Land Connection Foundation
- Assets
- $465.9k
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 15
- Location
- Champaign, IL
- Founding
- 05/2002
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 37-1413944
Organization Overview
Land Connection Foundation is located in Champaign, IL. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (K20) the organization is classified as: Agricultural Programs, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Land Connection Foundation employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Land Connection Foundation 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 12/2023, Land Connection Foundation generated $1.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 9 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 16.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.1m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 14.5% per year over the past 9 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 LAND CONNECTION FOUNDATION (TLC) IS AN EDUCATIONAL NONPROFIT THAT ENVISIONS A COMMUNITY-BASED FOOD SYSTEM IN WHICH FARMERS HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO GROW FOOD IN A SUSTAINABLE MANNER AND EVERY PERSON CAN ACCESS LOCALLY GROWN AND PRODUCED FOODS. WE FULFILL OUR MISSION THROUGH FARMER TRAINING, FOOD ACCESS, AND CONSUMER EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FARMER TRAINING PROGRAMMING: TLC PROVIDES WORKSHOPS, FIELD DAYS, RESOURCES, AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO FARMERS OF ALL BACKGROUNDS AND EXPERIENCE LEVELS TO HELP THEM OPERATE ECONOMICALLY VIABLE AND ENVIRONMENTALLY RESPONSIBLE ENTERPRISES.
CONSUMER EDUCATION: WE CREATE ENGAGING CONTENT ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF RESILIENT LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY AND HOW COMMUNITY MEMBERS CAN PLAY A ROLE IN MAKING THEIR FOOD SYSTEM STRONGER. PAST SUCCESSES HAVE BEEN A PODCAST, INFOGRAPHICS, AND THE ILLINOIS SPECIALTY CROP CARD SERIES.
FOOD ACCESS: TLC HOSTS THE CHAMPAIGN FARMERS MARKET AND CHAMPAIGN-URBANA WINTER FARMERS MARKET EACH YEAR TO PROVIDE A SPACE IN OUR COMMUNITY FOR PEOPLE TO ACCESS FRESH, LOCALLY GROWN AND PRODUCED FOOD. THROUGH THE MARKET WE WORK TO GROW THE FOOD BUDGETS OF PEOPLE UTILIZING SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION BENEFIT PROGRAMS FOR FOOD PURCHASES AND HELP SMALL, BEGINNING FARM BUSINESSES ENTER THE DIRECT-TO-CONSUMER MARKET.
ILLINOIS FARMLINK: WE PROVIDE A WEBSITE AND NAVIGATION SERVICES TO FARMERS AND LANDOWNERS IN ILLINOIS LOOKING TO BUY, SELL, OR LEASE AGRICULTURAL LAND.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Joseph Wetzel President (thru 9/23) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Alisa Demarco Board President (from 9/23) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lisa Bralts Kelly Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Jacob Taylor Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dave Bishop Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Andrea Cosert Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $431,250 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $667,600 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $940 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,098,850 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $117,516 |
| Investment income | $5 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$1,854 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,226,686 |
| 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. | $130,500 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $83,100 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $408,860 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $79,416 |
| Payroll taxes | $37,655 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $15,537 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $114,341 |
| Advertising and promotion | $47,731 |
| Office expenses | $49,460 |
| Information technology | $28,420 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $45,628 |
| Travel | $14,043 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,185 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,606 |
| All other expenses | $6,700 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,148,444 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $403,731 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $62,188 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $465,919 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $25,339 |
| 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 | $24,283 |
| Total liabilities | $49,622 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $361,772 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $54,525 |
| 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 | $465,919 |