Canyonlands Natural History Association
- Assets
- $11.7m
- Revenue
- $6.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 55
- Location
- Moab, UT
- Founding
- 04/1969
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 87-0274120
Organization Overview
Canyonlands Natural History Association is located in Moab, UT. The organization was established in 1969. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Canyonlands Natural History Association employed 55 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Canyonlands Natural History Association 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, Canyonlands Natural History Association generated $6.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.0m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.1% 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.
Since 2015, Canyonlands Natural History Association has awarded 27 individual grants totaling $8,986,752. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
CNHA SUPPORTS THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT, USDA FOREST SERVICE, AND VARIOUS OTHER PARTNERSHIPS THROUGH SALES OF INTERPRETIVE MATERIALS. THOSE SALES PROVIDE FINANCIAL AID TO SUPPORT OUTDOOR EDUCATION, FREE PUBLICATIONS, INTERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, MONITORING OF WILDLIFE, VEGETATION AND WATER, SEASONAL PARK RANGERS AND INTERNS, SAFETY AND EDUCATIONAL VIDEOS AND TRAININGS, AND A VISITOR USE MANAGEMENT PLAN.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
AID TO NATIONAL PARK SERVICE CANYON COUNTRY OUTDOOR EDUCATION TECHNICIANS CONDUCTING 144 FIELD TRIPS AND OVER 300 CLASSROOM PRESENTATIONS FOR THE LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS. STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION INTERNS AND VOLUNTEERS-IN-PARKS WHO PROVIDE ESSSENTIAL QUALITY INTERPRETATION AND INFORMATION SERVICES TO CANYONLANDS AND ARCHES NATIONAL PARKS. SEASONAL PARK RANGERS FOR CANYONLANDS AND ARCHES NATIONAL PARKS. THESE TEMPORARY PARK RANGERS HELP ENHANCE THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE BY AUGMENTING THE PERMANENT INTERPRETATION TEAM'S ABILITY TO PROVIDE ESSENTIAL VISITOR SERVICES: STAFFING THE FRONT DESK OF VISITOR CENTERS, OFFERING INERPRETIVE PROGRAMS, FEE COLLECTION, AND ROVING PARK TRAILS.
SALES AND OTHER PARTNERSHIPS AND OUTREACH
AID TO BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT DESIGN AND FABRICATION OF INTERPRETIVE PANELS/SIGNS FOR HIGH USE AREAS AT SCENIC VIEW POINTS AND ACCESS POINTS ALONG SR-128, SR-313 AND SR-279. STUDENT CONSERVATION ASSOCIATION INTERNS STATIONED AT WESTWATER RANGER STATION TO PROVIDE ESSENTIAL VISITOR SERVICES. SUPPORT OF THE MOAB INFORMATION CENTER WHICH PROVIDES VISITOR CONTACT TO DISPENSE INFORMATION REGARDING LOCAL BLM LANDS AND HOW TO RECREATE RESPONSIBLY AND SAFELY.
AID TO USDA FOREST SERVICE IMPROVEMENT TO THE TRANS LA SAL, GOLD BASIN, AND CLARK LAKE TRAILHEADS ON THE MANTI-LA SAL NATIONAL FOREST. PROVIDED FUNDING TO MITIGATE INCREASED VISITATION AND USE TO SUPPORT AND PROTECT THE VISITORS AND THE RESOURCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Cathy Bonde Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Zach Bynum Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
John Ninnemann Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Walt Dabney Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Steve Ross Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Shelley Smith Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $187,096 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $153,555 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $340,651 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $16,920 |
| Investment income | $153,759 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $33,000 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$160,726 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $5,410,657 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $5,965,725 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,387,174 |
| 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. | $169,835 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $159,645 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,343,186 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $61,797 |
| Other employee benefits | $113,797 |
| Payroll taxes | $121,787 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $20,801 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $24,448 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $21,740 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $62,340 |
| Travel | $762 |
| 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 | $73,630 |
| Insurance | $19,658 |
| All other expenses | $53,270 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,017,232 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $256,643 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $561,245 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $89,626 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $920,096 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $17,412 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $873,819 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $8,906,588 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $22,920 |
| Other assets | $52,942 |
| Total assets | $11,701,291 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $30,064 |
| 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 | $139,373 |
| Total liabilities | $169,437 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $11,151,003 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $380,851 |
| 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 | $11,701,291 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Canyonlands Natural History Association has awarded $1,387,174 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NATIONAL PARK SERVICE PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $1,153,794 |
BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $68,723 |
USDA FOREST SERVICE PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $164,657 |