Nature Conservancy
- Assets
- $8.8b
- Revenue
- $1.3b
- Investments
- $1.7b
- Employees
- 3,880
- Location
- Arlington, VA
- Founding
- 03/1954
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 53-0242652
Organization Overview
Nature Conservancy is located in Arlington, VA. The organization was established in 1954. According to its NTEE Classification (Q38) the organization is classified as: International Environment, Population & Sustainability <i>(Draft Code - not for internal IRS use)</i>, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Nature Conservancy employed 3,880 individuals. This organization is a parent organization of an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Nature 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 06/2021, Nature Conservancy generated $1.3b in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $908.6m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.9% per year over the past 6 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, Nature Conservancy has awarded 3,215 individual grants totaling $275,160,875. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TNC'S MISSION IS TO CONSERVE THE LANDS AND WATERS ON WHICH ALL LIFE DEPENDS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE NATURE CONSERVANCY (TNC) IS FOCUSED ON SECURING A THRIVING PLANET. WE WORK ACROSS THE GLOBE, IN 76 COUNTRIES AND TERRITORIES, AND ALL 50 STATES IN THE U.S. TO CONSERVE THE LANDS AND WATERS ON WHICH ALL LIFE DEPENDS. OUR VISION IS A FUTURE WHERE PEOPLE AND NATURE THRIVE. GROUNDED BY DECADES OF LOCAL ON-THE-GROUND EXPERIENCE, WE MAXIMIZE OUR ABILITY TO AFFECT CHANGE BY BRINGING TOGETHER REAL-WORLD SOLUTIONS, POLICY EXPERTISE, SUSTAINABLE FINANCING, AND COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS. WORKING WITH PARTNERS AROUND THE WORLD, TNC HAS PROTECTED MORE THAN 125 MILLION ACRES OF BOTH CRITICAL TERRESTRIAL AND AQUATIC HABITAT, AS WELL AS OPERATED MORE THAN 100 MARINE CONSERVATION PROJECTS. SEE SCHEDULE O.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Mark Burget Exec VP And Reg Director | 35 | $875,627 | |
Charles Bedford Regional Director | 35 | $678,681 | |
James Willis Asp Former Chief Development Officer | 35 | $663,280 | |
Jennifer Morris Director/chief Executive Officer | OfficerTrustee | 35 | $540,933 |
Katherine Andrews Evp, Global Strategies | 35 | $506,903 | |
Brian Mcpeek Former Chief Conservation Officer | 35 | $487,492 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Tallwave Llc Professional Fundraising Services | 6/29/21 | $3,440,613 |
J F Brennan Company Inc Construction | 6/29/21 | $2,739,147 |
Dm Group Inc Direct Mail Services | 6/29/21 | $5,621,669 |
Gulf Equipment Corporation Construction | 6/29/21 | $10,820,075 |
Rr Donnelley And Sons Company Marketing Services | 6/29/21 | $5,625,804 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $3,897,657 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $1,975 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $101,521,407 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $835,162,740 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $232,869,026 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $940,583,779 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $132,497,280 |
| Investment income | $27,748,767 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $935,760 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $170,656,292 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $170 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $5,139,459 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,290,130,840 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $31,274,982 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $28,300 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $97,140,519 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,975,087 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $856,487 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $224,678 |
| Other salaries and wages | $316,937,190 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $21,920,727 |
| Other employee benefits | $35,867,689 |
| Payroll taxes | $22,909,490 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $3,064,335 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,340,567 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $1,391,447 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $8,418,546 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $20,875,886 |
| Fees for services: Other | $113,216,885 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,339,729 |
| Office expenses | $53,024,147 |
| Information technology | $2,531,817 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $25,129,462 |
| Travel | $1,572,736 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,577,752 |
| Interest | $29,492,655 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,045,797 |
| Insurance | $6,272,325 |
| All other expenses | $5,060,073 |
| Total functional expenses | $908,626,330 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $51,597,323 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $89,821,069 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $263,865,783 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $234,182,814 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $26,889,054 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $12,836,779 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $152,267,265 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,663,517,596 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,673,373,290 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $1,377,486 |
| Other assets | $4,630,646,922 |
| Total assets | $8,800,375,381 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $158,147,059 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $109,510,965 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $10,000,000 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $294,478,026 |
| Other liabilities | $384,257,342 |
| Total liabilities | $956,393,392 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,256,565,038 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,587,416,951 |
| 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 | $8,800,375,381 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Nature Conservancy has awarded $29,372,141 in support to 460 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Steamboat Springs, CO PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $1,963,161 |
UNITED STATES FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $1,301,854 |
Santa Barbara, CA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $699,334 |
Hayfork, CA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $606,747 |
USDA FOREST SERVICE PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $571,109 |
PLACER COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL DISTRICT PURPOSE: CONSERVATION ACTIVITIES | $504,522 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 61 grants that Nature Conservancy has recieved totaling $1,432,272.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Vf Foundation Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: REFINE, DESIGN AND ACTIVATE REGENERATIVE RANCHING TOOLBOX & DEVELOPMENT OF A VIRTUAL FENCE USER GUIDE | $350,000 |
William H Frist Family Foundation Nashville, TN PURPOSE: TO PROMOTE RELIGIOUS, CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC, LITERARY AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES | $150,000 |
Grs Foundation Wichita, KS PURPOSE: OPERATING FUND FOR OTHER PUBLIC CHARITY | $147,000 |
Edward Mosby Lincoln Foundation Wichita, KS PURPOSE: OPERATING FUND FOR OTHER PUBLIC CHARITY | $140,000 |
Philotimo Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $80,000 |
Csp Family Foundation Summit, NJ PURPOSE: GENERAL | $50,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $1,347,399,103 |
| Earnings | $339,568,995 |
| Net Contributions | $18,467,085 |
| Other Expense | $48,505,194 |
| Ending Balance | $1,656,929,989 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Nature Conservancy Arlington, VA | $8,800,375,381 | $1,290,130,840 |
Population Services International Washington, DC | $298,351,627 | $442,491,509 |
Greenpeace Inc Washington, DC | $14,576,047 | $31,713,249 |
Galapagos Conservancy Inc Fairfax, VA | $10,044,502 | $6,410,174 |
Global Geographic Society Fairfax city, VA | $1,670 | $412 |