Earth School Educational Foundation Inc
- Assets
- $881.9k
- Revenue
- $656.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Phoenix, AZ
- Founding
- 04/2009
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 26-1204422
Organization Overview
Earth School Educational Foundation Inc, operating under the name Carbon Nation, is located in Phoenix, AZ. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (B99) the organization is classified as: Education N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Carbon Nation 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 09/2021, Carbon Nation generated $656.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 25.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $582.8k during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 21.4% 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
ENVIRONMENT AND EDUCATIONAL FILMS - THE CARBON NATION DOCUMENTARY FILM SERIES AND NATIONAL TOUR BEGAN IN 2010 WITH 1500 SHOWINGS ON THE POSITIVE SOLUTIONS TO THE DAMAGING EFFECT OF CLIMATE CHANGE
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EARTH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION CONTINUES THE PRODUCTION AND RELEASE OF SERIES OF SHORT FILMS ON SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE, CARBON MITIGATION AND SOIL HEALTH. SHORT FILM, USED AS COMMUNICATION TOOLS, ARE SCREENED AND PRESENTED AT FILM FESTIVALS, CONFERENCES, CORPORATIONS, STAKEHOLDER ORGANIZATIONS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS. ALL SHORT FILMS ARE AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC VIEWING ONLINE AND FREE OF CHARGE.RECENT FILM RELEASES INCLUDE: HERD IMPACT, THIS FARM IS MEDICINE, DURING THE DROUGHT, I SEE WATER & SUNSINE, GIVERS AND TAKERS, A FENCE AND AN OWNER. AN EARLIER FILM - ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND BEATING HEARTS - IS RECIPIENT OF MANY AWARDS AT 2017 FILM FESTIVALS:WINNER BEST SHORT DOCUMENTARY (CLEVELAND INTL FILM FESTIVAL), WINNER BEST AZ SHORT DOCUMENARY (PHOENIX FILM FESTIVAL), WINNER BEST SHORT DOCUMENTARY (PHILADELPHIA ENV FILM FESTIVAL, MACON FILM FESTIVAL, OXFORD FILM FESTIVAL AND PORT TOWNSEND FILM FESTIVAL). WINNER PRIZE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL ADVOCACY (ENVIROFILM).
RESEARCH PROJECT - CARBON COWBOYSEARTH SCHOOL EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION INC (ESEF) IN COLLABORATION WITH ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY (ASU) CONVENED AND LEADS RESEACH PROJECT WITH 20 ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENTISTS FROM UNIVERSITIES AND ORGANIZATIONS ACROSS AMERICA, WHO ARE LOOKING AT POTENTIAL WAYS TO DRAW DOWN MATERIAL AMOUNTS OF ATMOSPHERIC CO2. THE SCIENCE TEAM IS STUDING IMPACTS OF ADAPTIVE MULTI-PADDOCK (AMP) GRAZING ON AMERICAN FARMS AND RANCHES. ESEF IS FILMING THE ENTIRE RESEACH PROJECT AND PRODUCING FEATURE LENGTH DOCUMENTARY FILM. IN SPRING 2018, AMP GRAZING REARCH TEAM BEGAIN FIELD MEASUREMENTS IN THE SOUTHEAST USA. MEASURED DATA WAS COMPILED FROM CONTROLLED AND SEGMENTED TEST FIELDS ON TEN FARMS IN KY, TN, AL AND MS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Johanna C Byck Secretary Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $22,020 |
Peter M Byck President CEO | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $7,000 |
Barry Sackett VP Director | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
L Michael Cantor Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
David Allen Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Turney Berry 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 | $655,005 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $655,005 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,059 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $656,064 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $29,020 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $373,525 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $137,426 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| 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 | $42,849 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $582,820 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $527,921 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $18,021 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $336,000 |
| Total assets | $881,942 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,738 |
| 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 | $3,738 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $878,204 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $881,942 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Earth School Educational Foundation Inc has awarded $7,956 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Tempe, AZ PURPOSE: FILM PROJECT GRANTS ADM SUPPORT | $5,000 |
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: FILM PROJECT GRANTS ADM SUPPORT | $2,956 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Earth School Educational Foundation Inc has recieved totaling $717,250.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Arizona State University Foundation For A New American University Tempe, AZ PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $717,250 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Kipp Foundation San Francisco, CA | $136,274,072 | $130,699,963 |
The Chicago School - California Inc Los Angeles, CA | $127,785,110 | $98,235,232 |
Social Good Fund Richmond, CA | $64,387,201 | $85,650,973 |
Avid Center San Diego, CA | $134,506,037 | $61,146,519 |
Khan Academy Inc Mountain View, CA | $115,035,528 | $59,263,743 |
California School Employees Association San Jose, CA | $160,720,307 | $80,296,309 |
Prager University Foundation Sherman Oaks, CA | $86,724,321 | $65,499,557 |
The Oakland Public Education Fund Oakland, CA | $29,835,630 | $28,210,005 |
Classical Academy Colorado Springs, CO | $97,154,437 | $39,391,484 |
Unicare Community Health Center Inc Ontario, CA | $12,734,998 | $31,780,162 |
Spectrum Healthcare Group Inc Cottonwood, AZ | $17,862,058 | $29,292,227 |
University Studies Abroad Consortium Reno, NV | $41,233,258 | $28,044,577 |