The Stewardship Network
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $1.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Ann Arbor, MI
- Founding
- 12/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 56-2471470
Organization Overview
The Stewardship Network is located in Ann Arbor, MI. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Stewardship Network employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Stewardship Network 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, Stewardship Network generated $1.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 26.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $749.9k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 15.3% 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
THE STEWARDSHIP NETWORKS MISSION IS TO CONNECT, EQUIP, AND MOBILIZE PEOPLE AND ORGANIZATIONS TO CARE FOR LAND AND WATER IN THEIR COMMUNITIES. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EQUIP MEMBER COMMUNITIES PROGRAM TSN MEMBER COMMUNITIES ENGAGE IN TRAINING AND ON-THE-GROUND CONSERVATION ACTION, AS WELL AS VOLUNTEER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT. IN 2021, THE STEWARDSHIP NETWORK REFINED AND DELIVERED A SUITE OF SUPPORT SERVICES TO MEMBER COMMUNITIES. TSN ADAPTED TO RESTRICTIONS ON IN-PERSON GATHERINGS AND SAFELY HOSTED 50 TRAININGS AND WORKSHOPS, BOTH VIRTUALLY AND IN-PERSON WITH ADEQUATE SAFETY MEASURES, FOR ITS DIVERSE AND CONTINUALLY GROWING SUPPORTER BASE.
CONNECT LEARNING ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM AS TSNS FLAGSHIP PROGRAM, THE CONNECT LEARNING ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM DELIVERED A SUITE OF CAMPAIGNS, INCLUDING 2021 ANNUAL CONFERENCE, 2021 SPRING CHALLENGE, MONTHLY WEBCASTS, AND THE 2021 NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION. THE 2021 STEWARDSHIP NETWORK CONFERENCE, HELD IN JANUARY, CONNECTED, EDUCATED, AND INSPIRED OVER 220 NATURAL AREAS STEWARDS FROM ACROSS NORTH AMERICA. PRESENTERS AND PARTICIPANTS CAME FROM A WIDE ARRAY OF BACKGROUNDS, INCLUDING PRIVATE LANDOWNERS, TRIBAL MEMBERS, GOVERNMENT AGENCY REPRESENTATIVES, PROFESSIONAL LAND MANAGERS, RESEARCHERS, STUDENTS, AND MORE. THIS INTERDISCIPLINARY CONFERENCE CONTINUED ITS SUPERB TRACK RECORD AS ONE OF THE PREMIER NATURAL AREAS RESTORATION CONFERENCES IN THE REGION, WHILE INVOLVING AN EVEN GREATER DIVERSITY OF PRESENTERS AND PARTICIPANTS THAN IN PREVIOUS YEARS. SUBJECT MATTER INCLUDED ADVANCEMENTS IN ECOLOGICAL RESEARCH, NEW TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGIES, AND COLLABORATIVE PROCESSES. CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O.
MOBILIZE COLLABORATIVE STEWARDSHIP SERVICES TSN COLLABORATED ON SEVERAL IMPORTANT COLLABORATIVE STEWARDSHIP PROJECTS WITH PARTNERS IN 5 STATES. THIS INCLUDED COLLABORATING WELL CAPACITY SUPPORT, CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE STEWARDSHIP NETWORK CAPACITY SUPPORT, USFS CWMA - DULUTH CISMAS SCALE UP IMPACT ON INVASIVES, GREAT LAKES ISLANDS ALLIANCE CAPACITY SUPPORT, MUSKEGON RIVER WATERSHED ASSEMBLY STRATEGIC PLANNING, NORTHWEST ILLINOIS STEWARDSHIP COOPERATIVE STRATEGIC PLANNING, GREAT LAKES CWMA SURVEY, STRATEGY, AND SUPPORT, AND USFS CWMA HURON ARBORS WASHTENAW COUNTY STILTGRASS WORKING GROUP.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Lisa Brush CEO Founder | OfficerTrustee | 50 | $105,000 |
Scott Dierks Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dino Signore Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Chris Theriot Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mark Shepard Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Melanie Herron Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $209,816 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,518,960 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $924 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,728,776 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $116,522 |
| Investment income | $1,227 |
| 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 | $1,857,429 |
| 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. | $108,150 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $5,408 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $249,966 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $6,797 |
| Other employee benefits | $14,323 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,923 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $172 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,400 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $177,867 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $6,595 |
| Information technology | $64,178 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $13,614 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $37,394 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $9,713 |
| Insurance | $3,639 |
| All other expenses | $11,180 |
| Total functional expenses | $749,911 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $49,273 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,190,860 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $20,936 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $10,697 |
| 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 | $9,323 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $14,570 |
| Other assets | $15,569 |
| Total assets | $1,311,228 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $75,997 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $20,115 |
| 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 | $96,112 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $225,855 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $989,261 |
| 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 | $1,311,228 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that The Stewardship Network has recieved totaling $217,702.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation Palo Alto, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EFFORTS TO ACCELERATE INTEGRATED LANDSCAPE AND COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP. | $90,000 |
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint, MI PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE CAPACITY SUPPORT FOR A NETWORK THAT IS ENGAGING AND CONNECTING YEAR-ROUND RESIDENTS OF GREAT LAKES ISLANDS TO ADVANCE STEWARDSHIP OF ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCES. | $90,000 |
Pew Charitable Trusts Washington, DC PURPOSE: Policy | $27,500 |
Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Flint, MI PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE CAPACITY SUPPORT FOR A NETWORK THAT IS ENGAGING AND CONNECTING YEAR-ROUND RESIDENTS OF GREAT LAKES ISLANDS TO ADVANCE STEWARDSHIP OF ISLAND NATURAL RESOURCES. | $10,000 |
Pfizer Foundation Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: MATCHING GIFTS | $150 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $52 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $13,948 |
| Earnings | $1,621 |
| Ending Balance | $15,569 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Cornerstone Public Asset Fund Inc Benton Harbor, MI | $24,614,270 | $6,310,481 |
Whitetails Unlimited Inc Sturgeon Bay, WI | $13,644,275 | $8,358,134 |
Hamilton Parks Conservancy Hamilton, OH | $2,890,560 | $3,817,000 |
Huron Pines Resource Conservation And Development Council Inc Gaylord, MI | $4,807,919 | $3,607,333 |
Conservation Resource Alliance Traverse City, MI | $3,905,468 | $2,483,413 |
Alliance Of Rouge Communities Canton, MI | $577,080 | $2,458,495 |
Seeds Traverse City, MI | $908,858 | $2,507,504 |
Natural Resources Foundation Of Wisconsin Inc Madison, WI | $20,136,945 | $3,445,267 |
Rooted Wi Inc Madison, WI | $3,633,286 | $971,353 |
Wabash River Enhancement Corp Lafayette, IN | $8,389,745 | $1,419,428 |
North Country Trail Association Incorporated Lowell, MI | $1,231,091 | $1,591,571 |
Secore International Inc Hilliard, OH | $715,222 | $1,487,925 |