Save The Sound Inc
- Assets
- $16.2m
- Revenue
- $7.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 33
- Location
- New Haven, CT
- Founding
- 02/1994
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 06-0990195
Organization Overview
Save The Sound Inc is located in New Haven, CT. The organization was established in 1994. According to its NTEE Classification (C12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Save The Sound Inc employed 33 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Save The Sound Inc 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 09/2021, Save The Sound Inc generated $7.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.3m during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 0.5% per year over the past 6 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO PROTECT AND IMPROVE THE LAND, AIR AND WATER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE LONG ISLAND SOUND PROGRAM USES CITIZEN SCIENCE, EDUCATION, ADVOCACY AND ON-THE-WATER WATCHDOG ACTIVITIES TO PROTECT AND RESTORE THE HEALTH OF LONG ISLAND SOUND AND ITS WATERSHED. LAST YEAR THE PROGRAM COORDINATED THE UNIFIED WATER STUDY, AN EFFORT TO MONITOR WATER QUALITY WITH 23 GROUPS IN 40 EMBAYMENTS AROUND LONG ISLAND SOUND; PUBLISHED A REPORT ON LONG ISLAND SOUND'S ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH; LED ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION EFFORTS THAT RESULTED IN AN HISTORIC INVESTMENT IN LONG ISLAND SOUND INITIATIVES BY THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT; AND SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED THE VISIBILITY OF OUR SOUNDKEEPER SUBPROGRAM, WHICH PATROLS THE WATERS OF LIS TO ENSURE POLLUTION IS STOPPED.
ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION: THE ECOLOGICAL RESTORATION PROGRAM WORKS WITH NATURAL SYSTEMS TO CREATE OR RESTORE THE CONDITIONS FOR ECOLOGICAL AND HUMAN THRIVING AND RESILIENCE. THE PROGRAM DOES THIS BY REMOVING DAMS AND RESTORING FISH PASSAGE; INSTALLING GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE THAT EMPLOYS NATIVE PLANTS TO ABSORB AND FILTER STORMWATER BEFORE IT POLLUTES LOCAL WATERWAYS; RESTORES MARSHLAND AND CONSTRUCTS LIVING SHORELINES TO IMPROVE COASTAL RESILIENCE AND REVERSE MARSH LOSS, AND ENGAGES THE PUBLIC IN PROTECTING WATER QUALITY AND WILDLIFE THROUGH A ROBUST CLEANUP PROGRAM AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL AND VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES. LAST YEAR THE PROGRAM HOSTED 41 IN-PERSON CLEANUPS AND MANY MORE VIRTUAL CLEANUPS; COMPLETED A FISHWAY ON THE FARM RIVER IN NORTH BRANFORD, CT TO ENSURE FISH PASSAGE OVER A 323-YEAR OLD DAM; ADVANCED PLANS FOR DAM REMOVALS ON THE NORWALK RIVER AND FENGER BROOK IN CT, AND THE NISSEQUOGUE RIVER IN NY; AND BEGAN THE DESIGN AND PERMITTING PROCESS FOR GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE PROJECTS IN NEW HAVEN AND HAMDEN, CT. THE PROGRAM ALSO CONDUCTED FISH AND VEGETATION MONITORING AT PRIOR DAM REMOVAL SITES, AND WORKED WITH PARTNERS ON WATERSHED PLANNING AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING IN COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE REGION.
ENDANGERED LANDS: THE ENDANGERED LANDS PROGRAM USES GRASSROOTS ADVOCACY, EDUCATION, POLICY AND LEGAL TOOLS TO ENSURE CONNECTICUT'S ICONIC LANDS ARE PRESERVED AND THE FORESTS THAT FILTER DRINKING WATER ARE PROTECTED. LAST YEAR THE PROGRAM EDUCATED THOUSANDS OF NEW PEOPLE ABOUT THE EFFORT TO PROTECT AN 840 ACRE DEFACTO WILDLIFE REFUGE, INCLUDING ISSUING THE ENVISION PLUM ISLAND REPORT; CONTINUED A DECADES LONG BATTLE TO PRESERVE 238 ACRES OF FOREST ABUTTING A NATURE PRESERVE ALONG THE COASTLINE OF CONNECITCUT; AND WORKED TO PROTECT THOUSANDS OF ACRES OF DRINKING WATER LANDS IN THE COLEBROOK, CT AREA AND THROUGHOUT CT WATER'S TERRITORY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Curtis Johnson President | Officer | 40 | $142,498 |
Alicia Sullivan Chief Development Officer | 40 | $139,883 | |
Leah Lopez-Schmalz Chief Program Officer | 40 | $111,011 | |
Amado Rodriguez Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 40 | $110,348 |
Tracy Brown Regional Director, Water P | 40 | $104,237 | |
Gwen Macdonald Director Of Ecological Restoration | 40 | $102,953 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Stantec Engineering | 9/29/21 | $189,004 |
Schumack Engineered Construction Construction | 9/29/21 | $167,280 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,932,725 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $4,463,799 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $6,396,524 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $115,383 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $584,827 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,096,734 |
| 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. | $252,846 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $43,760 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,412,169 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $511,516 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $23,959 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $40,123 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $26,150 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $55,960 |
| Fees for services: Other | $569,181 |
| Advertising and promotion | $109,625 |
| Office expenses | $127,675 |
| Information technology | $65,993 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $191,441 |
| Travel | $43,092 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $23,794 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $16,674 |
| Insurance | $54,612 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,279,630 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,390,532 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $349,998 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $858,392 |
| 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 | $132,810 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $190,145 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $8,616,007 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,628,893 |
| Total assets | $16,166,777 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $542,157 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $542,157 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,999,901 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $12,624,719 |
| 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 | $16,166,777 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Save The Sound Inc has recieved totaling $32,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Sun Hill Family Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: SUPPORT WATER QUALITY PROJECT | $20,000 |
Lockhart Vaughan Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENT. | $12,000 |
Hagani Foundation Woodbridge, CT PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | $500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $6,932,378 |
| Earnings | $1,264,517 |
| Net Contributions | $765,050 |
| Other Expense | $345,948 |
| Ending Balance | $8,616,007 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Bay Health Care Tr Fund Lexington, MA | $12,775,063 | $19,479,998 |
Save The Sound Inc New Haven, CT | $16,166,777 | $7,096,734 |
Madison Square Park Conservancy Inc New York, NY | $17,758,568 | $5,971,586 |
Climate Group Inc New York, NY | $1,626,352 | $3,142,770 |
Alexander Foundation Inc New York, NY | $78,432,916 | $6,451,996 |
Tourism Cares Inc Norwood, MA | $2,148,186 | $1,174,349 |
Ashoka Trust For Research In Ecology And The Environment Inc Belmont, MA | $896,848 | $1,011,869 |
Woolrich Outdoor Foundation New York, NY | $94,874 | $697,419 |
East Hampton Village Foundation East Hampton, NY | $1,386,264 | $1,719,535 |
United Teachers Of Island Trees Welfare Fund Levittown, NY | $123,714 | $275,321 |
Lake Shore Central Teacher Assoc Supplement Benefit Fund Angola, NY | $32,798 | $242,506 |
Flying Elephants Foundation New York, NY | $191,309 | $300,000 |