Land Conservancy Of West Michigan is located in Grand Rapids, MI. The organization was established in 1981. According to its NTEE Classification (C34) the organization is classified as: Land Resources Conservation, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Land Conservancy Of West Michigan employed 14 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Land Conservancy Of West Michigan 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 06/2022, Land Conservancy Of West Michigan generated $1.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $939.0k during the year ending 06/2022. 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:
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THE LAND CONSERVANCY OF WEST MICHIGAN HELPS PEOPLE PROTECT, ENJOY, AND CARE FOR NATURAL LAND IN WEST MICHIGAN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE LAND CONSERVANCY IS "KEEPING NATURE NEARBY" BY PERMANENTLY PRESERVING LAND THAT IS IMPORTANT TO WEST MICHIGAN'S QUALITY OF LIFE AND ENVIRONMENT. WE DO THIS BY ESTABLISHING CONSERVANCY-OWNED NATURE PRESERVES THAT ARE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, WORKING WITH LANDOWNERS TO CREATE CONSERVATION EASEMENTS THAT PROTECT NATURAL HABITATS AND OPEN SPACES ON PRIVATE PROPERTY, AND THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS WITH GOVERNMENT AGENCIES AND COMMUNITIES TO CREATE PARKS AND NATURAL AREAS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND STUDY OF NATURE.
THE LAND CONSERVANCY PROVIDES OUTREACH AND COMMUNICATIONS TO KEY AUDIENCES THROUGHOUT OUR SERVICE AREA. WE RAISE COMMUNITY AND MEMBER AWARENESS OF WEST MICHIGAN LAND PROTECTION AND STEWARDSHIP ISSUES THROUGH EVENTS, NEWSLETTERS, PRESENTATIONS, MEDIA RELATIONS, DIRECT MAIL, WEBSITE, AND SOCIAL MEDIA.
THE LAND CONSERVANCY WORKS WITH CONTRACTORS, INTERNS AND VOLUNTEERS IN STEWARDSHIP ACTIVITIES THAT PROVIDE FOR THE MANAGEMENT AND RESTORATION OF OUR DIVERSE NETWORK OF DUNE, GRASSLAND, WETLAND, AND FORESTED PRESERVED LANDS. WE COORDINATE WITH AREA SCHOOLS, BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE RESEARCH, SERVICE LEARNING AND HANDS-ON FIELD OPPORTUNITIES AT OUR PRESERVES. WE ORGANIZE AND LEAD WORKSHOPS AND TRAININGS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC TO PROVIDE THE TOOLS AND INSPIRATION FOR ALL CITIZENS TO BECOME BETTER STEWARDS OF THEIR COMMUNITY.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kimberly Karn Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $80,065 |
Bill Lawrence Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
John Scholtz Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tom Roe Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Elise Tripp Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Steven Rice Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $1,340 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,245,188 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $425 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,246,528 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $287,980 |
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 | $1,620,935 |
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. | $95,704 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,890 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $392,340 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $28,914 |
Payroll taxes | $36,463 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $1,590 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $7,550 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $19,296 |
Fees for services: Other | $6,062 |
Advertising and promotion | $22,724 |
Office expenses | $35,751 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $37,860 |
Travel | $5,981 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $9,961 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $13,671 |
Insurance | $25,581 |
All other expenses | $3,606 |
Total functional expenses | $939,009 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $791,359 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $167,643 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $67,602 |
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 | $485,000 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $9,199 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $11,753,509 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $3,924,402 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $209,831 |
Total assets | $17,408,545 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $52,463 |
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 | $52,463 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,756,320 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $13,599,762 |
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 | $17,408,545 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 16 grants that Land Conservancy Of West Michigan has recieved totaling $214,096.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Muskegon County Community Foundation Muskegon, MI PURPOSE: DUNE HARBOR PARK; FLOWER CREEK DUNES NATURE PRESERVE; HARBOR DUNES PROJECT; GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT; PERE MARQUETTE CONSERVATION PARK; LAKE HARBOR PROJECT | $86,344 |
Impactassets Inc Bethesda, MD PURPOSE: $35,000.00 FOR "OPERATIONAL SUPPORT AND $12,500.00 FOR "STEWARDSHIP BRIDGE FUNDING" | $47,500 |
Grand Rapids Community Foundation Grand Rapids, MI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $25,250 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $12,650 |
Leestma Family Foundation San Rafael, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL FINANCIAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Ellis Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA PURPOSE: GENERAL | $10,000 |
Beg. Balance | $1,102,155 |
Earnings | -$175,339 |
Ending Balance | $926,816 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Western Reserve Land Conservancy Moreland Hills, OH | $30,804,258 | $21,482,529 |
Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy Traverse City, MI | $83,640,436 | $14,843,118 |
Leelanau Conservancy Leland, MI | $37,540,108 | $6,574,386 |
Tall Pines Conservancy Inc Nashotah, WI | $2,243,899 | $2,340,562 |
Little Traverse Conservancy Inc Harbor Springs, MI | $131,058,036 | $9,637,882 |
Legacy Land Conservancy Ann Arbor, MI | $8,848,888 | $2,512,327 |
Green Umbrella Cincinnati, OH | $7,040,647 | $6,122,711 |
Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy Inc Galesburg, MI | $30,119,950 | $2,633,609 |
Prairie Enthusiasts Inc Viroqua, WI | $12,506,035 | $2,620,729 |
Acres Inc Huntertown, IN | $33,175,317 | $1,636,200 |
Door County Land Trust Inc Sturgeon Bay, WI | $36,318,691 | $4,027,675 |
Ozaukee Washington Land Trust Inc West Bend, WI | $22,989,724 | $5,053,891 |