Urban Ecology Center Inc
- Assets
- $30.7m
- Revenue
- $20.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 142
- Location
- Milwaukee, WI
- Founding
- 04/1992
- Data as of
- 08/2021
- EIN
- 39-1712663
Organization Overview
Urban Ecology Center Inc is located in Milwaukee, WI. The organization was established in 1992. 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 08/2021, Urban Ecology Center Inc employed 142 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Urban Ecology Center 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 08/2021, Urban Ecology Center Inc generated $20.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 29.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.0m during the year ending 08/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.5% per year over the past 6 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
WE CONNECT PEOPLE IN CITIES TO NATURE AND EACH OTHER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROMOTE COMMUNITY BY OFFERING RESOURCES THAT SUPPORT LEARNING, VOLUNTEERISM, STEWARDSHIP, RECREATION AND CAMARADERIE. THE URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER'S ACTIVE COMMUNITY CENTERS ENGAGE ADULTS, YOUTH AND FAMILIES IN OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT WITH EACH OTHER THROUGH PROGRAMMING AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. OVER 2,600 YOUTH AND ADULTS PARTICIPATED IN COMMUNITY PROGRAMS SUCH AS BIRTHDAY PARTIES AND FESTIVALS. AN ADDITIONAL 2,000 PEOPLE VISITED OUR CENTERS THROUGH UNSTRUCTURED ACTIVITIES AND 1,200 PEOPLE VISITED AS PART OF FACILITY RENTAL EVENTS. OUR ROBUST VOLUNTEER PROGRAM SERVED 1,300 VOLUNTEERS.
PROVIDE OUTDOOR SCIENCE EDUCATION FOR URBAN YOUTH. THE URBAN ECOLOGY CENTER PARTNERS WITH OVER 60 SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE EACH WITH 24 HALF-DAY FIELD TRIPS ANNUALLY. THESE HANDS-ON SCIENCE AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS ARE DESIGNED TO COMPLEMENT THE SCHOOLS' SCIENCE CURRICULA AND CONNECT STUDENTS TO THE NATURAL WORLD IN THE CITY OF MILWAUKEE. PRESCHOOL, AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER CAMP PROGRAMS COMPLEMENT THE SCHOOL PROGRAM THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. OVER 23,000 CHILDREN WERE SERVED THROUGH THESE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
PRESERVE, ENHANCE, PROTECT AND USE PUBLIC NATURAL AREAS, MAKING THEM SAFE, ACCESSIBLE AND VIBRANT. A VARIETY OF RESEARCH OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE, INCLUDING SURVEYS OF BIRDS, BATS, MAMMALS, TURTLES, VEGETATION SURVEYS AND PARK USE SURVEYS. UEC'S LAND STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM ENGAGES COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO RESTORE AND MAINTAIN DIVERSE NATIVE PLANT COMMUNITIES. THE EQUIPMENT LENDING PROGRAM CONNECTS UEC MEMBERS TO ADVENTURE GEAR, PROVIDING POSITIVE EXPERIENCES OUTDOORS. OVER 3,300 PEOPLE PARTICIPATED IN THESE OFFERINGS, WITH AN ADDITIONAL 5,800 VOLUNTEER HOURS TO SUPPORT THE NATURAL AREAS. 8,000 PIECES OF EQUIPMENT WERE LENT TO MEMBERS DURING THE YEAR.
PREPARE LAND FOR FUTURE MISSION IMPACT. PRACTICE AND MODEL ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE BEHAVIORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Ken Leinbach Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $110,772 |
Daniel Van Housen Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Callan Schoonenberg Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Antoine Mcduffie Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Edward Hammond President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Ian Abston Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $10,572 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $234,445 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,436,740 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $18,173,760 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $491,646 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $19,855,517 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $402,624 |
| Investment income | $14,801 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $155,325 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$8,058 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,026 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $20,421,235 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $5,662 |
| 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. | $124,526 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,132 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,778,977 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $65,429 |
| Other employee benefits | $512,722 |
| Payroll taxes | $202,205 |
| Fees for services: Management | $50,000 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,251 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $93,750 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $273,182 |
| Advertising and promotion | $31,008 |
| Office expenses | $73,291 |
| Information technology | $111,523 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $59,602 |
| Travel | $28,867 |
| 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 | $292,810 |
| Insurance | $83,989 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,047,506 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $60,581 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,517,111 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $11,689,523 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $864 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $4,182 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $38,642 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,712,952 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $7,645,878 |
| Total assets | $30,669,733 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $157,615 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $105,806 |
| 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 | $693,500 |
| Other liabilities | $15,771 |
| Total liabilities | $972,692 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $8,806,252 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $20,890,789 |
| 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 | $30,669,733 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Urban Ecology Center Inc has awarded $261,880 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MILWAUKEE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS RECREATION AND CULTURE PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR THE NORTH AVENUE BIKE RAMP ON THE OAK LEAF RECREATIONAL TRAIL | $175,000 |
Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR THE RIVERLAND CAMPAIGN | $86,880 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Urban Ecology Center Inc has recieved totaling $6,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Dudley And Constance Godfrey Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $5,000 |
Youth Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $1,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $3,704,895 |
| Earnings | $1,251,761 |
| Admin Expense | $55,550 |
| Net Contributions | $2,819,333 |
| Other Expense | $74,562 |
| Ending Balance | $7,645,878 |
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 |