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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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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.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Derek Glas President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Eva Powers Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Puck Erickson Lohnas Founder | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Tashina Sanders Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Heather Wehnau Horticulture | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Aaron Liggett Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $0 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $0 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $4,855 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $105 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $303 |
Information technology | $1,217 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $5,626 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $1,946 |
All other expenses | $1,540 |
Total functional expenses | $344,473 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $287,530 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $4,177 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $37,703 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $329,410 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities | $0 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $78,302 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $251,108 |
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 | $329,410 |