Ridges Sanctuary Inc
- Assets
- $11.3m
- Revenue
- $1.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 17
- Location
- Baileys Harbor, WI
- Founding
- 06/1965
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 39-1044657
Organization Overview
Ridges Sanctuary Inc is located in Baileys Harbor, WI. The organization was established in 1965. According to its NTEE Classification (D34) the organization is classified as: Wildlife Sanctuaries, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2020, Ridges Sanctuary Inc employed 17 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ridges Sanctuary 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 12/2020, Ridges Sanctuary Inc generated $1.0m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $770.1k during the year ending 12/2020. 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROTECT THE NATURAL AREAS IN DOOR COUNTY KNOWN AS "THE RIDGES SANCTUARY AND INSPIRE STEWARDSHIP OF NATURAL AREAS THROUGH PROGRAMS OF EDUCATION, OUTREACH, AND RESEARCH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OPERATION OF SANCTUARY AND NATURE STORE, NATURE STUDIES, WORKSHOPS AND LECTURES WHICH IS OPEN TO MEMBERS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC.
YOUTH PROGRAMS EXPANDED INTO A STATE REGISTERED DAY CAMP FOR PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS PER SEASON. SCHOOL PROGRAMS EXPENDED FOR KINDERGARTEN TO 6TH GRADE AT GIBRALTAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL. YOUTH PROGRAMS WERE ADAPTED TO VIRTUAL EXPERIENCE IN 2020 DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
RESTORATION OF THE HISTORIC RANGE LIGHT, WHICH IS OPEN FOR TOURS BY MEMBERS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC FROM JUNE THROUGH OCTOBER OF EACH YEAR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Steve Leonard Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $100,188 |
Linda Brooks President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
David Zuhlke Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Cindy Wolter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Sandy Miller Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Cynthia Crock Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Vans Title Services General Contractor | 12/30/15 | $478,000 |
Boldt Construction Construction Manager | 12/30/15 | $122,987 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $70,260 |
| Fundraising events | $13,940 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $110,040 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $592,994 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $102,773 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $787,234 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $100,277 |
| Investment income | $44,797 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $118 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $66,605 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$2,537 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $12,510 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,009,004 |
| 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. | $100,188 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $20,934 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $277,250 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $15,384 |
| Other employee benefits | $36,478 |
| Payroll taxes | $32,428 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,334 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,225 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $13,989 |
| Office expenses | $45,038 |
| Information technology | $120 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $12,626 |
| Travel | $272 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,812 |
| Interest | $435 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $135,329 |
| Insurance | $19,194 |
| All other expenses | $2,937 |
| Total functional expenses | $770,133 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $327,970 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $391,147 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $31,040 |
| 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 | $19,728 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $8,874 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $7,925,994 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,456,773 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $155,530 |
| Total assets | $11,317,056 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $19,745 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $2,010 |
| 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 | $21,755 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,702,836 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,592,465 |
| 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 | $11,317,056 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 14 grants that Ridges Sanctuary Inc has recieved totaling $143,301.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Foundation For The Fox Valley Region Inc Appleton, WI PURPOSE: C34: LAND RESOURCES CONSERVATION | $101,000 |
The John And Kathleen Schreiber Foundation Lake Forest, IL PURPOSE: EXEMPT PURPOSE OF ORGANIZATION | $15,000 |
The Brookby Foundation Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: BRIDGE AND BOARDWALK REPLACEMENT | $9,000 |
Irene L Luethge Charitable Tr Uw Las Vegas, NV PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $6,000 |
Hugh And Helena Brogan Foundation Stevens Point, WI PURPOSE: ORCHID RESTORATION PROJECT | $5,000 |
Hoghton Fam Charitable Tr Northbrook, IL PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $2,406,206 |
| Earnings | $156,604 |
| Net Contributions | $8,030 |
| Other Expense | $110,772 |
| Ending Balance | $2,460,068 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Trust Inc Bloomington, MN | $46,374,180 | $2,940,145 |
Area 51 Sanctuary Inc Schaumburg, IL | $1,681,933 | $1,221,275 |
Ridges Sanctuary Inc Baileys Harbor, WI | $11,317,056 | $1,009,004 |
Great Lakes Rabbit Sanctuary Inc Whitaker, MI | $272,425 | $301,772 |
Treehouse Wildlife Center Inc Dow, IL | $777,990 | $351,191 |
Saveourmonarchs Foundation Edina, MN | $29,725 | $200,668 |
Nipper Wildlife Sanctuary Tr 2641025850 121996 Chicago, IL | $710,997 | $145,213 |
Pine View Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Inc Fredonia, WI | $285,592 | $138,620 |
Wildlife Recovery Association Shepherd, MI | $49,073 | $0 |
Soulshine Wildlife Center Sparta, MI | $55,362 | $0 |
Blue Heron Wildlife Sanctuary Inc Saukville, WI | $2,271,106 | $128,655 |
Sheboygan County Conservation Association Incorporated Sheboygan, WI | $197,147 | $0 |