Greater Metro Parks Foundation

Organization Overview

Greater Metro Parks Foundation is located in Tacoma, WA. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Greater Metro Parks Foundation employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Greater Metro Parks 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 12/2021, Greater Metro Parks Foundation generated $1.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.3m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.4% per year over the past 7 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

GREATER METRO PARKS FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO CULTIVATE A COMMUNITY INVESTED IN PROVIDING PARKS AND RECREATION ACCESS TO ALL.ITS VISION IS PLENTIFUL, EQUITABLE ACCESS TO NATURE, PLAY, AND RECREATION IN TACOMA.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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PROGRAM SUPPORT- THE FOUNDATION WORKS IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE METROPOLITAN PARK DISTRICT OF TACOMA (MPT) TO SUPPORT MISSION-PRIORITY PROGRAMS. THESE INCLUDE THE ARTS, YOUTH SPORTS AND DEVELOPMENT, FITNESS AND WELLNESS, SPECIALIZED RECREATION, HERITAGE AND SPECIAL EVENTS. DONATIONS HELP FILL THE GAP AND SUSTAIN THESE PROGRAMS. FOR EXAMPLE OUR COMMUNITY ARTS PROGRAMS PROVIDE FREE ACCESS TO ARTS IN LOW INCOME COMMUNITIES FOR HEALTH, LEARNING AND COMMUNITY, PROVIDING ACCESS TO UNDERSERVED CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO ACCESS LEAGUE SPORTS PLAY, ARTS PROGRAMMING, ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND EXPLORATION, AND MORE.THE FOUNDATION ALSO RAISES AND INVESTS ENDOWMENT FUNDS FOR SUSTAINABLE PROGRAMMING.


PARK MAINTENANCE - THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS PARKS AND PARKS PROJECTS THROUGHOUT THE DISTRICT. INDIVIDUAL PARKS HAVE SPECIAL SIGNIFICANCE THEIR SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES AND THE FOUNDATION OFFERS A WAY FOR NEIGHBORS TO GIVE TO THEIR PARKS. DONORS CAN GIVE TO THE CHIP-IN! PROGRAM WHICH ENGAGES THOUSANDS OF VOLUNTEER PARK STEWARDS EVERY YEAR WHO REMOVE INVASIVE SPECIES, REPLACE NATURAL AREAS, CLEAN UP GARBAGE, AND PATROL TO MAINTAIN SAFETY. THE FOUNDATION ALSO MANAGES CAPITAL CAMPAIGNS AND LEVERAGES DISTRICT FUNDS TO ENHANCE COMMUNITIES AND PARK FACILITIES.


FINANCIAL AID, KNOWN AS THE ACTIVE KIDS FUND, REMOVES BARRIERS BY REDUCING METROPARKS PROGRAM REGISTRATION FEES BY 50-75% FOR HUNDREDS OF QUALIFYING FAMILIES.THROUGH THE ACTIVE KIDS FUND, CHILDREN CAN ENJOY ACTIVITIES SUCH AS SWIMMING CLASSES,NATURE EDUCATION, SPORTS LEAGUES AND PERFORMING ARTS LESSONS. THE FUND HELPS YOUTH WHO OTHERWISE WOULD NOT HAVE THE FINANCIAL MEANS TO GET ACTIVE, BUILD SKILLS, MAKE HEALTHY CHOICES, EXPAND PERSONAL EXPRESSION AND EXPERIENCE SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY.VERIFICATION OF INCOME AND PROOF OF RESIDENCY ARE REQUIRED. EVERY YEAR REQUESTS INCREASE AND METRO PARKS AND THE FOUNDATION WORK TOGETHER TO MEET THE NEED.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Teri Moore
Executive Director
$111,092
Morris Aldridge
President
$0
Michelle Jones
Vice President
$0
Jessica Knickerbocker
Secretary
$0
Tom Day
Treasurer
$0
Alecia Cunningham
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $346,500
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$643,807
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $2,887
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$990,307
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $136,315
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
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 $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $1,126,622

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Greater Metro Parks Foundation has awarded $178,590 in support to 2 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

METRO PARKS TACOMA

PURPOSE: SUPPORT SERVICES

$172,290

METRO PARKS TACOMA

PURPOSE: NEIGHBORS FOR PARKS

$6,300
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Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Greater Metro Parks Foundation has recieved totaling $37,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
The Albertsons Companies Foundation

Pleasanton, CA

PURPOSE: HUNGER

$25,000
Mariners Care

Seattle, WA

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$12,000
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Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$6,606,248
Earnings$805,219
Net Contributions$753,743
Other Expense$396,362
Ending Balance$7,768,848

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