NonprofitsEarthplace The Nature Discovery Center Inc

Environment

Earthplace The Nature Discovery Center Inc

WESTPORT, CT

Total revenue

$5.2M

Total expenses

$3.8M

Net assets

$6.5M

Grants received

$1.5M

60 grants

EIN

060740523

Tax year

2023

Mission

Dedicated to nature discovery and environmental learning through education, conservation and science.

Programs

12 programs

The harbor watch water quality monitoring program was founded in 1986. Since then, it has grown to include a state certified water quality laboratory, three research vehicles, and an award winning reputation. Its field and lab work follows epa approved quality assurance project plans. The goal of harbor watch is to: provide the people of connecticut with the data, knowledge, and field expertise necessary to safeguard our waterways, educate our communities about watershed issues, and train volunteers and student interns through hands-on research. Harbor watch has steadily expanded its geography from long island sound to ridgefield, and greenwich to stratford, working with town public works departments to help pinpoint the source of sewage leaks. Funding for the harbor watch program consists mostly of grants, corporate foundations and donations.

Expenses: $454K

At earthplace summer camp, we welcome campers of all abilities from ages 2-15. All enjoy an unspoiled, natural settingon the trails, by the pond, in the fields, or under the shade of our pine grove. Camps run in weekly sessions from mid-june through mid-august. Our staff is trained to ensure a safe and fun summer filled with adventure, friendships, and plenty of fresh air. With engaged staff and a ton of rotating nature-based activities, each week is sure to be a new and exciting experience for even the most frequent camper.

Expenses: $343K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other prog

Expenses: $99K

Other program

Expenses: $97K

Financials

FY 2023

Revenue

Contributions & grants$2.8M
Program service revenue$2.1M
Investment income$118K
Other revenue$133K
Total revenue$5.2M

Expenses

Grants paid
Salaries & benefits$2.8M
Fundraising$341K
Other expenses$942K
Total expenses$3.8M
Total assets$7.7M
Net assets$6.5M

People

13 listed

NameRoleCompensation

ANTHONY MCDOWELL

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Board

$179K

40 hrs/wk

ARIEL DUNNE

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

PEGGY S BUD

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

AMY OVERMAN

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

EMILY ZOBL

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

ELIZABETH SACKSTEDER

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

DICK FERGUSON

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

JIM CORGEL

PAST CHAIR

Board

1 hrs/wk

ALLEN ROYCE

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

KENNETH BERNHARD

BOARD ATTORNEY

Board

1 hrs/wk

DIANA MASHIA

TRUSTEE

Board

1 hrs/wk

DENISE TAIT

CHAIR

Board

1 hrs/wk

A MORRIS TOOKER

VICE CHAIR TREASURER

Board

1 hrs/wk

Independent contractors

HALO AR

MUSEUM 3D PROJECT

$122K

Grants received

Showing 60 of 60

FromAmountPurposeYear
$40K
MICROBIAL SOURCE TRACKING PILOT PROJECT AND EDUCATOR
2024
$10K
General & Unrestricted
2024
$10K
General & Unrestricted
2024
$10K
General & Unrestricted
2024
$10K
Annual Payment on Capital Campaign Pledge
2024
$10K
GRANTS RECOMMENDED BY DAF & FOR WATER QUALITY MONITORING
2024
$5K
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT
2024
$1K
Special Fund to Feed the Birds of Prey
2024
$500
Harbor Watch
2024
$250
Charitable Event
2024
$103K
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS
2023
$81K
IMPROVING WATER QUALITY MANAGEMENT OF LONG ISLAND
2023
$13K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2023
$12K
GRANT TO SUPPORT HARBOR WATCH PROGRAM
2023
$10K
General & Unrestricted
2023
$8K
SEE TISBEST MISSION
2023
$8K
CT SUMMER AT THE MUS
2023
$8K
GENERAL - ANY SCT CA
2023
$5K
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT
2023
$1K
Charitable Event
2023
$500
Harbor Watch
2023
$168K
LONG ISLAND SOUND
2022
$75K
CT CULTURAL FUND OPE
2022
$19K
KIDS FREE SUMMER MUS
2022
$13K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2022
$12K
GRANT TO SUPPORT HARBOR WATCH
2022
$10K
GENERAL OPERATIONS
2022
$10K
First Installment on Capital Pledge Fund
2022
$10K
GENERAL SUPPORT
2022
$9K
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS
2022
$8K
SEE TISBEST MISSION
2022
$8K
GENERAL - ANY SCT CA
2022
$5K
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT
2022
$3K
MATCHING GIFTS
2022
$500
Harbor Watch Program
2022
$169K
CT CULTURAL FUND OPE
2021
$137K
CONSERVATION PROJECTS
2021
$18K
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS
2021
$8K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2021
$8K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2021
$8K
SUSTAINABLE WESTPORT
2021
$4K
General & Unrestricted
2021
$250
Harbor Watch program
2021
$57K
CONSERVATION PROJECTS
2020
$20K
FOR GENERAL SUPPORT.
2020
$18K
ENVIRONMENTAL AND ANIMALS
2020
$11K
For grant recipient's exempt purposes
2020
$6K
GRANT TO SUPPORT THE EXPANSION OF WATER QUALITY MONITORING SYSTEM
2020
$5K
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT
2020
$500
Harbor Watch Program
2020
$250
UNRESTRICTED GRANT
2020
$11K
VARIOUS CONSERVATION
2019
$2K
Harbor Watch Program
2019
$156K
Various Conservation Proj
2018
$1K
Harbor Watch Program
2018
$109K
Various Conservation Proj
2017
$10K
See TisBest mission.
2017
$7K
GRANT TO SUPPORT EXPANSION OF HARBOR WATCH'S WATER QUALITY MONITORING PROGRAM
2017

Funded by

$1.5M from 21 funders · 60 grants · 2017–2024

National Fish And Wildlife Foundation

$718K · 7 grants · 2017–2023

Connecticut Humanities Council Inc

$270K · 4 grants · 2021–2023

Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc

$149K · 4 grants · 2020–2023

Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund

$54K · 5 grants · 2020–2023

New Canaan Community Foundation Inc

$47K · 5 grants · 2017–2024

NewCity Foundation

$46K · 7 grants · 2021–2024

Jeniam Foundation

$40K · 1 grant · 2024

Tisbest Philanthropy

$26K · 3 grants · 2017–2023

Details

EIN060740523
NTEE codeC600
Subsection03
Ruling date1959-11
Formed1958
Employees113
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