Friends Of Nachusa Grasslands is located in Franklin Grove, IL. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Friends Of Nachusa Grasslands 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 06/2023, Friends Of Nachusa Grasslands generated $790.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $266.6k during the year ending 06/2023. While expenses have increased by 1.0% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF FRIENDS OF NACHUSA GRASSLANDS IS TO BUILD ENDOWMENTS THAT WILL HELP DEFRAY THE COST OF NATURAL AREAS OF MANAGEMENT, STAFF AND OPERATING EXPENSES; CONDUCT AND ENCOURAGE STEWARDSHIP; LAND PROTECTION ANDSUPPORT EDUCATION AND SCIENTIFIC ACTIVITY; AND FUND LAND ACQUISTION AT THE PRESERVE. OVER 96% OF INCOME IS EXPENDED ON ACHIEVING THOSE GOALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
TO FUND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, NACHUSA OPERATIONS, AND SUPPORT OTHER CONSERVATION ORGANIZATIONS.
TO CONDUCT ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP INCLUDING ENVIRONMENTAL RESTORATION.
LAND PROTECTION
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Bernie Buchholz President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mike Carr Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Heather Herakovich Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Betty Higby Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Eric Kingery Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Mary Meier Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $735,196 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $735,196 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $5,477 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $790,673 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $89,273 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,123 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $4,839 |
| Fees for services: Other | $42,268 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,452 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $266,596 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $153,125 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| 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 | $77,034 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $122,636 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,053,575 |
| Total assets | $4,406,370 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $650,605 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,755,765 |
| 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 | $4,406,370 |