Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust

Organization Overview

Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust is located in Damariscotta, ME. The organization was established in 1973. According to its NTEE Classification (C32) the organization is classified as: Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust employed 17 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust 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 06/2021, Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust generated $2.6m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 24.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 30.4% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

CONSERVATION & EDUCATION - THE BENEFIT AND ENJOYMENT OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC, TO PROMOTE THE PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION OF THE NATURAL, CULTURAL, AND HISTORIC RESOURCES OF THE DAMARISCOTTA-PEMAQUID REGION, RESEARCH AND SCIENTIFIC STUDY, AND PUBLIC EDUCATION.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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CONSERVATION EFFORTS CENTER ON THE DAMARISCOTTA-PEMAQUID REGION, ENCOMPASSING EIGHT TOWNS. COASTAL RIVERS OWNS 71 PRESERVES, HOLDS 60 EASEMENTS, AND CO-MANAGES AN ADDITIONAL 12 PROPERTIES, TOGETHER TOTALING MORE THAN 5,000 ACRES UNDER OWNERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT. WE WORK IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PRIVATE LANDOWNERS, AGENCIES, AND OTHER NON-PROFITS. GIFTS OF LAND AND CONSERVATION EASEMENTS FROM GENEROUS DONORS, AS WELL AS TARGETED PURCHASES, HELP US GROW AND CONNECT OUR NETWORK OF CONSERVED LANDS FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT - WILDLIFE, WATER QUALITY, SCENIC INTEGRITY, HISTORICAL PRESERVATION, AND PUBLIC ACCESS. WITH DOZENS OF NATURAL AREAS, MORE THAN 50 MILES OF TRAILS, AND SEVERAL ISLANDS IN OUR CARE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, WE WORK HARD TO CREATE NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS TO GET OUT ON THE LAND AND WATER WHILE RESPECTING THE PRECIOUS AND SOMETIMES FRAGILE NATURAL RESOURCES WE ALL ENJOY AND BENEFIT FROM.


OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF TWO HISTORIC FARM HOUSES AND SURROUNDING LAND. THESE SERVE AS NATURE CENTERS, EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES, AND ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES. IN ADDITION, THESE RESOURCES PROVIDE A COMMUNITY HUB FOR THE DAMARISCOTTA REGION, HOSTING A PUBLIC SLEDDING HILL, FARMERS' MARKET, AND CENTRAL MEETING SPACE FOR NATURE PROGRAMS.


EDUCATION, OUTREACH, AND MARINE PROGRAMS AND MATERIALS, INCLUDING THE SCHOOL FOR FIELD NATURALISTS AND RELATED PROGRAMS. CONNECTING PEOPLE AND PLACE IS CENTRAL TO OUR MISSION. WE ARE CONVINCED THAT ENGAGING YOUTH AND ADULTS ALIKE WITH THE NATURAL WORLD IN THIS EXCEPTIONAL REGION BUILDS A STRONGER COMMUNITY OF CARING STEWARDS DEDICATED TO THE INTEGRITY OF THE DAMARISCOTTA-PEMAQUID REGION.PROGRAMS INCLUDE MIDCOAST STEWARDS, OYSTER GARDENING, CAMP MUMMICHOG, ARCHAEOLOGY FIELD SCHOOL, MUSHROOM WORKSHOPS, EDIBLE SEAWEED COURSES, WABANAKI LIVING SKILLS AND CULTURE AND HEALTH OF THE DAMARISCOTTA RIVER. THESE ARE OFFERED TO BENEFIT SCHOOL-AGED CHILDREN, INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, AND MUNICIPAL OFFICIALS.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Steven Hufnagel
Executive Director
$90,095
Joel Russ
President
$0
Mike Kane
Vice President
$0
Robert Barkalow
Treasurer
$0
Carolyn Mckeon
Secretary
$0
Mary B Berger
Trustee
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $109,500
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$2,428,915
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $741,095
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$2,538,415
Total Program Service Revenue$13,129
Investment income $13,725
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income -$51,546
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $80,259
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$1,580
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $2,629,526

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 21 grants that Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust has recieved totaling $810,030.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Maine Community Foundation Inc

Ellsworth, ME

PURPOSE: Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management, Food Banks & Pantries

$347,840
Maine Coast Heritage Trust

Topsham, ME

PURPOSE: Contribution toward conservation of land & stewardship for conservation purposes

$100,000
$100,000
Ivorybill Foundation Inc

Pittsford, NY

PURPOSE: SALT BAY FARM EXPANSION

$40,000
Dobson Foundation Inc

Lancaster, PA

PURPOSE: TO ACCOMPLISH 501C3 PURPOSE

$30,000
Burns Family Foundation Inc

Damariscotta, ME

PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF OPERATIONS

$25,000
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Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$757,445
Earnings$183,677
Net Contributions$47,624
Other Expense$17,035
Ending Balance$971,711

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