The Energy Foundation
- Assets
- $101.9m
- Revenue
- $125.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 80
- Location
- San Francisco, CA
- Founding
- 03/1991
- Data as of
- 12/2019
- EIN
- 94-3126848
Organization Overview
The Energy Foundation is located in San Francisco, CA. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (T20) the organization is classified as: Private Grantmaking Foundations, under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. As of 12/2019, Energy Foundation employed 80 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations.
For the year ending 12/2019, Energy Foundation generated $125.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $122.9m during the year ending 12/2019. While expenses have increased by 2.2% per year over the past 5 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 2015, Energy Foundation has awarded 1,544 individual grants totaling $307,924,796. 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
2019
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO SECURE A CLEAN AND EQUITABLE ENERGY FUTURE TO TACKLE THE CLIMATE CRISIS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
IN 2019, THE ENERGY FOUNDATION GRANTED TO ORGANIZATIONS AND INSTITUTIONS THAT, THROUGH EDUCATION AND ANALYSIS, MADE GAINS IN THE TRANSITION TO A CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY. ACHIEVEMENTS INCLUDED (BUT WERE NOT LIMITED TO) THE ADOPTION OF STRONGER BUILDING CODES AND APPLIANCE EFFICIENCY STANDARDS, CLEAN VEHICLE GROWTH, THE ADVANCEMENT OF RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES, PROGRESS IN LOW-CARBON GROWTH PLANNING, THE DEVELOPMENT OF SUSTAINABLE CITIES, AND AN INCREASE IN THE EFFICIENCY OF ENERGY-INTENSIVE ENTERPRISES.
IN ORDER TO SUPPORT ITS GRANT MAKING IN CHINA, THE ENERGY FOUNDATION'S EXPENDITURES IN 2019 INCLUDED THE SALARY AND BENEFITS OF 45 STAFF MEMBERS, OFFICE RENTAL, EQUIPMENT CHARGES AND OTHER EXPENSES RELATED TO MAINTAINING THE FOUNDATION'S BEIJING PROGRAM OFFICE. THE FOUNDATION ADMINISTERS THE ENERGY FOUNDATION CHINA, WHICH IN 2019 ADVANCED CHINA'S POLICY EFFORTS IN SEVEN SECTORS: TRANSPORTATION, INDUSTRY, LOW-CARBON ECONOMIC GROWTH, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT, LOW CARBON CITIES, CLEAN POWER, AND COMMUNICATIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Eric Heitz CEO (thru 1/11/2019) | OfficerTrustee | 0.02 | $469,977 |
Jason Mark CEO (starting 1/11/2019) | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $409,291 |
Jane Breyer Svp, Strategic Partnerships | Officer | 40 | $369,469 |
Barbara Wagner Former COO | 0 | $308,391 | |
Ji Zou CEO (starting 4/17/2019) | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $283,978 |
Curtis Seymour Vp, Programs | 40 | $261,398 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Bob T Johnson Organization Consulting | 12/30/19 | $480,327 |
Angela Bonarrigo & Associates Llc Coalition Support | 12/30/19 | $394,347 |
David Gardiner & Associates Llc Coalition Support | 12/30/19 | $371,610 |
Resource Media Communication Support | 12/30/19 | $1,324,195 |
Spake Media House Inc Communication Support | 12/30/19 | $655,987 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $125,233,077 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $2,000,000 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $125,233,077 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $230,150 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $91,148 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $125,609,558 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $62,592,039 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $17,418,742 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $3,135,545 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $383,589 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $5,565,106 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $796,748 |
| Other employee benefits | $1,212,166 |
| Payroll taxes | $606,483 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $246,042 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $97,640 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,608,319 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $383,412 |
| Information technology | $372,214 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $1,543,572 |
| Travel | $1,052,113 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $595 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $59,009 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $82,939 |
| Insurance | $54,392 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $122,866,523 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $81,437 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $78,268,533 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $21,663,883 |
| 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 | $1,396,125 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $90,156 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $382,866 |
| Total assets | $101,883,000 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,381,463 |
| Grants payable | $11,022,293 |
| 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 | $1,351,825 |
| Total liabilities | $15,755,581 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $22,620,474 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $63,506,945 |
| 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 | $101,883,000 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, The Energy Foundation has awarded $62,587,039 in support to 364 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
New York, NY PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $2,235,000 |
Lansing, MI PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,920,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,779,000 |
Montpelier, VT PURPOSE: TO PROMOTE EDUCATION AND ANALYSIS ON THE BENEFITS OF ENERGY EFFICIENT BUILDINGS AND TO ADVANCE CLEAN FUELS AND ENERGY EFFICIENCY. TO PROMOTE EDUCATION AND ANALYSIS TO ADVANCE CLEAN, AFFORDABLE ENERGY THAT PROTECTS PUBLIC HEALTH. TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,233,000 |
Boulder, CO PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,159,500 |
San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT EDUCATION AND OUTREACH TO BUILD A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE | $1,000,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that The Energy Foundation has recieved totaling $40,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Branson Family Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | $20,000 |
Branson Family Foundation Los Altos, CA PURPOSE: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION | $20,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
David And Lucile Packard Foundation Los Altos, CA | $7,969,450,311 | $583,512,886 |
Gordon E And Betty I Moore Foundation Palo Alto, CA | $7,171,712,288 | $420,429,327 |
Chan Zuckerberg Initiative Foundation Palo Alto, CA | $5,513,014,582 | $130,867,530 |
Dr Miriam And Sheldon G Adelson Las Vegas, NV | $216,107,505 | $79,449,712 |
The Heising-Simons Foundation Los Altos, CA | $592,364,420 | $130,276,952 |
The Energy Foundation San Francisco, CA | $101,883,000 | $125,609,558 |
Gerson Bakar Foundation San Francisco, CA | $820,628,561 | $470,431,818 |
Helen And Sanford Diller Family Foundation San Mateo, CA | $0 | $103,100,333 |
Koum Family Foundation Menlo Park, CA | $1,835,620,491 | $59,731,479 |
Knight Foundation Beaverton, OR | $2,272,552,214 | $887,142,889 |
The Eric And Wendy Schmidt Fund For Strategic Innovation Palo Alto, CA | $585,768,391 | $128,642,441 |
Shimon Ben Joseph Foundation San Francisco, CA | $1,342,598,467 | $238,519,173 |