National Forest Foundation
- Assets
- $73.8m
- Revenue
- $51.6m
- Investments
- $1.3m
- Employees
- 103
- Location
- Missoula, MT
- Founding
- 07/1993
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 52-1786332
Organization Overview
National Forest Foundation is located in Missoula, MT. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (N20) the organization is classified as: Camps, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 09/2023, National Forest Foundation employed 103 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. National Forest 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 09/2023, National Forest Foundation generated $51.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $47.9m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 17.8% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2015, National Forest Foundation has awarded 1,103 individual grants totaling $69,281,721. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE FOUNDATION, CHARTERED BY CONGRESS AS THE OFFICIAL NON-PROFIT PARTNER OF THE US FOREST SERVICE, ENGAGES AMERICANS IN COMMUNITY BASED AND NATIONAL PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE THE HEALTH AND PUBLIC ENJOYMENT OF THE 193 MILLION ACRE NATIONAL FOREST SYSTEM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CONSERVATION: PROTECT AND RESTORE NATURAL RESOURCES AND FOREST LANDSCAPES. METHODS INCLUDE PRESCRIBED BURNING, EROSION CONTROL, RE-VEGETATION AND ERADICATION OF EXOTIC SPECIES.
FOREST SERVICE GRANTS: MAINTAIN AND UPGRADE VISITOR AMENITIES, TRAILS, AND INTERPRETIVE DISPLAYS; IMPROVE ACCESS AND UNDERSTANDING OF NATIONAL FOREST RESOURCES; RESTORE HABITAT OF NATIVE SPECIES; PROMOTE RECREATIONAL FACILITIES AND RESPONSIBLE APPRECIATION OF WILDLIFE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rob Leary Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Bob Wheeler Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jose Minaya Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Janice Innis-Thompson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Caroline Choi Executive Committee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Patricia Hayling Price Executive Committee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Usda Forest Service Tree Planting & Other Conservation Work | 9/29/23 | $3,955,261 |
R&r Conner Aviation Llc Handwork And Helicopter Yarding For Fall | 9/29/23 | $2,005,500 |
Markit Forestry Mgmt Helicopter Operations To Remove Trees, H | 9/29/23 | $1,876,856 |
Aloma Land And Forest Hardwood Culturing And Hand Thin/pile | 9/29/23 | $1,005,216 |
West Forest Inc Mastication Work Done To Reduce Wildfire | 9/29/23 | $965,218 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $276,187 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $8,195,455 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $19,928,295 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $190,526 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $28,399,937 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $21,885,333 |
| Investment income | $1,310,554 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $1,000 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $81,500 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$145,623 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $51,563,943 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $8,649,265 |
| 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. | $418,992 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $78,208 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $6,569,281 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $155,573 |
| Other employee benefits | $674,488 |
| Payroll taxes | $526,334 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,129 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $105,321 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $47,551 |
| Fees for services: Other | $28,553,132 |
| Advertising and promotion | $62,773 |
| Office expenses | $230,619 |
| Information technology | $387,153 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $61,642 |
| Travel | $399,848 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $269,093 |
| Interest | $13,264 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $47,577 |
| Insurance | $40,632 |
| All other expenses | $69,723 |
| Total functional expenses | $47,919,274 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $49,419,076 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $16,949,685 |
| 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 | $85,204 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $169,388 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $351,335 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $5,579,434 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,262,638 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $73,816,760 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $11,128,149 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $8,506,461 |
| 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 | $3,036,487 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $22,671,097 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,743,272 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $46,402,391 |
| 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 | $73,816,760 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, National Forest Foundation has awarded $8,596,273 in support to 115 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ALASKA TRAILS PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $25,922 |
AMERICAN CONSERVATION EXPERIENCE PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $48,000 |
APPALACHIAN MOUNTAIN CLUB PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $45,500 |
APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVANCY PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $41,287 |
ARIZONA WILDERNESS COALITION PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $30,000 |
ASCEND WILDERNESS EXPERIENCE PURPOSE: SUPPORT US NATIONAL FORESTS AND GRASSLANDS | $9,668 |