Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation
- Assets
- $5.6m
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Baton Rouge, LA
- Founding
- 09/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 72-1314968
Organization Overview
Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation is located in Baton Rouge, LA. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (C02) the organization is classified as: Management & Technical Assistance, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries 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 12/2022, Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation generated $1.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $928.9k during the year ending 12/2022. 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
TO ENHANCE THE FISH AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES IN LOUISIANA. TO PROMOTE THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES (DEPT.) AND THE LOUISIANA WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES COMMISSION (COMM.). TO DEVELOP, EXPAND AMD IMPROVE THE FACILITIES OF THE DEPT. AND COMM. IN ORDER TO ENHANCE THEIR ABILITY TO PERFORM THEIR MISSION, ENCOURAGE PUBLIC ENJOYMENT AND USE OF FISH AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES IN LOUISIANA AND TO CONSERVE AND PRESERVE WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES HABITATS. TO FURTHER AID THE DEPT., THE FOUNDATION CONDUCTS RESEARCH AND DEVELOPS PROGRAMS THAT WILL COMMUNICATE TO THE PUBLIC, THE AIMS, OBJECTIVES AND NEEDS OF THE DEPT. AND COMM.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
WHOOPING CRANE REINTRODUCTION THE FOUNDATION IS WORKING COOPERATIVELY WITH THE LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES, THE U.S. FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE, THE U.S. GEOLOGICAL SURVEY, THE INTERNATIONAL CRANE FOUNDATION AND THE LA COOPERATIVE FISH AND WILDLIFE RESEARCH UNIT TO RESTORE THE WHOOPING CRANE WITHIN LOUISIANA.
ENHANCE FISH AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES IN LOUISIANA THROUGH EDUCATION AND RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION OF WILDLIFE AND MARINE HABITATS.
ROCKFELLER WILDLIFE REFUGE THE REFUGE HARBORS A MULTITUDE OF WILDLIFE AND FISH SPECIES OF THE LOUISIANA'S MARSHES AND SERVES AS A OUTDOOR LABRATORY FOR MARSH DETERIORATION AND MANAGEMENT. THE REFUGE ALSO PROVIDES EXPERTISE IN WISE USE OF COASTAL WETLANDS AND LAND MANAGEMENT GUIDANCE.
ARCHERY IN LOUISIANA SCHOOLS THE FOUNDATION CORRESPONDS WITH THE NATIONAL ARCHERY IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM TO INTRODUCE STUDENTS IN GRADES 4-12 TO INTERNATIONAL TARGET STYLE ARCHERY AS PART OF IN-SCHOOL CURRICULUM. SCHOOLS INTEGRATE VIA PHYSCIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS, AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS, AND ARCHERY CLUBS. THE GOAL IS TO INSTILL CONFIDECE IN STUDENTS THROUGH FOCUS AND DISCIPLINE THAT THE SPORT REQURIES WITH THE HOPE THAT THE STUDENTS WILL BECOME MORE INVOVLED WITH THE SPORT FOR A LIFETIME, AS WELL AS THE OUTDOORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Melissa Fox Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $112,167 |
Jeffery Svendson President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kenneth Guidry Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Adrian Mcinnis III Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mac Bullock Assistant Se | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
John Newman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Trumpet Llc Consulting / Promotions | 12/30/17 | $623,412 |
Shreveport Aquarium Llc Promotional/ Sponsorship | 12/30/17 | $125,000 |
Trumpet Llc Consulting / Promotions | 12/30/17 | $623,412 |
Shreveport Aquarium Llc Promotional/ Sponsorship | 12/30/17 | $125,000 |
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 | $1,133,239 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,133,239 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $27,800 |
| Investment income | $27,513 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $114 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $54,214 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,242,880 |
| 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. | $112,167 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $33,650 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $35,000 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $11,258 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $300 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $20,990 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $10,201 |
| Fees for services: Other | $25,621 |
| Advertising and promotion | $15,275 |
| Office expenses | $6,937 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $2,840 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $840 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $709 |
| Insurance | $6,991 |
| All other expenses | $15,391 |
| Total functional expenses | $928,886 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $936,985 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $598,694 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $12,840 |
| 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 | $1,473,304 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,566,318 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $5,588,141 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $22,740 |
| 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 | $2,865 |
| Total liabilities | $25,605 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,534,904 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,027,632 |
| 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 | $5,588,141 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation has awarded $110,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NATIONAL ARCHERY IN THE SCHOOLS PROGRAM INC PURPOSE: ARCHERY IN LOUISIANA SCHOOLS SCHOLARSHIP SEAFOOD PROMOTION | $10,000 |
DUCKS UNLIMITED PURPOSE: KELL MCINNIS POINT A CHENETRIBUTE PROJECT | $100,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Louisiana Wildlife And Fisheries Foundation Baton Rouge, LA | $5,588,141 | $1,242,880 |
Water Environment Association Of Texas Austin, TX | $1,246,787 | $945,096 |
Central States Air Resource Agencies Association Austin, TX | $39,596 | $520,640 |
Repurposed Assets Inc Houston, TX | $4,269 | $0 |
San Angelo Friends Of The Environment Knickerbocker, TX | $0 | $0 |
Shreveport Neighborhoods Business Association Llc Shreveport, LA | $1 | $0 |