Trees Foundation is located in Redway, CA. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Trees Foundation employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Trees 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 06/2022, Trees Foundation generated $606.5k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 17.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $588.5k during the year ending 06/2022. While expenses have increased by 19.2% 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TREES FOUNDATION MISSION IS TO RESTORE THE ECOLOGICAL INTEGRITY OF CALIFORNIA'S NORTH COAST BY EMPOWERING & ASSISTING REGIONAL COMMUNITY BASED EFFORTS THAT PROMOTE HEALTHY LAND STEWARDSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SAVE CALIFORNIA SALMON PROJECT: THE SAVE CALIFORNIA SALMON PROJECT SUPPORTS THE FISHERIES AND WATER PROTECTION WORK OF NORTH COAST COMMUNITIES, EDUCATES THE PUBLIC ON THE ISSUES, AND ADVOCATES TO EFFECTIVE POLICYCHANGE FOR CLEAN WATER, FISHERIES AND COMMUNITIES. THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA IS CONSIDERING RESTORING FLOWS ON SOME NORTH COAST RIVERS THROUGH THE CALIFORNIA WATER ACTION PLAN. SEVEN DAMS ON THE KLAMATH AND EEL RIVERS ARE UP FOR RELICENSING. THESE DAMS PROVIDE VERY LITTLE POWER, BUT BLOCK HUNDREDS OF MILES OF FISH HABITAT. THIS PAST YEAR SCS CONTINUED EFFORS TO SUPPORT DAM REMOVAL, AGRICULTURAL POLLUTION REGULATION, AND FLOWS FOR FISH.
MENDO TRAIL STEWARDS PROGRAM: MENODICNO TRAILS STEWARDS IS WORKING TO GIVE A VOICE, THROUGH PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, TO THOSE IN THE MENDOCINO COASTAL COMMUNITY WHO WISH TO SEE JACKSON DEMONSTRATION STATE FOREST MANAGED IN A TRULY SUSTAINABLE WAY. THE END GOAL IS TO SEE THE END OF LOGGING WITHIN JDSF AND CO-MANAGEMENT WITH THE POMO INDIANS WHOSE ANCESTRAL LAND JDSF IS WITHIN.
THE CERUS FUND PROVIDES GRANTS TO NONPROFIT ENVIRONMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS & PROJECTS IN OUR REGION. ESTABLISHED THROUGH A PRIVATE DONATION, THIS FUND MAKES GRANTS IN THE AREAS OF RESOURCE PROTECTION, RESTORATION, & CONSERVATION.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Susan Barsotti President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Lenya Quinn-Davidson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Leib Ostrow Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Ali Freedlund Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Bill Eastwood Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Elizabeth Redfeather Board Member | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $5,000 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $594,023 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $599,023 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $5,102 |
Investment income | $2,330 |
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 | $606,455 |
Statement of Expenses | |
---|---|
Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $56,783 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $62,095 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $5,461 |
Fees for services: Management | $332,726 |
Fees for services: Legal | $7,450 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $2,855 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $36,378 |
Office expenses | $6,154 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $16,225 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,192 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
Insurance | $10,670 |
All other expenses | $12,076 |
Total functional expenses | $588,536 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,946 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $438,688 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $3,678 |
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 | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $448,312 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $50 |
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 | $0 |
Other liabilities | $1,305 |
Total liabilities | $1,355 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $202,222 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $244,735 |
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 | $448,312 |
Over the last fiscal year, Trees Foundation has awarded $27,300 in support to 29 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
---|---|
MATTOLE RESTORATION COUNCIL PURPOSE: Support | $3,000 |
WOMEN'S FOREST SANCTUARY PURPOSE: Support | $3,000 |
Berkeley, CA PURPOSE: Support | $3,000 |
Forest Knolls, CA PURPOSE: Support | $3,000 |
Whitethorn, CA PURPOSE: Support | $2,000 |
Arcata, CA PURPOSE: Support | $1,750 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Trees Foundation has recieved totaling $113,866.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Sierra Health Foundation Center For Health Program Management Sacramento, CA PURPOSE: COVID-19 NORCAL NATIVE YOUTH AND FAMILIES MENTAL HEALTH AND TRADITIONAL FOODS PROJECT | $40,000 |
Water Foundation Sacramento, CA PURPOSE: WATER ACCESS AND CONSERVATION | $25,000 |
Common Counsel Foundation Oakland, CA PURPOSE: PROJECT SUPPORT FOR SAVE THE KLAMATH TRINITY SALMON | $21,000 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $10,846 |
Californians For Justice Education Fund Inc San Jose, CA PURPOSE: Regrants - Program services | $10,000 |
Columbia Riverkeeper Hood River, OR PURPOSE: FOSSIL FUEL PROJECT | $7,000 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Terros Inc Phoenix, AZ | $47,004,822 | $84,266,385 |
Community Research Foundation Inc San Diego, CA | $20,745,009 | $77,081,989 |
Independent Order Of Odd Fellows San Jose, CA | $263,514,735 | $67,258,563 |
Gallo Employee Benefit Trust Modesto, CA | $5,341,212 | $62,468,490 |
Arizona Behavioral Health Corporation Phoenix, AZ | $19,459,678 | $40,892,493 |
Turning Point Usa Inc Phoenix, AZ | $7,306,560 | $39,843,289 |
Central City Community Health Center Monterey Park, CA | $37,966,009 | $52,273,838 |
Koret Foundation San Francisco, CA | $515,520,670 | $39,088,314 |
South Coast Childrens Society Inc Mission Viejo, CA | $13,233,032 | $36,840,141 |
Partnerships To Uplift Communities Valley Burbank, CA | $45,863,273 | $39,395,312 |
Lake County Tribal Health Consortium Inc Lakeport, CA | $69,377,072 | $39,633,665 |
Child And Family Service Ewa Beach, HI | $20,885,160 | $29,767,300 |