Colorado Open Lands
- Assets
- $12.7m
- Revenue
- $33.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 34
- Location
- Lakewood, CO
- Founding
- 10/1982
- Data as of
- 03/2024
- EIN
- 84-0866211
Organization Overview
Colorado Open Lands is located in Lakewood, CO. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (C34) the organization is classified as: Land Resources Conservation, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 03/2024, Colorado Open Lands employed 34 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Colorado Open Lands 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 03/2024, Colorado Open Lands generated $33.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $33.9m during the year ending 03/2024. While expenses have increased by 22.5% per year over the past 9 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
2024
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
COLORADO OPEN LANDS' MISSION IS TO PRESERVE THE SIGNIFICANT OPEN LANDS AND NATURAL HERITAGE OF COLORADO THROUGH PRIVATE AND PUBLIC PARTNERSHIPS, INNOVATIVE LAND CONSERVATION, AND STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LAND CONSERVATION WE HAVE LED THE PROTECTION OF NEARLY 690,000 ACRES OF OPEN SPACE ACROSS COLORADO, THANKS TO FANTASTIC PARTNERSHIPS AND VISIONARY LANDOWNERS. THE PROTECTION OF THOSE 690,000 ACRES ENSURES THAT VALUABLE WILDLIFE HABITAT, PRODUCTIVE FARMS AND RANCHES, IRREPLACEABLE SCENIC VIEWS, AND VITAL WETLANDS AND RIVER CORRIDORS WILL BE THERE FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS. WE USE CONSERVATION EASEMENTS AS OUR PRIMARY METHOD FOR PROTECTING LAND. A CONSERVATION EASEMENT IS A LEGAL AGREEMENT THAT ENSURES EACH PROPERTY'S UNIQUE CONSERVATION VALUES ARE PERMANENTLY PROTECTED. FOR FULL DESCRIPTION, SEE SCHEDULE O.
COMMUNICATIONS, OUTREACH AND EDUCATION COLORADO OPEN LANDS IS DEDICATED TO FORGING A REAL CONNECTION BETWEEN CONSERVED LANDS AND THE PEOPLE OF COLORADO. IT IS IN THAT SPIRIT THAT WE OFFER A SUITE OF EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS, DESIGNED TO CONNECT PEOPLE TO LAND AND ALL THE BENEFITS IT PROVIDES. WE OFFER THE FOLLOWING ACTIVITIES: A CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP SERIES, EXPEDITIONS ON CONSERVED PROPERTIES, A DIRECTORY OF PRODUCTS AND SERVICES FROM CONSERVED LANDS, AGRICULTURAL DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS, FARM TO TABLE EVENTS, AND PROMOTION OF URBAN AGRICULTURE. WE ALSO DISTRIBUTE A SEMI-ANNUAL NEWSLETTER AS WELL AS MONTHLY EMAILS FULL OF INFORMATION ABOUT HOW TO ENGAGE WITH CONSERVED LANDS. FOR FULL DESCRIPTION, SEE SCHEDULE O.
STEWARDSHIP THE PURPOSE OF OUR STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM IS TO ENSURE THAT THE CONSERVATION VALUES (FOR EXAMPLE WILDLIFE HABITAT, OPEN SPACE INCLUDING PRODUCTIVE FARMLAND, RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES) OF EACH CONSERVATION EASEMENT WE HOLD ARE PROTECTED FOREVER. BY DOING SO, WE ENSURE THAT THE WISHES OF THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT DONOR AND THE PUBLIC'S TRUST ARE UPHELD. COLORADO OPEN LANDS MAINTAINS A MODEL CONSERVATION EASEMENT STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM THAT IS CERTIFIED BY THE STATE OF COLORADO AND ACCREDITED BY THE LAND TRUST ALLIANCE ACCREDITATION COMMISSION. FOR FULL DESCRIPTION, SEE SCHEDULE O.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Paul Phillips Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Pete Leavell Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Ford Frick Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Amanda Weaver Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Don Aptekar Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ta Barron Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Ecometrics Llc Restoration | 3/30/22 | $246,221 |
Allan Beezley Legal | 3/30/22 | $127,619 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $38,574 |
| Related organizations | $418,706 |
| Government grants | $9,902,258 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $21,882,393 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $19,943,321 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $32,241,931 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $542,933 |
| Investment income | $375,777 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $4,464 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$27,329 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $33,137,776 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $663,897 |
| 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. | $207,703 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $28,169 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,690,103 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $62,791 |
| Other employee benefits | $161,813 |
| Payroll taxes | $154,797 |
| 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 | $25,831 |
| Fees for services: Other | $110,901 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $64,147 |
| Information technology | $86,940 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $184,476 |
| Travel | $96,620 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,931 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $20,489 |
| Insurance | $82,824 |
| All other expenses | $28,678 |
| Total functional expenses | $33,918,294 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $293,529 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,566 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $179,209 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $629,363 |
| 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 | $83,969 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $251,703 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $9,572,180 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $846,957 |
| Other assets | $799,532 |
| Total assets | $12,659,008 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $304,571 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $153,068 |
| 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 | $878,644 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $600,543 |
| Total liabilities | $1,936,826 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $9,398,623 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,323,559 |
| 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 | $12,659,008 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Colorado Open Lands has awarded $53,950 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CITY AND COUNTY OF DENVER PURPOSE: FELLOWSHIP | $38,450 |
SAN ISABEL LAND PROTECTION TR PURPOSE: FELLOWSHIP | $15,500 |