Congregations Caring For Creation
- Assets
- $507.4k
- Revenue
- $903.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 16
- Location
- Minneapolis, MN
- Founding
- 10/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-0735674
Organization Overview
Congregations Caring For Creation, operating under the name Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light, is located in Minneapolis, MN. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (X21) the organization is classified as: Protestant, under the broad grouping of Religion-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light employed 16 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light 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, Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light generated $903.3k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $793.5k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 16.5% 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
TO GROW THE CLIMATE MOVEMENT IN MINNESOTA BY EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES ACROSS THE STATE TO TAKE ACTION THAT IS AUTHENTIC, EFFECTIVE, AND ENERGIZING IN THEIR CONTEXT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MOVEMENT BUILDER PROGRAM: PROVIDE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND COACHING FOR 15 FAITH BASED AND GEOGRAPHIC NETWORKS ENGAGING THEM IN TAKING ACTION ON CLIMATE JUSTICE. ENGAGE 250 CONGREGATIONAL ORGANIZERS THROUGH MONTHLY COACHING SESSIONS, NEWSLETTER AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ACTION. COACH INDIVIDUALS IN CREATING A CLIMATE JUSTICE HOUSEHOLD PLAN.
JUST SOLAR AND POLICY ENGAGEMENT PROGRAM: WORK TO PROMOTE EQUITY IN THE SOLAR ARENA THROUGH FACILITATING THE JUST SOLAR COALITION. MANAGE MARKETING, WEBSITE, AND COORDINATE MANAGEMENT. PROMOTE EQUITY IN THE WORKFORCE THROUGH EDUCATING SOLAR PROFESSIONALS IN CREATING AN EQUITABLE WORKFORCE. ENGAGE ABOUT 75 IN A GRASSROOTS PEOPLE'S MOVEMENT ASSEMBLY. ADVOCATE FOR SYSTEMIC CHANGE IN CLIMATE AND ENERGY REACHING OVER 15,000 PEOPLE. ORGANIZE MORE THAN 600 PEOPLE TO ATTEND IN DISTRICT MEETINGS WITH CONGRESSIONAL LEADERS. BROUGHT FAITH AND LAY LEADERS TOGETHER TO COMMENT ON PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE LINE 3 PIPELINE INCLUDING LETTERS TO THE PUC, PCA, AND GOVERNOR'S OFFICE; HOSTED >1000 PEOPLE IN MULTIFAITH PRAYER CIRCLES IN PROTEST OF THE LINE 3 CONSTRUCTION. COMMUNICATED WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS MORE THAN 2,500 TIMES.
SOLAR AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROMOTION: PROVIDED OVER 100 CONGREGATIONS AND OVER 1,000 INDIVIDUALS WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO ACCESS SOLAR ENERGY AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY THROUGH PROVIDERS THAT PROMOTE EQUITY AND ACCESS. COLLABORATED WITH LOCAL INVESTOR AND INSTALLER TO MARKET AND DEPLOY SOLAR ON 6 MINNEAPOLIS BUSINESSES.
YOUTH N POWER: YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAM TO PROMOTE LEADERSHIP EDUCATION FOR ABOUT 30 LOW INCOME YOUTH, PROMOTE YOUTH-LED PROJECTS IN ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND SOLAR AND PROMOTING INDIVIDUAL HOUSEHOLD ACTION TO MORE THAN 1,000 HOUSEHOLDS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Julia Nerbonne Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $75,581 |
Raj Sethuraju Vice-Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Jim Jacobs Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Jean Hammink Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Louis Alemayehu Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Ruhel Islam Director | Trustee | 2.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $101,511 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $773,084 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $874,595 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $28,493 |
| Investment income | $16 |
| 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 | $903,320 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $2,000 |
| 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. | $75,581 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $37,791 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $473,354 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $71,979 |
| Payroll taxes | $45,679 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $16,442 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $18,747 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,970 |
| Office expenses | $22,357 |
| Information technology | $4,125 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $18,820 |
| Travel | $4,685 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $18,375 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $8,706 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $793,490 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $333,645 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $132,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $20,122 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $21,629 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $507,396 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $22,638 |
| 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 | $22,638 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $354,758 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $130,000 |
| 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 | $507,396 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Congregations Caring For Creation has recieved totaling $507,085.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Mcknight Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $125,000 |
Mcknight Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $125,000 |
Impactassets Inc Bethesda, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $101,000 |
Minneapolis Foundation Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: DONOR-RECOMMENDED, RELIGION | $51,750 |
Rockefeller Family Fund Inc New York, NY PURPOSE: PROJECT SUPPORT - ENVIRONMENT | $50,000 |
Tides Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: SUSTAINABLE ENVIRONMENT | $30,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Association Of Hutterian Brethren Churches Inc Aberdeen, SD | $14,512,217 | $27,857,692 |
Siebert Lutheran Foundation Inc Milwaukee, WI | $97,193,025 | $11,548,581 |
International Messengers Clear Lake, IA | $5,781,763 | $6,946,691 |
American Lutheran Church Elk Horn, IA | $6,340,352 | $5,973,020 |
Training Leaders International Minneapolis, MN | $2,737,195 | $5,107,369 |
Vcy America Inc Milwaukee, WI | $9,863,404 | $4,388,148 |
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Foundation Minneapolis, MN | $0 | $8,333,726 |
International Fellowship Of Evangelical Students Usa Inc Madison, WI | $6,456,796 | $6,176,291 |
Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Kingdom Workers Inc Waukesha, WI | $3,918,278 | $4,689,109 |
Lutheran Assoc Of Missionaries And Pilots U S Inc Brookfield, WI | $3,097,954 | $2,815,671 |
Presbyterian Student Center Foundation Madison, WI | $14,924,897 | $2,498,602 |
Lutheran Brethren Woodland Lodge Inc Fergus Falls, MN | $3,043,872 | $1,494,856 |