Ecology Project International
- Assets
- $4.1m
- Revenue
- $862.2k
- Investments
- $150.0k
- Employees
- 42
- Location
- Missoula, MT
- Founding
- 12/2001
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 91-2163952
Organization Overview
Ecology Project International is located in Missoula, MT. The organization was established in 2001. According to its NTEE Classification (C30) the organization is classified as: Natural Resources Conservation & Protection, under the broad grouping of Environment and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Ecology Project International employed 42 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Ecology Project International 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, Ecology Project International generated $862.2k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (27.0%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.4m during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (19.7%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
EPI OFFERS HANDS-ON SCIENCE EDUCATION, CONSERVATION IMPACT, AND CULTURAL EXCHANGE OPPORTUNITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MEXICO - EPI PARTICIPANTS MONITOR WHALE ACTIVITY IN THE SEA OF CORTEZ, COLLECT DATA ON GREEN SEA TURTLES IN MAGDALENA BAY, AND STUDY ISLAND AND INLAND ECOLOGY BOTH ON LAND AND IN THE SURROUNDING WATERS OF ESPIRITU SANTO ISLAND. EPI OPERATES A CAMPUS IN LA PAZ HOSTING VISITING AND LOCAL STUDENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
ECUADOR - IN THE GALAPAGOS, EPI PARTNERS WITH GALAPAGOS NATIONAL PARK SERVICE TO ENGAGE PARTICIPANTS IN CONSERVATION AND RESEARCH ON THE GIANT GALAPAGOS TORTOISE AND HABITAT RESTORATION. ON THE MAINLAND, EPI SUPPORTS SPECTACLED BEAR AND AMAZON JUNGLE RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION.
PACUARE RESERVE, COSTA RICA - EPI MANAGES A 2,600-ACRE COASTAL LOWLAND RAINFOREST RESERVE THAT CONTAINS A RESEARCH STATION, LODGING FOR STAFF, STUDENTS, AND VISITORS, TRAILS, AND 5 KILOMETERS OF CRITICAL SEA TURTLE NESTING HABITAT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Brant Warren Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $92,809 |
Stephen Simpson Finance Director | Officer | 40 | $62,679 |
Aaron Hirsh Chair | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Lynn Price Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Trent Baker Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Steve Anderson Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $184,763 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $611,858 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $130,271 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $796,621 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $21,670 |
| Investment income | $2,834 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $21,118 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $5,678 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $771 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $862,174 |
| 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. | $54,484 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $10,906 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $509,434 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $4,475 |
| Other employee benefits | $49,749 |
| Payroll taxes | $56,888 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $657 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $9,430 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $218,892 |
| Advertising and promotion | $6,660 |
| Office expenses | $6,009 |
| Information technology | $24,415 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $34,321 |
| 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 | $66,925 |
| Insurance | $13,840 |
| All other expenses | $39,030 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,374,166 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,124,585 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $270,547 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,127,528 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $231 |
| 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 | $6,363 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,425,886 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $149,957 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $5,588 |
| Total assets | $4,110,685 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $51,318 |
| Grants payable | $480,684 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,251,495 |
| 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 | $404,352 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $16,588 |
| Total liabilities | $2,204,437 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $836,017 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,070,231 |
| 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 | $4,110,685 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 16 grants that Ecology Project International has recieved totaling $557,727.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
M J Murdock Charitable Trust Vancouver, WA PURPOSE: COMMUNICATIONS AND MARKETING STAFF POSITIONS | $205,000 |
Houston Zoo Inc Houston, TX PURPOSE: Galapagos Educational Program | $106,500 |
Edward L Anderson Jr Foundation Inc Davis, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL | $77,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS | $42,000 |
Foundation To Decrease World Suck Missoula, MT PURPOSE: Operating Funds | $27,653 |
The William H And Margaret M Wallace Foundation Missoula, MT PURPOSE: OPERATIONS | $22,349 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Idaho Conservation League Inc Boise, ID | $7,842,765 | $3,577,511 |
Yellowstone To Yukon Conservation Initiative Bozeman, MT | $4,186,486 | $3,419,566 |
Muley Fanatic Foundation Of Wyoming Inc Green River, WY | $1,477,626 | $2,243,158 |
Wildland Firefighter Foundation Boise, ID | $4,563,249 | $2,968,585 |
Ecology Project International Missoula, MT | $4,110,685 | $862,174 |
Home Resource Missoula, MT | $3,240,079 | $1,256,759 |
Headwaters Resource Conservation And Development Area Inc Butte, MT | $5,696,045 | $1,614,818 |
Montana Association Of Conservation Districts Helena, MT | $835,726 | $1,085,544 |
Heart Of The Rockies Initiative Missoula, MT | $464,680 | $1,215,140 |
Montana Audubon Helena, MT | $3,168,959 | $1,979,314 |
Swan Valley Connections Condon, MT | $1,175,459 | $1,074,334 |
Bitter Root Resource Conservation And Development Area Incorporated Hamilton, MT | $214,191 | $828,659 |