Big Thicket Association
- Assets
- $426.6k
- Revenue
- $184.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Beaumont, TX
- Founding
- 04/1967
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 74-6074261
Organization Overview
Big Thicket Association is located in Beaumont, TX. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (B99) the organization is classified as: Education N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Education and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Big Thicket Association employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Big Thicket Association 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, Big Thicket Association generated $184.7k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $155.0k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.1%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
THE BIG THICKET ASSOCIATION'S MISSION IS TO PRESERVE, PROTECT, AND PROMOTE THE BIG THICKET REGION, ITS NATURAL RESOURCES AND CULTURAL HISTORY, FOR THE ENJOYMENT AND WELL-BEING OF PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS THROUGH ADVOCACY, EDUCATION AND RESEARCH.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
AWARENESS AND CONSERVATION: THE ASSOCIATION PROMOTES AWARENESS OF THE BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE AND THE NEED TO PROTECT THE NATURAL RESOURCES AND NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE BIG THICKET.
NECHES RIVER ADVENTURES: THE ASSOCIATION OPERATES THE "IVORY BILL", A COVERED EXCURSION BOAT ON THE NECHES RIVER FOR SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS, SOCIAL EVENTS AND NATURE CLASSES. PUBLIC TOURS ARE CONDUCTED MOST SATURDAYS BETWEEN LATE MARCH AND EARLY NOVEMBER. THE "IVORY BILL" IS ALSO AVAILABLE FOR PRIVATE TOURS ALL YEAR. DURING THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 2021, THE "IVORY BILL" CONDUCTED 16 PRIVATE CHARTERS, 25 PUBLIC TOURS, AND 9 SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS.
THICKET OF DIVERSITY AND FIELD RESEARCH LEARNING CENTER: THE ASSOCIATION, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE, THE NATURE CONSERVANCY, AND OTHER ENTITIES, ADMINISTERS AND COORDINATES THE ALL TAXA BIODIVERSITY INVENTORY (ATBI). THE ATBI IS UNDERTAKEN TO ENHANCE THE ABILITY OF THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE MANAGEMENT BY IDENTIFYING EVERY LIVING SPECIES INHABITING THE BIG THICKET NATIONAL PRESERVE AND SURROUNDING AREAS. THE FIELD RESEARCH STATION AND LEARNING CENTER INCLUDES A SMALL LABORATORY, CLASSROOM AND DOMITORY. FOR A NOMINAL FEE, THE FRSLC PROVIDES LODGING FOR REASEARCH SCIENTISTS AND THEIR GRADUATE STUDENTS CONSERVATION GROUP AND VOLUNTEERS. AS PART OF ATBI, THE ASSOIATION ADMINISTERS AND DISBURSES GRANT FUNDING RECEIVED FROM THE TEXAS COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY AND OTHER GRANTORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Wendy Ledbetter Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $43,088 |
Dale Parish Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3.53 | $0 |
Kathy Smartt Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0.04 | $0 |
John Stafford President | OfficerTrustee | 7.31 | $0 |
James Westgate Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0.27 | $0 |
Fred Allen Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $4,130 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $93,384 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $59,686 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $157,200 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $19,076 |
| Investment income | $273 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $60 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $8,069 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $184,678 |
| 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. | $43,088 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,309 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $30,100 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $5,599 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $4,970 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $15,350 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $8,668 |
| Information technology | $1,398 |
| Royalties | $12,876 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $40 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,680 |
| Insurance | $9,014 |
| All other expenses | $3,120 |
| Total functional expenses | $155,021 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $315 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $363,617 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $21,018 |
| 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 | $41,337 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $310 |
| Total assets | $426,597 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $1,133 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $160 |
| 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 | $14,951 |
| Total liabilities | $16,244 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $318,142 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $92,211 |
| 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 | $426,597 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Big Thicket Association has awarded $26,611 in support to 3 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
STEPHEN F AUSTIN UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Research Support | $9,139 |
LAMAR UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Research Support | $8,736 |
TEXAS STATE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Research Support | $8,736 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Big Thicket Association has recieved totaling $10,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Edaren Foundation Houston, TX PURPOSE: SUPPORT NECHES RIVER ADV PYMT 4/4 | $10,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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