Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc
- Assets
- $47.9m
- Revenue
- $12.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Tallahassee, FL
- Founding
- 07/1995
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 59-3277808
Organization Overview
Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc is located in Tallahassee, FL. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (D12) the organization is classified as: Fund Raising & Fund Distribution, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida 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 06/2021, Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc generated $12.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.9m during the year ending 06/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc has awarded 260 individual grants totaling $7,410,985. 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
PROVIDE ASSISTANCE, FUNDING, AND PROMOTIONAL SUPPORT TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF FLORIDA'S FISH AND WILDLIFE RESOURCES AND THEIR HABITATS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE FISH & WILDLIFE FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA (FOUNDATION) FUNDED 33 GRANTS FROM "WILDLIFE FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA" LICENSE PLATE REVENUES TO THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION (FWC) AND OTHER 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS FOR PROJECTS THAT CONSERVE, MANAGE, AND IMPROVE LANDS OPEN TO PUBLIC HUNTING, AND PROMOTE HUNTING SAFETY PROGRAMS FOR ALL AGES INCLUDING YOUTH HUNTING PROGRAMS.
IN FLORIDA, THE GOPHER TORTOISE IS LISTED AS THREATENED. BOTH THE TORTOISE AND ITS BURROW ARE PROTECTED UNDER STATE LAW. GOPHER TORTOISES MUST BE RELOCATED BEFORE ANY LAND CLEARING OR DEVELOPMENT TAKES PLACE, AND PROPERTY OWNERS MUST OBTAIN PERMITS FROM THE FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION (FWC) BEFORE CAPTURING AND RELOCATING TORTOISES. THE FISH & WILDLIFE FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA IS THE RECIPIENT ORGANIZATION FOR THESE MITIGATION PERMIT FEES AND DISTRIBUTES THEM BACK TO FWC UPON REQUEST.
THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION (FWC) DIVISION OF HUNTING AND GAME MANAGEMENT'S HUNTER SAFETY AND PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGE SECTION HAS SUCH POWERS, DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND FUNCTIONS AS ARE NECESSARY TO PROVIDE HUNTER SAFETY TRAINING AND CERTIFICATION WHICH NECESSITATES THE DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF PUBLIC SHOOTING RANGES INCLUDING THE ONE AT TENOROC FISH MANAGEMENT AREA AND IN BAY COUNTY. THE FISH & WILDLIFE FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA MANAGES THE FUNDS FOR THOSE RANGES.
SUPPORT TO THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION AND OTHER FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION GROUPS AND ASSOCIATED PROJECTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Andrew Walker President/ceo | Officer | 40 | $196,560 |
James W Bradford COO | Officer | 40 | $143,251 |
Adam Putnam Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Carlos Alfonso Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Donna Rawson Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Stephen Swindal Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $517,879 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,339,568 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $793,544 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,650,991 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $8,423,242 |
| Investment income | $857,863 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $331 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $454,791 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$107,915 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $12,283,576 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $4,963,147 |
| 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. | $359,162 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $176,260 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $313,474 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $124,543 |
| Payroll taxes | $47,463 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $39,488 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $16,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $253,353 |
| Fees for services: Other | $396,544 |
| Advertising and promotion | $106,243 |
| Office expenses | $29,611 |
| Information technology | $25,665 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $41,261 |
| Travel | $8,908 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $14,649 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $35,232 |
| Insurance | $13,352 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,932,642 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,039,411 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $284,317 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $804,106 |
| 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 | $15,725 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $118,543 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $38,638,585 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $32,888 |
| Total assets | $47,933,575 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $674,633 |
| 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 | $674,633 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,141,059 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $44,117,883 |
| 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 | $47,933,575 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc has awarded $898,667 in support to 33 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION PURPOSE: ASSESSMENT OF THE EPIDEMIOLOGY OF A NEUROMUSCULAR DISORDER IMPACTING BOBCATS AND THE ENDANGERED FLORIDA PANTHER | $150,000 |
FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR CAPTIVE BREEDING OF ENDANGERED FLORIDA GRASSHOPPER SPARROWS | $140,000 |
FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION PURPOSE: MUSSEL COMMUNITY AND WATER QUALITY RESTORATION IN LAKE TRAFFORD | $65,000 |
FLORIDA FISH & WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION PURPOSE: IMPLEMENTING PREDATION MANAGEMENT FOR THE PROTECTION OF IMPERILED BEACH NESTING BIRDS IN NORTHEAST FLORIDA | $41,692 |
High Springs, FL PURPOSE: ECOLOGICAL HEALTH ASSESSMENT AT SEVEN OUTSTANDING FLORIDA SPRINGS ON THE SUWANNEE RIVER | $40,000 |
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA PURPOSE: YEAR II: EVALUATION OF THERMAL REFUGE HABITAT FOR FISH IN SPRINGS OF THE LOWER SUWANNEE RIVER | $35,880 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 12 grants that Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc has recieved totaling $120,050.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Knopf Family Foundation Inc Wakefield, MA PURPOSE: GENERAL USE | $45,000 |
National Recreation Foundation Inc Lake Forest, IL PURPOSE: IN SUPPORT OF RECREATION PROGRAMMING THAT GETS ALL YOUTH ACTIVE AND OUTDOORS | $20,500 |
National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc Alpharetta, GA PURPOSE: CULTURE | $10,000 |
Corbett Family Charitable Foundation Inc Tampa, FL PURPOSE: SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Bergeron Everglades Museum And Wildlife Foundation Pembroke Pines, FL PURPOSE: Support Conservation Efforts | $10,000 |
Max & Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Washington, DC PURPOSE: CITY LEADERS PROGRAM | $10,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $4,465,939 |
| Earnings | $1,080,435 |
| Net Contributions | $55,180 |
| Ending Balance | $5,601,554 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Fish & Wildlife Foundation Of Florida Inc Tallahassee, FL | $47,933,575 | $12,283,576 |
Second Life Thrift Store Avondale Estates, GA | $615,248 | $1,164,466 |
Nhs Second Chance Inc Fernandina Beach, FL | $423,443 | $888,553 |
Marianne H Halle Animal Support Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA | $21,526,650 | $1,392,826 |
Pc Fund For Animals Charitable Tr Delray Beach, FL | $4,017,118 | $350,177 |
Polk County Bully Project Lakeland, FL | $11,483 | $303,746 |
North Atlantic Salmon Fund Jacksonville, FL | $1,398,500 | $194,147 |
Animalade Inc Weeki Wachee, FL | $351,588 | $221,596 |
Samurgency Inc Haralson, GA | $601,641 | $93,810 |
Dollar For Doxies Inc Lantana, FL | $215,331 | $221,778 |
Stray Animal Foundation Of India Jacksonville, FL | $62,239 | $0 |
Diamonds In The Ruff Csra Inc Martinez, GA | $19,319 | $0 |