Whiterock Conservancy
- Assets
- $23.2m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $545.0k
- Employees
- 19
- Location
- Coon Rapids, IA
- Founding
- 10/2006
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 27-0110952
Organization Overview
Whiterock Conservancy is located in Coon Rapids, IA. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Whiterock Conservancy employed 19 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Whiterock Conservancy 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, Whiterock Conservancy generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 9 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (17.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.7m during the year ending 12/2023. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO IMPROVE THE CONDITION OF OUR CONSERVATION LAND THROUGH APPROPRIATE LAND MANAGEMENT, DEMONSTRATE SUSTAINABLE FARMING METHODS, AND PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR OUR VISITORS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LAND STEWARDSHIP AND CONSERVATION PROGRAM: WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY IS DEDICATED TO PROTECTING, RESTORING AND ENHANCING THE NATURAL RESOURCES OF THE MIDDLE RACCOON RIVER VALLEY BY: 1) PURSUING A LAND STEWARDSHIP AND CONSERVATION PROGRAM THAT DEMONSTRATES INNOVATIVE ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION AND STEWARDSHIP TECHNIQUES ON WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY'S 1,261 ACRES OF PRAIRIE, 1,164 ACRES OF SAVANNA/TIMBER, AND 136 ACRES OF WETLANDS; AND 2) WORKING WITH NEIGHBORS, PROJECT PARTNERS, AND OTHER RURAL LANDOWNERS TO DEVELOP, IMPLEMENT, DEMONSTRATE ECONOMICALLY VIABLE AND ECOLOGICALLY SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE PRACTICES ON WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY'S 690 ACRES OF CROP LAND, 684 ACRES OF PASTURE, AND 1,998.04 ACRES OF CONSERVATION EASEMENT PROPERTIES.
OUTDOOR RECREATION AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION: A GOAL OF WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY IS TO PROVIDE THE PUBLIC WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO ACCESS AND ENGAGE WITH THE OUTDOORS FOR RECREATION, RENEWAL, AND EDUCATION TO INCREASE APPRECIATION OF THE CULTURAL, NATURAL AND SCENIC RESOURCES OF RURAL IOWA. THIS GOAL IS ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH THE OPERATION OF WHITEROCK GUEST SERVICES, DESIGNED TO FACILITATE ACCESS AND ENGAGEMENT BY PROVIDING VARIOUS OVERNIGHT ACCOMODATIONS AND A RANGE OF PROGRAMS AND EVENTS FROM GUIDED TOURS, NATURE WALKS, FISHING, BOATING, BIRD WATCHING, ETC., ALONG WITH RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT RENTALS. WHITEROCK GUEST SERVICES OPERATES AS A FEE FOR SERVICE PROGRAM; HOWEVER, MANY ACTIVITIES ARE AVAILABLE AT NO CHARGE. FUNDS RAISED HAVE BEEN USED FOR CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF RECREATIONAL TRAILS THROUGHOUT WHITEROCK CONSERVANCY'S LAND AND ON 1,400 ACRES OF LAND OWNED BY THE GARST FAMILY, ON WHICH A TRAIL COORIDOR EASEMENT HAS BEEN SECURED.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Todd Coffelt Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $0 |
Sally Worley Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Lisa Hein Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Kate Zimmerman Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $72,990 |
Sarah Garst Director | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Nate Reagen Director | Trustee | 4 | $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 | $442,837 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $11,452 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $442,837 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $850,177 |
| Investment income | $101,257 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $35,444 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $11,019 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,448,751 |
| 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. | $79,312 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,087 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $519,379 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $9,475 |
| Other employee benefits | $32,275 |
| Payroll taxes | $54,964 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,238 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $29,209 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $20,697 |
| Fees for services: Other | $57,169 |
| Advertising and promotion | $19,286 |
| Office expenses | $8,868 |
| Information technology | $17,873 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $135,828 |
| Travel | $21,860 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $1,766 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $298,123 |
| Insurance | $75,595 |
| All other expenses | $37,441 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,669,277 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,895 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $860,583 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $40,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,826 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $11,485 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $88,914 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $15,950,023 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,641,488 |
| Investments—other securities | $545,000 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,082,676 |
| Total assets | $23,229,890 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $121,254 |
| 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 | $88,505 |
| Total liabilities | $209,759 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $17,336,259 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,683,872 |
| 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 | $23,229,890 |