Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation
- Assets
- $2.0m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Santa Rosa, CA
- Founding
- 04/1999
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 68-0421813
Organization Overview
Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation is located in Santa Rosa, CA. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (N32) the organization is classified as: Parks & Playgrounds, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Sonoma County Regional Parks 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, Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation generated $1.4m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.1m during the year ending 06/2022. 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
THE SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS FOUNDATION RAISES FUNDS, FOSTERS PARTNERSHIPS AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS. IT SOLICITS DONATIONS TO HELP ACQUIRE, PRESERVE AND ENHANCE 62 PARKS AND TRAILS THROUGHOUT SONOMA COUNTY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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PARK ACQUISITION, PRESERVATION, AND ENHANCEMENT - THE PARKS FOUNDATION CONTRIBUTES FUNDS TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES IN SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING MAJOR PROJECTS IN 2021-22:- CONTINUED TO SUPPORT CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF TRAILS THROUGHOUT SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS, INCLUDING NEW TRAILS AT TAYLOR MOUNTAIN REGIONAL PARK & PRESERVE AND TRAIL REPAIRS AT HELEN PUTNAM REGIONAL PARK AND FOOTHILL REGIONAL PARK- REGIONAL PARKS NATURAL RESOURCES PROJECTS, INCLUDING FIRE PREPAREDNESS (CREATION OF SHADED FUEL BREAKS, GRAZING TO REMOVE FIRE FUELS) AND PROTECTION OF ENDANGERED PLANTS AND ANIMALS. THE PARKS FOUNDATION PARTICULARLY FOCUSED WITH REGIONAL PARKS ON PURCHASING AND INSTALLING BEAR-PROOF GARBAGE AND RECYCLING RECEPTACLES TO PROTECT BEARS AND PARK VISITORS.- INSTALLATION OF AMENITIES LIKE BENCHES AND PICNIC TABLES AT REGIONAL PARKS- TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT TO HELP REGIONAL PARKS' STAFF MORE SUCCESSFULLY DO THEIR JOBS, WITH A PARTICULAR EMPHASIS ON ELECTRIC TOOLS AND VEHICLES SUCH AS ELECTRIC ATVS TO REDUCE PARKS CARBON EMISSIONS.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS A NUMBER OF ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS AT SONOMA COUNTY REGIONAL PARKS, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING MAJOR PROJECTS IN 2021-22:- TRAINING WORKSHOPS FOR REGIONAL PARKS STAFF, INCLUDING PRESCRIBED FIRE TRAINING, INTERPRETIVE GUIDE TRAINING, AND KAYAKING INSTRUCTION- ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR UNDERSERVED STUDENTS AND TEENS, SUCH AS THE YOUTH EXPLORING SONOMA SERIES, WHICH INVITES TEENS FROM DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES TO ENJOY OUTDOOR RECREATION, ENGAGE IN PARK STEWARDSHIP, AND BENEFIT FROM LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES.- REGIONAL PARKS VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS- THE WATER SAFETY PATROL, INCLUDING PURCHASING HUNDREDS OF LOANER LIFE VESTS FOR USE AT THE RUSSIAN RIVER- VAMOS A NADAR ("LET'S GO SWIMMING"), A PROGRAM THAT PROVIDES FREE SWIM LESSONS AND WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTION FOR SPANISH-SPEAKING CHILDREN AND FAMILIES- "CAMPERSHIPS" FOR UNDERSERVED CHILDREN TO ATTEND EDUCATIONAL SUMMER CAMPS- "CAMINITOS," A PROGRAM THAT BRINGS SPANISH-SPEAKING PRESCHOOL-AGE CHILDREN AND THEIR PARENTS TO A LOCAL PARK FOR A HIKE, HEALTHY SNACK, STORYTIME AND CRAFTS
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Melissa Kelley Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $84,052 |
Steve Meacham Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Marja Tarr Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jenifer Freebairn Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Diana Sanson Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Channa Sweet Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $44,290 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $17,032 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,438,763 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $62,580 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,500,085 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | -$57,636 |
| 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 | $1,442,449 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,844,652 |
| 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 | $122,962 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $9,798 |
| 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 | $38,685 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $4,319 |
| All other expenses | $21,498 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,118,666 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $32,920 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $491,099 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $1,694 |
| 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 | $1,523,536 |
| Total assets | $2,049,249 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $101,249 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities | $101,250 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $504,900 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,443,099 |
| 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 | $2,049,249 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 16 grants that Sonoma County Regional Parks Foundation has recieved totaling $669,687.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation Palo Alto, CA PURPOSE: FOR PERMANENT PROTECTION OF THE COUGAR LANDING PROPERTY IN SONOMA COUNTY. | $550,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $38,000 |
Bay Area Ridge Trail Council San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: Sonoma Feasibility Study | $20,000 |
Community Foundation Sonoma County Santa Rosa, CA PURPOSE: FOR THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION MODULES | $18,000 |
Bancroft Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $11,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $8,138 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $70,729 |
| Earnings | $308 |
| Ending Balance | $71,037 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
San Francisco Parks Alliance San Francisco, CA | $18,998,455 | $13,460,764 |
Yosemite Foundation San Francisco, CA | $37,489,073 | $19,130,679 |
California State Parks Foundation San Francisco, CA | $15,437,554 | $10,182,673 |
Western National Parks Association Tucson, AZ | $16,969,884 | $10,617,011 |
City Fields Foundation San Francisco, CA | $32,251 | $525,011 |
Cherokee Memorial Park Lodi, CA | $30,465,199 | $7,494,218 |
Save Mount Diablo Walnut Creek, CA | $23,107,721 | $3,476,517 |
Crystal Cove Conservancy Newport Coast, CA | $7,212,040 | $4,737,613 |
Roosevelt Memorial Park Asso Gardena, CA | $6,728,586 | $5,961,574 |
Oaks Park Association Portland, OR | $15,243,848 | $2,154,099 |
Oakland Childrens Fairyland Inc Oakland, CA | $2,041,774 | $4,880,926 |
Gage Canal Company Riverside, CA | $3,778,956 | $3,287,704 |