Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc
- Assets
- $207.6k
- Revenue
- $312.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 9
- Location
- Pittsfield, MA
- Founding
- 12/2004
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 27-0054356
Organization Overview
Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc is located in Pittsfield, MA. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc employed 9 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc 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, Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc generated $312.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $211.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 3.5% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
BERKSHIRE ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION TEAM (BEAT) IS A 501(C)3 NON-PROFIT. WE PROTECT THE ENVIRONMENT FOR WILDLIFE IN SUPPORT OF THE NATURAL WORLD THAT SUSTAINS US ALL. BEAT HAS THREE MAJOR FOCAL AREAS: STEWARDSHIP, EDUCATION & OUTREACH, AND WATCHDOGGING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2021 THE ORGANIZATION OPERATED THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS:ENVIRONMENTAL WATCHDOGGING: NO FRACKED GAS IN MASS & POLLUTION WATCH - WE WORKED WITH HUNDREDS OF ACTIVISTS TO STOP FRACKED "NATURAL" GAS INFRASTRUCTURE AND PROMOTE CLEAN ENERGY ALTERNATIVES, RESPONDED TO CONSTITUENT COMPLAINTS OF POSSIBLE ENVIRONMENTAL HARM, INVESTIGATED AND REPORTED RESULTS.ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP: WE USUALLY INVOLVE HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS IN THIS WORK. PROJECTS INCLUDE: WILDLIFE TRACKING AND HABITAT MONITORING, ROAD/STREAM CROSSING ASSESSMENT, RIVER AND PARK CLEANUPS, INVASIVE SPECIES MAPPING AND REMOVAL, STORMWATER PIPE OUTFALL SURVEYING AND WATER QUALITY TESTING.ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: FREE, WEEKLY E-NEWSLETTER WITH ENVIRONMENTAL NEWS, CALENDAR OF EVENTS, AND PUBLIC NOTICES; EXTENSIVE EDUCATIONAL WEBSITE "THEBEATNEWS.ORGX; MONTHLY COMMUNITY GATHERINGS (GREEN DRINKS); EDUCATIONAL EVENTS, HIKES, PRESENTATIONS, ETC.NORTHEAST WILDLIFE TRACKERS - THE MISSION IS TO CONVENE, NETWORK, MOTIVATE AND INSPIRE WILDLIFE TRACKERS ACROSS THE NORTHEAST. THROUGH OUR ANNUAL CONFERENCE, WE AIM TO DEVELOP LONG-TERM CONNECTIONS AND STRATEGIES FOR INSPIRING WILDLIFE HABITAT PROTECTION BY BRINGING TOGETHER A RANGE OF ISSUES AND EXPERIENCES CONNECTED TO WILDLIFE.ZERO WASTE PROGRAM/BERKSHIRE ZERO WASTE INITIATIVE - THE ZERO WASTE PROGRAM WORKS TOWARD A CIRCULAR ECONOMY. THERE IS NO "AWAY." WE ADVOCATE FOR STRONGER REGULATIONS TO MOVE US TOWARD ZERO WASTE. WE HELP PEOPLE REDUCE, REUSE AND IF NECESSARY, RECYCLE. WE HELP BUSINESSES RECYCLE THEIR UNWANTED MATERIALS. AND WE ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO BUY LESS, BUY USED AND MAKE THEIR OWN.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jane Winn Executive Director | 40 | $22,000 | |
Elia Del Molino President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Logan Malik Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Scott Mcginnis Clerk | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ari Zorn Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Bruce Winn Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $16,435 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $294,915 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $17,995 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $311,350 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $700 |
| Investment income | $81 |
| 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 | $312,131 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $22,000 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,750 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $114,766 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,140 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $13,055 |
| Advertising and promotion | $69 |
| Office expenses | $21,260 |
| Information technology | $2,636 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,515 |
| Travel | $1,382 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $302 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $569 |
| Insurance | $3,654 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $211,602 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $16,212 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $50,659 |
| 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 | $140,701 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $207,572 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $224 |
| 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 | $224 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $166,504 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $40,844 |
| 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 | $207,572 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Berkshire Environmental Action Team Inc has recieved totaling $172,973.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Cloud Mountain Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL | $75,000 |
Whitehead Foundation Inc Lenox, MA PURPOSE: EDUCATION CENTER | $25,000 |
Upper Housatonic Valley National Heritage Area Inc Salisbury, CT PURPOSE: Organizational support | $25,000 |
Geoffrey C Hughes Foundation Inc Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $15,000 |
Wyomissing Foundation Inc Wyomissing, PA PURPOSE: FAMILY SMALL GRANT PROGRAM | $15,000 |
William P Wharton Tr Uw Art 2d Boston, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL | $12,464 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Massachusetts Audubon Society Inc Lincoln, MA | $290,978,469 | $38,308,793 |
Environmental Defense Action Fund New York, NY | $6,474,489 | $29,024,607 |
Council On The Environment Inc New York, NY | $42,012,048 | $22,554,174 |
Sustainable Markets Foundation New York, NY | $17,976,931 | $19,381,628 |
Only One Inc New York, NY | $3,262,058 | $9,834,103 |
Cec Stuyvesant Cove Inc Long Island City, NY | $4,789,679 | $6,047,317 |
Wildlife Management Institute Inc Cabot, VT | $3,841,271 | $5,821,824 |
The Connecticut Audubon Society Incorporated Fairfield, CT | $62,592,543 | $6,801,215 |
Mothers Out Front Inc Cambridge, MA | $3,902,382 | $3,274,134 |
Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc Nantucket, MA | $151,824,686 | $12,776,139 |
Audubon Society Of Rhode Island Smithfield, RI | $39,462,013 | $5,117,165 |
American Society For The Protection Of Nature Israel Inc New York, NY | $437,688 | $3,144,160 |