Olbrich Botanical Society Inc
- Assets
- $6.5m
- Revenue
- $3.9m
- Investments
- $185.2k
- Employees
- 51
- Location
- Madison, WI
- Founding
- 07/1980
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-1357247
Organization Overview
Olbrich Botanical Society Inc is located in Madison, WI. The organization was established in 1980. According to its NTEE Classification (C11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Olbrich Botanical Society Inc employed 51 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Olbrich Botanical Society 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 12/2021, Olbrich Botanical Society Inc generated $3.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.4% per year over the past 7 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
OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENS ENRICHES LIFE BY NOURISHING AND SHARING THE BEAUTY OF GARDENS, JOY OF GARDENING, THE KNOWLEDGE OF PLANTS, AND THE DIVERSITY OF OUR WORLD. OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENS IS DEDICATED TO THE CREATION, CONSERVATION, AND INTERPRETATION OF GARDENS AND PLANT COLLECTIONS HARDY TO THE AMERICAN MIDWEST OR NATIVE TO THE WORLD'S TROPICAL FORESTS FOR STUDY, ENJOYMENT, AND PUBLIC BENEFIT. THE PUBLIC PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP OF OLBRICH BOTANICAL SOCIETY AND THE CITY OF MADISON PARKS DIVISION MAKES THE MISSION POSSIBLE. OLBRICH BOTANICAL SOCIETY PROVIDES EXTENSIVE PROGRAMMING IN ADULT, YOUTH INCLUDING K - 5 CLASSROOMS, AND FAMILY EDUCATION. IN ADDITION, PROGRAMS AND EXHIBITIONS ARE PROVIDED FOR EVERYDAY VISITORS AS WELL AS FEE-BASED PROGRAMS AND CONCERTS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAMS AND EXHIBITIONS: OLBRICH OFFERS A NUMBER OF FREE AND LOW-COST PROGRAMS TO MEMBERS AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC THAT HAVE EDUCATIONAL COMPONENTS RELATING TO THE PLANT AND GARDEN COLLECTIONS. PROGRAMMING AT OLBRICH BOTANICAL GARDENS ARE GENERALLY MISSION-RELATED, ARE TRADITIONAL ACTIVITIES HELD WITHIN THE GARDENS, AND PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILIES OR PURE ENJOYMENT WITHIN THE GARDENS FOR ALL AUDIENCES. IN 2021, PROGRAMS THAT WERE CANCELLED IN PRIOR YEARS DUE TO THE PANDEMIC GRADUALLY STARTED TO RETURN.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS: EDUCATION PROGRAMMING OFFERED IN 2021 WAS A MIX OF VIRTUAL OFFERINGS AND IN-PERSON PROGRAMMING. AS THE PANDEMIC WENT, ON MORE AND MORE IN-PROGRAM PROGRAMS RETURNED TO THE GARDENS. DUE TO POPULARITY, MANY OF THE VIRTUAL PROGRAMS CONTINUED.
GARDEN AND CONSERVATORY MAINTENANCE AND ENHANCEMENT: OLBRICH BOTANICAL SOCIETY ASSISTS THE CITY OF MADISON PARKS DIVISION TO MAINTAIN AND ENHANCE OLBRICH'S OUTDOOR GARDENS AND BOLZ CONSERVATORY.
GIFT SHOP AND OTHER - IN 2021, THE GIFT SHOP WAS CLOSED FOR A SHORT TIME TO RENOVATE THE GIFT SHOP SPACE. IN ADDITION, THE MERCHANDISE CARRIED IN THE STORY CHANGED TO A LOCAL AND FAIR TRADE FOCUS. PREVIOUS MERCHANDISE WAS SOLD AND NOT CARRIED AGAIN.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Roberta Sladky Executive Director (to 06/2021) | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $57,791 |
Tanya Zastrow Executive Director (as Of 11/2021) | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $12,708 |
Philip Bradbury President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mary Phillips Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Renee Boyce Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Julie Rupert Past President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $452,151 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $294,720 |
| Government grants | $253,800 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,984,634 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,985,305 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $821,446 |
| Investment income | $35,880 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $68,191 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $26,479 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $3,937,730 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $200,000 |
| 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. | $81,499 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $7,927 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $946,262 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $34,736 |
| Other employee benefits | $13,910 |
| Payroll taxes | $73,203 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,798 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $4,189 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $44,061 |
| Office expenses | $81,032 |
| Information technology | $32,111 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $121,890 |
| All other expenses | -$164,785 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,851,924 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,011,119 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,740,456 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,508,348 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $52,314 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $39,174 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,430 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $941,647 |
| Investments—other securities | $185,209 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $6,479,697 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $148,408 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $19,240 |
| 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 | $167,648 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,486,948 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,825,101 |
| 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 | $6,479,697 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Olbrich Botanical Society Inc has recieved totaling $11,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Jenni & Kyle Foundation Inc Belleville, WI PURPOSE: GARDEN AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES | $8,000 |
Warwick Foundation Northfield, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL FUNDS | $3,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $4,883,543 |
| Earnings | $1,212,626 |
| Admin Expense | $1,937 |
| Net Contributions | $13,500 |
| Other Expense | $4,262 |
| Grants | $294,720 |
| Ending Balance | $5,808,750 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Minnesota Valley Lands Inc Bloomington, MN | $0 | $1,043,300 |
Conservation Corps St Paul, MN | $6,523,157 | $9,415,861 |
Frederik Meijer Gardens And Sculpture Foundation Grand Rapids, MI | $177,864,524 | $16,971,285 |
Urban Ecology Center Inc Milwaukee, WI | $30,669,733 | $20,421,235 |
Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden Des Moines, IA | $21,044,099 | $5,788,911 |
Friends Of Schlitz-Audubon Center Inc Milwaukee, WI | $7,013,217 | $3,416,306 |
Olbrich Botanical Society Inc Madison, WI | $6,479,697 | $3,937,730 |
Friends Of The Boundary Waters Wilderness St Paul, MN | $3,530,531 | $2,513,314 |
Friends Of The Highwood Public Library Highwood, IL | $255,757 | $1,059,390 |
Friends Of Beaver Creek Reserve Inc Fall Creek, WI | $3,431,658 | $1,142,698 |
Institute For Energy Innovation Lansing, MI | $441,276 | $1,031,335 |
A M Huntington Trust Fbo Brookgreen Gardens Pv 3584 Chicago, IL | $11,579,425 | $814,895 |