Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens
- Assets
- $990.6k
- Revenue
- $741.6k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 25
- Location
- Goleta, CA
- Founding
- 12/1996
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 93-1213893
Organization Overview
Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens is located in Goleta, CA. The organization was established in 1996. According to its NTEE Classification (K25) the organization is classified as: Farmland Preservation, under the broad grouping of Food, Agriculture & Nutrition and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens employed 25 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens 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, Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens generated $741.6k 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 (3.9%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $696.8k 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
TO PRESERVE THE AGRICULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE 100-YEAR OLD FAIRVIEWFARM; PROVIDE THE LOCAL COMMUNITY WITH FRESH ORGANICALLY GROWN FRUITS AND VEGETABLES;DEMONSTRATE THE ECONOMIC VIABILITY OF SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURAL METHODS FOR SMALL FARM OPERATIONS; RESEARCH AND INTERPRET THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN FOOD, LAND STEWARDSHIP, AND COMMUNITY WELL-BEING; AND NURTURE THE HUMAN SPIRIT THROUGH EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC ACTIVITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE CENTER FOR URBAN AGRICULTURE AT FAIRVIEWGARDENS IS AN ORGANIC FARM THAT SERVES AS A LIVING LABORATORY AND PROVIDES COMMUNITY AND YOUTH EDUCATION. THESE PROGRAM SERVICES INCLUDE: -THE SPROUTS PROGRAM ALLOWS INFANTS AND TODDLERS, ALONGSIDE THEIR PARENTS OR GUARDIANS, TO EXPERIENCE THE JOY OF THE FARM THROUGH PLAY, STORYTELLING, ART, AND MUSIC. CHILDREN AND ADULTS DEVELOP LASTING CONNECTIONS TO THE NATURAL WORLD BY EXPLORING THE GARDEN USING ALL OF THEIR SENSES, ENJOYING A FARM FRESH SNACK, AND SPENDING TIME WITH THE FARM ANIMALS. -THE CARROT TOP ENRICHMENT PROGRAM PROVIDES PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTENSTUDENTS WITH AN OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE UNSTRUCTURED EXPLORATION IN THE GARDENAND OPEN-ENDED PLAY IN A FARM ENVIRONMENT WHILE MAKING FRIENDS AND BUILDINGCOMMUNITY. -FARM SCHOOL IS AN AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM DESIGNED FOR 1ST - 4TH GRADERS. STUDENTS ENGAGE WITH THE SEASONAL AND DAILY CYCLES OF THE FARM ENVIRONMENT AND DISCOVER THE BEAUTY AND WONDERS OF THE NATURAL WORLD. THROUGH HANDS-ONLEARNING, EDUCATIONAL GAMES, NATURE INSPIRED ART PROJECTS, STORIES, AND SONGS,STUDENTS BUILD CONNECTIONS TO THE FARM, THE NATURAL WORLD, AND THE COMMUNITY. -LOCAL SCHOOL PARTNERSHIPS FOR GRADES K-12 ENABLE US TO EXPAND OUR COMMITMENT TO TEACHING OUR YOUTH ABOUT THE NEXUS OF FOOD, AGRICULTURE, AND COMMUNITY. -THE HOMESCHOOL ON THE FARM PROGRAM PROVIDES YOUTH AN OPPORTUNITY TO CONNECT WITH EACH OTHER WHILE PARTICIPATING IN FARM AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION ACTIVITIES. -THE TEEN AGRICULTURAL INTERNSHIP CONNECTS TEENS TO THE PROCESS OF GROWING FOOD FROM SEED TO HARVEST. -SUMMER CAMPS RUN FROM JUNE THROUGH AUGUST IN IMMERSIVE WEEK-LONG SESSIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Jonathan Aimonetti Executive Director | Trustee | 40 | $74,888 |
Barry Tanowitz Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Heidi Jones Director | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Matt Buckmaster President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Dallas Chapman Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ellen Barger Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $3,400 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $120,481 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $326,970 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $57,481 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $450,851 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $284,499 |
| Investment income | $114 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $6,164 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $741,628 |
| 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. | $74,888 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $74,888 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $288,693 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $38,067 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $930 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $5,730 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,852 |
| Office expenses | $12,570 |
| Information technology | $4,442 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $21,391 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $1,364 |
| Interest | $1,387 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $41,267 |
| Insurance | $56,169 |
| All other expenses | $24,703 |
| Total functional expenses | $696,791 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $209,396 |
| 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 | $143 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $781,023 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $990,562 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,154 |
| 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 | $12,480 |
| Total liabilities | $18,634 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $971,928 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $990,562 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens has recieved totaling $150,108.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
The Mericos Foundation South Pasadena, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $90,000 |
Santa Barbara Foundation Santa Barbara, CA PURPOSE: AGRICULTURE, FOOD, NUTRITION | $25,000 |
Sprouts Healthy Communities Foundation Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: AFTER-SCHOOL, NATURE-BASED CURRICULUM THAT HELPS YOUTH AGES 4-17 UNDERSTAND FOOD SYSTEMS AND FARMING WHILE GAINING CULINARY EXPERIENCES. | $10,000 |
The Kirby-Jones Foundation Thousand Oaks, CA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $10,000 |
W W W Foundation South Pasadena, CA PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Patricia And Paul Bragg Foundation Santa Barbara, CA PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $5,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
National Preservation And Conservation Foundation Sonoma, CA | $33,434 | $18 |
Wehah Farm Inc Tax Exempt Trust For Welfare Benefits Richvale, CA | $0 | $1,993,831 |
Solano Land Trust Suisun City, CA | $78,555,975 | $7,560,397 |
Farmer Veteran Coalition Woodland, CA | $1,014,004 | $1,991,303 |
Ag Innovations Sebastopol, CA | $767,616 | $1,402,423 |
Coquille Watershed Association Coquille, OR | $556,451 | $1,233,200 |
Tri-Valley Conservancy Livermore, CA | $27,047,088 | $5,933,977 |
Center For Urban Agriculture At Fairview Gardens Goleta, CA | $990,562 | $741,628 |
Huerta Del Valle Ontario, CA | $301,652 | $467,617 |
Northcoast Regional Land Trust Bayside, CA | $2,900,124 | $682,865 |
Cascade Ranch Historic Farm Pescadero, CA | $1,942,260 | $225,000 |
Wild Farmlands Foundation Santa Barbara, CA | $69,171 | $0 |