City Growers Inc
- Assets
- $108.2k
- Revenue
- $268.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Brooklyn, NY
- Founding
- 08/2013
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 45-2149344
Organization Overview
City Growers Inc is located in Brooklyn, NY. The organization was established in 2013. 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 06/2021, City Growers Inc employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. City Growers 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 06/2021, City Growers Inc generated $268.3k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $369.9k during the year ending 06/2021. 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
THROUGH OUR ORIGINAL CURRICULUM DESIGN THAT USES INNOVATIVE GROWING SPACES ON ROOFTOP FARMS, IN SCHOOL GARDENS, AND PUBLIC PARKS - CITY GROWERS FOSTERS A LOVE OF NATURE AND ENCOURAGES NYC YOUTH TO CONSIDER THEIR PLACE, AGENCY, AND FUTURE WITHIN THE GREATER ECOSYSTEM AND THE PLANET.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THROUGH OUR ORIGINAL CURRICULUM DESIGN THAT USES INNOVATIVE GROWING SPACES ON ROOFTOP FARMS, IN SCHOOL GARDENS, AND PUBLIC PARKS - CITY GROWERS FOSTERS A LOVE OF NATURE AND ENCOURAGES NYC YOUTH TO CONSIDER THEIR PLACE, AGENCY, AND FUTURE WITHIN THE GREATER ECOSYSTEM AND THE PLANET. FARM WORKSHOPS AT BROOKLYN GRANGE ROOFTOP FARMS ARE CITY GROWERS PREMIERE PROGRAMS WHICH OFFER UNIQUE STEM-BASED EXPERIENCES FOR PREK-12 SCHOOLS LOOKING TO DEEPEN STUDENTS UNDERSTANDING OF FOOD, AGRICULTURE, AND THE URBAN ECOSYSTEM. FARM WORKSHOPS ARE HIGHLY SUBSIDIZED FOR SCHOOLS WITH THE HIGHEST ECONOMIC NEEDS INDEX. THOUSANDS OF NYC YOUTH PARTICIPATE IN CITY GROWERS FARM WORKSHOPS ANNUALLY. FAMILY FARM DAYS TAKE PLACE AT BROOKLYN GRANGE ROOFTOP FARMS IN LONG ISLAND CITY AND SUNSET PARK, AND AT THE RIVER STREET FARM COLLECTIVE IN WILLIAMSBURG. FAMILY FARM DAYS ARE CITY GROWERS FREE WEEKEND PROGRAMMING OPEN TO THE PUBLIC AND DESIGNED TO ENGAGE LOCAL FAMILIES IN EXPLORATION OF THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD URBAN FARMS. FARM TO YOUTH WORKSHOPS BRING URBAN ECOLOGY AND AGRICULTURE EDUCATION DIRECTLY TO SCHOOLS, PARKS, AND PLAYGROUNDS USING EXPERIENTIAL AND MOVEMENT-BASED LEARNING TO ENGAGE YOUNG PEOPLE IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD ECOSYSTEMS. CITY GROWERS OFFERS THESE WORKSHOPS TO SCHOOLS WITH THE HIGHEST ECONOMIC NEEDS INDEX FOR FREE AND HIGHLY SUBSIDIZED RATES. COMPASS EXPLORE IS CITY GROWERS FULLY SUBSIDIZED SUMMER CAMP AND AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM WITH 30 FREE SLOTS FOR PREK-5TH GRADE BROOKLYN YOUTH. IN SUMMER 2020 THIS PROGRAM WAS OFFERED AS A FREE VIRTUAL CAMP IN JULY AND AUGUST. IN SPRING 2021 THIS PROGRAM RAN FROM MARCH THROUGH JUNE AND TOOK PLACE IN-PERSON AND FULLY OUTDOORS AT PS20 THE CLINTON HILL SCHOOL. PARTICIPANTS ENGAGED IN GARDENING, ECO-ARTS, AND MOVEMENT BASED LEARNING ABOUT FOOD, AGRICULTURE, AND THE URBAN ECOSYSTEM. GREEN AMBASSADORS IS AN AFTERSCHOOL PARTNERSHIP BETWEEN CITY GROWERS, HANAC, AND IS141 IN ASTORIA QUEENS. IN SPRING 2021 FROM APRIL THROUGH JUNE, THIS PROGRAM ENGAGED 20 MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS THROUGH DEEPENING THEIR EXPLORATION OF AGRICULTURE AND THE URBAN ECOSYSTEM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rebecca Di Meo Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $72,692 |
Janet Stein Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Georgia Maloney Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
David Litterine-Kaufman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Andres Ledesma Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephani Diaz Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $30,728 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $224,734 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $255,462 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,876 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $268,338 |
| 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. | $68,115 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $23,840 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $186,194 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,026 |
| Payroll taxes | $24,697 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $15,950 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $28,431 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $971 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $8,685 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $16,864 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $369,916 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $62,935 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $38,978 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $6,319 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $108,232 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $5,841 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,250 |
| 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 | $137,549 |
| Total liabilities | $144,640 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$36,408 |
| 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 | $108,232 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that City Growers Inc has recieved totaling $2,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Stearns Charitable Trust Boston, MA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $2,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Electrical Industry Labor Management Cooperation Tr Dorchester, MA | $23,732,752 | $56,768,144 |
Dairy One Cooperative Inc Ithaca, NY | $10,249,154 | $25,724,887 |
Holstein Friesian Association Of America Brattleboro, VT | $42,888,096 | $20,454,102 |
Hambletonian Society The Cranbury, NJ | $5,608,418 | $11,854,034 |
The William H Miner Agricultural Research Institute Chazy, NY | $25,150,167 | $10,410,462 |
Grace Communications Foundation Inc New York, NY | $9,222,389 | $7,837,107 |
Rodale Institute Kutztown, PA | $44,853,395 | $12,528,365 |
New Haven Ecology Project Inc New Haven, CT | $13,646,916 | $6,735,090 |
Attleboro Corporate Center Association Inc Attleboro, MA | $92,995 | $6,024,289 |
United Food And Commercial Workers International Union Dedham, MA | $6,169,904 | $6,230,011 |
Essex Agricultural Society Topsfield, MA | $13,692,899 | $6,659,006 |
Pennsylvania Certified Organic Spring Mills, PA | $1,487,363 | $4,239,851 |