Th Ojai Foundation
- Assets
- $2.3m
- Revenue
- $254.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 15
- Location
- Ojai, CA
- Founding
- 08/1975
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 51-0151116
Organization Overview
Th Ojai Foundation is located in Ojai, CA. The organization was established in 1975. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Th Ojai Foundation employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Th Ojai Foundation 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, Th Ojai Foundation generated $254.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (16.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $494.5k during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.1%) per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE ORGANIZATION SPONSORS VARIOUS RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS PROVIDING AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY FOR ITS PARTICIPANTS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SPONSORED PROJECTS AND INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMS- THE FOUNDATION SPONSORS SEVERAL PROJECTS THAT FURTHER THE MISSION OF THE OJAI FOUNDATION. THIS INCLUDES WAYS OF COUNCIL AND THE TRAINERS MENTORING CIRCLE. THESE EFFORTS ADVANCE THE REACH AND SCOPE OF COUNCIL WORK INTERNATIONALLY.
THE FOUNDATION HAD LIMITED OPERATING CAPACITY DUE TO RESTRICTIONS IMPOSED BY COVID-19. PROGRAMS HELD FOCUSED ON OUR CORE PRACTICES: COUNCIL, LAND STEWARDSHIP AND RITES OF PASSAGE. LAND-BASED PROGRAMS - THE PRACTICE OF COUNCIL IS A CORNERSTONE OF TOF PROGRAMMING. COUNCIL CREATES A PLACE FOR DEEP LISTENING AND COMMUNICATION THAT LENDS ITSELF TO RESOLVING CONFLICTS AND DISCOVERING THE DEEPER, OFTEN UNEXPRESSED NEEDS OF INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS. COUNCIL PROVIDES A COMPREHENSIVE MEANS FOR CO-VISIONING AND MAKING DECISIONS IN A GROUP CONTEXT. LAND STEWARDSHIP PROGRAMS PROVIDE THE OPPORTUNITY FOR MEANINGFUL CONNECTION WITH PLACE IN A COMMUNITY CONTEXT.OUR YOUTH RITES OF PASSAGE PROGRAMS SUPPORT YOUTH TO MARK TIMES OF SIGNIFICANCE WHILE PROVIDING A RICH BACKGROUND THAT HELPS TO FRAME THESE EXPERIENCES. FURTHERMORE, THESE EXPERIENCES ARE GROUNDED WITHIN GROUP INTERACTION AND RELATIONSHIP, WHICH ENCOURAGES YOUTH TO CONNECT WITH EACH OTHER WHILE EXPLORING THE DEPTHS OF THEIR PERSONAL SELVES. FOR ONE TO FIVE DAY IN-PERSON AND ONLINE RETREATS, YOUTH PARTICIPATE IN COUNCIL, ART, PERSONAL INTROSPECTION, AND LAND STEWARDSHIP PROJECTS. BY COMBINING THESE ACTIVITIES IN A UNIQUE WAY, THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES A SPACE IN WHICH STUDENTS EXPLORE THE SIGNIFICANT TRANSITIONS OF THEIR LIVES, CLARIFY PERSONAL VALUES, EXPLORE ISSUES OF DIVERSITY, AND DEEPEN THEIR RELATIONSHIP TO NATURE, THEMSELVES, AND EACH OTHER. OVER 100 INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATED.
RITES OF PASSAGE- WE PROVIDE RITES OF PASSAGE EXPERIENCES FOR SENIORS, 8TH GRADERS, AND OTHER HIGH SCHOOL & MIDDLE SCHOOL AGED YOUTH. TYPICAL PROGRAMS RUN UP TO 5 DAYS IN LENGTH, AND INCORPORATE THE PRACTICE OF COUNCIL, MINDFULNESS, STEWARDSHIP OF THE LAND SANCTUARY, AND TRUST-BUILDING ACTIVITIES. ON AVERAGE WE SERVE APPROXIMATELY 200 YOUTH ANNUALLY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
David Bryan President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Alan Mobley Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Elena Rios Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kristin Worthe Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Yamin Chehin Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Ilarion Merculieff Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $5,000 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $105,818 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $110,818 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $80,729 |
| Investment income | $14,145 |
| 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 | $254,845 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $206,759 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $19,027 |
| Payroll taxes | $17,064 |
| 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 | $27,966 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $1,293 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $1,731 |
| 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 | $29,919 |
| Insurance | $16,264 |
| All other expenses | $13,216 |
| Total functional expenses | $494,477 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $265,638 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $949,599 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,000 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $2,196 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $3,100 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $710,396 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $408,431 |
| Total assets | $2,342,360 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $9,810 |
| 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 | $58,942 |
| Total liabilities | $68,752 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,190,378 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $83,230 |
| 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 | $2,342,360 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Th Ojai Foundation has recieved totaling $19,574.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
W W W Foundation South Pasadena, CA PURPOSE: WHEEL OF LIFE - THE HEALING CENTER IN LILLOOET | $13,000 |
W W W Foundation South Pasadena, CA PURPOSE: DRYLAND NATURAL RESOURCES CENTER GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $6,000 |
Waldorf Family Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: FURTHERANCE OF THE CHARITY'S PURPOSE | $525 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $49 |
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|---|---|---|
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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 |
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 |
Eco Center Inc San Juan Capistrano, CA | $2,693,282 | $4,532,264 |
Redford Center Inc San Francisco, CA | $7,412,081 | $4,156,268 |