Western Colorado Congress
- Assets
- $998.2k
- Revenue
- $760.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 13
- Location
- Grand Junction, CO
- Founding
- 06/1982
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 84-0837218
Organization Overview
Western Colorado Congress is located in Grand Junction, CO. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (S21) the organization is classified as: Community Coalitions, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Western Colorado Congress employed 13 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Western Colorado Congress 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, Western Colorado Congress generated $760.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $627.7k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 6.5% 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
WESTERN COLORADO ALLIANCE FOR COMMUNITY ACTION BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER TO BUILD GRASSROOTS POWER THROUGH COMMUNITY ORGANIZING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT. SEE SCHEDULE 0 PART 10 GENERAL EXPLANATION FOR COMPLETE MISSION STATEMENT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
- PASSED HB21-1131, THE COOPERATIVE ELECTRIC ASSOCIATIONS GOVERNANCE REQUIREMENT ACT; INCREASING TRANSPARENCY AND PUTTING IN PLACE BASIC DEMOCRATIC CHECKS AND BALANCES ON ELECTRICAL COMPANIES TO ENSURE FAIR PRICING AND LOCAL CONTROL FOR RURAL ELECTRIC COOPERATIVES.- WORKED WITH MESA COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO APPROVE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY ASSESSED CLEAN ENERGY, A PROGRAM SUPPORTING RENEWABLE ENERGY AND ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY PROGRAMS FOR BUSINESSES IN THE GRAND VALLEY.- EXPANDED ACCESS TO LOCAL MARKETS FOR RANCHERS, ALLOWING THEM TO SELL PORTIONS OF THEIR LIVESTOCK DIRECTLY TO CONSUMERS BY PASSING SB21-079, THE DEREGULATE MEAT SALES DIRECT TO CONSUMERS ACT. - WON INCREASED LEAK DETECTION AND REPAIR RATES FOR OIL AND GAS SITES ACROSS THE STATE AND PROHIBITED THE VENTING OF METHANE AND TOXIC EMISSIONS DURING MAINTENANCE ACTIVITIES, CREATING THE NATIONS TOUGHEST PROGRAM TO LIMIT OIL AND GAS FACILITIES FROM LEAKING GREENHOUSE GAS AND AIR TOXICS.- HELPED COLORADO ACHIEVE ITS GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS REDUCTION GOALS BY PROHIBITING. IT IS ESTIMATED THESE NEW RULES WILL RESULT IN A 51% REDUCTION IN METHANE EMISSIONS FROM THE OIL AND GAS SECTOR BY 2030, HELPING COLORADO MEET ITS GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION TARGETS SET BY STATE LAW IN 2019.-ORGANIZED STUDENTS ACROSS THE WESTERN SLOPE TO PASS A HISTORIC POSTVENTION MENTAL HEALTH BILL TO ENHANCE CARE AND RESOURCES FOR THOSE AFFECTED BY SUICIDE, HB21-1119, THE SUICIDE PREVENTION, INTERVENTION, & POSTVENTION ACT. - WON LOCAL FUNDING FOR AND ORGANIZED 700 RESPONSES FROM RESIDENTS TO COMPLETE A CHILDCARE NEEDS ASSESSMENT FOR MONTROSE COUNTY.- BROUGHT WEST SLOPE VOICES TO WASHINGTON DC, LOBBYING FOR SPECIFIC PROVISIONS IN THE INFRASTRUCTURE AND BUILD BACK BETTER LEGISLATION TO BENEFIT WESTERN COLORADOS LANDSCAPES AND PEOPLE.- WON $11.3 BILLION FOR ABANDONED MINE LANDS FUNDING WITH THE PASSAGE OF THE INFRASTRUCTURE PACKAGE, ADDRESSING A FUNDING SHORTAGE TO CLEAN UP AND RECLAIM THOUSANDS OF ABANDONED COAL MINES ACROSS THE WEST.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Kevin Kuns Vice President | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Bill Wellman Treasurer | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Andreya Krieves Chair | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Brenda Bafus-Williams Secretary | Officer | 4 | $0 |
Steve Allerton Past-Chair | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Al Lowande Board Rep | Trustee | 0 | $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 | $736,365 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $736,365 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $18,861 |
| Investment income | $80 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$290 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $760,704 |
| 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 | $348,901 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $10,587 |
| Other employee benefits | $44,871 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,025 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $22,338 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,683 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $17,509 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $29,107 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,594 |
| Office expenses | $2,512 |
| Information technology | $11,915 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $31,556 |
| Travel | $3,426 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,831 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,089 |
| Insurance | $4,788 |
| All other expenses | $12,748 |
| Total functional expenses | $627,711 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $874,959 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $101,655 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $64 |
| 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 | $4,764 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $16,791 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $998,233 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $82,072 |
| 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 | $82,072 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $433,540 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $482,621 |
| 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 | $998,233 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 11 grants that Western Colorado Congress has recieved totaling $403,676.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Western Organization Of Resource Billings, MT PURPOSE: Just Transitions | $195,000 |
United States Energy Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE. | $50,000 |
Western Organization Of Resource Billings, MT PURPOSE: Low Income Organizing | $50,000 |
Womens Foundation Of Colorado Inc Denver, CO PURPOSE: DIRECT SERVICE | $32,050 |
Western Conservation Action Denver, CO PURPOSE: Clean Energy Advocacy | $30,000 |
Resources Legacy Fund Sacramento, CA PURPOSE: LAND OR MARINE CONSERVATION, PROMOTION OF EDUCATION AND/OR HEALTHY COMMUNITIES | $15,000 |
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