Greater Ogden Community Nature Ctr
- Assets
- $5.7m
- Revenue
- $1.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 24
- Location
- Ogden, UT
- Founding
- 04/1976
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 87-0319227
Organization Overview
Greater Ogden Community Nature Ctr is located in Ogden, UT. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (D34) the organization is classified as: Wildlife Sanctuaries, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Greater Ogden Community Nature Ctr employed 24 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Greater Ogden Community Nature Ctr 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 12/2023, Greater Ogden Community Nature Ctr generated $1.9m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.2% 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER IS TO UNITE PEOPLE WITH NATURE AND NURTURE APPRECIATION AND STEWARDSHIP OF THE ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
NATURE EDUCATION PROGRAMS - TO PROMOTE THEIR TAX EXEMPT PURPOSE, THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER STAFF TAUGHT CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS, LED FIELD TRIPS, AND HOSTED EVENTS BOTH IN PERSON AND VIRTUALLY TO CELEBRATE AND ENJOY NATURE, HELPING THE COMMUNITY LEARN ABOUT CONSERVATION AND OUR NATURAL RESOURCES. STAFF PROVIDED OPPORTUNITIES TO LEARN ABOUT THE PLANTS AND ANIMALS NATIVE TO THE GREAT BASIN. AN EDUCATIONAL OUTDOOR CLASSROOM WITH NATURE-BASED INTERACTIVE COMPONENTS WAS USED FOR FIELDTRIPS AND PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS, AND WAS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC USE. CREATIVE VITUAL PROGRAMMING AND WORKSHOPS WERE OFFERED UPON REQUEST. IN 2023, THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER BEGAN ITS SIXTH YEAR OF AN OUTREACH EFFORT TO VISIT FIRST GRADE CLASSROOMS THROUGHOUT UTAH AS PART OF A COLLABORATIVE INFORMAL SCIENCE EDUCATION ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM. THE NUMBER OF PEOPLE REACHED THROUGH EDUCATION PROGRAMS BOTH ON SITE AND OFF IN 2023 WAS 27,068 INDIVIDUALS.
VOLUNTEER- THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER PROVIDES SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES AND INVITES THE COMMUNITY TO ASSIST IN THE CARE OF THE FACILITIES AND GROUNDS, AS WELL AS ASSIST WITH MANY OF THE OTHER DAY TO DAY OPERATIONAL FUNCTIONS SUCH AS ANSWERING PHONES, GREETING VISITORS, PREPARING MAILINGS, HELPING TEACH CLASSES, AND TAKING CARE OF THE COLLECTION OF LIVE ANIMALS. VOLUNTEERS ARE PROVIDED TRAINING AND/OR OPPORTUNITIES TO PARTICIPATE IN EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND EVENTS.
THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER IS LOCATED ON A 152 ACRE NATURE PRESERVE, AND OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF COMMUNITY PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES WITH TOPICS THAT INCLUDE ART, BIRDING, WILDLIFE IN UTAH, GARDENING, OUTDOOR RECREATION, CONSERVATION, SUSTAINABLE PRACTICES, AND MORE. THE CENTER IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC FOR DISCOVERY AND EXPLORATION. VISITORS ENJOY MEETING BIRDS OF PREY, SNAKES, TORTOISES, SALAMANDERS, FISH AND OTHER NATIVE SPECIES. OUTSIDE THERE ARE PICNIC AREAS, TREEHOUSES, BIRD BLINDS, A SPOTTING TOWER AND PRETEND BEAR DEN, A NATURAL PLAYSCAPE FOR CHILDREN,SCULPTURES, A BIRDHOUSE EXHIBIT, INTERPRETIVE SIGNAGE, AND 1.5 MILES OF TRAILS. EXTENSIVE HABITAT RESTORATION WORK WAS CONDUCTED ON THE NATURE PRESERVE TO IMPROVE ITS HEALTH FOR THE BENEFIT OF WILDLIFE AND PEOPLE ALIKE. THE OGDEN NATURE CENTER FEATURES TWO GREEN BUILDINGS, WITH HANDS-ON EXHIBITS AND A NATURE ORIENTED GIFT STORE.
ANIMAL CARE - LIVE ANIMAL EXHIBITS GIVE VISITORS THE OPPORTUNITY TO MEET AND LEARN ABOUT ANIMALS NATIVE TO UTAH. THE ANIMALS ARE ALSO TAKEN ON THE ROAD TO BE USED AS WILDLIFE AMBASSADORS IN OUR OUTREACH EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Stephanie Speicher Chair | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Christina Meyers Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Justin Owen Secretary | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Mike Monson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Jim Brown Past Chair | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Kevin Baggs Board Member | Trustee | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $51,532 |
| Fundraising events | $79,221 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,006,357 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $451,136 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $57,078 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,588,246 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $153,394 |
| Investment income | $109,399 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $29,754 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $31,053 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,911,846 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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 | $654,691 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $74,461 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $93,793 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $127,736 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $125,947 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $35,539 |
| Travel | $21,480 |
| 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 | $107,072 |
| Insurance | $14,732 |
| All other expenses | $400 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,322,431 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $781,931 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $194,893 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $18,398 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $24,804 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,532,761 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $2,141,166 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $22,998 |
| Other assets | $2,500 |
| Total assets | $5,719,451 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $8,282 |
| 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 | $55,867 |
| Total liabilities | $64,149 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $5,192,792 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $462,510 |
| 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 | $5,719,451 |