On Higher Ground
- Assets
- $25.3k
- Revenue
- $75.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Lodge Grass, MT
- Founding
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 45-3092782
Organization Overview
On Higher Ground is located in Lodge Grass, MT. According to its NTEE Classification (K01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2022, On Higher Ground employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. On Higher Ground 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 12/2022, On Higher Ground generated $75.4k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 3 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.4%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $70.8k during the year ending 12/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.6%) per year over the past 3 years. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ON HIGHER GROUND (OHG) WAS FORMED TO PROVIDE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED AND CONCERNED ABOUT OUR MANAGING OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. OHG ALSO WORKS TO BUILD CAPACITY IN NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITIES THROUGH PARTNERSHIPS DESIGNED TO DEVELOP DIVERSE AGRICULTURAL PROGRAMS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HIGH TUNNEL GREENHOUSES: OHG BUILDS HIGH TUNNEL GREENHOUSES DESIGNED TO EXTEND THE NORTHERN TIER GROWING SEASON TO ALLOW NATIVE AMERICAN COMMUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN FOOD SOVEREIGNTY PROJECTS. THESE GREENHOUSES ARE IDEAL FOR PLANTING PRODUCE AND PERMACULTURE PLANTS, WHILE ALSO PROVIDING STUDENTS THE EXPERIENCE NEEDED TO CONSTRUCT AND MAINTAIN THESE FACILITIES. THESE GREENHOUSES ARE MANAGED AND OPERATED BY COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS WHO ASSIST IN THE ESTABLISHMENT OF STUDENT FARMER MARKETS AND PROVIDE A CLASSROOM AREA FOR STUDENTS TO LEARN ABOUT SOIL AMENDMENTS, FERTILIZATION, DRIP IRRIGATION, HARVESTING AND FOOD PROCESSING.
OPEN-AIR CLASSROOMS: TO COMPLETE AND CONNECT THE HIGH TUNNEL GREENHOUSE GARDENING TO OTHER LEARNING PROJECTS, OPEN-AIR SPACES WERE CONSTRUCTED, COVERED ONLY BY A ROOF. THESE OPEN-AIR CLASSROOMS HELPED TO FACILITATE ON-THE-JOB TRAINING FOR STUDENTS SPECIFICALLY FOR JOBS IN NATURAL RESOURCE MANAGEMENT AND AGRICULTURE THROUGHOUT THE REGION. LESSONS AND RELATED MATERIALS ARE PROVIDED BY OHG TO VOLUNTEERS AND STUDENTS. IN ADDITION, THESE SPACES ARE IDEAL SETTINGS FOR YOUTH CAMP LOCATIONS SERVING OTHER NATIVE AMERICAN STUDENTS, INNER-CITY STUDENTS FROM LARGER URBAN CITIES, AND STUDENTS FROM RURAL COMMUNITIES, COMING TOGETHER TO EXPERIENCE CULTURAL EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES AND IMMERSION IN NATIVE CULTURE AND OUR UNIQUE WAYS OF LIVING IN BALANCE WITH MOTHER EARTH.
EXTERNAL EVALUATION: AN EXTERNAL EVALUATOR WAS ENGAGED TO HELP GUIDE THE ESTABLISHMENT OF THE RELEVANT CURRICULUM FOR ALL AGES OF STUDENTS, PRODUCERS, WANT-TO-BE GARDNERS, LAND MANAGERS, AND OTHER CONSERVATION WORKERS. ASSESSMENTS OF PROGRESS ARE CONDUCTED AS WE CONTINUE TO DEVELOP SOLUTIONS TO THE BARRIERS CONFRONTED BY NATIVE AMERICANS AND OTHER BIPOC COMMUNITIES SEEKING ACCESS TO USDA PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Gail R Whiteman Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $18,807 |
Donna Dillon Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Victoria Parker Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Tom J Mount Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $52,677 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $22,729 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $75,406 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $75,406 |
| 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. | $18,807 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $4,730 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,178 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $828 |
| Office expenses | $4,704 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $6,461 |
| Travel | $17,312 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $389 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $185 |
| Total functional expenses | $70,839 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $18,501 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $6,352 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $470 |
| Total assets | $25,323 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $500 |
| 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 | $500 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $24,823 |
| 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 | $25,323 |
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