EIN 91-1839907

Island Conservation

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
34
Year formed
1997
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
Description
Island Conservation restores islands by removing invasive species to prevent extinctions, protecting imperiled species and their habitats since 1994.
Total revenues
$11,919,491
2022
Total expenses
$8,358,485
2022
Total assets
$13,169,559
2022
Num. employees
34
2022

Program areas at Island Conservation

Conservation operations:invasive species are a leading cause of extinctions on islands and biodiversity loss globally. As the threats of extinction are highest on islands, so are our opportunities to save species at risk. Since 1994, we've protected 224 populations of 492 plant and animal species around the world by removing invasive species from islands. Island Conservation supports local Island communities' initiatives to improve livelihoods, manage invasive species, and reintroduce native animals and plant life. Through this, we foster sustainable development, climate resilience, and healthy Island marine ecosystems across the globe.
Conservation impact and innovation:to assess if Island restoration efforts are protecting imperiled species, Island Conservation monitors, measures and maps targeted species and their habitats before and after our Conservation intervention. Scientifically documenting the response of Island species and ecosystems also enables us to adjust and improve Island restoration strategies and tools. Island Conservation pursues innovative tools to prevent extinctions and protect Island communities, native species, coral reefs, and other nearshore ecosystems. We aim to increase the scope, scale, and pace of Island restoration projects globally.

Grants made by Island Conservation

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Advanced Conservation StrategiesGeneral Operating Support$274,211

Who funds Island Conservation

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
David and Lucile Packard FoundationSpecial Opportunities$3,000,000
National Philanthropic TrustEnvironment, Animals$1,075,000
David and Lucile Packard FoundationConservation and Science$1,000,000
...and 32 more grants received totalling $7,212,811

Personnel at Island Conservation

NameTitleCompensation
Karen PoianiChief Executive Officer$246,880
Heath PackardChief Philanthropy Officer$169,648
Sandra SottomanoDirector of Human Resources and Administration$103,530
Richard GriffithsHead of the Pacific$120,109
Rachel WadsworthPast Chief Philanthropy Officer / Interim Global Support Director and Director of Philanthropy / Interim Global Support Director and Director of / Director of Philanthropy$172,485
...and 15 more key personnel

Financials for Island Conservation

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$10,959,537
Program services$917,829
Investment income and dividends$19,225
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$-47,212
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$70,112
Total revenues$11,919,491

Form 990s for Island Conservation

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2022-122023-10-26990View PDF
2021-122022-11-15990View PDF
2020-122021-11-14990View PDF
2019-122021-04-02990View PDF
2018-122020-01-23990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s

Organizations like Island Conservation

OrganizationLocationRevenue
Conservation NorthwestSeattle, WA$3,902,297
Mighty EarthWashington, DC$4,633,896
Foundations of SuccessBethesda, MD$3,699,093
ManometManomet, MA$5,932,867
Massachusetts Audubon SocietyLincoln, MA$48,886,787
Forest Trends AssociationWashington, DC$12,349,215
New Jersey Audubon SocietyBernardsville, NJ$6,252,018
Climate Conservation -- Center for Large Landscape ConservaBozeman, MT$3,268,453
American Forest FoundationWashington, DC$11,289,683
American ForestsWashington, DC$24,269,126
Data update history
August 24, 2024
Received grants
Identified 6 new grant, including a grant for $272,952 from The Nature Conservancy
May 18, 2024
Received grants
Identified 16 new grant, including a grant for $3,000,000 from David and Lucile Packard Foundation
November 29, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
November 29, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 6 new personnel
October 26, 2023
Received grants
Identified 6 new grant, including a grant for $80,000 from March Conservation Fund
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsEnvironmental organizationsCharities
Issues
Land and water conservationEnvironment
Characteristics
Operates internationallyReceives government fundingTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
630 Water St
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Metro area
Santa Cruz-Watsonville, CA
County
Santa Cruz County, CA
Website URL
islandconservation.org/ 
Phone
(831) 359-4787
Facebook page
preventingextinctions 
Twitter profile
@noextinctions 
IRS details
EIN
91-1839907
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1997
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
C30: Natural Resources Conservation and Protection
NAICS code, primary
813312: Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
California AB-488 details
AB 488 status
May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
Charity Registration status
Current - Awaiting Reporting
FTB status revoked
Not revoked
AG Registration Number
107160
FTB Entity ID
2012314
AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
2024-10-16
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