The American Bear Association is located in Orr, MN. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (D01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, American Bear Association employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. American Bear Association 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, American Bear Association generated $418.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $329.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 10.1% 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
EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC REGARDING BLACK BEARS AND THE ENVIRONMENT. PROMOTION OF THE WELFARE OF THE BLACK BEAR AND NATURAL RESOURCES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROGRAM EXPENSES AND REVENUE ARE DIRECTLY RELATED TO THE PROMOTION, WELFARE, AND EDUCATION OF THE BLACK BEAR. PUBLIC EDUCATION AND VIEWING OF THE BLACK BEAR TAKES PLACE FROM MEMORIAL DAY TO LABOR DAY 6 DAYS A WEEK.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
James Glancy Treasurer | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Robert Babich Secretary | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Bill Lea President | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Ross Coyer Vice President | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $15,420 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $70,902 |
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 | $86,322 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $241,328 |
Investment income | $1,540 |
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 | $86,933 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $418,298 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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 | $71,560 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $2,089 |
Payroll taxes | $7,158 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $8,667 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $5,965 |
Office expenses | $8,872 |
Information technology | $610 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $25,670 |
Travel | $25,697 |
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 | $16,986 |
Insurance | $13,684 |
All other expenses | $10,629 |
Total functional expenses | $329,332 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $52,885 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $213,745 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
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 | $28,574 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $161 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $576,514 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $4,600 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $876,479 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $904 |
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 | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $0 |
Total liabilities | $904 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $875,575 |
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 | $876,479 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that The American Bear Association has recieved totaling $7,864.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $6,656 |
Verizon Foundation Basking Ridge, NJ PURPOSE: VIP PAYOUT FOR 07/25/21 | $750 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $458 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Roseville, MN | $2,704,132 | $1,534,281 |
Eaglewatch Inc Wabasha, MN | $4,095,816 | $2,610,931 |
The American Bear Association Orr, MN | $876,479 | $418,298 |
Compassionate Action For Animals Minneapolis, MN | $193,548 | $271,636 |
Friends Of Willow River And Kinnickinnic State Parks Inc Hudson, WI | $888,363 | $215,362 |
Pheasants Forever Inc Saint Paul, MN | $492,439 | $74,808 |
Wisconsin Trappers Association Inc Oregon, WI | $101,620 | $169,433 |
Animal Rights Coalition Inc Minneapolis, MN | $369,990 | $0 |
Saving Sully Dog Rescue Inc Fond Du Lac, WI | $70,105 | $0 |
Charlie Project Dog Rescue Limited Twin Lakes, WI | $38,009 | $0 |
South Dakota Wildlife Federation Inc Pierre, SD | $381,253 | $110,276 |
Pit Squad Rescue Mn Inc Minneapolis, MN | $8,610 | $46,848 |