The Earthfire Institute
- Assets
- $2.9m
- Revenue
- $2.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 10
- Location
- Driggs, ID
- Founding
- 01/2001
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 82-0525968
Organization Overview
The Earthfire Institute is located in Driggs, ID. The organization was established in 2001. According to its NTEE Classification (C60) the organization is classified as: Environmental Education, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Earthfire Institute employed 10 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Earthfire Institute 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, Earthfire Institute generated $2.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 41.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $631.1k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 12.4% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
OUR MISSION IS TO REAWAKEN OUR CONNECTION TO WILDLIFE AND NATURE THROUGH RECONNECTION ECOLOGY, EXPANDING OUR SENSE OF COMMUNITY TO INCLUDE ALL LIVING BEINGS, AND TO PROTECT THRIVING HABITAT FOR ALL LIFE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EARTHFIRE INSTITUTE PROVIDED CARE FOR RESCUED NATIVE WILDLIFE BY PROVIDING SHELTER, FOOD, WATER, AND VETERINARIAN CARE FOR 33 WILD ANIMALS, 365 DAYS OF THE YEAR UNDER LICENSE OF THE USDA AND IDAHO STATE FISH AND GAME. EARTHFIRE ALSO PERFORMED MAINTENANCE OF STRUCTURES FOR BEARS, WOLVES, BISON, COYOTES, FOXES, BIRDS AND COUGARS; WORKED TO IMPROVE HABITAT; MONITORED THEIR HEALTH AND UPDATED NUTRITIONAL CARE BASED ON LATEST RESEARCH; AND PROVIDED WILDLIFE REHABILITATION SERVICES FOR THE STATE OF IDAHO.
EARTHFIRE INSTITUTE IMPROVED AND INCREASED WEB FUNCTIONALITY, SOCIAL MEDIA, WRITTEN EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH, AND INFORMATIONAL PRINT MEDIA ADVERTISING. EARTHFIRE SENT OUT 4,000+ NEWSLETTERS EVERY MONTH AND 1,000 SEMI-ANNUAL HARD COPY NEWSLETTERS. EIGHT EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS ABOUT OUR WORK WERE PROVIDED TO NATIONAL AND GLOBAL AUDIENCES VIA ONLINE ORGANIZATIONS. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO DESIGNED AND DISTRIBUTED INFORMATION REGARDING THE PROTECTION OF WILDLIFE HABITAT TO 200 LOCAL PROPERTY OWNERS.
EARTHFIRE INSTITUTE EXPANDED PUBLIC ACCESS TO THEIR LOCATION BY LEADING 1-2 HOUR GUIDED VISITS FOCUSED ON CONSERVATION, EDUCATION, AND WILD ANIMALS. EARTHFIRE HOSTED ARTISTS, FILMMAKERS, AND PHOTOGRAPHERS TO ASSIST WITH CONSERVATION EFFORTS VIA ART, DOCUMENTARIES, AND OTHER PROJECTS. COLLABORATIONS WITH YELLOWSTONE WERE FORMALIZED THROUGH THE YUKON CONSERVATION INITIATIVE AND 1% FOR THE PLANET ORGANIZATIONS. THIS FURTHER SHARED THE MISSION AND TRADEMARKED A NEW CONSERVATION APPROACH: "RECONNECTION ECOLOGY."
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Andrew Torgove Treasurer & | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Allan N Blitz Edd Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Elizabeth M Kutter PHD Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Susan B Eirich PHD Executive Di | OfficerTrustee | $0 | |
Teresa Ann Loyola Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Michelle Lund Director | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
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 | $2,457,884 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,457,884 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $5,082 |
| 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 | $2,526,699 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $298,132 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,222 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,881 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $30,567 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,478 |
| Office expenses | $6,577 |
| Information technology | $2,400 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $40,212 |
| Travel | $493 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $3,736 |
| Interest | $14,861 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $31,218 |
| Insurance | $21,534 |
| All other expenses | $13,941 |
| Total functional expenses | $631,110 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $387,580 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,431,037 |
| 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 | $848,427 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $189,330 |
| Total assets | $2,856,374 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $452,017 |
| Other liabilities | $173 |
| Total liabilities | $452,190 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,404,184 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $2,856,374 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that The Earthfire Institute has recieved totaling $251,484.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Impactassets Inc Bethesda, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $160,000 |
Community Foundation Of Jackson Hole Jackson, WY PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $71,341 |
Goodman Family Foundation New York, NY PURPOSE: EXEMPT ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE | $10,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $143 |
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