Center For An Ecology-Based Economy is located in Norway, ME. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center For An Ecology-Based Economy 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, Center For An Ecology-Based Economy generated $158.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 3 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $109.4k during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 7.3% per year over the past 3 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
TO ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY IN ADDRESSING THE CLIMATE EMERGENCY. WE ORGANIZE, EDUCATE, TAKE DIRECT ACTION, AND IMPLEMENT PRACTICAL, ECOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOR A JUST TRANSITION TO A THRIVING, REGENERATIVE ECONOMY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OUR VISION FOR A STABLE, SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY IS ONE THAT IS BUILT ON A BACKBONE OF CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY AND REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURE.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Scott Vlaun Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $16,250 |
Michael Newsom President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Don Mclean Energy Steward | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Anna Heath Shelter Steward | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ted Colburn Transportation Steward | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Roberta Hill Climate Action Steward | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $9,122 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $125,257 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $134,379 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $23,691 |
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 | $330 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $158,400 |
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. | $16,250 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $16,250 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $16,913 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $2,417 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $15 |
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 | $570 |
Advertising and promotion | $729 |
Office expenses | $11 |
Information technology | $2,770 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $3,560 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $115 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $2,257 |
All other expenses | $22 |
Total functional expenses | $109,399 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $176,034 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
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 | $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 | $0 |
Total assets | $176,034 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $2,717 |
Total liabilities | $2,717 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $173,317 |
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 | $176,034 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that Center For An Ecology-Based Economy has recieved totaling $114,523.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Elmina B Sewall Foundation Freeport, ME PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $62,000 |
Onion Foundation Wayne, ME PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSE | $21,500 |
Maine Community Foundation Inc Ellsworth, ME PURPOSE: Food Banks & Pantries, Adult Education | $18,866 |
John T Gorman Foundation Portland, ME PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE FOOTHILLS FOODWORKS PROJECT | $10,000 |
Agnes M Lindsay Trust Chelmsford, MA PURPOSE: FOOD PANTRIES,FOOD BANKS | $2,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $157 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
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Tidewater Conservation Foundation Portland, ME | $0 | $1,700 |
Natural Resources Council Inc Augusta, ME | $17,815,434 | $6,085,741 |
Schoodic Institute At Acadia National Park Winter Harbor, ME | $5,755,184 | $2,708,805 |
Audubon Society Of New Hampshire Concord, NH | $20,426,605 | $3,024,550 |
Belgrade Regional Conservation Alliance Inc Belgrade Lakes, ME | $3,669,200 | $1,663,559 |
Harris Center For Conservation Education Inc Hancock, NH | $18,015,724 | $2,467,355 |
Maine Island Trail Association Portland, ME | $2,260,128 | $1,171,907 |
Loon Preservation Committee Moultonborough, NH | $3,314,932 | $1,265,204 |
Wood Island Life Saving Station Association Kittery Point, ME | $125,188 | $920,228 |
Lakes Region Conservation Trust Center Harbor, NH | $35,709,827 | $1,467,819 |
Laudholm Trust Wells, ME | $11,093,947 | $1,024,210 |
Legado Inc Jackson, NH | $555,888 | $807,224 |