Appalachian Trail Conservancy
- Assets
- $32.8m
- Revenue
- $14.6m
- Investments
- $10.9m
- Employees
- 115
- Location
- Harpers Ferry, WV
- Founding
- 08/1950
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 52-6046689
Organization Overview
Appalachian Trail Conservancy is located in Harpers Ferry, WV. The organization was established in 1950. According to its NTEE Classification (N32) the organization is classified as: Parks & Playgrounds, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Appalachian Trail Conservancy employed 115 individuals. This organization is the central organization for a national or regional group of organizations. Appalachian Trail Conservancy 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 12/2023, Appalachian Trail Conservancy generated $14.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $11.6m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 5.1% per year over the past 9 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, Appalachian Trail Conservancy has awarded 222 individual grants totaling $15,063,500. 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
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PRINCIPAL STEWARDS PROTECTING, MANAGING, AND ADVOCATING FOR THE 2,200 MILE ANST (APPALACHIAN NATIONAL SCENIC TRAIL)
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL CONSERVANCY IS A VOLUNTEER-BASED, NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROTECTING, MANAGING, AND ADVOCATING FOR THE NATURAL, SCENIC, HISTORICAL, AND CULTURAL RESOURCES ASSOCIATED WITH THE 2,200 MILE ANST IN ORDER TO PROVIDE OUTDOOR RECREATION AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR TRAIL VISITORS. THE ORGANIZATION SERVES AN ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP OF 30,389 AS WELL AS AN ESTIMATED 3 MILLION VISITORS ANNUALLY TO THE APPALACHIAN TRAIL. IT COORDINATES THE EFFORTS OF 30 MEMBER CLUBS AND OVER 4,700 VOLUNTEERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
James Latorre Chair | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Nathan Rogers Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Katherine Ross Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Rajinder Singh Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 8 | $0 |
Renee Alton-Maisonet Director | Trustee | 8 | $0 |
Grant Davies Director | Trustee | 8 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Advantage Technology It Services | 12/30/23 | $164,000 |
One Source Production Mailing Services | 12/30/23 | $123,227 |
Uptown Press Inc Mailing Services | 12/30/23 | $116,219 |
K2d Strategies Consulting Services | 12/30/23 | $102,330 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $982,211 |
| Fundraising events | $19,883 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $7,881,987 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,278,591 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $8,884,081 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,424,197 |
| Investment income | $286,650 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $732,443 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$5,405 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $197,835 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $14,574,772 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $214,194 |
| 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. | $316,219 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $316,219 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,091,738 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $237,225 |
| Other employee benefits | $347,823 |
| Payroll taxes | $421,341 |
| 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 | $145,090 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,795,639 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,012 |
| Office expenses | $433,551 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $432,748 |
| Travel | $294,618 |
| 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 | $154,561 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $11,597,302 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,233,273 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,686,552 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $959,334 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $9,617,906 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $234,225 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $183,621 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,773,451 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $10,854,613 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $220,730 |
| Total assets | $32,763,705 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $521,583 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $9,244,507 |
| 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 | $455,217 |
| Total liabilities | $10,221,307 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $10,535,260 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,007,138 |
| 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 | $32,763,705 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Appalachian Trail Conservancy has awarded $209,387 in support to 7 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
GATC DOUG HAAS PURPOSE: GA TAG GRANT FUNDS | $55,726 |
SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN HIGHLANDS CONSERVANCY PURPOSE: GRASSY BALD MANAGEMENT, FERAL HOG EDUCATION/CONTROL AND RESTORATION ON ROAN HIGHLANDS | $84,509 |
AMC - BUSINESS OFFICE PURPOSE: NE PA RIDGERUNNER AND FUNDS FOR BEAR BOXES | $9,782 |
POTOMAC APPAL TRAIL CLUB PURPOSE: VA, MD AND MICHAUX RIDGERUNNER POSITIONS. | $31,631 |
CAROLINA MOUNTAIN CLUB PURPOSE: WALNUT MTN ABATEMENT AND RELOCATION AND HOT SPRINGS KIOSK | $11,811 |
TENNESSEE EASTMAN HIKING CLUB PURPOSE: ROCK DRILL BITS, BOG BRIDGES, PEAK FINDERS, GRAFFITI BOARD AND PICNIC TABLE REPLACEMENTS, CONTRACT MOWING | $7,010 |