Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc
- Assets
- $10.7m
- Revenue
- $4.2m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Salt Lake City, UT
- Founding
- 07/1991
- Data as of
- 04/2022
- EIN
- 87-0480542
Organization Overview
Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc, operating under the name Utah Open Lands, is located in Salt Lake City, UT. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (C34) the organization is classified as: Land Resources Conservation, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 04/2022, Utah Open Lands employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Utah Open Lands 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 04/2022, Utah Open Lands generated $4.2m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 33.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $4.0m during the year ending 04/2022. While expenses have increased by 7.3% per year over the past 6 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PRESERVATION, PROTECTION AND STEWARDSHIP OF OPEN SPACE, IN PERPETUITY, IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN UTAH'S NATURAL HERITAGE AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LAND CONSERVATION: THE IMPORTANCE OF PERPETUITY BEGINS WITH THE CRAFTING OF THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT AND A FULL UNDERSTANDING OF THE CONSERVATION VALUES AND THE PUBLIC BENEFIT OF EACH LANDSCAPE UNDER CONSIDERATION FOR CONSERVATION. UTAH OPEN LANDS CONTINUED CONSIDERING, INVESTIGATING, DISCUSSING AND NEGOTIATING MORE THAN TWELVE SEPARATE CONSERVATION PROJECTS THIS YEAR. IT IS ANTICIPATED THAT 4 OF THESE PROJECTS WILL RESULT IN A CONSERVATION EASEMENT IN THE COMING YEAR. THIS YEAR UTAH OPEN LANDS SUCCESSFULLY RAISED THE FINAL DOLLARS OR WERE DONATED 6 PROJECTS FOR A TOTAL OF ~640.5 ACRES. AMONG THE SIX IS THE ALBERT KOHLER LEGACY FARMS, 102 ACRES, FOURTH GENERATIONAL LEGACY FARM, IS ONE OF THE LAST REMAINING DAIRY FARMS IN MIDWAY AND THE CORNERSTONE FOR THE HEBER VALLEY'S TOURISM, AS THE LANDSCAPE IS THE GATEWAY VIEW INTO THE WASATCH MOUNTAIN STATE PARK.
STEWARDSHIP: UTAH OPEN LANDS' STEWARDSHIP DIVISION HAS MONITORED ALL THE EVER INCREASING LANDS UTAH OPEN LANDS HAS PROTECTED OVER THE LAST 31 YEARS. OUR ROLE IN MONITORING THESE PROJECTS IS TO ENSURE THEIR COMPLIANCE WITH THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT THAT GOVERNS THESE LANDSCAPES. UTAH OPEN LANDS' MONITORING REPORTS IDENTIFIED THE TRAJECTORY OF THE CONSERVATION VALUES TO ENSURE THE CONSERVATION PURPOSES ARE PROTECTED. UTAH OPEN LANDS IS CONTINUING TO WORK WITH SEVERAL STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES AND LANDOWNERS TO IMPROVE PUBLIC ACCESS, ECOLOGICAL AND WILDLIFE HEALTH, SCENIC VALUES, AND PUBLIC TRAILS. THIS YEAR OUR COMMITMENT TO STEWARDSHIP AND DEFENSE OF OUR PROJECTS FOUND US WORKING WITH THE LANDOWNER, A LOCAL MUNICIPALITY, AGAINST AN ATTEMPT TO INVALIDATE THE CONSERVATION EASEMENT, SUCCESSFULLY. UTAH OPEN LANDS CONTINUES TO WORK DILIGENTLY WITH PARK CITY MUNICIPALITY TO CREATE NEW AND IMPROVED PUBLIC TRAILS AND TRAILHEADS ON BONANZA FLAT, A 1500-ACRE, MUCH TREASURED AND VISITED, PASSIVE RECREATIONAL AREA FOR THE RESIDENTS OF PARK CITY, SUMMIT AND WASATCH COUNTIES, THE SALT LAKE VALLEY, AND THE MANY AREA VISITORS. UTAH OPEN LANDS' STEWARDSHIP DIVISION ALSO IN CONJUNCTION WITH PARK CITY, HAS ESTABLISHED FOR VISITORS TO THE AREA A RIDE-SHARE SHUTTLE PROGRAM, TRANSIT TO TRAILS, WHICH REDUCES THE AMOUNT OF TRAFFIC AND PASSENGER VEHICLES AND PARKING LIMITATIONS. THIS PROGRAM WILL BE REPEATED NEXT YEAR AS IT HAS RECEIVED MUCH ACCLAIM BY THE LOCAL RESIDENCE.
