Bonobo Conservation Initiative
- Assets
- $547.9k
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 04/1999
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 52-2146443
Organization Overview
Bonobo Conservation Initiative is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (D31) the organization is classified as: Protection of Endangered Species, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Bonobo Conservation Initiative employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Bonobo Conservation Initiative 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 12/2021, Bonobo Conservation Initiative generated $1.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $756.2k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 10.2% 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROTECT ENDANGERED BONOBOS,PRESERVE THE TROPICAL RAINFOREST HABITAT, EMPOWER COMMUNITIES IN THE CONGO BASIN. WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES, BCI IS SAFEGUARDING BONOBOS, PRESERVING LARGE TRACTS OF RAINFOREST, BENEFITTING PEOPLE THROUGH LIVELIHOOD AND EDUCATION
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
REDD+ CARBON CREDIT / NATURE-BASED SOLUTIONS FINANCING: TO ENSURE SUSTAINABLE, LONG-TERM SUPPORT FOR THE BONOBO PEACE FOREST, BCI IS ACTIVELY DEVELOPING REDD+ (REDUCED EMISSIONS FROM DEFORESTATION AND DEGRADATION) CARBON CREDIT FINANCING. FORGED NEW PARTNERSHIPS AND ENGAGED IN EXTENSIVE PREPARATIONS WITH DRC GOVERNMENT, LOCAL PARTNERS, INVESTORS, AND TECHNICAL EXPERTS. ENTERED INTO A TERM SHEET WITH CARBON STREAMING CORPORATION AND SECURED INITIAL ADVANCE TO DEVELOP THE PROJECTS AT SANKURU AND KOKOLOPORI. GIVEN THE HEIGHTENED URGENCY TO MITIGATE CLIMATE CHANGE, SUSTAINED FUNDING MECHANISMS TO PRESERVE THE STANDING RAINFOREST--AND THE BIODIVERSITY WITHIN--ARE A PARAMOUNT PRIORITY.
THE BONOBO PEACE FOREST: A NETWORK OF COMMUNITY-MANAGED FOREST RESERVES AND CONCESSIONS, SPANNING A VAST AREA OF RAINFOREST HABITAT. INCLUDES TWO NATIONALLY GAZETTED NATURE RESERVES: KOKOLOPORI BONOBO RESERVE & SANKURU NATURE RESERVE, TOGETHER ENCOMPASING ALMOST 9 MILLION ACRES, PLUS FIVE ADDITIONAL COMMUNITY FORESTS PREPARING FOR LEGAL PROTECTION, WHERE BONOBOS ARE PROTECTED. CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR BONOBO MONITORING AT LILUNGU WITH THREE HABITUATED GROUPS. WITH THE HELP OF THE CDC, HELPED TO CONTAIN MONKEYPOX OUTBREAK AT KOKOLOPORI, WHICH THREATENED BONOBOS AS WELL AS HUMANS. IN-SITU ACTIVITIES INCLUDE RESERVE MANAGEMENT, WILDLIFE PROTECTION, AND SUSTAINABLE LIVELIHOOD INITIATIVES. LONG-TERM BONOBO RESEARCH PROGRAM AT KOKOLOPORI ENTERED ITS SIXTH YEAR, NOW UNDER THE AUSPICES OF HARVARD UNIVERSITY.
AWARENESS & EDUCATION: CONTINUED OUTREACH VIA SOCIAL CHANNELS AND DRC NETWORKS TO RAISE AWARENESS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF PROTECTING BONOBOS AND THEIR HABITAT. PROVIDED TRAINING FOR CONGOLESE STAFF IN VIDEOGRAPHY AND COMMUNICATIONS. PARTICIPATED IN VIRTUAL CONFERENCES AND EVENTS, INCLUDING THE AFRICAN SYMPOSIUM KEYNOTE PANEL RE: WILDLIFE CONSERVATION IN AFRICA IN THE TIME OF COVID-19, WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NETWORK EXPO. PLANNED FURTHER OUTREACH WITH CONGOLESE LUMINARIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Patrick Mehlman Executive Director | Officer | 20 | $106,133 |
Sally J Coxe Presidentceo | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $58,334 |
Jennifer Moustgaard Program Manager | Officer | 40 | $57,417 |
Jessie Jory Outreach Co-Ordinator | Officer | 15 | $18,129 |
Bienvenu Mupenda Chief Operating Officer Drc | Officer | 40 | $16,660 |
Rebecca Bossen Communications Director | Officer | 10 | $12,969 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,221,566 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $3,303 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,221,566 |
| 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 | $1,221,566 |
| 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 | $436,887 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $15,461 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,303 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,820 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $3,680 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $14,318 |
| Information technology | $16,678 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $42,733 |
| Travel | $34,740 |
| 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 | $5,738 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $756,189 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $447,557 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $102 |
| 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 | $100,198 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $547,857 |
| 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 | $50,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $2,458 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $52,458 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $495,399 |
| 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 | $547,857 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Bonobo Conservation Initiative has recieved totaling $35,111.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Globalgiving Foundation Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: FUNDS RAISED BY GLOBALGIVING AND DISBURSED TO MEET DONOR EXPECTATIONS | $29,111 |
Jerry And Suzanne M Litner Foundation Sleepy Hollow, NY PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $6,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Conservation X Labs Inc Washington, DC | $2,967,889 | $4,866,339 |
Endangered Species Coalition Washington, DC | $835,938 | $1,091,649 |
Bonobo Conservation Initiative Washington, DC | $547,857 | $1,221,566 |
Elephant Project Arlington, VA | $5,512 | $0 |
National Endangered Species Act Reform Coalition Washington, DC | $5,873 | $0 |
Lemur Conservation Network Inc Washington, DC | $32,293 | $0 |