Sierra Club
- Assets
- $144.5m
- Revenue
- $152.1m
- Investments
- $18.5m
- Employees
- 1,022
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Founding
- 12/1968
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 94-1153307
Organization Overview
Sierra Club is located in Oakland, CA. The organization was established in 1968. 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, Sierra Club employed 1,022 individuals. This organization is the central organization for a national or regional group of organizations. Sierra Club is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Sierra Club generated $152.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.8% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $151.6m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 5.0% 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.
Since 2014, Sierra Club has awarded 413 individual grants totaling $8,304,892. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO EXPLORE, ENJOY, AND PROTECT THE WILD PLACES OF THE EARTH, PRACTICE & PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE USE OF THE EARTH'S ECOSYSTEMS & RESOURCES, EDUCATE & ENLIST HUMANITY TO PROTECT AND RESTORE THE QUALITY OF THE NATURAL & HUMAN ENVIRONMENT, USE ALL LAWFUL MEANS TO CARRY OUT THESE OBJECTIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SEE SCHEDULE O.
MEMBERSHIP: SUPPORT AND FUNDING OF 63 VOLUNTEER LED CHAPTERS AND APPROXIMATELY 361 GROUPS, AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF A BROAD-BASED VOLUNTEER MEMBERSHIP.
INFORMATION AND EDUCATION: CALENDAR & ONLINE STORE, SIERRA (THE ORGANIZATION'S MAGAZINE), COMMUNICATIONS GROUP INCLUDES PRINT AND NON-PRINT MEDIA ACTIVITIES AND DIGITAL STRATEGIES (MISSION IS TO ALIGN THE ONLINE ACTIVITIES AND TECHNOLOGICAL INVESTMENTS WITH THE BROADER STRATEGY AND SUCCESS OF THE ORGANIZATION).SIERRA MAGAZINE: PUBLISHED 5 ISSUES PER YEAR WITH AN AVERAGE PRINT RUN IN EXCESS OF 600,000 MAGAZINES.CALENDAR & ONLINE STORE: OFFERED SIERRA CLUB BRANDED MERCHANDISE ABOUT NATURE OR THE ENVIRONMENT FOR SALE DIRECTLY TO THE PUBLIC AND OTHER RESELLERS.
OUTDOOR ACTIVITIES INCLUDES NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL AND INSPIRING CONNECTIONS OUTDOORS PROGRAMS. SIERRA CLUB REOPENED SOME ACTIVITIES IN JULY 2021 WITH THE GOAL TO RAMP UP THE NUMBER OF OFFERINGS. FROM JULY 1, 2021 TO DECEMBER 3, 2021 THE NATIONAL OUTINGS PROGRAM RAN 113 DOMESTIC TRIPS AND 3 INTERNATIONAL TRIPS WITH 1,183 PARTICIPANTS TOTAL; THE INSPIRING CONNECTIONS OUTDOORS INCLUDED 64 TRIPS WITH 924 YOUTH AND ADULT PARTICIPANTS; LOCAL CHAPTERS AND GROUPS ORGANIZED ABOUT 2,000 OUTINGS WITH APPROXIMATELY 30,000 PARTICIPANTS. THE MILITARY OUTDOORS PROGRAM NUMBERS ARE INCLUDED IN THE LOCAL OUTINGS.CHAPTER ALLOCATIONS: TO SUPPORT ACTIVITIES OF LOCAL CHAPTERS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michael Brune Executive Director (thru 12/31/21) | Officer | 50 | $497,084 |
Maggie Kash Chief Of Comm (thru 10/1/21) | 50 | $287,768 | |
Eva Hernandez-Simmons Managing Director | Officer | 50 | $258,550 |
Lucy Mayo Deputy Executive Director | Officer | 50 | $248,104 |
Jennifer Trahan Chief Operat. Officer (thru 12/1/21) | Officer | 50 | $240,897 |
Deepa Kunapuli Director Of Digital Strategies | 50 | $230,155 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Synapse Energy Economics Inc Economic Technical Expert | 12/30/21 | $792,498 |
Sd&a Teleservices Inc Telemarketing | 12/30/21 | $536,500 |
Mail Services Llc Printing & Mailing | 12/30/21 | $661,995 |
Marketeam Llc Marketing | 12/30/21 | $1,582,565 |
Prodege International Holdings Llc Digital Marketing | 12/30/21 | $590,775 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $20,807,400 |
| Fundraising events | $1,869 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $128,060,280 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $1,295,311 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $148,869,549 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,955,762 |
| Investment income | $1,137,200 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $487,375 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$4,113,883 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$1,500 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $1,009,268 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $152,093,074 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,051,854 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $6,000 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,658,347 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $1,422,671 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $74,942,581 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $2,798,549 |
