Futurewise
- Assets
- $548.6k
- Revenue
- $1.3m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 15
- Location
- Seattle, WA
- Founding
- 07/1995
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 91-1539831
Organization Overview
Futurewise is located in Seattle, WA. The organization was established in 1995. According to its NTEE Classification (C01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Futurewise employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Futurewise 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, Futurewise generated $1.3m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.0m 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
FUTUREWISE WORKS THROUGHOUT WASHINGTON STATE TO ENCOURAGE HEALTHY, EQUITABLE AND OPPORTUNITY-RICH COMMUNITIES, AND TO PROTECT OUR MOST VALUABLE FARMLANDS, FORESTS AND WATER RESOURCES THROUGH WISE LAND USE POLICIES AND PRACTICES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FUTUREWISE ADVOCATES FOR LOCAL PLANNING AND LAND USE POLICIES ACROSS THE STATE. IN 2021, FUTUREWISE HELPED FOUND AND BECAME THE BACKBONE STAFFING ORGANIZATION FOR THE EASTSIDE HOUSING ROUNDTABLE, A NEW COALITION OF BUSINESS, HOUSING AND SERVICE PROVIDERS, ENVIRONMENTAL AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS ADVOCATING FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN EAST KING COUNTY. WE COMPLETED A RIPARIAN DEMONSTRATION PROJECT IN PASCO TO SEED IMPROVED HABITAT ALONG THE MID-COLUMBIA. WE HIRED NEW STAFF TO LEAD LOCAL EFFORTS IN SPOKANE AND PORT ANGELES.
FUTUREWISE ADVOCATES TO IMPROVE PLANNING AND LAND USE POLICIES AT THE STATE LEVEL. IN 2021, FUTUREWISE SUCCESSFULLY ADVOCATED TO CREATE STRONGER STATE REQUIREMENTS THAT CITIES AND COUNTIES PLAN FOR AND ACCOMMODATE THE HOUSING NEEDS OF ALL INCOME LEVELS. OUR ADVOCACY ALSO LED TO REQUIREMENTS FOR AN ASSESSMENT OF RACIAL DISPARATE IMPACTS OF LOCAL POLICIES THAT HAVE LED TO EXCLUSION AND/OR DISPLACEMENT AND ACTIVE MEASURES TO UNDUE THOSE HARMS ON COMMUNITIES OF COLOR. FINALLY, THIS NEW PACKAGE OF POLICIES ALSO LIMITS LOCAL GOVERNMENTS ABILITY TO RESTRICT THE PLACEMENT OF EMERGENCY HOUSING AND EMERGENCY SHELTER.
FUTUREWISE APPEALS LOCAL PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT REGULATIONS THAT HARM THE ENVIRONMENT, FARMLAND, AND COMMUNITIES AND VIOLATE STATE LAW. IN 2021, FUTUREWISE SETTLED AN APPEAL OF PIERCE COUNTYS CENTERS AND CORRIDORS PLAN COVERING 50,000 ACRES AND 200,000 PEOPLE. THE APPEAL ENSURED THAT INCREASED DENSITIES WERE CONNECTED TO DESIGNATED TRANSIT COMMUNITIES AND IMPROVED BUS SERVICES, THAT NEW CENTERS WERE PRIORITIZED FOR PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLE INVESTMENTS, AND THAT INDUSTRIAL LANDS AND FISH HABITAT WERE PROTECTED FROM LAND USE CHANGES. FUTUREWISE ALSO WON AN APPEAL OF KING COUNTYS WINERIES, BREWERIES, AND DISTILLERIES ORDINANCE THAT WILL PROTECT FARMLAND FROM LAND SPECULATION AND CONVERSION TO TASTING ROOMS AND ENTERTAINMENT VENUES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alex Brennan Executive Dir. | Officer | 40 | $97,000 |
Jennifer Decastro Bookkeeper | Officer | 40 | $21,869 |
Amalia Leighton President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
John Spencer Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Maricela Sanchez Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Ryan Ridings Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $87,123 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $404,707 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $823,477 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,315,307 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $130 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$13,551 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,305,577 |
| 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. | $127,463 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $40,105 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $438,652 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $85,171 |
| Payroll taxes | $43,406 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,843 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $204,484 |
| Advertising and promotion | $822 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $20,258 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $44,483 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $923 |
| Insurance | $3,704 |
| All other expenses | $18,318 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,040,021 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $463,956 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,516 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $65,816 |
| 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 | $10,615 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,384 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $4,331 |
| Total assets | $548,618 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $78,538 |
| 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 | $78,538 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $340,080 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $130,000 |
| 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 | $548,618 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 15 grants that Futurewise has recieved totaling $545,215.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Satterberg Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $125,000 |
Bullitt Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $100,000 |
Stolte Family Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: FUNDING FOR GENERAL CHARITABLE OPERATIONS | $50,000 |
Wyncote Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR ONGOING PROGRAMS | $50,000 |
Stolte Family Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: FUNDING FOR GENERAL CHARITABLE OPERATIONS | $50,000 |
Global Philanthropy Partnership Chicago, IL PURPOSE: URBAN MOBILITY | $45,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Pacific Fishery Management Council Portland, OR | $2,196,214 | $4,638,236 |
Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide Eugene, OR | $8,148,720 | $5,480,543 |
Washington Environmental Council Seattle, WA | $7,754,519 | $4,435,837 |
The Alaska Center Education Fund Anchorage, AK | $1,662,766 | $2,979,648 |
Conservation Nw Seattle, WA | $2,082,344 | $3,166,393 |
Toxic-Free Future Seattle, WA | $3,191,679 | $2,569,649 |
Oregon Environmental Council Inc Portland, OR | $3,218,749 | $1,966,081 |
Columbia Riverkeeper Hood River, OR | $5,520,101 | $3,527,378 |
The Alaska Center Anchorage, AK | $805,016 | $2,011,969 |
1000 Friends Of Oregon Portland, OR | $5,758,271 | $1,960,937 |
Trustees For Alaska Anchorage, AK | $949,958 | $1,701,174 |
Palouse Clearwater Environmental Institute Incorporated Moscow, ID | $3,686,983 | $1,675,187 |