Environmental Defense Action Fund
- Assets
- $6.5m
- Revenue
- $29.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- New York, NY
- Founding
- 09/2003
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 90-0080500
Organization Overview
Environmental Defense Action Fund is located in New York, NY. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Environmental Defense Action Fund is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2022, Environmental Defense Action Fund generated $29.0m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 3 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $29.7m during the year ending 09/2022. While expenses have increased by 2.8% per year over the past 3 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, Environmental Defense Action Fund has awarded 70 individual grants totaling $5,706,808. 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
TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC REGARDING ENVIRONMENTAL & CONSERVATION ISSUES AS WELL AS ADVOCATE LEGISLATION & POLICIES THAT PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENTAL RIGHTS OF ALL PEOPLE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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REGIONS - THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE ACTION FUND (EDF ACTION) IS THE ADVOCACY PARTNER OF THE ENVIRONMENTAL DEFENSE FUND (EDF). THE TWO ORGANIZATIONS TAKE ON DIFFERENT ROLES IN ACHIEVING COMMON OBJECTIVES. EDF SUPPORTED RESEARCH, SCIENTIFIC ANALYSIS, AND POLICY POSITIONING, AND EDF ACTION'S PRIMARY PURPOSE IS TO ENGAGE LOBBYING AND LEGISLATIVE WORK. IN 2022, EDF ACTION WORKED SUCCESSFULLY TO DELIVER HISTORIC PROGRESS ON CLEAN ENERGY AND PUBLIC HEALTH LEGISLATION. EDF ACTION'S WORK FOCUSED ON PASSAGE OF THE INFLATION REDUCTION ACT. AS PART OF THIS PROCESS, EDF ACTION AND ITS PARTNERS HELD MEETINGS WITH MEMBERS OF CONGRESS OVER 18 MONTHS TO DISCUSS THE CONTOURS OF A FINAL MEASURE; COMMISSIONED PAID ADVERTISING TO BUILD PUBLIC SUPPORT IN KEY PLACES FOR CLIMATE ACTION DURING THE DEBATE; GENERATED EMAILS TO CAPITOL HILL; DEVELOPED EARNED MEDIA STRATEGIES SUPPORTING CLIMATE LEGISLATION; AND FACILITATED SEVERAL CONSTITUENT FLY-INS TO VOICE SUPPORT FOR CONGRESSIONAL ACTION. IN ADDITION TO THAT MARQUEE LEGISLATION, EDF ACTION WORKED TO ADVANCE FEDERAL EFFORTS AIMED AT PROTECTING OCEAN HEALTH, CLIMATE SMART AGRICULTURE, CHEMICAL SAFETY AND COASTAL RESILIENCE. EDF ACTION CONTINUED TO INVEST IN STATE LEVEL ACTIVITY INCLUDING EFFORTS TO ADVANCE STATE COMMITMENTS TO REDUCING CARBON EMISSIONS, IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BIPARTISAN INFRASTRUCTURE LAW.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Susan Ford Dorsey Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Frank E Loy Chair Emeritus | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Elizabeth B Strickler Co-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Frederic D Krupp President Edf | Officer | 4 | $0 |
William O'brien Thru 322 Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Joe Bonfiglio See Sch O President Edf Action Fund | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Freed Clayt Dba 360 Campaign Consu Campaign Consulting | 9/29/22 | $906,068 |
Signal Group Consulting Llc Digital Mktg Consult | 9/29/22 | $366,000 |
Smoot Tewes Group Media Services | 9/29/22 | $261,146 |
The Outreach Team Llc Consulting Services | 9/29/22 | $229,500 |
Bully Pulpit Interactive Llc Consulting Services | 9/29/22 | $350,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $921,394 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $6,236,104 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $21,845,297 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $29,002,795 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,863 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$487 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $29,024,607 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,283,236 |
| 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 | $3,246,507 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $915,769 |
| Payroll taxes | $75,860 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $24,198 |
| 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 | $9,028,610 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,416,380 |
| Office expenses | $461,385 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $7,243 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $22,272 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $29,722,209 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $4,558,505 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,084,641 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $725,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $106,343 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $6,474,489 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $903,739 |
| Grants payable | $51,500 |
| 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 | $1,589,826 |
| Total liabilities | $2,545,065 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,483,840 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,445,584 |
| 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 | $6,474,489 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Environmental Defense Action Fund has awarded $2,463,000 in support to 19 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: POLITICAL AFFAIRS | $1,000,000 |
Denver, CO PURPOSE: STATE CLIMATE POLICY | $400,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: POLITICAL AFFAIRS | $250,000 |
Novato, CA PURPOSE: POLITICAL AFFAIRS | $250,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: POLITICAL AFFAIRS | $150,000 |
Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: STATE CLIMATE | $80,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 14 grants that Environmental Defense Action Fund has recieved totaling $935,950.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Anonymous Trust Raleigh, NC PURPOSE: GRANTS FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT (100,000 CHALLENGE 2023 & 2024; 150,000 OUTRIGHT 2023 & 2024) | $500,000 |
Anonymous Trust Raleigh, NC PURPOSE: GRANTS FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT (100,000 CHALLENGE; 150,000 OUTRIGHT) | $250,000 |
Branson Family Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL | $60,000 |
Wallace Genetic Foundation Ii Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: CLEAN ENERGY ANDENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTIONIN WESTERN STATES AND LANDS | $50,000 |
Marshall And Yuko Hung Foundation Honolulu, HI PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $35,000 |
Marshall And Yuko Hung Foundation Honolulu, HI PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $35,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc Lincoln, MA | $290,978,469 | $38,308,793 |
Environmental Defense Action Fund New York, NY | $6,474,489 | $29,024,607 |
Council On The Environment Inc New York, NY | $42,012,048 | $22,554,174 |
Sustainable Markets Foundation New York, NY | $17,976,931 | $19,381,628 |
Only One Inc New York, NY | $3,262,058 | $9,834,103 |
New Jersey Audubon Society Bernardsville, NJ | $31,869,877 | $7,026,003 |
Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Long Island City, NY | $4,789,679 | $6,047,317 |
Wildlife Management Institute Inc Cabot, VT | $3,841,271 | $5,821,824 |
The Connecticut Audubon Society Incorporated Fairfield, CT | $62,592,543 | $6,801,215 |
Ruffed Grouse Society Pittsburgh, PA | $13,438,836 | $6,572,928 |
Mothers Out Front Inc Cambridge, MA | $3,902,382 | $3,274,134 |
Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc Nantucket, MA | $151,824,686 | $12,776,139 |