Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc is located in Lake Jackson, TX. The organization was established in 1998. According to its NTEE Classification (D32) the organization is classified as: Bird Sanctuaries, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc 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, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc generated $743.6k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.2% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $713.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.5% 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
WE FULFILL OUR MISSION OF PROTECTING BIRDS AND THEIR HABITATS BY USING SOUND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, LAND PROTECTION AND ENHANCEMENT, COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT AND EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LAND PROTECTION
SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Martin Hagne Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $67,276 |
Bob Friedrichs President | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Joellen Snow Vice Preside | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Andy Dietrich Treasurer | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Ron Weeks Secretary | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Lucinda Freeman Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $23,620 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $10,000 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $285,438 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $319,058 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $175,683 |
Investment income | $182,499 |
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 | $5,919 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $743,550 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $256,091 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $39,003 |
Payroll taxes | $18,747 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $12,500 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $1,820 |
Office expenses | $32,833 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $25,685 |
Travel | $13,068 |
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 | $52,727 |
Insurance | $18,385 |
All other expenses | $242,411 |
Total functional expenses | $713,270 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $325,025 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,662,749 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $855 |
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 | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,405,871 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $157,178 |
Total assets | $3,551,678 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,827 |
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 | $79,698 |
Total liabilities | $88,525 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,478,956 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,984,197 |
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 | $3,551,678 |
Over the last fiscal year, Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc has awarded $60,000 in support to 2 organizations.
Grant Recipient | Amount |
---|---|
LAS GRALARIAS FOUNDATION PURPOSE: LAND ACQUISITION | $40,000 |
Arlington, VA PURPOSE: LAND ACQUISITION | $20,000 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 14 grants that Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc has recieved totaling $210,808.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $59,872 |
John P Mcgovern Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Jacob & Terese Hershey Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: TOWARD AVIAN CONSERVATION THROUGH RESEARCH AND MONITORING | $35,000 |
Brown Foundation Inc Houston, TX PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT | $30,000 |
Bass Pro Shops & Cabelas Outdoor Fund Springfield, MO PURPOSE: CONSERVATION | $10,000 |
Sk Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $7,500 |
Beg. Balance | $2,523,264 |
Earnings | $182,499 |
Admin Expense | $2,885 |
Net Contributions | $216,868 |
Other Expense | $419,234 |
Ending Balance | $2,500,512 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
South Padre Island Birding & Nature Center South Padre Island, TX | $578,999 | $1,176,544 |
Gulf Coast Bird Observatory Inc Lake Jackson, TX | $3,551,678 | $743,550 |
Hawks Aloft Inc Albuquerque, NM | $182,065 | $348,890 |
Wild Bird Rescue Inc Wichita Falls, TX | $215,831 | $0 |
The Dallas County Audubon Society Inc Dallas, TX | $983,674 | $184,223 |
Texas Animal Control Association Inc Arlington, TX | $174,994 | $0 |
Eagles Rest Sanctuary Inc Wilburton, OK | $4,894 | $1,944 |