EDUCATION AND OUTREACH: UTAH OPEN LANDS IS COMMITTED TO WORKING WITH LANDOWNERS AND COMMUNITIES INTERESTED IN ENSURING THE PROTECTION OF THE LANDS THEY LOVE; FROM WORKING LANDSCAPES, ECOLOGICAL REFUGES, TO HERITAGE VALUES AND THE 'SENSE OF PLACE' AS DESCRIBED BY WALLACE STEGNER' VISION OF QUALITY OF LIFE. THIS YEAR THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDED LEADERSHIP AND PRESENTATIONS, VIRTUALLY AND IN PERSON, TO TOWN AND COUNTY COUNCILS AND LOCAL COMMUNITY MEETINGS. UTAH OPEN LANDS CONTINUED WITH OUR ANNUAL GAINING GROUND: TRYING TIMES SYMPOSIUM HOSTED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF UTAH'S SJ QUINNEY LAW SCHOOL AND WITH ASSISTANCE BY A GRANT FROM THE CULTURAL VISION FUND IN AN EFFORT TO EDUCATE ELECTED OFFICIALS, STATE AND LOCAL AGENCIES, STUDENTS, LANDOWNERS, AND OTHER CONSERVATION PROFESSIONALS. THE PRESENTATION PROVIDES INFORMATION FROM APPRAISERS, IRS REPRESENTATIVES, UOL STAFF AND BOARD MEMBERS, AND CONSERVATION SPECIALISTS AND ATTORNEYS, IN ORDER TO REVIEW LAND TRUST LATEST REQUIREMENTS, LAWS, AND LEGAL CASES AFFECTING LAND TRUSTS, LOCAL CONSERVATION AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOLARSHIP.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Wendy Fisher Executive Director | 40 | $77,500 | |
Jeff Appel Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Mark Raming Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Wendy Zeigler President | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Kate Ferguson Vice President | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Megan Houdeshel Board Of Directors | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $89,578 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $2,768,333 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,530,545 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $55,653 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,388,456 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | -$162,107 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $22,725 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,249,074 |
| 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. | $77,500 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,100 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $164,211 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $12,096 |
| Other employee benefits | $14,227 |
| Payroll taxes | $18,701 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $55,915 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $18,375 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $12,917 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $23,702 |
| Office expenses | $16,263 |
| Information technology | $4,203 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $10,264 |
| Travel | $1,135 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $801 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $6,020 |
| Insurance | $20,258 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,021,383 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $444,413 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $90,011 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $25,000 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $14,563 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $6,654 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $14,298 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $4,796,137 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $5,273,192 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $10,664,268 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $8,500 |
| 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 | $13,056 |
| Total liabilities | $21,556 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,203,310 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,439,402 |
| 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 | $10,664,268 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc has recieved totaling $69,998.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
American Endowment Foundation Hudson, OH PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL | $25,000 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $20,100 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $14,700 |
Mightycause Charitable Foundation Marianna, FL PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $10,150 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $25 |
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc Charlotte, NC PURPOSE: OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $21 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $9,099,196 |
| Earnings | $12,681 |
| Net Contributions | $3,540,203 |
| Other Expense | $3,621,305 |
| Ending Balance | $9,030,775 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Arizona Land And Water Trust Inc Tucson, AZ | $19,341,295 | $7,113,905 |
Conservation Lands Foundation Durango, CO | $10,309,607 | $7,535,879 |
Mesa County Land Conservancy Inc Grand Junction, CO | $4,321,084 | $5,838,861 |
Jackson Hole Land Trust Jackson, WY | $34,929,001 | $7,522,371 |
Realty Gift Fund Santa Fe, NM | $5,081,165 | $9,881,385 |
Palladium Foundation Salt Lake City, UT | $46,965,152 | $3,512,246 |
Utah Open Lands Conservation Association Inc Salt Lake City, UT | $10,664,268 | $4,249,074 |
Teton Regional Land Trust Driggs, ID | $10,505,047 | $4,545,192 |
Tohono Chul Park Inc Tucson, AZ | $10,057,876 | $2,788,599 |
Wood River Land Trust Company Hailey, ID | $29,176,745 | $10,841,480 |
Mcdowell Sonoran Conservancy Scottsdale, AZ | $2,977,971 | $1,763,794 |
Advocates For The West Inc Boise, ID | $2,362,176 | $2,131,294 |