Seed Science Foundation
- Assets
- $905.7k
- Revenue
- $130.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 05/1979
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 52-6054120
Organization Overview
Seed Science Foundation is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 1979. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Seed Science 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 12/2023, Seed Science Foundation generated $130.1k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (5.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $82.5k during the year ending 12/2023. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (14.9%) per year over the past 7 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ENCOURAGE RESEARCH IN PLANT & SEED BIOLOGY & HELP BENEFIT THE SEED INDUSTRY, FARMER AND CONSUMERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GRANTS - RESEARCH - FUNDING FOR PUBLIC RESEARCH PROGRAMS IN BASIC SEED SCIENCE AND EXPLORE OPPORTUNITIES FOR PUBLIC AND PRIVATE RESEARCH ORGANIZATIONS TO FURTHER THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF "HOW SEEDS WORK THE WAY THEY DO."
SCHOLARSHIPS - TO DEVELOP NEW TECHNIQUES AND IMPROVE TECHNOLOGY IN THE FIELD OF SEED TECHNOLOGY. WE SUPPORT BASIC SEED RESEARCH, WHICH HAS THE POTENTIAL FOR APPLICATION TO MORE THAN ONE CROP SPECIES.
OPERATION STUDENT CONNECTION - TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE CAMPUS CONNECTION PROGRAM, ENGAGING STUDENTS IN AGRICULTURAL ACTIVITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dave Bubeck President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Teresa Mitzel Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Curtis Wiltse 1st Past President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dr Ric Dunkle Research Vice Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Samantha Thomas Research Vice Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Shannon Carmondy Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $126,377 |
| Investment income | $3,696 |
| 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 | $130,073 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $50,000 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,000 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $10,000 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,796 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $230 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $885 |
| Insurance | $1,286 |
| All other expenses | $1,262 |
| Total functional expenses | $82,459 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $818,458 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $15,000 |
| 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 | $885 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $71,388 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $905,731 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $10,000 |
| Grants payable | $16,508 |
| 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 | $26,508 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $826,111 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $53,112 |
| 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 | $905,731 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Seed Science Foundation has awarded $72,916 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
IOWA STATE UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY PURPOSE: RESEARCH GRANT | $38,322 |
UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA - DAVIS PURPOSE: RESEARCH GRANT | $34,594 |