Energy Action Fund
- Assets
- $6.7m
- Revenue
- $9.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 51
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 01/2009
- Data as of
- 12/2019
- EIN
- 26-3390444
Organization Overview
Energy Action Fund is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 2009. According to its NTEE Classification (C35) the organization is classified as: Energy Resources Conservation & Development, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2019, Energy Action Fund employed 51 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations.
For the year ending 12/2019, Energy Action Fund generated $9.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 13.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $5.9m during the year ending 12/2019. While expenses have increased by 11.9% per year over the past 5 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.
Since 2016, Energy Action Fund has awarded 138 individual grants totaling $11,158,298. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2019
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDING TECHNOLOGICAL AND SCIENTIFIC INFORMATION TO REDUCE GLOBAL GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VARIOUS GRANTMAKING IN TOTAL TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY POLICIES.
TO PROVIDE STRATEGIC CONSULTATION ON STATE CAMPAIGNS TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS.
TO PROVIDE STRATEGIC CONSULTATION ON STATE AND FEDERAL CAMPAIGNS TO ADVANCE CLEAN ENERGY SOLUTIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Carrie Doyle Executive Director | Officer | 21 | $130,185 |
Amy Fuerstenau Program Director | 5 | $18,776 | |
Jason Mark Board Member (starting 1/11/2019) | Trustee | 1 | $8,397 |
Jane Breyer Svp, Strategic Partnerships | Officer | 1 | $3,764 |
Curtis Seymour Vp, Programs | 1 | $2,687 | |
Daniel Adler Vp, Programs | 1 | $2,445 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
The Strategy Group Inc Strategic Advisors | 12/30/19 | $254,935 |
The Ormond Group Llc Strategic Advisors | 12/30/19 | $111,034 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $1,000,000 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $8,895,000 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $9,895,000 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $9,895,000 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $3,780,616 |
| 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. | $192,268 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,468 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $120,756 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $68,234 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $50,082 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,200 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $1,548,169 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $24,626 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $10,729 |
| Information technology | $22,768 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $51,356 |
| Travel | $5,874 |
| 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 | $1,320 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,881,679 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $5,343,738 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,400,000 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $6,743,738 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $156,925 |
| Grants payable | $689,681 |
| 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 | $846,606 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,236,015 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,661,117 |
| 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 | $6,743,738 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Energy Action Fund has awarded $3,771,616 in support to 52 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $1,051,250 |
Las Vegas, NV PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $260,000 |
Albuquerque, NM PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $195,000 |
Cleveland, OH PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $170,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $135,000 |
Boulder, CO PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT CLEAN ENERGY POLICY ADVANCEMENT IN THE STATES. | $112,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Energy Action Fund has recieved totaling $1,250,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Energy Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,000,000 |
Climateworks Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: LOBBYING | $250,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Energy Coalition Irvine, CA | $13,314,157 | $12,638,479 |
Californias For Energy Independence San Rafael, CA | $1,869,715 | $7,691,897 |
Energy Action Fund San Francisco, CA | $6,743,738 | $9,895,000 |
Calcef Innovations Oakland, CA | $10,744,198 | $2,655,581 |
Western Climate Initiative Inc Sacramento, CA | $8,477,986 | $7,524,856 |
Climate Action Reserve Los Angeles, CA | $5,497,325 | $5,029,344 |
Protect California Solar Power San Rafael, CA | $88,538 | $3,899,000 |
Global Alliance For Incinerator Alternatives Berkeley, CA | $2,962,269 | $4,145,086 |
Green Building Initiative Inc Portland, OR | $6,873,808 | $4,944,362 |
Veloz Sacramento, CA | $3,511,641 | $3,060,074 |
California Power Exchange Corporation Pasadena, CA | $1,403,864 | $2,719,436 |
Solutions Project Inc Oakland, CA | $2,071,432 | $1,801,529 |