Eco Defense Group
- Assets
- $62.2k
- Revenue
- $659.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Park City, UT
- Founding
- 03/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 82-2083991
Organization Overview
Eco Defense Group is located in Park City, UT. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (D30) the organization is classified as: Wildlife Preservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Eco Defense Group 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, Eco Defense Group generated $659.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 28.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $737.3k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 31.7% per year over the past 4 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
IDENTIFY THE PROBLEM THROUGH BOTH A FIELD AND CLOSED-DOOR MISSION ANALYSIS, ECO DEFENSE GROUP EXPERTS IDENTIFY IF AND HOW OUR SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND NETWORK CAN ADD VALUE AND INCREASE READINESS IN AN AREA WHERE WILDLIFE IS THREATENED. WE LOOK ESPECIALLY FOR WAYS IN WHICH WE ARE UNIQUELY POSITIONED TO OFFER A SOLUTION. DEVELOP A SOLUTION THROUGH A COLLABORATIVE PROCESS, ECO DEFENSE GROUP CRAFTS A UNIQUE AND PRECISE SOLUTION WITH THE GOAL TO MAKE WILDLIFE PROTECTORS MORE SAFE AND MORE CAPABLE AGAINST THE THREAT THAT THEY FACE. WE IDENTIFY ALSO ANY TOOLS NEEDED TO FACILITATE OUR EFFORT. MENTOR IN NEW CAPABILITIES. FOR PROJECTS WHERE WE BELIEVE WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE, WE INVEST TIME ON THE GROUND WITH CURATED MENTORSHIP PROGRAMS TO BRING NEW SKILLS TO THE FRONTLINES OF WILDLIFE PROTECTION IN AFRICA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
WE MENTORED 195 RANGERS AND DEVELOPED UNIQUE PROGRAMS. WE MENTORED AND IMPLEMENTED IN TEAM LEADERSHIP, PROBLEM SOLVING AND INTEGRITY BUILDING FOR KEY WILDLIFE PROTECTION UNITS. WE DESIGNED, DELIVERED AND MENTORED A BOAT AND MARINE UNIT TO PROTECT AN ISLAND WHERE POACHERS HAVE BEEN DECIMATING WILDLIFE. WE IMPLEMENTED THE FIRST-EVER-OF-ITS-KIND K9 UNIT IN MALAWI TO PROTECT THE NEWLY INTRODUCED RHINO POPULATION. WE WORKED WITH TOP EQUIPMENT AND GEAR COMPANIES TO DELIVER GAME CHANGING CAPABILITIES TO RANGERS ON THE FRONTLINES OF THE RHINO WAR. THIS HAS ALREADY HAD A SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND POACHERS ARE ON THE RUN. WE BEGAN EQUIPPING AND DEVELOPING A BRAND-NEW SPECIAL OPS UNIT DESIGNED TO GO AFTER SYNDICATES AND POACHING THREATS ON THE SOUTHERN TIP OF AFRICA. WE IMPLEMENTED LOW-LIGHT AND OTHER TARGETED CAPABILITIES FOR RANGERS IN 5 PARKS. WE DELIVERED HUNDREDS OF PAIRS OF BOOTS, SHOES, JACKETS, TORCHES AND OTHER VALUABLE RANGER EQUIPMENT. WE DELIVERED MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND PROVIDED RELATED SKILLS TRAINING. WE WORKED CLOSELY WITH OUR SISTER ORGANIZATION, THE BY GRACE FOUNDATION, TO DEVELOP A NEW SEWING AND TEXTILE CENTER TO EMPLOY AND TRAIN WOMEN NEAR KRUGER PARK. WE MENTORED AND CREATED AND INTELLIGENCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nathan Edmondson President | OfficerTrustee | 75 | $11,587 |
Joseph Ban Director | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Don Kendall Director | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
Mathilda Joubert Director | Trustee | 10 | $0 |
David Dezso Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Andy Tran Director | Trustee | 2 | $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 | $659,707 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $320,679 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $659,707 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $2 |
| 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 | $659,709 |
| 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. | $11,587 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $11,587 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $886 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,606 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,149 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $116,795 |
| Advertising and promotion | $5,932 |
| Office expenses | $7,888 |
| Information technology | $1,046 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $8,988 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $203 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $12,373 |
| Insurance | $1,006 |
| All other expenses | $47,346 |
| Total functional expenses | $737,278 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $21,082 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $4,274 |
| 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 | $36,860 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $62,216 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $42,838 |
| Total liabilities | $42,838 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $19,378 |
| 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 | $62,216 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 3 grants that Eco Defense Group has recieved totaling $27,027.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $25,000 |
Dsc Foundation Inc Dallas, TX PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE OPERATIONS OF A SIMILAR ORGANIZATION IN CONSERVATION | $2,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $27 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Mule Deer Foundation Clearfield, UT | $6,501,122 | $19,195,763 |
Rocky Mountain Butterfly Consortium Westminster, CO | $6,667,298 | $6,538,274 |
Safari Club International Foundation Tucson, AZ | $35,723,815 | $6,669,750 |
Idaho Fish And Wildlife Foundation Inc Boise, ID | $56,004,903 | $1,904,399 |
Teton Raptor Center Wilson, WY | $12,423,355 | $3,545,856 |
Wildlife Conservation Foundation Roosevelt, UT | $209,332 | $1,466,029 |
New Mexico Wildlife Federation Albuquerque, NM | $444,068 | $1,226,244 |
Round River Conservation Studies Salt Lake City, UT | $776,601 | $1,370,433 |
Ocearch Park City, UT | $349,779 | $1,342,057 |
Gorilla Rehabilitation And Conservation Education Grace Cente Niwot, CO | $1,178,295 | $1,192,799 |
Foundation For Wildlife Management Inc Ponderay, ID | $84,970 | $926,971 |
Africa Network For Animal Welfare- Usa Denver, CO | $19,759 | $766,312 |