Black Bear Solar Institute Corporation is located in Pigeon Forge, TN. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (C35) the organization is classified as: Energy Resources Conservation & Development, 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. Black Bear Solar Institute Corporation 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 12/2022, Black Bear Solar Institute Corporation generated $193.9k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 1.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $14.1k during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BLACK BEAR SOLAR INSTITUTE IS FOUNDED TO RESEARCH AND DEMONSTRATE EVOLVING CONCEPTS AND TECHNOLOGIES THROUGH A LIVING LABORATORY OF RESILIENT COMMUNITIES WHICH EMBODY A HEALTHY BALANCE OF HUMAN, ANIMAL, ENVIRONMENTAL AND ECONOMIC NEEDS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER INCLUDING SOLAR, ELECTRIC TRANSPORTATION AND WILDLIFE SEGMENTS, EACH APPEALING TO A DIFFERENT SEGMENT OF THE PUBLIC TO ATTRACT AND CAPTURE INTEREST IN OVERALL ENVIRONMENTAL EFFECTS OF ENERGY USE AND CHOICES. EXTENSION OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION OUTREACH THROUGH ECO-COVE, A COMPREHENSIVE DEMONSTRATION PROJECT FOR ENERGY, AIR, AND WATER QUALITY. COVID RESTRICTED IN-PERSON ACTIVITIES SO EMPHASIS WAS TURNED TO ONLINE EDUCATION. 30,000+ REACHED THROUGH ONLINE ACTIVITIES
ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDING AND SOLAR - RESEARCH MATERIALS FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION AND DEMONSTRATION OF ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDING RETROFITS INCLUDING INSULATION, LIGHTING, HEATING AND REFRIGERATION. CONSULTING WITH THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE ON SOLAR POWER FOR CADES COVE VISITOR CENTER. DEMONSTRATION SOLAR INSTALLATIONS AT EARTHSHINE NATURE PROGRAMS. APPROXIMATELY 7,000 PEOPLE REACHED THROUGH EDUCATIONAL CENTER DISPLAYS AND 30,000+ REACHED THROUGH ONLINE ACTIVITIES.
ELECTRIC VEHICLE - OPERATE BATTERY ELECTRIC VEHICLE FOR DEMONSTRATION AND PUBLIC RIDE AND DRIVE EVENTS INCLUDING NATIONAL DRIVE ELECTRIC WEEK. DEMONSTRATE USE OF PUBLIC EV CHARGING INSTALLATIONS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Robert E Harris Prisident | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Mary-Joyce B Harris Secretary | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Jennifer J Baldy Treasurer | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Lisa L Stewart Vice President | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 | $193,898 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $193,898 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
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 | $193,898 |
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 | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $4,869 |
Information technology | $1,017 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $2,644 |
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 | $1,025 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $14,135 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $263,582 |
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 | $975,801 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,239,383 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,395 |
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 | $3,395 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,235,988 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $1,239,383 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Black Bear Solar Institute Corporation has recieved totaling $252.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $252 |
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