Organic Growers School
- Assets
- $453.3k
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 13
- Location
- Asheville, NC
- Founding
- 07/2006
- Data as of
- 09/2023
- EIN
- 75-3166329
Organization Overview
Organic Growers School is located in Asheville, NC. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (B60) the organization is classified as: Adult Education, under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 09/2023, Organic Growers School employed 13 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Organic Growers School 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 09/2023, Organic Growers School generated $1.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 20.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 09/2023. While expenses have increased by 17.1% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ORGANIC GROWERS SCHOOL INSPIRES, EDUCATES, AND SUPPORTS PEOPLE TO FARM, GARDEN AND LIVE ORGANICALLY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
OGS HOSTED THE 30TH SPRING CONFERENCE, WHICH IS ONE OF THE LARGEST GRASSROOTS GATHERINGS OF THIS KIND IN THE SOUTHEASTERN US, ATTRACTING OVER 1500 ATTENDEES. THE CONFERENCE INSPIRES AND EDUCATES PEOPLE TO FARM, GARDEN, AND LIVE ORGANICALLY BY PROVIDING AFFORDABLE, PRACTICAL, AND HANDS-ON EDUCATION. FARM DREAMS IS FOR THOSE IN THE EXPLORATORY STAGES OF STARTING THEIR OWN FARM. THIS ENTRY-LEVEL WORKSHOP PROVIDES PRACTICAL, COMMON SENSE INFORMATION ON SUSTAINABLE FARMING AND HOW TO MOVE FORWARD.
FARM BEGINNINGS IS TRAINING FOR THE GENERATION OF FARMERS IN THE MANY SKILLS REQUIRED TO START AND EXPAND A SUCCESSFUL FARM BUSINESS: PASSION, CLEAR GOALS, PRODUCTION EXPERIENCE, FINANCIAL AND MARKETING KNOW-HOW, AND MORE. FARM BEGINNINGS WILL HELP BUILD THESE SKILLS THROUGH ONE YEAR OF FARMER-LED TRAINING, MENTORING, AND NETWORKING. CRAFT (COLLABORATIVE REGIONAL ALLIANCE FOR FARMER TRAINING) IS A FARMER-LED EFFORT TO BRING ESTABLISHED ARMERS, FARM APPRENTICES, AND ASPIRING FARMERS TOGETHER FOR YEAR-LONG TRAINING IN THE ART AND SCIENCE OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE. JOURNEYPERSON PROGRAM IS DESIGNED FOR FARMERS WHO HAVE BEEN INDEPENDENTLY FARMING FOR THREE OR MORE YEARS AND ARE SERIOUS ABOUT OPERATING FARM BUSINESSES IN THE SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN REGION.
ORGANIC GROWING AND LIVING: PROGRAMS SUCH AS HOMEGROWN DREAMS AND GARDENING SERIES HELP PEOPLE GAIN KNOWLEDGE ON SUSTAINABLE LIVING AND GROWING THROUGH VARIOUS WORKSHOPS DESIGNED TO MEET THEIR NEEDS. FISCAL SPONSORSHIP: OGS IS A FISCAL SPONSOR OF THE FOOD JUSTICE PLANNING INITIATIVE (FJPI). FJPI IS TRANSITIONING TO A STAND ALONE NONPROFIT CALL WNC FOOD SYSTEMS. THEY ARE AWAITING IRS APPROVAL OF 501(C)3 STATUS. OGS ALSO FISCALLY SPONSORS LA ESCUELA CAMPESINA PROJECT, WHICH IS A COLLORATION WITH COOPERATIVE TIERRA FERTIL AND COOPERATE WNC. THESE ORGANIZATION ARE PRIMARLY FUNDED THROUGH GRANTS. THE GRANT INCOME AND RELATED PROGRAM EXPENSES ARE INCLUDED IN THE OGS FINANCIAL RESULTS FOR TAX PURPOSES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cameron Farlow Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $60,840 |
Bob Turner Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Mary Saunders Bulan Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Hannah Bundy Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Kady Brotherton Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Macon York Costlow Board Member | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $1,840 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $411,991 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $633,811 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,047,642 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $117,165 |
| 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 | $1,169,519 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $283,516 |
| 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. | $60,268 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $21,094 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $270,291 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $7,344 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $25,288 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $11,745 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $6,250 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $255,821 |
| Advertising and promotion | $7,371 |
| Office expenses | $37,443 |
| Information technology | $32,178 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $12,670 |
| Travel | $32,955 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,762 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,308 |
| All other expenses | $10,958 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,090,937 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $452,964 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $327 |
| 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 | $453,291 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $32,298 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $9,575 |
| 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 | $115,119 |
| Total liabilities | $156,992 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$35,200 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $331,499 |
| 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 | $453,291 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Organic Growers School has awarded $235,066 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NC FARMLINK (NCSU) PURPOSE: Farm Seeker/Farmland Owner Matching Services | $80,700 |
SOUTHERN APPALACHIAN HIGHLANDS CONSERVANCY PURPOSE: Incubator Farmer Program | $148,866 |
PATCHWORK ALLIANCE PURPOSE: Hub formation | $5,500 |