Growing Gardens

Organization Overview

Growing Gardens is located in Boulder, CO. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (C42) the organization is classified as: Garden Clubs, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Growing Gardens employed 47 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Growing Gardens 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, Growing Gardens generated $1.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 11.4% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

GROWING GARDENS' MISSION IS TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH SUSTAINABLE URBAN AGRICULTURE THAT EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO EXPERIENCE A DIRECT AND DEEP CONNECTION WITH PLANTS, THE LAND, AND EACH OTHER.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

GROWING GARDENS HAS THE FOLLOWING MAJOR PROGRAMS: FOOD PROJECT PROGRAM CULTIVA YOUTH PROJECT COMMUNITY GARDEN PROGRAM COMMUNITY CLASSES LOCAL FARM PROJECT GOAT DAIRY PROJECT -------------------- SEE DESCRIPTIONS ON SCHEDULE O --------------------


PEACE GARDEN: THE PEACE GARDEN PROGRAM OF GROWING GARDENS PROVIDES NUTRITION EDUCATION AND HANDS-ON LEARNING TO PRESCHOOL- 8TH GRADE CHILDREN. FIELD TRIPS ARE HOSTED ON FARMS IN BOTH BOULDER AND LONGMONT AND EDUCATORS VISIT CLASSROOMS TO EDUCATE STUDENTS THROUGH ST VRAIN VALLEY AND BOULDER VALLEY SCHOOL DISTRICTS. SUMMER CAMPS AND DAY OFF SCHOOL CAMPS PROVIDE ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN TO BE ENGAGED AND LEARNING ON THE FARM.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Vanessa Keeley
Executive Di
$106,957
Sara Hoverstock
Secretary
$0
Paolo Bonetti
Vice Chair
$0
Ryan Jones
Treasurer
$0
Brad Machamer
Director
$0
Anna Foley
Board Chair
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$98,666
Related organizations$0
Government grants $192,916
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$638,114
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $9,844
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$929,696
Total Program Service Revenue$605,879
Investment income $389
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $20,246
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,597,543

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Growing Gardens has recieved totaling $45,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Michael D And Jolynn Blair Family Foundation

Lombard, IL

PURPOSE: CULTIVATING THE COMMUNITY THROUGH GARDENING, CSA PROGRAM

$45,000
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