Great Lakes Indian Fish And Wildlife Commission
- Assets
- $20.9m
- Revenue
- $10.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 121
- Location
- Odanah, WI
- Founding
- 06/1985
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 39-1468447
Organization Overview
Great Lakes Indian Fish And Wildlife Commission, operating under the name Glifwc, is located in Odanah, WI. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (N61) the organization is classified as: Fishing & Hunting, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Glifwc employed 121 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Glifwc 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, Glifwc generated $10.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $10.3m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.8% 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
FISH, WILDLIFE, AND TREATY PROTECTION
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FUNCTIONAL CATEGORY: LAW ENFORCEMENT / TRIBAL COURTS ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: (1) AFFIRMING & IMPLEMENTING TREATY RIGHTS, (2) ENFORCEMENT, AND (3) FISHERIES. (1) AFFIRMING & IMPLEMENTING TREATY RIGHTS: PROTECT CEDED TERRITORY RIGHTS RESERVED BY THE TRIBES FOR THEMSELVES IN TREATIES SIGNED IN 1836, 1837, 1842, AND 1854. (2) ENFORCEMENT: PROTECT THE FISH AND GAME WITHIN THE CEDED TERRITORIES THROUGH BOTH EDUCATION AND PATROL. GLIFWC WARDENS ROUTINELY PATROL AND MONITOR TREATY HARVEST ACTIVITIES IN THE CEDED TERRITORIES OF MICHIGAN, WISCONSIN, AND MINNESOTA, CHECKING FOR INFRACTIONS OF TRIBAL CODES GOVERNING TREATY HARVEST SEASONS. VIOLATIONS ARE CITED INTO TRIBAL COURTS. (3) FISHERIES: ENSURE TREATY RESERVED FISHING RIGHTS ARE PRESERVED BY ASSISTING MEMBER TRIBES IN FISHERY ASSESSMENTS AND REGULATION OF GICHIGAME (LAKE SUPERIOR) TREATY COMMERCIAL FISHERIES AND OTHER INLAND FISHERIES.
FUNCTIONAL CATEGORY: BIOLOGY ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: (1) CLIMATE CHANGE, (2) ENVIRONMENTAL SECTION, AND (3) FOREST PESTS. (1) CLIMATE CHANGE: GLIFWC'S CLIMATE CHANGE PROGRAM IS WORKING TO DEFINE THE EXTENT AND SEVERITY OF THESE CHANGES IN THE CEDED TERRITORIES IN ORDER TO ASSIST ITS MEMBER TRIBES IN CO-MANAGING TREATY RESOURCES. (2) ENVIRONMENTAL SECTION: SUPPORT TRIBAL EXERCISE OF TREATY RIGHTS THROUGH A WIDE NUMBER OF INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECTS IN ORDER TO INVESTIGATE THREATS TO RESOURCES FROM MANY DIFFERENT SOURCES. (3) FOREST PESTS: PROTECT AGAINST INVASIVE INSECTS AND DISEASES THREATENING CEDED TERRITORIES FORESTS, AND THE LIFEWAYS AND TRADITIONS THEY SUPPORT.
FUNCTIONAL CATEGORY: PUBLIC INFORMATION ACTIVITIES INCLUDE: (1) DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC (1) DISSEMINATION OF INFORMATION TO THE PUBLIC: INFORMATION AND RESOURCES MADE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC ON GLIFWC'S WEBSITE INCLUDE HARVEST REGULATIONS, CAMPING, REGISTRATION, TREATY RIGHTS, MAPS, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS, AND VARIOUS REPORTS. GLIFWC ALSO MAKES INFORMATION AVAILABLE THROUGH PAMPHLETS AND GUIDES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael J Isham Executive Ad | Officer | $0 | |
Carson Ackley Vitf | Trustee | $0 | |
Kelly Applegate Vitf | Trustee | $0 | |
Lyle Chapman Boc | Trustee | $0 | |
Gary Clause Vitf | Trustee | $0 | |
Reginald Defoe Boc, Lake, E | Trustee | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $9,979,287 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $135,830 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $10,115,117 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $63,901 |
| Investment income | $8,348 |
| 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 | $10,187,366 |
| 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 | $4,880,242 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $270,059 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,171,483 |
| Payroll taxes | $361,013 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,429 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,727 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $20,528 |
| Office expenses | $140,590 |
| Information technology | $164,210 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $279,129 |
| Travel | $210,284 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $16,626 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $129,377 |
| Insurance | $162,563 |
| All other expenses | $54,787 |
| Total functional expenses | $10,283,585 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,821,719 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $5,545 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $7,452 |
| 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 | $126,638 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $397,530 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $16,498,018 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $20,856,902 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,411,268 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $14,266,978 |
| 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 | $492,902 |
| Total liabilities | $16,171,148 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,685,754 |
| 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 | $20,856,902 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Great Lakes Indian Fish And Wildlife Commission has recieved totaling $200,071.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint, MI PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO PROTECT AND RESTORE WATER RESOURCES IN LANDS AND WATERS IN CEDED TRIBAL TERRITORIES IN MICHIGAN, WISCONSIN AND MINNESOTA. | $125,000 |
Joyce Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENT | $50,000 |
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint, MI PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO PROTECT AND RESTORE WATER RESOURCES IN LANDS AND WATERS IN CEDED TRIBAL TERRITORIES IN MICHIGAN, WISCONSIN AND MINNESOTA. | $25,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $71 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Great Lakes Indian Fish And Wildlife Commission Odanah, WI | $20,856,902 | $10,187,366 |
Archery Manufacturers Organization New Ulm, MN | $3,879,932 | $3,915,620 |
Illinois State Rifle Association Chatsworth, IL | $3,072,762 | $2,224,229 |
Minnesota Deer Hunters Association Grand Rapids, MN | $2,684,292 | $2,238,829 |
Waukesha Gun Club Inc Waukesha, WI | $2,544,034 | $1,548,590 |
Marsh Lake Hunting Preserve Inc Chaska, MN | $2,055,546 | $845,792 |
South Saint Paul Rod And Gun Club South Saint Paul, MN | $638,921 | $719,232 |
Salmon Unlimited Wisconsin Inc Racine, WI | $345,505 | $833,800 |
Michigan Trapshooting Association Mason, MI | $815,819 | $802,597 |
Black River Ranch Onaway, MI | $313,666 | $653,113 |
St Charles Sportsmens Club Saint Charles, IL | $1,711,099 | $640,735 |
Mt Vernon Gun & Sportsmans Club Mt Vernon, IL | $677,380 | $464,228 |