Island Grown Initiative Ltd

Organization Overview

Island Grown Initiative Ltd is located in Vineyard Haven, MA. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (K30) the organization is classified as: Food Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Island Grown Initiative Ltd employed 49 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Island Grown Initiative Ltd 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, Island Grown Initiative Ltd generated $3.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 21.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.4m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 14.8% 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:

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ISLAND GROWN INITIATIVE IS A NON-PROFIT BASED ON MARTHA'S VINEYARD WITH A MISSION TO BUILD A REGENERATIVE AND EQUITABLE FOOD SYSTEM THAT ENGAGES, INFORMS, AND INTERATES THE COMMUNITY. THERE THREE STRATEGIC GOALS: L. INCREASE LOCAL FOOD PRODUCTION, 2. REDUCE AND REDIRECT FOOD WASTE, AND 3. EXPAND ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD FOR ALL INSLANDERS.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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MAJOR PROGRAMS INCLUDE: COMMUNITY FOOD EDUCATION: ISLAND GROWN SCHOOLS OPERATES EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FROM PRESCHOOL TO K-12 AND SUPPORTS SCHOOL GARDENS WHERE CHILDREN RECEIVE HANDS-ON TRAINING. THERE ARE ALSO REGENERATIVE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS FOR BACKYARD GROWERS AND LOCAL GARDENERS. FOOD WASTE REDUCTION & RECOVER: THE GOAL IS TO REDUCE FOOD WASTE THROUGH CONSUMER EDUCATION CAMPAIGHNS, RECOVERY FROM LOCAL GROCERY STORES, AND GLEANING CROPS THAT REMAIN IN THE FIELDS POST HARVEST. IT OPERATES AN IN- VESSEL COMPOSTING DRUM THAT PROCESSES FOOD WASTE PLUS CARBON MATERIALS INTO NUTRIENT RICH COMPOST THAT IS USED TO ENHANCE LOCAL SOILS. THE FARM HUB: A 40 ACRE FARM DEDICATED TO REGENERATIVE AGRICULTURAL PRACTICES, AND INCLUDES THE OPERATION OF A 33,000 SQUARE-FOOT GREENHOUSE THAT HOUSES A HYDROPONIC OPERATION AND SOIL BEDS FOR YEAR ROUND PRODUCTION. THERE IS ALSO A COMMUNITY GARDEN, ORCHARD, AND LAND THAT IS LICENSED TO OTHER LOCAL FARMERS. FOOD EQUITY: IGI OPERATES THE ISLAND FOOD PANTRY THAT SERVES AN AVERAGE OF 1500 PEOPLE PER MONTH. IT ALSO PRODUCES HEALTHY, NUTRITIOUS STEWS, SOUPS AND MEALS WHICH ARE FROZEN AND DISTRIBUTED AROUND THE ISLAND TO THOSE WITH LIMITED ACCESS TO TRANSPORTATION OR COOKING FACILITIES. THEY OPERATE A SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM TO FEED CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES DURING THE SCHOOL VACATION. THERE IS A MOBILE FARMERS MARKET THAT BRINGS FRESH PRODUCE TO LOW INCOME COMMUNITIES AROUND THE ISLAND.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Rebecca Haag
Executive Di
$79,386
Mark Chung
Clerk
$0
Greg Martino
Treasurer
$0
Lily Walter
Vice-Preside
$0
Lynne Whiting
President
$0
Allen Carney
Board Member
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $85,725
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$3,590,071
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $149,991
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$3,675,796
Total Program Service Revenue$21,459
Investment income $9,445
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales -$3,689
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$113,821
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $3,594,169

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Island Grown Initiative Ltd has recieved totaling $6,500.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Marthas Vineyard Bank Charitable Foundation Inc

Edgartown, MA

PURPOSE: EXEMPT PURPOSE

$5,500
Omashate Foundation Inc

Englewood, CO

PURPOSE: PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT

$1,000
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Endowment Analysis

Net Contributions$462,990

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