Leslie Science And Nature Center
- Assets
- $0.0
- Revenue
- $424.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Founding
- 06/2000
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 38-3497426
Organization Overview
Leslie Science And Nature Center is located in Ann Arbor, MI. The organization was established in 2000. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, 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. Leslie Science And Nature Center 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 08/2021, Leslie Science And Nature Center generated $424.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (5.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $431.3k during the year ending 08/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (7.2%) per year over the past 6 years. 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
LESLIE SCIENCE AND NATURE CENTER EDUCATES AND INSPIRES CHILDREN AND ADULTS TO DISCOVER, UNDERSTAND, AND RESPECT THEIR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATION PROGRAMS: COMING OUT OF THE PANDEMIC, LSNC CONTINUES TO OFFER VIRTUAL PROGRAMING ACROSS MICHIGAN AND THE COUNTRY IN 23 STATES THIS YEAR. WE ALSO PROVIDE IN-PERSON SCHOOL FIELD TRIP AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS THAT HAVE BEEN WRITTEN TO COMPLEMENT AND ENRICH THE EXISTING GRADE LEVEL EXPECTATIONS, AS WELL AS DELIVERING AGE-APPROPRIATE INFORMATION FOR PRESCHOOLS THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL. PROGRAMS COVER TOPICS INCLUDING: ANIMAL HABITATS AND BIOMES, FOOD CHAIN, LIFE CYCLES, PHYSICS, CLASSIFICATION, AND ADAPATIONS AMONG OTHERS. SCHOLARSHIPS FROM AREA FOUNDATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS ALLOWED US TO PROVIDE SUBSIDIZED PROGRAMS FOR AREA SCHOOL CHILDREN ACROSS SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN.
CAMPS: WEEK LONG NATURE RELATED DAY CAMPS ARE OFFERED FOR CHILDREN AGES 5- 13. CHILDREN HIKE THROUGH OUR WOODS, SWEEP THE PRAIRIE FOR INSECTS, PLAY NATURE GAMES IN THE FIELD, MARVEL AT THE ANIMALS IN THE CRITTER HOUSE OR IN THE RAPTOR ENCLOSURES, CANOE IN THE HURON RIVER, AND SIMPLY ENJOY THE GREAT OUTDOORS. CAMPS ARE OFFERED ALL SUMMER, ON SCHOOL BREAKS, AND DAYS OFF THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. LSNC SOLICITS SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT FROM FOUNDATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS AND PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS. ADDITIONALLY, LSNC ENGAGES HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS AS VOLUNTEERS IN OUR SUMMER CAMP PROGRAM. THESE VOLUNTEERS ARE OFTEN ALUMNI OF OUR CAMP PROGRAM. IN ADDITION, WE OFFERED CAMP-AT-HOME WITH VIRTUAL LESSONS AND AT-HOME ACTIVITY KITS FOR THOSE NEEDING TO EXPERIENCE CAMP REMOTELY.
PUBLIC PROGRAMS: LSCN CREATIVELY REVAMPED SEVERAL PROGRAMS WITH COVID IN MIND, CREATING A MODIFIED ANIMAL HAUNTS, EARTH DAY, MONARCH MIGRATION FESTIVAL, SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA, AND OTHER PROGRAM SPECIFICALLY FOR FAMILIES WITH YOUNG CHILDREN.
GENERAL PROGRAMS: THE MISSION OF LSNC IS TO EDUCATE AND INSPIRE CHILDREN AND ADULTS TO DISCOVER, UNDERSTAND, AND RESPECT THEIR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT. LSNC DOES THIS THROUGH MAINTAINING THEIR GROUNDS, TRAILS, CRITTER HOUSE, AND RAPTOR ENCLOSURES WHICH ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE PUBLIC TO VISIT AND ENJOY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Susan Westhoff Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Megan Torrance Trustee | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Tom Mckarns Trustee | OfficerTrustee | 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 | $331,830 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $331,830 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $94,451 |
| Investment income | $304 |
| 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 | -$2,558 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $424,027 |
| 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. | $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 | $11,050 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,709 |
| Advertising and promotion | $342 |
| Office expenses | $3,124 |
| Information technology | $7,600 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $27,205 |
| Travel | $456 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $446 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,299 |
| Insurance | $12,671 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $431,319 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Leslie Science And Nature Center has recieved totaling $1,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Worsham Family Foundation Ann Arbor, MI PURPOSE: EDUCATES AND INSPIRES CHILDREN/ADULTS TO DISCOVER, UNDERSTAND AND RESPECT THEIR NATURAL ENVIRONMENT | $1,000 |
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