Youth Outdoor Experience
- Assets
- $25.2k
- Revenue
- $363.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 7
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
- Founding
- 07/2014
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 46-4125968
Organization Overview
Youth Outdoor Experience, operating under the name Ironwood Tree Experience, is located in Tucson, AZ. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Ironwood Tree Experience employed 7 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ironwood Tree Experience 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 06/2022, Ironwood Tree Experience generated $363.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $381.2k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 12.2% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO CREATE HEALTHY AND RESILIENT COMMUNITIES, IRONWOOD TREE EXPERIENCE MAKES IT POSSIBLE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE TO ENGAGE WITH THE NATURAL WORLD AND BE STEWARDS OF THE ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ITE CONDUCTED FIVE INTERNSHIPS FOR YOUTH AGES 14-20, AND FOUR OF THESE PROVIDED INTERNS WITH MONETARY STIPENDS. THESE INTERNSHIPS WERE CALLED DESERT YOUTH HERITAGE PROJECT, YOUTH AMBASSADORS FOR SOUTHWEST CULTURES, WILDERNESS WARRIORS, YOUTH FOR BLUE SKIES, AND ENVISIONING URBAN TO WILD. THE GOAL OF THESE PROGRAMS IS TO ENGAGE YOUNG PEOPLE IN STEWARDSHIP OF THE LAND AND THEIR COMMUNITIES. IN THESE INTERNSHIPS, YOUTH ARE GUIDED THROUGH FIELD EXPLORATION AND CONNECTED WITH COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO LEARN ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT, CULTURE, AND HISTORY OF THE SOUTHWEST, AS WELL AS TOPICS LIKE CLIMATE CHANGE AND INTERSECTIONAL ENVIRONMENTALISM. INTERNS CONDUCT RESEARCH, GAIN SKILLS, AND PRESENT THEIR FINDINGS TO THE PUBLIC. BENEFITED 37 YOUNG PEOPLE FROM THESES INTERNSHIP PROGRAMS.
THE EXEMPT PURPOSE ACHIEVEMENTS THAT OCCURRED DURING THIS TIMEFRAME WERE ITE PARTNERED WITH TEACHERS AND ADMINISTRATORS TO PROVIDE THE FIELD STUDIES FOR SCHOOLS PROGRAM. IN THESE PROGRAMS, STUDENTS ENGAGE IN FIELD-BASED ACTIVITIES THAT ARE EXPERIENTIAL AND HANDS-ON. OUTINGS TO PUBLIC LANDS AND THE URBAN ENVIRONMENT FOCUS ON ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE, DISCOVERY, AND SKILL-BUILDING ACTIVITIES THAT CONNECT STUDENTS WITH NATURE AND FIELD SCIENCE EXPERTS. ITE PROVIDES SKILLED STAFF, EXPERIENCE, AND RESOURCES THAT SUPPORT TEACHERS AND FOSTER LEARNING. ITE ALSO PROVIDES TRANSPORTATION, FIELD CURRICULA, AND EQUIPMENT. BENEFITED 946 YOUNG PEOPLE FROM THESE PROGRAMS AND 11 TEACHERS THROUGH PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WORKSHOPS.
YOUTH ACTION COMMUNITY PROGRAM IS A NETWORK OF ITE YOUTH PARTICIPANTS, AGES 14-20, AND YOUTH ACTION COMMUNITY PROGRAM YOUNG ALUMNI THAT PROMOTES ECOLOGY AND BIOSCIENCE LESSONS, INTERSECTIONAL ENVIRONMENTALISM, AND COMMUNITY CARE THROUGH WORKSHOPS AND COMMUNITY EVENTS. THROUGH THIS PROGRAM, YOUTH CREATE CONNECTIONS WITH PEERS AND MENTORS WHILE GAINING FRIENDSHIPS, LEADERSHIP AND OUTDOOR SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCES IN OUTDOOR RECREATION, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION, AND CONSERVATION. BENEFITED 67 YOUTH AND YOUNG ALUMNI AND OVER 200 FRIENDS AND FAMILY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Suzanne Dhruv Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $57,040 |
Paul Bellows Chair Of The Board | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Corina T Ontiveros Secretary Of The Board | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jose Schachter Director Of The Board | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Elva DE La Torre Director Of Board | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ingrique Salt Director Of The Board | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $18,329 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $294,022 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $32,525 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $344,876 |
| 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 | -$50 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $363,343 |
| 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. | $57,040 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $57,040 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $197,953 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $11,823 |
| Payroll taxes | $20,383 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $4,140 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,450 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $228 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $716 |
| Office expenses | $2,609 |
| Information technology | $5,625 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $35,497 |
| Travel | $4,858 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $409 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $466 |
| Insurance | $2,546 |
| All other expenses | $5,410 |
| Total functional expenses | $381,189 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $20,149 |
| 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 | $2,196 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $2,890 |
| Total assets | $25,235 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | -$3,604 |
| 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 | -$3,604 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $14,839 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $14,000 |
| 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 | $25,235 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Youth Outdoor Experience has recieved totaling $10,084.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Stonewall Foundation Tucson, AZ PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSES | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $84 |
Peer Organizations
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|---|---|---|
Multiplier San Francisco, CA | $43,496,092 | $39,865,015 |
Great Basin Institute Reno, NV | $12,528,039 | $20,594,715 |
Cool Effect Inc Greenbrae, CA | $6,719,079 | $19,212,039 |
Guided Discoveries Inc San Clemente, CA | $20,044,630 | $15,426,303 |
National Energy Foundation Inc Salt Lake Cty, UT | $10,298,854 | $12,769,820 |
Dream Corps Oakland, CA | $62,121,827 | $57,812,679 |
Grand Canyon Conservancy Grand Canyon, AZ | $25,938,444 | $15,719,134 |
Nextgen Climate America Inc Sacramento, CA | $3,802,758 | $11,549,053 |
Surfrider Foundation San Clemente, CA | $13,752,426 | $12,597,004 |
Friends Of Santa Cruz State Parks Santa Cruz, CA | $7,340,496 | $7,296,539 |
Naturebridge Sausalito, CA | $43,943,887 | $7,780,069 |
Colorado Outdoor Education Center Florissant, CO | $12,059,371 | $7,418,621 |