Robert W Monk Gardens Inc
- Assets
- $2.8m
- Revenue
- $351.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Wausau, WI
- Founding
- 07/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2020
- EIN
- 90-0181069
Organization Overview
Robert W Monk Gardens Inc, operating under the name Monk Botanical Gardens, is located in Wausau, WI. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (C41) the organization is classified as: Botanical Gardens & Arboreta, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Monk Botanical Gardens employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Monk Botanical 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 12/2020, Monk Botanical Gardens generated $351.4k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $374.0k during the year ending 12/2020. 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
MONK BOTANICAL GARDENS CULTIVATES WELL-BEING IN PEOPLE, COMMUNITIES, AND THE ENVIRONMENT WITH EXPERIENCES THAT ENGAGE, EDUCATE, AND INSPIRE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
A 29+ ACRE SITE WITHIN THE CITY OF WAUSAU IS BEING DEVELOPED AND MAINTAINED AS A PUBLIC GARDEN. CURRENTLY THE SITE IS ACCESSIBLE WITHOUT CHARGE AND THERE IS NO FORMAL MONITORING OF USAGE, ANECDOTAL REPORTS SUGGEST INCREASING NUMBERS OF VISITORS OVER TIME. EVENTS HELD AT THE SITE ARE EXPERIENCING INCREASING LEVELS OF PARTICIPATION, EFFORTS TO DEVELOP THE SITE ARE PROGRESSING AND INCLUDE A WILDFLOWER WOODS, MEDITATION GARDEN, ACCESSIBLE TREEHOUSE, MEMORIAL GARDEN, AND KITCHEN GARDEN. PLANNING FOR ADDITIONAL DEVLOPMENT IS ALSO UNDERWAY.
EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES OFFERED DURING 2021 INCLUDED: GARDEN WORKSHOPS, ONSITE FIELD TRIPS AND CLASSES FOR SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN, TOURS TO THE PUBLIC, SUMMER CAMP AND SCHOOL BREAK PROGRAMS FOR ELEMENTARY-AGED CHILDREN, OUTDOOR AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION EVENTS FOR ALL AGES, AND OUTDOOR THEATER PERFORMANCE FOR THE COMMUNITY. WE ALSO CONDUCTED A VARIETY OF PROGRAMS IN COLLABORATION WITH LOCAL NONPROFITS, UWSP-WAUSAU, AND UW- EXTENSION. WE OFFER LANDSCAPE CONSULTING EDUCATIONAL SERVICES AT COMMUNITY MEMBERS' HOMES. WE ALSO PROVIDE A NATURE-BASED PRESCHOOL PROGRAM FOR 3-5 YEAR OLDS.
Get More from Intellispect for FreeCreate a free account to get more data, nonprofit salaries, advanced search and more.
Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Darcie Howard Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $68,096 |
Sandi Cihlar Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nancy Cedar President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jon Plisch Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Sheila Rossmiller Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mallory Mcgivern Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $28,190 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $229,695 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $13,967 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $257,885 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $26,056 |
| Investment income | $84 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $23,451 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $16,167 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $351,421 |
| 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. | $56,052 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $22,421 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $81,248 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,733 |
| Other employee benefits | $3,807 |
| Payroll taxes | $10,503 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,068 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $7,618 |
| Advertising and promotion | $4,445 |
| Office expenses | $11,855 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $13,020 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $356 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $83,563 |
| Insurance | $6,970 |
| All other expenses | $16,092 |
| Total functional expenses | $374,020 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $278,363 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $80,824 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $1,500 |
| 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 | $13,560 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,386,544 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,760,791 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $12,642 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $104,558 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $117,200 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,355,029 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,288,562 |
| 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 | $2,760,791 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Robert W Monk Gardens Inc has recieved totaling $149,917.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Foundation Of North Central Wisconsin Inc Wausau, WI PURPOSE: RECREATION AND LEISURE | $103,138 |
May Family Foundation Inc Colorado Springs, CO PURPOSE: VARIOUS CHARITABLE PURPOSES | $35,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $6,616 |
Columbia Pipeline Group Charitable Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS | $5,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $163 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $269,595 |
| Earnings | $22,502 |
| Admin Expense | $4,001 |
| Net Contributions | $200 |
| Grants | $8,300 |
| Ending Balance | $279,996 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Chicago Horticultural Society Glencoe, IL | $333,124,052 | $72,376,611 |
Morton Arboretum Lisle, IL | $321,129,910 | $28,928,117 |
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum Foundation Chaska, MN | $56,554,497 | $11,223,885 |
Green Bay Botanical Garden Inc Green Bay, WI | $16,307,811 | $3,306,952 |
Anderson Gardens Rockford, IL | $13,394,743 | $2,213,455 |
Rotary Botanical Gardens Inc Janesville, WI | $3,144,621 | $1,397,418 |
Quad City Botanical Center Foundation Rock Island, IL | $4,957,225 | $828,470 |
Iowa Arboretum Inc Madrid, IA | $3,776,984 | $807,261 |
Freeport Memorial Gardens Inc Freeport, IL | $1,629,241 | $651,461 |
Abraham Lincoln Memorial Garden Foundation Springfield, IL | $4,310,080 | $1,145,814 |
Victory Garden Initiative Inc Milwaukee, WI | $303,934 | $382,757 |
Paul Bunyan Arboretum Brainerd, MN | $1,260,100 | $388,488 |