Connexus Energy
- Assets
- $496.1m
- Revenue
- $260.9m
- Investments
- $10.3m
- Employees
- 270
- Location
- Ramsey, MN
- Founding
- 12/1937
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 41-0128105
Organization Overview
Connexus Energy is located in Ramsey, MN. The organization was established in 1937. According to its NTEE Classification (C99) the organization is classified as: Environment N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Connexus Energy employed 270 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Connexus Energy is a 501(c)(12) and as such, is described as a "Benevolent Life Insurance Association, Mutual Ditch or Irrigation Company, Mutual or Cooperative Telephone Company" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Connexus Energy generated $260.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $260.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 0.1% per year over the past 9 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.
Since 2014, Connexus Energy has awarded 92 individual grants totaling $1,966,286. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDING UTILITY SERVICES TO MEMBERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
CONNEXUS ENERGY PROVIDED UTILITY SERVICES TO APPROXIMATELY 145,629 MEMBERS IN EIGHT COUNTIES IN THE NORTH SUBURBAN AREA OF MINNEAPOLIS AND ST. PAUL, MN AND MAINTAINED 9,577 MILES OF LINES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mike Thews Director From 04/23 | Trustee | 14 | $31,021 |
Fran Bator Chair | OfficerTrustee | 26 | $53,567 |
Mark Ethen Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 16 | $24,198 |
Shelly Peterson Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $46,751 |
Michael Cady Asst. Secretary/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 12 | $46,691 |
Donald Holl Director Until 04/23 | Trustee | 10 | $5,760 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Rp Schroeder Construction Construction Services | 12/30/23 | $3,929,600 |
Brink Constructors Inc Construction Services | 12/30/23 | $3,012,926 |
Asplundh Tree Experts Llc Vegetation Management | 12/30/23 | $2,726,410 |
Comport Consulting Group It Consulting & Supplies | 12/30/23 | $1,458,462 |
Michels Power Inc Construction Services | 12/30/23 | $1,205,846 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $257,779,873 |
| Investment income | $1,710,311 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $335,072 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $476,757 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $260,909,344 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $449,257 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $10,338,647 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,556,651 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $19,244,867 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,248,008 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,635,928 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,596,702 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $130,256 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $102,404 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,004,160 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,414,720 |
| Office expenses | $1,606,795 |
| Information technology | $2,265,245 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,081,097 |
| Travel | $324,995 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $80,890 |
| Interest | $7,165,707 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $14,203,339 |
| Insurance | $618,942 |
| All other expenses | $2,684,035 |
| Total functional expenses | $260,909,344 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $20,478,179 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $32,973,388 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $7,198,789 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,631,688 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $264,535,045 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $10,278,728 |
| Investments—program-related | $126,933,257 |
| Intangible assets | $941 |
| Other assets | $32,033,349 |
| Total assets | $496,063,364 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $26,690,841 |
| 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 | $150,700,591 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $26,277,539 |
| Other liabilities | $69,533,363 |
| Total liabilities | $273,202,334 |
| 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 | $222,861,030 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $496,063,364 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Connexus Energy has awarded $324,642 in support to 16 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ANOKA TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION PURPOSE: VARIOUS PROGRAMS | $34,500 |
UNIVERSITY OF MN FOUNDATION PURPOSE: POLLINATOR RESEARCH | $25,000 |
MERCYUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION PURPOSE: DONATION/SPONSORSHIP | $10,282 |
GREATER TWIN CITIES UNITED WAY PURPOSE: MATCH EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS | $22,334 |
ALEXANDRA HOUSE PURPOSE: GENERAL DONATION | $11,100 |
SALVATION ARMY HEATSHARE PURPOSE: GENERAL DONATION | $10,000 |