Western Growers Assn
- Assets
- $76.1m
- Revenue
- $13.4m
- Investments
- $3.9m
- Employees
- 27
- Location
- Irvine, CA
- Founding
- 12/1944
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 95-1362030
Organization Overview
Western Growers Assn is located in Irvine, CA. The organization was established in 1944. According to its NTEE Classification (S41) the organization is classified as: Chambers of Commerce & Business Leagues, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Western Growers Assn employed 27 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Western Growers Assn is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Western Growers Assn generated $13.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (3.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $6.6m during the year ending 06/2021. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Western Growers Assn has awarded 31 individual grants totaling $834,500. 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
WESTERN GROWERS ASSOCIATION'S MISSION IS TO ENHANCE COMPETITIVENESS AND PROFITABILITY OF MEMBERS AND LEAD THE PRODUCE INDUSTRY TOWARD A HEALTHY, SUSTAINABLE AND PROFITABLE FUTURE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
IT IS WESTERN GROWERS' VISION TO GUIDE OUR MEMBERS TOWARD A HEALTHY, SUSTAINABLE AND PROFITABLE FUTURE BY OFFERING QUALITY SERVICES AND PROGRAMS THAT COMPLEMENT THEIR BUSINESSES. TO ACCOMPLISH THIS, WESTERN GROWERS HAS PROVIDED OUR MEMBERS WITH A UNITED AND STRONGER VOICE IN THE LEGISLATION ARENA BOTH IN STATE AND FEDERAL LEVEL DEALING WITH ISSUES SUCH AS FOOD SAFETY, TRACEABILITY, WATER, IMMIGRATION, ENVIRONMENTAL, CROP PROTECTION, SUSTAINABILITY, INTERNATIONAL TRADE AND TRANSPORTATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Dennis Nuxoll VP - Fed. Gov't Affairs | 40 | $259,708 | |
Jason Resnick Sr. VP And General Counsel | Officer | 30 | $223,805 |
Matthew Allen Vp- State Gov't Affairs | 40 | $142,884 | |
Gail Delihant Sr Dir - Ca Gov't Affairs | 40 | $138,370 | |
DE Ann Davis Sr. Vp, Science | 40 | $135,447 | |
Cory Lunde Sr. Dir, Strat Init & Comms | 30 | $104,604 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Labormex Llc H2a Services | 6/29/21 | $236,388 |
Western Growers Financial Services Investment Management Services | 6/29/21 | $165,000 |
Kahn Soares & Conway Llp Legislation Professional Services | 6/29/21 | $111,371 |
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 | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $4,538,504 |
| Investment income | $6,953,099 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $1,585,378 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $279,139 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $13,363,556 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $183,675 |
| 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. | $404,664 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $2,641,924 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $279,828 |
| Other employee benefits | $281,418 |
| Payroll taxes | $203,832 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $187,879 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $47,151 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $24,000 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $208,035 |
| Fees for services: Other | $802,999 |
| Advertising and promotion | $22,290 |
| Office expenses | $350,434 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $460,061 |
| Travel | $19,537 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $38,834 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $56,569 |
| Insurance | $69,650 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $6,612,111 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,000,610 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $8,415,272 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $438,868 |
| 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 | $274,490 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $73,843 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $61,437,950 |
| Investments—other securities | $3,891,000 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $601,527 |
| Total assets | $76,133,560 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $919,433 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $640,878 |
| 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 | $477,508 |
| Total liabilities | $2,037,819 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $74,095,741 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $76,133,560 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Western Growers Assn has awarded $156,500 in support to 4 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Davis, CA PURPOSE: POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION | $125,000 |
Watsonville, CA PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTION | $18,000 |
Washington, DC PURPOSE: CONTRIBUTION | $7,500 |
AGRI-PULSE PURPOSE: SPONSORSHIP | $6,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Western Growers Assn has recieved totaling $12,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Stanislaus Community Foundation Modesto, CA | | $12,000 |
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|---|---|---|
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Sag-Aftra & Industry Sound Recordings Distribution Fund Valley Village, CA | $48,142,351 | $13,604,136 |
Electric & Gas Industries Association Sacramento, CA | $14,735,713 | $15,175,016 |
American Pistachio Growers Fresno, CA | $11,494,323 | $15,365,842 |
National Council For Prescription Drug Programs Inc Scottsdale, AZ | $21,339,680 | $12,526,720 |
Travel Portland Portland, OR | $18,865,244 | $9,767,566 |
California Society Of Certified Public Accountants Burlingame, CA | $29,880,424 | $13,544,885 |
Scottsdale Convention And Vistors Bureau Inc Scottsdale, AZ | $8,006,659 | $12,242,411 |
Sustainable Apparel Coalition Inc Oakland, CA | $12,069,125 | $10,210,019 |
Portland Business Alliance Portland, OR | $2,909,182 | $8,830,293 |
California Certified Public Accountants Foundation Burlingame, CA | $12,236,942 | $9,436,468 |
California Life Sciences Association San Diego, CA | $8,698,147 | $9,649,305 |