Arboretum Foundation
- Assets
- $10.4m
- Revenue
- $4.8m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 21
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 08/1937
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 91-0613583
Organization Overview
Arboretum Foundation is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1937. According to its NTEE Classification (C11) the organization is classified as: Single Organization Support, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2023, Arboretum Foundation employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Arboretum Foundation 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 06/2023, Arboretum Foundation generated $4.8m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 19.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.9m during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 12.8% 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 2017, Arboretum Foundation has awarded 16 individual grants totaling $6,066,451. 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROMOTE, PROTECT, AND ENHANCE THE WASHINGTON PARK ARBORETUM FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES ANNUAL FUNDING TO THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTONBOTANIC GARDENS TO SUPPORT ONGOING HORTICULTURAL CARE AND MAINTENANCETO THE WASHINGTON PARK ARBORETUM. THIS YEAR'S FUNDING PROVIDED FOR 2FULL-TIME ARBORISTS AND THE EQUIVALENT OF 5 FULL-TIME GARDENER POSITIONS AS WELL AS IMPORTANT SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT.
MORE THAN 550 VOLUNTEERS DONATED APPROXIMATELY 7300 HOURS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE ARBORETUM DURING THIS FISCAL YEAR. THE FOUNDATION HIRES STAFF TO COORDINATE THE VOLUNTEER GARDEN STEWARDS WHO CARE FOR THE GROUNDS, FOCUSED ON THE PACIFIC CONNECTIONS GARDENS AND AZALEA WAY. FOUNDATION STAFF ALSO OVERSEE THE VOLUNTEER RUN PLANT DONATIONS NURSERY AND GREENHOUSE WHICH HAVE PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION AND PLANTS TO THE PUBLIC. FOUNDATION STAFF ALSO COORDINATE A FULL SLATE OF PROGRAMMING AT THE JAPANESE GARDEN, INCLUDING ARTS-FOCUSED FREE FIRST THURSDAYS AND PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN ON FAMILY SATURDAYS.
CAPITAL PROJECTS: THE FOUNDATION EXPENDS FUNDS IN SUPPORT OF THE ARBORETUM'S MASTER PLAN, EITHER THROUGH GRANTING FUNDS TO PARTNERS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON BOTANIC GARDENS AND THE CITY OF SEATTLE, OR DIRECTLY TO OUTSIDE VENDORS. PROJECTS INCLUDED THE MULTI-YEAR RENOVATION OF RHODODENDRON GLEN, PLANNING FOR WOODLAND MEADOW AND JAPANESE GARDEN PAVILION IMPROVEMENTS, AND THE REPLACEMENT OF THE TSUTAKAWA GATES AT THE ENTRANCE TO AZALEA WAY.
EDUCATION: AS PART OF THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION TO STEWARD THE ARBORETUM FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS, IT PROVIDES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES, EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS AND FUNDS FOR THE K-12 PROGRAMS RUN BY PARTNERS AT THE UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON BOTANIC GARDENS. PROGRAMS INCLUDE AN OUTDOOR PRESCHOOL, SUMMER CAMPS, SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS AND TWO DIFFERENT HIGH SCHOOL INTERN PROGRAMS. FUNDS RAISED HELP KEEP PRICES LOW, WITH SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR ALL PROGRAMS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Peter Rees President | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $0 |
Jeff Lehman Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Maribeth O'connor Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Jeanne Peterson Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Trinna Wherry Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Jennifer Wyatt Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $105,287 |
| Fundraising events | $279,459 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,853,583 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $15,749 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,238,329 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $183,295 |
| Investment income | $131,703 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $47,071 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $69,143 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $112,463 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,785,446 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,479,510 |
| 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. | $172,449 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $49,322 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $623,777 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,920 |
| Other employee benefits | $55,089 |
| Payroll taxes | $57,447 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,008 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $46,783 |
| Fees for services: Other | $187,024 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $16,116 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Insurance | $7,987 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,906,886 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $253,952 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,197,959 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $119,521 |
| 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 | $20,778 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $29,087 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $7,812,054 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $10,433,351 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $96,605 |
| Grants payable | $136,666 |
| Deferred revenue | $23,405 |
| 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 | $256,676 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,975,075 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $5,201,600 |
| 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 | $10,433,351 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Arboretum Foundation has awarded $1,479,510 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
UNIVERSITY OF WASHINGTON PURPOSE: CAPITAL PROJECTS, MAINTENANCE, EDUCATION, AND OTHER | $856,515 |
CITY OF SEATTLE - SEATTLE PARKS AND RECREATION PURPOSE: CAPITAL PROJECTS, MAINTENANCE, EDUCATION, AND OTHER | $622,995 |