EIN 14-1377504

Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
14
Year formed
1938
Most recent tax filings
2023-03-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
To foster knowledge of the practices and principles of the Biodynamic method of agrigculture, horticulture, and forestry in the north American continent and to advance the applications of this method through educational activities such as research, le...
Also known as...
Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association; Biodynamic Association
Total revenues
$682,242
2023
Total expenses
$759,354
2023
Total assets
$697,807
2023
Num. employees
14
2023

Program areas at Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

Movement buildingthe Biodynamic Demeter alliance convenes and connects the Biodynamic movement across local, regional, national, and international scales. The alliance is a leader in fostering collaboration and sharing among Biodynamic organizations and allies in the wider movements for healthy food and social transformation.
Biodynamic communications and outreach.the Biodynamic Demeter alliance is the primary hub for communications and outreach in the Biodynamic movement, helping thousands of people who are practicing and interested in biodynamics to connect to and learn from each other. We aim to communicate the powerful vision of biodynamics and the potential it holds for the earth, and to grow the community of Biodynamic farmers, ranchers, gardeners, and land stewards. The alliance publishes a biannual membership journal, a regular e-newsletter, online and print educational information, and a blog; exhibits at organic and regenerative agriculture conferences; and maintains robust websites that receive over 10,000 visitors per month.
Biodynamic education and trainingthe Biodynamic Demeter alliance offers hands-on, holistic, and innovative farmer training for aspiring Biodynamic farmers. The program is rooted in a diversity of exemplary farms, and trainees are connected across distance through dynamic, interactive online learning platforms. Beginning farmers seeking apprenticeships, as well as established farmers looking to learn and practice biodynamics, are welcome to apply. The u.s. Biodynamic conference brings together farmers, gardeners, educators, students, activists, entrepreneurs, and others interested in learning about biodynamics from across the united states and beyond. The five-day event includes inspiring speakers, workshops, hands-on opportunities, tastings, exhibits, community-building opportunities, and so much more - all showcasing the interrelated cultural, certification, and marketplace aspects that encompass Biodynamic agriculture in the us today.our online courses, webinars, and producer roundtables give farmers and gardeners the opportunity to learn from leading Biodynamic educators, delve deeply into the principles and philosophy of biodynamics, and build communities of support among peers.the Biodynamic scholarship fund serves farmers, aspiring farmers and others who want to learn about and develop their skills in biodynamics, but who lack the financial resources to participate in the educational opportunities they wish to pursue, allowing access to high-quality education and advising and connections with the Biodynamic community.
Building bridges and communitythe alliance works to broaden and deepen relationships, collaboration, and cross-cultural learning between Biodynamic, indigenous, and culturally-based agricultural communities across the americas. In addition, we help thousands of people every month, both online and offline, who are practicing and interested in biodynamics to connect and learn from one another through conversation salons, regional groups listings; online forums, calendar of events, Demeter Biodynamic farm and product directory, and Biodynamic Biodynamic directory for members; and the Biodynamic community facebook group.research our research program makes available the results of decades of research on biodynamics conducted to date through the Biodynamic research references portal, convenes researchers to foster collaboration, and supports emerging research projects and priorities to advance the understanding and presence of biodynamics.

Who funds Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Woodshouse FoundationTo Support the Organization's Mission$53,000
Geary Rimmer Vincent Wolf FoundationGeneral Use$10,000
Ladybug FoundationGeneral Operating Support$10,000
...and 5 more grants received

Personnel at Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

NameTitleCompensation
Sheila FosterExecutive Director$108,345
Rebecca BriggsCommunications and Outreach Director
Anthony MeccaDirector
Thea Maria CarlsonPast Executive Director$17,892
Majory HouseBoard Chair
...and 7 more key personnel

Financials for Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

RevenuesFYE 03/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$652,485
Program services$21,128
Investment income and dividends$1,918
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$4,431
Miscellaneous revenues$2,280
Total revenues$682,242

Form 990s for Biodynamic Demeter Allicance

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-032024-02-16990View PDF
2022-032023-02-09990View PDF
2021-032022-01-19990View PDF
2020-032021-04-12990View PDF
2019-032020-11-13990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s
Data update history
July 9, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $10,000 from Geary Rimmer Vincent Wolf Foundation
June 4, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
May 22, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
February 4, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $5,000 from Natural Health Research Foundation
December 28, 2023
Received grants
Identified 4 new grant, including a grant for $10,000 from Geary Rimmer Vincent Wolf Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsAgricultural programsCharities
Issues
Human servicesAgriculture
Characteristics
Provides scholarshipsTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
PO Box 557
East Troy, WI 53120
Metro area
Racine, WI
County
Walworth County, WI
Website URL
biodynamics.com/ 
Phone
(262) 649-9212
IRS details
EIN
14-1377504
Fiscal year end
March
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1938
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
K20: Agricultural Programs
NAICS code, primary
813312: Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
California AB-488 details
AB 488 status
Not Operating or In Process of Dissolving
Charity Registration status
Withdrawn
FTB status revoked
Not revoked
AG Registration Number
113920
FTB Entity ID
2128331
AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
2024-10-16
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