashina Sanders
Secretary
$0
Heather Wehnau
Horticulture
$0
Aaron Liggett
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$1,940
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $58,595
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$59,755
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $1,243
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$120,290
Total Program Service Revenue$287,025
Investment income $84
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 $407,399

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