Friends Of The Inyo is located in Bishop, CA. The organization was established in 1997. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Friends Of The Inyo employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of The Inyo 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, Friends Of The Inyo generated $972.0k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $703.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 6.8% 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
ENSURE THAT THE PUBLIC LANDS OF THE EASTERN SIERRA EXIST IN AN INTACT, HEALTHY NATURAL STATE FOR PEOPLE AND WILDLIFE PRESERVATION, STEWARDSHIP,EXPLORATION,AND EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PRESERVATION - INCLUDES WORK SECURING THE SOUND ADMINISTRATIVE MANAGEMENT OF SPECIES' HABITATS, HUMAN IMPACTS, AND INTEGRITY OF PUBLIC LANDS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE ENGAGING IN PUBLIC MEETINGS, PROVIDING SUBSTANTIVE INPUT ON ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS, AND BUILDING CONSERVATATION FOCUSED PARTNERSHIPS. PARTNERS INCLUDE CONSERVATION ORGANIZATIONS, COMPANIES, CITZENS, LAND MANAGEMENT AGENCIES, AND GOVERNMENT REPRESENTATIVES.
STEWARDSHIP - INCLUDES PHYSICAL PROGRAMS FOR PROTECTION AND RESTORATION OF PUBLIC LANDS THROUGH HABITAT MONITORING AND IMPROVEMENT, REMOVAL OF INVASIVE SPECIES,REMOVAL OF HUMAN DEBRIS, AND MAINTENANCE LIMITING THE EXPANSION OF HUMAN DISTURBANCE IN NATURAL ENVIRONMENTS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE OF FACILITIES TO ALLOW RESPONSIBLE ENJOYMENT OF PUBLIC LANDS. ACTIVITES INCLUDE TRAIL AND CAMPGROUND MAINTENANCE, RESTORATION OF DISTURBED SITES, CONTROL OF INVASIVE SPECIES, RECOVERY OF RESOURCES, AND CARE FOR WILDERNESS AREAS. THE ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS, COLLEGE GROUPS, DONORS, LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, AND AGENCY PARTNERS. STEWARDSHIP PROJECTS ARE OFTEN HELD AS PART OF LARGER EVENTS SUCH AS CLIMBING FESTIVALS, NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY, AND TRAILS DAYS.
EXPLORATION - EFFORTS THROUGH PRESENTATIONS, OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, PUBLISHED MATERIALS AND OTHER MEDIUMS TO INFORM THE PUBLIC OF THE NATURAL HERITAGE AND CURRENT MANAGEMENT PRACTICES OF PUBLIC LANDS. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE LEADING HIKES AND WORKING WITH SCHOOL CHILDREN. EXPLORATION GOALS ARE ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES, INCLUDING HIKING, SKIING, SNOWSHOEING, AND NATURAL HISTORY TRIPS; PUBLICATIONS, SUCH AS THE "JEFFREY PINE JOURNALX AND MONTHLY E-NEWS, AND OUTREACH EVENTS INCLUDING THE OWENS LAKE BIRD FESTIVAL AND BACKCOUNTRY FILM FESTIVAL.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Wendy Schneider Executive Director | 40 | $70,216 | |
Chris Lizza President & CEO | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Ellen Wehr Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Paul Shock Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sam Roberts Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Meghan Miranda Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $1,805 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $227,040 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $729,175 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,805 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $958,020 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $13,284 |
Investment income | $722 |
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 | $972,026 |
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. | $70,216 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $34,360 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $356,746 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,259 |
Other employee benefits | $41,827 |
Payroll taxes | $28,575 |
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 | $8,818 |
Advertising and promotion | $22,440 |
Office expenses | $49,797 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $25,114 |
Travel | $17,039 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,062 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,315 |
Insurance | $8,574 |
All other expenses | $10,113 |
Total functional expenses | $703,440 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $323,493 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $250,237 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $29,547 |
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 | $35,163 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $638,440 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
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 | $16,522 |
Total liabilities | $16,522 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $361,491 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $260,427 |
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 | $638,440 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Friends Of The Inyo has recieved totaling $500.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Lorber Foundation Amherst, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL FUND TO SUPPORT MISSION | $500 |
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