Kentucky Resources Council Inc
- Assets
- $1.0m
- Revenue
- $1.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 6
- Location
- Frankfort, KY
- Founding
- 10/1982
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 31-1042931
Organization Overview
Kentucky Resources Council Inc is located in Frankfort, KY. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (C01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Kentucky Resources Council Inc employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Kentucky Resources Council 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 06/2023, Kentucky Resources Council Inc generated $1.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $449.6k during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 8.8% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
KENTUCKY RESOURCES COUNCIL (KRC) IS A PUBLIC-INTEREST ENVIRONMENTAL LAW AND ADVOCACY ORGANIZATION THAT WORKS TO PROTECT AND DEFEND THE PEOPLE, COMMUNITIES, AND NATURAL RESOURCES OF KENTUCKY. KRC USES LEGAL AND STRATEGIC ADVOCACY TO PROTECT KENTUCKY'S NATURAL RESOURCES, ADVOCATE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH AND JUSTICE, AND TEACH CITIZENS TO BE EFFECTIVE ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDS. WE PROVIDE OUR LEGAL SERVICES WITHOUT CHARGE TO INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT CANNOT FIND OR AFFORD REPRESENTATION ON ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL MATTERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE LARGEST PROGRAM AREA FOR KRC IS ENVIRONMENTAL AND COMMUNITY DEFENSE. WE CONTINUE TO PROVIDE FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITY GROUPS LIVING "DOWNWIND, DOWNSTREAM, AND DOWNHILL" OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROBLEMS, WHO CANNOT AFFORD OR FIND REPRESENTATION. WE ALSO WORK PROGRAMMATICALLY THROUGH LITIGATION AND ADVOCACY TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL KENTUCKIANS AND TO ASSURE THAT THOSE WHO POLLUTE OUR LAND, AIR, OR WATER ARE HELD ACCOUNTABLE. THIS YEAR OUR LEGAL TEAM ALSO FILED AMICUS BRIEFS IN SEVERAL COURT CASES WITH SIGNIFICANT IMPLICATIONS FOR KENTUCKIANS, INCLUDING ACCESS TO JUSTICE, JUDICIAL REVIEW OF ZONING DECISIONS, AND THE PROTECTION OF WETLANDS. WE SUBMITTED PUBLIC COMMENTS ON IMPORTANT PROPOSED FEDERAL RULEMAKINGS IMPACTING CITIZEN COMPLAINTS OF MINING VIOLATIONS AND ON THE DISPOSAL OF COAL ASH.
THE LAST PROGRAM AREA FOR KRC IS THE CENTER FOR ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY, WHICH CONDUCTS RESEARCH, PROVIDES POLICY ANALYSIS, AND EDUCATES THE PUBLIC AND POLICYMAKERS ON IMPORTANT ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES IMPACTING KENTUCKY. KRC ALSO ENGAGED IN, WITHIN IRS LIMITS, LOBBYING ON ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY MATTERS, INCLUDING TESTIFYING AGAINST LEGISLATION WEAKENING PROTECTION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES AND WATER QUALITY AND ADVOCATING FOR STRONGER REGULATION OF LAND APPLICATION OF MUNICIPAL SEWAGE TREATMENT SLUDGE, KNOWN AS "BIOSOLIDS."
THE SECOND LARGEST PROGRAM AREA FOR KRC IS EDUCATION AND OUTREACH WHICH INCLUDES OUR KENTUCKY ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE (KELI) COMMUNITY WORKSHOPS, BRINGING IN LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS TO GIVE CITIZENS TOOLS TO BETTER PROTECT THE PLACES THEY LIVE AND LOVE. KRC ALSO TABLED AND GAVE PRESENTATIONS AT PUBLIC EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE STATE, RAISING ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AND DOING OUTREACH AND ENGAGEMENT TO CREATE A CLEANER, HEALTHIER KENTUCKY.
THE THIRD LARGEST PROGRAM AREA FOR KRC IS THE KENTUCKY ENVIRONMENTAL ACCOUNTABILITY PROJECT (KEAP), A NEW INITIATIVE TO ADVANCE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY, HEALTH, AND JUSTICE IN KENTUCKY. KEAP COMBINES MEANINGFUL PUBLIC PARTICIPATION, SCIENCE- BACKED INFORMATION, AND TECHNICAL AND LEGAL EXPERTISE TO ENSURE THAT KENTUCKY'S ENVIRONMENTAL DECISIONS BETTER PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH, THE ENVIRONMENT, AND OUR CLIMATE. KRC ALSO CONTINUES TO REPRESENT SEVERAL COALITIONS OF ALLIED LOW-INCOME, CLEAN ENERGY, AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE PARTNERS IN CASES BEFORE THE KENTUCKY PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION, WORKING TO PROTECT RATEPAYERS AND FIGHTING FOR A CLEANER, MORE SUSTAINABLE, AND MORE EQUITABLE ENERGY FUTURE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Joe Childers Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Betsy Bennett Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tim Heine Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sarah Lynn Cunningham Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Alison Brotzge-Elder Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Roy Crawford Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $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 | $1,257,788 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,257,788 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $2,307 |
| 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 | $1,260,413 |
| 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. | $114,107 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $8,783 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $127,820 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $3,109 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,707 |
| Payroll taxes | $20,324 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $109,998 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $5,557 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $2,250 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $16,191 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,721 |
| Office expenses | $24,187 |
| Information technology | $3,708 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,429 |
| Travel | $6,293 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,690 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,673 |
| All other expenses | $840 |
| Total functional expenses | $449,604 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $219,540 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $783,257 |
| 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 | $1,002,797 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,109 |
| 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 | $6,109 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $185,711 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $810,977 |
| 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 | $1,002,797 |