Missouri Organic Association
- Assets
- $649.0k
- Revenue
- $598.5k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 4
- Location
- Hartsburg, MO
- Founding
- 11/1993
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 43-1622852
Organization Overview
Missouri Organic Association is located in Hartsburg, MO. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (K20) the organization is classified as: Agricultural Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Missouri Organic Association employed 4 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Missouri Organic 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 12/2023, Missouri Organic Association generated $598.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 35.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $578.9k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 42.4% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSOURI ORGANIC ASSOCIATION ("MOA") IS A 501(C)3 NON-PROFIT MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION FOUNDED IN 1993 BY THE ORGANIC FARMING COMMUNITY OF MISSOURI. THROUGH EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND OUTREACH, WE WORK TO ADVISE AND SUPPORT ORGANIC GROWERS, PRODUCERS, AND TO HELP CREATE A MORE ECOLOGICALLY SOUND FOOD ENVIRONMENT FOR ALL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MOA, WORKING IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE USDA, IS COMMITTED TO SUPPORTING A DIVERSE RANGE OF FARMERS, RANCHERS, AND PRIVATE FOREST LANDOWNERS THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS FOR CLIMATE-SMART COMMODITIES. THIS EFFORT WILL EXPAND MARKETS FOR AMERICA'S CLIMATE-SMART COMMODITIES, LEVERAGE THE GREENHOUSE GAS BENEFITS OF CLIMATE-SMART COMMODITY PRODUCTION, AND PROVIDE DIRECT, MEANINGFUL BENEFITS TO PRODUCTION AGRICULTURE, INCLUDING FOR SMALL AND UNDERSERVED PRODUCERS.
MOA IS WORKING TO BUILD DEEPER CONNECTIONS BETWEEN MISSOURI PRODUCERS AND NRCS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS THROUGH WORKSHOPS, NETWORKING CONFERENCES, FIELDS DAYS, AND VIRTUAL LEARNING. MOA CONNECTS PRODUCERS AND NRCS PROGRAMS/RESOURCES THROUGH IN-PERSON EXPLANATION OF THE POTENTIAL ECOLOGICAL AND ECONOMIC BENEFITS, DEVELOPMENT OF "EASY TO READ" FACT SHEETS, FIRST-HAND EXPERIENCE OF THE PRACTICES IMPLEMENTED, AND PERSONAL TESTIMONY FROM SUCCESSFUL RECIPIENTS OF NRCS FARM BILL CONSERVATION PROGRAMS.
MOA IS THE MISSOURI LEAD FOR THE TRANSITION TO ORGANIC PARTNERSHIP PROGRAM, A USDA PROGRAM INTENDED TO PROVIDE TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE AND WRAP-AROUND SUPPORT FOR TRANSITIONING AND EXISTING ORGANIC FARMERS. MOA IS PROVIDING DIRECT ASSISTANCE TO PRODUCERS THROUGH TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE RELATED TO ORGANIC TRANSITION, COMMUNITY AND NETWORK DEVELOPMENT, THE ESTABLISHMENT OF MENTOR/MENTEE RELATIONSHIPS, AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIC AG INDUSTRY.
MOA, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH USDA, WORKS TO INCREASE AWARENESS, TECHNICAL TRAINING, AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ORGANIC AGRICULTURAL PRODUCTION IN MISSOURI. MOA ACHIEVES THIS THROUGH PRODUCER EDUCATION FOCUSED ON PRODUCTION METHODS AND PRINCIPLES, MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES, GUIDANCE FOR TRANSITION AND MAINTENANCE OF ORGANIC CERTIFICATION, AND OTHER RELEVANT TOPICS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Denise Phillips Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $9,581 |
Meredith Shaw Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $4,615 |
Daniel Kuebler President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Terry Durham Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
William Rupert Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Jan Eddy Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $3,635 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $545,102 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $17,751 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $566,488 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $27,534 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $2,350 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $2,171 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $598,543 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $365,247 |
| 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. | $4,615 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $923 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $39,267 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $3,332 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,630 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $5,704 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $490 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $72,407 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,160 |
| Office expenses | $5,002 |
| Information technology | $5,614 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $8,962 |
| Travel | $1,270 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $34,990 |
| Interest | $1,402 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $15,512 |
| Insurance | $4,404 |
| All other expenses | $998 |
| Total functional expenses | $578,919 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $13,764 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $81,851 |
| 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 | $8,733 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $544,615 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $648,963 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $62,805 |
| 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 | $14,382 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $77,187 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $559,873 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $11,903 |
| 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 | $648,963 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Missouri Organic Association has awarded $361,247 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
SEIDEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT COMPANY LLC PURPOSE: Provided measurement, monitoring, reporting, and verification support. | $30,000 |
CARBONCYCLE LLC PURPOSE: Designed, developed, and built Carbonizer to deliver technical assistance. | $272,052 |
FIVE STAR FAMILY FARMS PURPOSE: Provided technical assistance and performed producer outreach. | $59,195 |