Earthgen
- Assets
- $466.0k
- Revenue
- $1.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 05/2011
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 27-5411173
Organization Overview
Earthgen is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Earthgen employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Earthgen 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 06/2021, Earthgen generated $1.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 24.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $980.6k during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 18.8% 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
EARTHGEN ENVISIONS THAT EVERY SCHOOL WILL TEACH, MODEL, AND PRACTICE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY AND EVERY YOUNG PERSON WILL LEARN AND GROW IN A GREEN AND HEALTHY SCHOOL. EFFECTIVE DECEMBER 18, 2020, THE ORGANIZATION CHANGED ITS NAME FROM WASHINGTON GREEN SCHOOLS TO EARTHGEN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CLIMATE EDUCATION: EARTHGEN PROVIDES PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AND RESOURCES FOREDUCATORS TO TEACH STUDENTS ABOUT CLIMATE CHANGE, ITS LOCAL IMPACTS, AND SOLUTIONS. DRIVEN BY THE STATE SCIENCE STANDARDS, THE PROGRAM STRENGTHEN STUDENTS AND TEACHERS KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS. EARTHGEN COLLABORATES WITH EDUCATORS, SCHOOL DISTRICTS, SCIENTISTS, AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO MAKE CLIMATE CHANGE LEARNING AND ACTION ACCESSIBLE AND RELEVANT FOR YOUTH AND COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE STATE.
ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE UNITS: EARTHGENS SCIENCE UNITS HELP TEACHERS INCREASE STUDENTS ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY AND BUILD THEIR CRITICAL THINKING, COLLABORATION, AND PROBLEM-SOLVING SKILLS IN CULTURALLY RELEVANT WAYS. ONE EXAMPLE IS ZOMBIE GUACAMOLE, A SERIES OF HANDS-ON LESSONS IN WHICH STUDENTS EXPLORE THE FOOD SYSTEM AND ITS ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS. OTHER UNITS, INCLUDING ENERGY MATTERS AND BREATHING EASIER ENGAGE STUDENTS IN LEARNING AND ACTION PROJECTS THAT ADDRESS LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES.
STORMWATER STEWARDS: STORMWATER STEWARDS BUILDS STUDENTS KNOWLEDGE OF THEIR LOCALWATERSHEDS AND SOURCES OF POLLUTION, AND DESIGN GREEN STORMWATER SOLUTIONS THAT IMPROVE COMMUNITY HEALTH. TEACHERS RECEIVE RESOURCES AND TRAINING AND STUDENTS CONNECT WITH PROFESSIONALS FROM ENVIRONMENTAL CAREERS. SELECT SCHOOLS PARTNER WITH EARTHGEN TO INSTALL GREEN STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS, SUCH AS RAIN GARDENS, ON SCHOOL CAMPUSES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Meredith Lohr Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $106,668 |
Steve Shestag Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Grant Nishio Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Benson Secretary | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mariko Blakely Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Kina Walker-Nisbet Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $514,066 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $546,142 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $20,248 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,060,208 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $44,100 |
| Investment income | $24 |
| 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 | $1,105,041 |
| 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. | $107,605 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,380 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $387,449 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $36,339 |
| Payroll taxes | $40,366 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,305 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $16,500 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $16,760 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $78,223 |
| Advertising and promotion | $66,966 |
| Office expenses | $14,978 |
| Information technology | $16,844 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $28,002 |
| Travel | $1,723 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $10,007 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $6,261 |
| All other expenses | $2,867 |
| Total functional expenses | $980,596 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $226,731 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $239,279 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $466,010 |
| 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 | $466,010 |
| 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 | $466,010 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Earthgen has recieved totaling $107,577.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $26,327 |
The Seattle Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,500 |
Treeline Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Morgan Stanley Global Impact Funding Trust Inc Indianapolis, IN PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $5,750 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Northern Lights Incorporated Sagle, ID | $99,237,939 | $43,729,312 |
Islandwood Bainbridge Island, WA | $50,540,724 | $6,123,638 |
International Living Future Institute Seattle, WA | $963,361 | $5,297,800 |
The Mountaineers Seattle, WA | $15,961,748 | $6,430,077 |
North Cascades Institute SedroWoolley, WA | $10,023,485 | $4,600,745 |
Western Environmental Law Center Eugene, OR | $4,952,217 | $3,795,370 |
The Mazamas Foundation Portland, OR | $0 | $310,985 |
Re Sources Bellingham, WA | $2,864,199 | $2,250,942 |
Alaska Geographic Association Anchorage, AK | $3,284,633 | $2,376,291 |
Wave Foundation Portland, OR | $200,487 | $1,071,113 |
Mt Adams Institute Trout Lake, WA | $857,860 | $1,790,229 |
Sunriver Nature Center & Observatory Inc Sunriver, OR | $3,758,004 | $2,449,544 |