Center For Biological Diversity Inc
- Assets
- $43.3m
- Revenue
- $36.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 239
- Location
- Tucson, AZ
- Founding
- 11/2011
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 27-3943866
Organization Overview
Center For Biological Diversity Inc is located in Tucson, AZ. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (D20) the organization is classified as: Animal Protection & Welfare, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Center For Biological Diversity Inc employed 239 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center For Biological Diversity 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, Center For Biological Diversity Inc generated $36.7m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $25.0m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.0% 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.
Since 2014, Center For Biological Diversity Inc has awarded 26 individual grants totaling $704,122. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE CENTER FOR BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY INC, WORKS TO SECURE A FUTURE FOR ALL SPECIES, GREAT AND SMALL, HOVERING ON THE BRINK OF EXTINCTION. WE DO SO THROUGH SCIENCE, LAW AND CREATIVE MEDIA, WITH A FOCUS ON PROTECTING THE LANDS, WATERS AND CLIMATE THAT SPECIES NEED TO SURVIVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE CENTER'S ENDANGERED SPECIES PROGRAM WORKS TO PROTECT AND RECOVER IMPERILED PLANTS AND ANIMALS AND THEIR HABITAT. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH A VARIETY OF TOOLS INCLUDING SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, POLICY AND LEGAL ADVOCACY, AND GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING.
THE CENTER'S PUBLIC LANDS PROGRAM AIMS TO ENSURE THAT OUR PUBLIC LANDS AND WATERS ARE PROTECTED, RESTORED AND MANAGED FOR THE MAXIMUM BENEFIT TO OUR NATION'S WILDLIFE AND ECOSYSTEMS.
THE CENTER'S CLIMATE PROGRAM WORKS TO REDUCE U.S. GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS AND AIR POLLUTION TO PROTECT BIOLOGICAL DIVERSITY, THE ENVIRONMENT AND HUMAN HEALTH. SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES INCLUDE SECURING PROTECTIONS FOR SPECIES THREATENED BY THE IMPACTS OF GLOBAL WARMING, ENSURING COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW IN ORDER TO REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSION, AND EDUCATING AND MOBILIZING THE PUBLIC ON GLOBAL WARMING ISSUES.
INTERNATIONAL PROTECT GLOBAL BIODIVERSITY WHERE CURRENT U.S. LAW HAS THE POWER TO DO SO AND BY WATCHDOGGING U.S. ACTIONS AFFECTING ENDANGERED SPECIES IN OTHER PARTS OF THE WORLD. OCEANS PROTECT AND RECOVER ALL MARINE SPECIES AND OCEAN HABITATS SUBJECT TO U.S. LAW. POPULATION AND SUSTAINABILITY PROTECT SPECIES AND HABITATS BY RAISING AWARENESS ABOUT RUNAWAY HUMAN POPULATION GROWTH AND UNSUSTAINABLE CONSUMPTION. URBAN WILDLANDS THE CENTER'S URBAN WILDLANDS PROGRAM FOCUSES ON PRIVATE LAND DEVELOPMENT, WATER-SUPPLY PROJECTS AND HIGHWAY BUILDING IN THE "WILDLAND-URBAN INTERFACE" - THE EDGES OF SPRAWLING URBAN AND SUBURBAN AREAS ADJACENT TO WILDLANDS. ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH PROTECT BIODIVERSITY AND HUMAN HEALTH FROM TOXIC SUBSTANCES WHILE PROMOTING A DEEP UNDERSTANDING OF THE INEXTRICABLE CONNECTION BETWEEN THE HEALTH OF HUMANS AND ALL OTHER SPECIES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kieran Suckling Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $339,911 |
Peter Galvin Director Of | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $256,812 |
Paula Simmonds Chief Dev. O | Officer | 40 | $206,999 |
Michael Hudson COO | Officer | 40 | $200,484 |
Robin Silver Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $193,122 |
Brendan Cummings Conservation | 40 | $181,988 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Michael V Nixon Consulting | 12/30/21 | $103,906 |
Law Office Of Neil Levine Legal | 12/30/21 | $109,722 |
Financial Statements
| 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 | $25,788,245 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,054,708 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $25,788,245 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $9,863,799 |
| Investment income | $208,418 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $31,394 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $594,738 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $36,653,414 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $299,153 |
| 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. | $1,562,261 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $30,086 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $13,010,163 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $1,422,165 |
| Other employee benefits | $2,117,685 |
| Payroll taxes | $1,086,283 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $462,314 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $38,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $95,932 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,058,084 |
| Advertising and promotion | $549,032 |
| Office expenses | $930,526 |
| Information technology | $220,547 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $992,005 |
| Travel | $135,592 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $25,868 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $494,184 |
| Insurance | $79,642 |
| All other expenses | $25,418 |
| Total functional expenses | $24,977,299 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,006,940 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $4,252,476 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,529,873 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $4,351,930 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $12,918 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $329,393 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,956,665 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $22,676,245 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $168,519 |
| Total assets | $43,284,959 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $2,091,843 |
| 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 | $480,808 |
| Total liabilities | $2,572,651 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $32,431,953 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $8,280,355 |
| 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 | $43,284,959 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Center For Biological Diversity Inc has awarded $133,675 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Washington Dc, DC PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION | $75,000 |
PRESERVE OUR RURAL COMMUNITIES PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION | $48,000 |
Lafeyette, CO PURPOSE: SUPPORT OF MISSION | $10,675 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Center For Biological Diversity Inc has recieved totaling $240,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Goatee Foundation T-A Tr Brooklyn, OH PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT $50,000 AND $50,000 PREDATOR PROTECTION CAMPAIGN | $200,000 |
Lap Foundation Sedona, AZ PURPOSE: ANIMAL PROTECTION | $25,000 |
Shanbrom Fam Foundation Ojai, CA PURPOSE: PROTECTION OF ENDANGERED SPECIES | $10,000 |
Rc Charitable Foundation Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $2,000 |
Edyne & Allen Gordon Foundation Inc Tesuque, NM PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $1,500 |
Samuel And Tillie D Cheiffetz Foundation Inc Natick, MA PURPOSE: PROTECTING LANDS WATER AND CLIMATE | $1,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
San Diego Humane Society & Spca San Diego, CA | $70,615,617 | $45,691,033 |
San Francisco Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Animals San Francisco, CA | $115,776,209 | $51,611,688 |
Denver Dumb Friends League Denver, CO | $128,872,842 | $28,226,636 |
Center For Biological Diversity Inc Tucson, AZ | $43,284,959 | $36,653,414 |
Arizona Humane Society Phoenix, AZ | $95,151,966 | $45,142,904 |
Humane Society Of The Pikes Peak Region Colorado Springs, CO | $31,213,500 | $18,547,973 |
Helen Woodward Animal Center Rancho Santa Fe, CA | $61,487,200 | $24,562,772 |
Pasadena Humane Society Pasadena, CA | $46,749,038 | $17,263,238 |
Peninsula Humane Society & Spca Burlingame, CA | $52,826,881 | $18,060,009 |
Humane Society Silicon Valley Milpitas, CA | $64,688,653 | $21,886,630 |
Mercy For Animals Los Angeles, CA | $27,760,277 | $18,222,198 |
The Animal Foundation Las Vegas, NV | $55,751,912 | $11,185,043 |