Wild Earth Society Incorporated
- Assets
- $2.4m
- Revenue
- $2.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 32
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Founding
- 03/1992
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 16-1402497
Organization Overview
Wild Earth Society Incorporated, operating under the name Wildlands Network, is located in Salt Lake City, UT. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (A33) the organization is classified as: Printing & Publishing, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Wildlands Network employed 32 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Wildlands Network 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, Wildlands Network generated $2.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.4m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 14.0% 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
WILDLANDS NETWORK WORKS TO RECONNECT, RESTORE AND REWILD NORTH AMERICA SO THAT LIFEIN ALL ITS DIVERSITYCAN THRIVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROTECTING LOCAL ECOSYSTEMS - WE PRESERVE AND RESTORE KEY LOCAL ECOSYSTEMS TO MAINTAIN THE PHYSICAL AND BIOLOGICAL INTEGRITY THAT WILL ALLOW WILDLIFE TO MOVE ACROSS THEIR HISTORIC RANGES AND FOR THEIR HABITATS TO THRIVE. IN 2021, WE RELEASED A VIRTUAL STORY MAP OF THE IMPACTS TO WILDLIFE FROM THE U.S.-MEXICO BORDER WALL. WE PROVIDED RECOMMENDED RESTORATION ACTIONS FOR 13 SITES ALONG THE BORDER IN ARIZONA AND NEW MEXICO TO THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION. AND WE COLLECTED WILDLIFE CAMERA TRAP DATA TO INFORM WILDLIFE CONSERVATION ACTIONS AND MANAGEMENT PLANS FOR JAGUAR, RED WOLF, PRONGHORN, COUGAR, ELK, BEAR AND OTHER ICONIC NORTH AMERICAN SPECIES.
ADVANCING INNOVATIVE POLICY - WE ADVANCE ADOPTION OF LEGAL FRAMEWORKS BUILT AROUND THE NEEDS OF NATURE. IN 2021, WE SUCCESSFULLY ADVOCATED FOR THE CREATION OF A NEW 350 MILLION DISCRETIONARY FEDERAL GRANT PROGRAM TO REDUCE WILDLIFE-VEHICLE COLLISIONS. WE SECURED STATE COMMITMENTS TO PROTECT WILDLIFE CORRIDORS THROUGH LEGISLATIVE VICTORIES IN CALIFORNIA, COLORADO AND VIRGINIA. WE MADE BANNING OF MINING IN MEXICO'S NATURAL PROTECTED AREAS A LEGISLATIVE PRIORITY. WE HOSTED A THINK TANK OF LEGAL EXPERTS TO DEVELOP LAW AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS TO SUPPORT CONSERVATION OF 30% OF LANDS AND WATERS BY 2030. AND WE CREATED A WILDLIFE CORRIDOR ACTION PLAN TO GUIDE POLICY DECISIONS OF THE BIDEN ADMINISTRATION.
TRANSFORMING TRANSPORTATION NETWORKS - WE ADVANCE PROJECTS THAT REDUCE, MINIMIZE, OR ELIMINATE COLLISIONS CAUSED BY WILDLIFE CROSSING ROADS AND OTHER TRANSPORTATION NETWORKS. IN 2021, WE SUCCESSFULLY ADVOCATED FOR THE CREATION OF A NEW 350 MILLION DISCRETIONARY FEDERAL GRANT PROGRAM TO REDUCE WILDLIFE-VEHICLE COLLISIONS. WE COLLECTED DATA TO INFORM THE DESIGN OF WILDLIFE CROSSING STRUCTURES ON MEXICO FEDERAL HIGHWAYS 2, 14 AND 15, US INTERSTATES 10 AND 40, AND US HIGHWAY 395. AND WE HOSTED THE LATIN AMERICAN ROAD WORKING GROUP OF THE INTERNATIONAL UNION FOR CONSERVATION OF NATURE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Katie Davis Executive Di | Trustee | 40 | $100,000 |
Steve Olson President | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
Wendy Francis Vice Preside | Trustee | 4 | $0 |
David Steen Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Chris Pupke Treasurer | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Diana Hadley Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $426,008 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $2,460,598 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,886,606 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $13,303 |
| Investment income | $343 |
| 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 | $2,902,540 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $95,126 |
| 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. | $100,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $25,000 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,328,761 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $117,962 |
| Payroll taxes | $120,576 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,334 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $19,103 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $350,727 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,123 |
| Office expenses | $63,484 |
| Information technology | $3,061 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $83,311 |
| Travel | $59,095 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $8,510 |
| Interest | $1,377 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $3,990 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,394,188 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,988,751 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $248,362 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $99,882 |
| 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 | $13,641 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $24,758 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,375,394 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $18,183 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $267,341 |
| 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 | $285,524 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $729,565 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,360,305 |
| 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 | $2,375,394 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Wild Earth Society Incorporated has awarded $94,125 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Tucson, AZ PURPOSE: SUPPORT EFFORTS | $56,500 |
Bozeman, MT PURPOSE: SUPPORT EFFORTS | $11,625 |
Salt Lake City, UT PURPOSE: SUPPORT EFFORTS | $10,000 |
Douglas, AZ PURPOSE: SUPPORT EFFORTS | $9,000 |
East Thetford, VT PURPOSE: SUPPORT EFFORTS | $7,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Wild Earth Society Incorporated has recieved totaling $1,096,235.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Foundation For The Carolinas Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: CHARITABLE GIFT | $515,000 |
Carroll Petrie Foundation Santa Fe, NM PURPOSE: NEW MEXICO PROGRAM | $250,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ARTS, CULTURE & HUMANITIES | $117,200 |
David And Lucile Packard Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS | $45,000 |
Pew Charitable Trusts Washington, DC PURPOSE: Policy | $44,535 |
David And Lucile Packard Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: CONSERVATION AND SCIENCE | $35,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $23,338 |
| Earnings | $3,037 |
| Other Expense | $1,617 |
| Ending Balance | $24,758 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Salt Lake Tribune Inc Salt Lake City, UT | $2,029,501 | $5,870,446 |
Wild Earth Society Incorporated Salt Lake City, UT | $2,375,394 | $2,902,540 |
Odyssey Dance Theatre Salt Lake City, UT | $553,353 | $2,315,359 |
University Press Of Colorado Denver, CO | $1,480,778 | $1,794,065 |
Radius Books Inc Santa Fe, NM | $4,533,597 | $2,674,449 |
Tucson Festival Of Books Tucson, AZ | $559,176 | $788,331 |
The National Center For Frontier Communities Silver City, NM | $195,909 | $764,881 |
National Association For Holistic Aromatherapy Poctello, ID | $419,921 | $544,330 |
Aspen Journalism Aspen, CO | $54,912 | $393,895 |
Cowboy State Daily Lander, WY | $79,609 | $187,798 |
New Mexico In Depth Inc Rio Rancho, NM | $361,171 | $334,485 |
Talking Book Publishers Inc Denver, CO | $1,105,378 | $495,858 |