Black Farmers Collective
- Assets
- $125.3k
- Revenue
- $208.4k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 04/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 82-5059908
Organization Overview
Black Farmers Collective is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (U41) the organization is classified as: Computer Science, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Black Farmers Collective 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, Black Farmers Collective generated $208.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 2 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 40.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $182.5k during the year ending 12/2021. 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
BLACK FARMERS COLLECTIVE EXISTS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF COMMUNITIES THROUGH URBAN GARDENS AND FARMING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENTBUILT 10 ADDITIONAL RAISED BEDS FOR COMMUNITY USE AT YES FARM; ADDED HERB GARDEN IN COLLABORATION WITH BASTYR; OFFERED TUESDAY AND SATURDAY COMMUNITY FARM DAYS FOR VOLUNTEERS; HOSTED COMMUNITY EVENTS INCLUDING BIOPC LUNCH AND BLACK HEALING DAY; DISTRIBUTED FREE FOOD TO YESLER RESIDENTS AT COMMUNITY EVENTS. CO-HOSTED COMMUNITY EVENTS AT COLUMBIA ANNEX.EDUCATIONHOSTED WORKSHOPS INCLUDING A BEE KEEPING SERIES AND MUSHROOM GROWING; HOSTED YOUTH SUMMER EXPERIENCE WITH YESLER SUMMER PROGRAM; VISITS BY LOCAL PRESCHOOL; TOURS THROUGH GLOBAL TRAVELS; I-URBAN TEEN FARM SCHOOL SESSIONS; SU ENGINEERING SOLAR PROJECT; SU DESIGN PROJECT; SOIL TESTING CONTINUES.LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENTHOSTED DORIS DUKE INTERNS FOR SUMMER; 2 UW MSW INTERN PLACEMENTS; PROMOTED SPECIALIST TO FARM MANAGER WITH COACHING. STAFF SPOKE AN MANY COMMUNITY EVENTS.VEGETABLE DISTRIBUTIONFREE VEGETABLES TO YESLER COMMUNITY EVENTS: DONATIONS TO CLEAN GREENS AND UNR FOOD PANTRIES; FOOD GIVEAWAY ATE MCKINNY CENTER; SOLD AT DELRIDGE (ACHD) AND SOUTH PARK SLIDING SCALE MARKETS; SOME LOCAL RESTAURANTS; LOCAL FOOD CONSOLIDATOR; VEG. GIVEAWAYS TO VOLUNTEERS AND VISITORS.COMMUNITY BUILDINGBUILT GREENHOUSE AT MARA FARMS; DEVELOPED NEW FARM SPACE AT COLUMBIA ANNEX (BROWN EGG); SUPPORTED REVITALIZATION AND SOIL TESTING AT WA NA WARI GARDEN. BUILT RAISED BEDS AND FILLED WITH SOIL/COMPOST AT RAINER BEACH ACTION COALITION GARDENYES FARM INFRASTRUCTUREYES: INCREASED ROW CROP AREA BY 30%; GOT CITY TO REMOVE HUGE PILE OF GARBAGE FROM S. END OF FARM: RAINWATER COLLECTION/TERRACING PROJECT STARTED- 6 CISTERNS PLACES AND 40 YARDS OF UPCYCLED POTTING SOIL BROUGHT TO SITE; GREENHOUSE COVERED; NEGOTIATED DONATION OF SOLAR PANELS; LOGS MOVED FOR SLABS.SMALL AXE: FIRST CROP FOR MARKET; LIME HAULING/SPREADING; TRAILER FOR OFFICE; COMPOST TRIALS CONTINUE
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Raymond Williams Managing Direct | Trustee | 50 | $60,000 |
James King Jr Treasurer | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Cameron Steinback Secretary | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Nyema Clark Member | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Joshua Jenkins President | Trustee | 4 | $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 | $208,376 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $208,376 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1 |
| 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 | $208,377 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $556 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5 |
| Advertising and promotion | $621 |
| Office expenses | $15,217 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $2,349 |
| Travel | $2,081 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $17 |
| Total functional expenses | $182,461 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $125,349 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $125,349 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $125,349 |
| 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 | $125,349 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Black Farmers Collective has recieved totaling $46,296.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Seattle Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT; FOOD EQUITY EDUCATION AND WORKSHOP; 2021 TRANSIT INVESTMENT | $41,000 |
American Online Giving Foundation Inc Newark, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,296 |
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Oregon Computer Science Development And Education John Day, OR | $2,995 | $0 |
Black Farmers Collective Seattle, WA | $125,349 | $208,377 |
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