Methow Valley Citizens Council
- Assets
- $530.8k
- Revenue
- $581.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 12
- Location
- Twisp, WA
- Founding
- 04/1994
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 91-1061350
Organization Overview
Methow Valley Citizens Council is located in Twisp, WA. The organization was established in 1994. According to its NTEE Classification (O40) the organization is classified as: Scouting, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Methow Valley Citizens Council employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Methow Valley Citizens Council 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, Methow Valley Citizens Council generated $581.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 24.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $480.6k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 32.3% 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
THE MISSION OF THE METHOW VALLEY CITIZENS COUNCIL IS TO RAISE A STRONG COMMUNITY VOICE FOR THE PROTECTION OF THE METHOW VALLEYS NATURAL ENVIRONMENT AND RURAL CHARACTER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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LAND USE: MVCCS EARLY WORK ON LAND USE PLANNING SET THE STAGE FOR THE METHOW VALLEYS LOW-DENSITY DEVELOPMENT AND CONSIDERABLE OPEN SPACE. IN 2021, MVCC CONTINUED TO ENGAGE OUR MEMBERS, VOLUNTEERS, AND THE COMMUNITY AT LARGE IN LAND USE PLANNING - FROM OKANOGAN COUNTYS REGULATORY FRAMEWORK TO STATE AND FEDERAL POLICIES AFFECTING OUR PUBLIC LANDS, ENGAGING IN EFFORTS TO IMPROVE AND FINALIZE OKANOGAN COUNTYS COMPREHENSIVE PLAN AND WORKING TO IMPROVE FORESTRY AND MANAGEMENT OF NATIONAL FOREST LANDS.
WATER: MVCC IS COMMITTED TO PROTECTING OUR WATERWAYS FROM POLLUTION AND OVERDEVELOPMENT. WE ADVOCATE TO ENSURE THERE IS ENOUGH CLEAN, COLD, CLEAR WATER FOR FISH, ANIMALS AND PEOPLE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. IN 2021, WORKED TO UPHOLD THE METHOW RULE BY WORKING WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY. ECOLOGY HELPED OKANOGAN COUNTY RECOGNIZE THAT THEY HAD BEEN ILLEGALLY APPROVING EXEMPT WELLS FOR USE IN SUBDIVISIONS FOR YEARS. THE RESULTING CASE BETWEEN THE COUNTY AND ECOLOGY BROUGHT THE ISSUE OF DIMINISHING WATER INTO THE PUBLIC SPOTLIGHT AND HELPED TO BUILD COUNTY-LEVEL SUPPORT FOR WATER BANKING AND A WATERSHED PLANNING PROCESS. THE METHOW VALLEY CITIZENS COUNCIL ALSO CONTINUES TO LEAD A COALITION OF LOCAL CITIZENS AND REGIONAL GROUPS THAT ARE ENCOURAGING THE OKANOGAN PUD TO CONSIDER REMOVING THE DEFUNCT ENLOE DAM, LOCATED ON THE SIMILKAMEEN RIVER NEAR OROVILLE.
AIR: IN 2021, MVCC CONTINUED TO RUN THE CLEAN AIR METHOW PROGRAM. THIS PROJECT HAS TREMENDOUS VALUE IN IDENTIFYING THE AREAS VALLEY RESIDENTS CAN IMPROVE AIR QUALITY BY FOLLOWING BEST PRACTICES SUCH AS CLEAN HOME HEATING, USING ALTERNATIVES TO OUTDOOR BURNING, AND RESPONSIBLY CONDUCTING PRESCRIBED BURNING. WE MANAGE A COLLECTION OF 25 LOW-COST PURPLE AIR AIR QUALITY SENSORS WITH BUSINESSES, SCHOOLS, INDIVIDUALS, AND TOWNS THROUGHOUT THE METHOW VALLEY, FROM LOST RIVER AIRPORT OUTSIDE MAZAMA TO PRAIRIE FLATS NEAR THE TOWN OF METHOW. IN 2021, MVCC CONTINUED TO SPONSOR RESILIENT METHOW TO ENGAGE THE COMMUNITY IN IMPLEMENTING A CLIMATE ACTION STRATEGY FOR THE METHOW VALLEY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jasmine Minbashian Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $75,933 |
Margaret Coon Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Steve Kern Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Julie Palm Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Tom Jones Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Stella Gitchos Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $58,025 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $514,568 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $572,593 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $87 |
| 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 | $581,765 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $30,000 |
| 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. | $75,933 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $4,556 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $183,689 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $22,479 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $50 |
| 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 | $107,412 |
| Advertising and promotion | $9,275 |
| Office expenses | $13,423 |
| Information technology | $10,333 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $6,349 |
| Travel | $835 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,629 |
| Interest | $604 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,334 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $480,601 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $360,473 |
| 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 | $170,351 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $530,824 |
| 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 | $71,492 |
| Total liabilities | $71,492 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $459,332 |
| 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 | $530,824 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Methow Valley Citizens Council has awarded $30,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
METHOW VALLEY ACTION FUND PURPOSE: To support lobbyist | $15,000 |
METHOW VALLEY ACTION FUND PURPOSE: General operating support | $15,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that Methow Valley Citizens Council has recieved totaling $264,855.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Resources Legacy Fund Sacramento, CA PURPOSE: LAND OR MARINE CONSERVATION, PROMOTION OF EDUCATION AND/OR HEALTHY COMMUNITIES | $92,000 |
Community Foundation Of North Central Washington Wenatchee, WA PURPOSE: VARIOUS PURPOSES AS APPROVED BY CFNCW BOARD | $57,581 |
The Seattle Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GIVE METHOW - FOR THE METHOW VALLEY CITIZENS COUNCIL; TO PROVIDE GENERAL SUPPORT | $45,750 |
Burning Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: WATERWISE PLANNING FOR THE METHOW VALLEY | $20,000 |
Icicle Fund Leavenworth, WA PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT | $20,000 |
Moccasin Lake Foundation wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Senior Housing Assistance Group Bellevue, WA | $19,510,014 | $47,584,757 |
Community Action Program Of East Central Oregon Pendleton, OR | $9,382,268 | $16,632,351 |
Oregon Tilth Inc Corvallis, OR | $12,782,768 | $8,290,953 |
Imagine Housing Bellevue, WA | $36,549,729 | $6,141,559 |
Methow Conservancy Winthrop, WA | $9,253,346 | $3,989,243 |
Prince William Sound Science & Technology Institute Cordova, AK | $5,032,306 | $5,215,853 |
Washington School Principals Education Foundation Olympia, WA | $3,806,906 | $3,536,582 |
Jefferson Community Counseling Center Port Townsend, WA | $5,278,347 | $5,449,452 |
Kitsap Residences Port Orchard, WA | $1,679,971 | $3,557,109 |
Community Energy Project Inc Portland, OR | $1,061,487 | $2,605,848 |
Society Of St Vincent De Paul Medford, OR | $6,077,176 | $3,200,151 |
Bristol Bay Native Corporation Education Foundation Anchorage, AK | $34,167,034 | $3,535,334 |