Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens Corporation
- Assets
- $2.6m
- Revenue
- $2.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 35
- Location
- Fort Bragg, CA
- Founding
- 06/1986
- Data as of
- 03/2022
- EIN
- 94-2800886
Organization Overview
Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens Corporation, operating under the name Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens, is located in Fort Bragg, CA. The organization was established in 1986. 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 03/2022, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens employed 35 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Mendocino Coast 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 03/2022, Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens generated $2.2m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m during the year ending 03/2022. While expenses have increased by 3.6% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
AS A NONPROFIT BOTANICAL GARDEN, OUR MISSION IS TO ENGAGE AND ENRICH LIVES BY DISPLAYING AND CONSERVING PLANTS IN HARMONY WITH OUR NORTHERN CALIFORNIA COASTAL ECOSYSTEMS AND TO PRESERVE PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE COAST. THE SPECIFIC AND PRIMARY PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF THE GARDENS, A UNIQUE RESOURCE FOR PUBLIC ENJOYMENT, EDUCATION, AND RECREATION. IN COMPLETING ITS PURPOSE, THE MENDOCINO COAST BOTANICAL GARDENS MAINTAINS A VAST COLLECTION OF ORNAMENTAL PLANTS ADAPTABLE TO THE MENDOCINO COAST. IT ALSO SPONSORS WORKSHOPS, MAINTAINS TRAILS AND, IN GENERAL, OVERSEES THE PUBLIC ACCESS TO THE BEAUTIFUL PARK-LIKE GARDENS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
GROUNDS:GENERAL ADMISSION FEES TO THE GARDENS REPRESENT MUCH OF THE ANNUAL REVENUE FOR THIS ORGANIZATION. THE GARDENS ALSO HAVE VARIOUS MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE FOR THOSE WHO ARE INTERESTED IN BECOMING MORE INVOLVED WITH THE ORGANIZATION. MEMBERSHIPS ARE FOR AN ANNUAL TERM AND ARE RECORDED ON THE ACCRUAL BASIS OF ACCOUNTING. UNDER THIS METHOD OF ACCOUNTING REVENUE IS RECOGNIZED OVER THE TERM OF THE MEMBERSHIP.
THE GARDENS PROVIDES FOR A RETAIL STORE, NURSERY AND CAFE TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO VISITORS.
THE GARDENS ALSO OFFERS MANY PROGRAMS AND SERVICES INCLUDING EVENTS AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS SUCH AS FREE ACCESS CLASSES TO SCHOOL CHILDREN, SCOOTERS FOR THE PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED. IT ALSO SPONSORS WORKSHOPS AND MAINTAINS TRAILS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Molly Barker Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $100,871 |
Liz O'hara President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Howard Pollack Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Tim Gage Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Jill Surdzial Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Jean Mann Board Member | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $332,441 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $195,845 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $528,286 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,602,656 |
| Investment income | $627 |
| 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 | $2,191,953 |
| 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. | $100,871 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $705,830 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $105,801 |
| Payroll taxes | $56,475 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $17,060 |
| 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 | $41,611 |
| Advertising and promotion | $24,256 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $47,747 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $8,440 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $16 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $58,413 |
| Insurance | $27,520 |
| All other expenses | $94,552 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,509,365 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,701,408 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,475 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $66,287 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $25,692 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $508,233 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $285,384 |
| Total assets | $2,590,479 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $130,103 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $90,852 |
| 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 | $27,743 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $248,698 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,274,795 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $66,986 |
| 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 | $2,590,479 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Mendocino Coast Botanical Gardens Corporation has recieved totaling $39,130.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Foundation Of Mendocino County Inc Ukiah, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $28,775 |
Community Foundation Of Mendocino County Inc Ukiah, CA PURPOSE: PICNIC TABLE PROJECT | $10,000 |
Jason Family Foundation Irvine, CA PURPOSE: PRESERVATION | $200 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $155 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $67,930 |
| Earnings | $22,291 |
| Admin Expense | $12,912 |
| Net Contributions | $15,000 |
| Ending Balance | $92,309 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
National Tropical Botanical Garden Kalaheo, HI | $83,543,723 | $14,124,029 |
Descanso Gardens Guild Inc La Canada Flintridge, CA | $18,003,648 | $13,487,216 |
Santa Barbara Botanic Garden Inc Santa Barbara, CA | $41,433,162 | $7,409,122 |
Quail Gardens Foundation Inc Encinitas, CA | $12,969,442 | $5,829,721 |
Rancho Santa Ana Botanic Garden Trustees Of Rancho Santa Ana Botan Claremont, CA | $30,352,791 | $6,285,503 |
San Francisco Botanical Garden Society At Strybing Arboretum San Francisco, CA | $28,257,332 | $7,447,772 |
South Coast Botanic Garden Foundation Inc Palos Verdes, CA | $7,245,065 | $6,772,558 |
Japanese Friendship Garden Society Of San Diego San Diego, CA | $20,950,553 | $6,471,956 |
Los Angeles Arboretum Foundation Inc Arcadia, CA | $16,499,897 | $6,980,616 |
Boyce Thompson Southwestern Arboretum Superior, AZ | $11,174,604 | $2,877,918 |
Tucson Botanical Gardens Tucson, AZ | $7,479,246 | $3,474,163 |
Ruth Bancroft Garden Inc Walnut Creek, CA | $5,532,672 | $2,150,535 |