Ecology Center
- Assets
- $7.6m
- Revenue
- $14.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 62
- Location
- Berkeley, CA
- Founding
- 10/1969
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 94-1703351
Organization Overview
Ecology Center is located in Berkeley, CA. The organization was established in 1969. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Ecology Center employed 62 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ecology Center 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 12/2022, Ecology Center generated $14.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 12.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $14.8m during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 12.5% 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, Ecology Center has awarded 234 individual grants totaling $24,609,110. 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
THE ECOLOGY CENTER'S MISSION IS TO INSPIRE AND BUILD A SUSTAINABLE AND JUST FUTURE FOR THE EAST BAY, CALIFORNIA, AND BEYOND.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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INTERNAL PROGRAMS INCLUDE RECYCLING PROGRAM AND OTHER INTERNAL PROGRAMS:RECYCLING: THE CENTER OPERATES THE RESIDENTIAL CURBSIDE RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR THE CITY OF BERKELEY. CURBSIDE RECYCLING COLLECTIONS IS A KEY FORM OF WASTE REDUCTION AND DIVERTS RECYCLING MATERIALS FROM INCINERATORS AND LANDFILLS. THE CENTER ALSO EDUCATES ON THE ECOLOGICAL BENEFITS OF RECYCLING.OTHER INTERNAL PROGRAMS: THE CENTER ALSO OPERATES THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS:* EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM TO PROVIDE ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE INFORMATION AND EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ON SUSTAINABLE LIVING PRACTICES.* STORE TO SUPPLY THE COMMUNITY WITH A UNIQUE AND HARD-TO-FIND SELECTION OF ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS, GIFTS, BOOKS, AND OTHER RESOURCES.* A YOUTH ENVIRONMENTAL ACADEMY TO EDUCATE AND PREPARE THE NEXT GENERATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERS.* FARMER'S MARKET TO PROVIDE A MARKET FOR SMALL SCALE REGIONAL FARMERS BY LINKING THEM TO URBAN COMMUNITIES AND TO PROMOTE AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ABOUT SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE.
FISCALLY SPONSORED PROJECTS: THE CENTER SUPPORTS COMMUNITY GROUPS FOCUSED ON ACTIVITIES THAT PROMOTE THE CENTER'S MISSION BY PROVIDING FISCAL SPONSORSHIP. THE SPECIAL PROJECTS CONSIST OF BAY AREA COALITION FOR HEADWATERS, BERKELEY COMMUNITY GARDENING COLLABORATIVE, BAY AREA SEED INTERCHANGE LIBRARY, ENVIRONMENTAL LITERACY CURRICULUM PROJECT, INDIGENOUS PERMACULTURE PROJECT, WEST BERKELEY ALLIANCE FOR CLEAN AIR AND SAFE JOBS, AND GREYWATER ACTION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Becca Prager Board President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Kad Smith Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Peter Schultze-Allen Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Craig Dittmann Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Naomi Torres Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Ladan Sobhani Board Member | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
All Bay Diesel Llc Vehicle Maintenance | 12/30/21 | $492,996 |
Christopher Lee Mccullough Vehicle Maintenance | 12/30/21 | $155,773 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $72,454 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $13,658,232 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $302,422 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $14,033,108 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $484,783 |
| Investment income | $16,895 |
| 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 | $79,850 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $14,736,227 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $8,061,910 |
| 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. | $181,008 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $181,008 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,613,577 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $97,718 |
| Other employee benefits | $389,204 |
| Payroll taxes | $221,844 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $32,600 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $502,935 |
| Advertising and promotion | $18,820 |
| Office expenses | $42,091 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $125,115 |
| Travel | $8,361 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $37,877 |
| Interest | $45,408 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $473,054 |
| Insurance | $81,013 |
| All other expenses | $204,532 |
| Total functional expenses | $14,821,226 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $262,259 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,284,665 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,069,041 |
| 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 | $44,544 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $88,916 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,280,551 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,228,055 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $320,345 |
| Total assets | $7,578,376 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,026,605 |
| 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 | $1,531,082 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $324,095 |
| Total liabilities | $3,881,782 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,428,972 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $267,622 |
| 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 | $7,578,376 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Ecology Center has awarded $7,942,819 in support to 46 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
ACTA NON VERBA PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $10,617 |
AGRICULTURAL INSTITUTE OF MARIN PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $553,321 |
AGRICULTURE & LAND-BASED TRAINING PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $276,656 |
ALCHEMIST COMMUNITY DEVELOPMEN PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $624,773 |
APRIL VERHOEF DBA FROM THE FARMHOUSE PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $8,503 |
CITY OF RIALTO PURPOSE: FOOD INSECURITY NUTRITION INCENTIVE (FINI) GRANT PROGRAM | $15,337 |