| Other employee benefits | $8,975,752 |
| Payroll taxes | $5,853,671 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,714,200 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $345,641 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $600,929 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $1,418,916 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $237,200 |
| Fees for services: Other | $20,916,061 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,042,300 |
| Office expenses | $7,872,400 |
| Information technology | $1,339,749 |
| Royalties | $402,100 |
| Occupancy | $5,427,251 |
| Travel | $840,800 |
| 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 | $1,056,900 |
| Insurance | $1,383,600 |
| All other expenses | -$7,004,814 |
| Total functional expenses | $151,559,247 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $66,688,169 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $15,164,700 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $4,235,100 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $107,419 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $4,653,200 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,576,500 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $29,299,500 |
| Investments—other securities | $18,517,200 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $238,481 |
| Total assets | $144,480,269 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $19,085,400 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,924,599 |
| 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 | $21,909,000 |
| Total liabilities | $42,918,999 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $51,749,645 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $49,811,625 |
| 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 | $144,480,269 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Sierra Club has awarded $775,649 in support to 55 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Minneapolis, MN PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $48,000 |
Berkeley, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $44,999 |
Oroville, WA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $35,600 |
Winslow, AZ PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $34,500 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $24,900 |
Marion, NC PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL SUPPORT | $24,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Sierra Club has recieved totaling $13,150.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Makoff Family Foundation Santa Monica, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENT | $5,000 |
Arctica And Abbey Foundation Kalamazoo, MI PURPOSE: SEE RECIPIENT'S STATEMENT OF PURPOSE | $3,000 |
Carl Bach Trust Two Uw Los Angeles, CA PURPOSE: TO ASSIST ORGANIZATION IN ACCOMPLISHING ITS GOALS | $2,000 |
Page And George Bradham Family Foundation Denver, NC PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSE SUPPORT | $1,500 |
Lomax Family Foundation Arden, NC PURPOSE: CHARITY | $700 |
Bccat Family Foundation Inc Reeds Spring, MO PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENT | $500 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $37,048,700 |
| Earnings | $6,351,800 |
| Net Contributions | $1,348,100 |
| Other Expense | $1,650,000 |
| Ending Balance | $43,098,600 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Sierra Club Oakland, CA | $144,480,269 | $152,093,074 |
Earthjustice San Francisco, CA | $276,651,694 | $135,320,966 |
Treepeople Inc Beverly Hills, CA | $17,069,704 | $11,249,621 |
Vote Solar Oakland, CA | $16,151,293 | $12,907,354 |
Environmental Health Coalition National City, CA | $7,564,725 | $7,453,552 |
Pacific Fishery Management Council Portland, OR | $2,196,214 | $4,638,236 |
Asian Pacific Environmental Network Oakland, CA | $12,633,098 | $11,444,526 |
Sustainable Conservation San Francisco, CA | $6,782,087 | $5,230,579 |
Communities For A Better Environment Huntington Park, CA | $5,907,151 | $4,750,010 |
Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide Eugene, OR | $8,148,720 | $5,480,543 |
Save The Bay Oakland, CA | $4,624,689 | $4,547,516 |
Building Decarbonization Coalition Petaluma, CA | $1,753,151 | $3,989,599 |