Highland Support Project
- Assets
- $215.1k
- Revenue
- $179.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Richmond, VA
- Founding
- 12/1994
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 54-1681703
Organization Overview
Highland Support Project is located in Richmond, VA. The organization was established in 1994. According to its NTEE Classification (Q12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Highland Support Project employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Highland Support Project 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, Highland Support Project generated $179.7k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (20.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $220.1k during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (16.5%) per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE HIGHLAND SUPPORT PROJECT (THE ORGANIZATION) PROVIDES FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIGENOUS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS IN ORDER TO EMPOWER COMMUNITIES THROUGH A PROCESS OF ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL TRANSFORMATION. THESE ORGANIZATIONS ARE INCORPORATED UNDER GUATEMALAN LAW AS NON-PROFIT OR COOPERATIVE ASSOCIATIONS DEDICATED TO CHARITABLE PURPOSES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
HIGHLAND PARTNERS FACILITATED 153 VOLUNTEERS FROM UNIVERSITY AND CHURCH GROUPS WHO WORKED IN NATIVE COMMUNITIES IN GUATEMALA AND THE WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE RESERVATION IN ARIZONA. THESE TRANSFORMATIONAL EXPERIENCES PROVIDED AN ESTIMATED 900 HOURS OF VOLUNTEER SERVICES IN COMMUNITY-LED INFRASTRUCTURE AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. A COMMUNITY-LED INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM CONSTRUCTED 120 STOVES THAT ELIMINATE INTERNAL AIR POLLUTION, A MAJOR HEALTH ISSUE FOR DEVELOPING WORLD WOMEN AND CHILDREN. THE PROGRAM WORKS TO ORGANIZE COMMUNITY SOCIAL NETWORKS AND PROVIDE CAPACITY BUILDING WORKSHOPS THAT ENABLE COMMUNITIES TO SOLVE THEIR OWN PROBLEMS AND TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OPPORTUNITIES. THE PROGRAM ALSO PLANTED 1,200 TREES PURCHASED FROM A PROGRAM-SUPPORTED WOMEN'S TREE NURSERY THAT COLLECTS OLD GROWTH SEEDS TO MAINTAIN GENETIC DIVERSITY.
ASSOCIATION OF HIGHLAND WOMEN - PROVIDED SUPPORT FOR THE FORMATION OF A REGIONAL WOMEN'S ORGANIZATION TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES TO MAYA WOMEN AND NETWORK THESE LEADERS.
BY THE ROOTS WAS ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE COMMUNITY ORGANIZING ASSISTANCE TO TRIBAL MEMBERS ON THE WHITE MOUNTAIN APACHE RESERVATION AND TO DEVELOP COMMUNITY BASED SOLUTIONS TO THE PROBLEMS OF FOOD INSECURITY AND SOCIAL ISOLATION. THE PROGRAM CONDUCTED MONTHLY HORTICULURE WORKSHOPS AND FACILITATED ENGINEERING SUPPORT FOR SUSTAINABLE IRRIGATION PROJECTS. THE PROJECT RECLAIMED APPROXIMATELY ONE MILE OF FLOOD IRRIGATION CANALS IN THE NORTH FORK COMMUNITY.
THE DEEP ECOLOGY EDUCATION PROGRAM WAS INITIATED TO PROMOTE EPISTEMOLOGICAL TRANSFORMATION. THE FOCUS OF THE PROGRAM IS PROVIDING STRUCTURED INTERNSHIPS AND FEDERAL WORK STUDY POSITIONS. 46 COLLEGE STUDENTS PARTICIPATED IN A MONTORING PROGRAM OF COMMUNITY ORGANIZING AND ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP. THE PROGRAM HAS NETWORKED COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS WITH CITY SCHOOLS FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF POLLINATOR GARDENS ALONG WITH CURRICULUM ENHANCEMENT ACTIVITIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Benjamin E Blevins CEO | Officer | 40 | $31,500 |
Guadalupe R Blevins President | Officer | 25 | $31,500 |
Heather Ashton Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Avery Nguyen Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Parisa Tabassian Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 1.25 | $0 |
Aruna Anbazhagana 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 | $160,248 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $160,248 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $19,443 |
| 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 | $179,691 |
| 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 | $13,309 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $63,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $33,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $37,395 |
| Payroll taxes | $7,344 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,300 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $13,114 |
| Travel | $1,278 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $16 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,043 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $2,358 |
| Total functional expenses | $220,052 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $185,945 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $10,245 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $13,897 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,963 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $215,050 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $149,900 |
| Other liabilities | $5,350 |
| Total liabilities | $155,250 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $59,800 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $215,050 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Highland Support Project has recieved totaling $44,888.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Globalgiving Foundation Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: FUNDS RAISED BY GLOBALGIVING AND DISBURSED TO MEET DONOR EXPECTATIONS | $42,254 |
Pfizer Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $2,500 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $134 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Islamic Relief Usa Alexandria, VA | $182,616,288 | $136,444,567 |
Counterpart International Inc Washington, DC | $23,853,185 | $37,100,672 |
Finca International Inc Washington, DC | $220,542,017 | $16,504,630 |
Eurasia Foundation Inc Washington, DC | $7,282,681 | $16,957,437 |
Asia Harvest Winston Salem, NC | $3,139,213 | $8,431,865 |
Endowment Of The United States Institute Of Peace Incorporated Washington, DC | $76,020,223 | $4,830,011 |
Better World Fund Washington, DC | $6,993,265 | $3,925,019 |
Vinacapital Foundation Highlands, NC | $2,325,034 | $2,550,565 |
Fonkoze Usa Inc Washington, DC | $5,674,666 | $3,229,586 |
Novak Djokovic Foundation Usa Mooresville, NC | $1,770,113 | $619,559 |
Southeast Asia Resource Action Center Searac Washington, DC | $2,792,698 | $2,598,201 |
American Friends Of Lubavitch Washington, DC | $4,680,162 | $1,513,185 |