EIN 04-3839633

Sandy Springs Conservancy

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
0
State
Year formed
2001
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
Sandy Springs Conservancy creates, conserves, and connects parks, trails, and greenspace in Sandy Springs. Collaborating with civic partners, nonprofit organizations, and businesses in the community to achieve its mission. Charles Hoag runs the Conservancy, which is based in Atlanta, GA.
Total revenues
$95,311
2023
Total expenses
$82,862
2023
Total assets
$579,838
2023
Num. employees
0
2023

Program areas at Sandy Springs Conservancy

In 2023, the Sandy Springs Conservancy allocated more than 50,000 to advance projects that will provide outdoor enjoyment for the community for years to come. Specific actions include: creating a construction grant for the springway trail and improvements at abernathy greenway south. Funding and mobilizing volunteer workers for garden renovations at the Sandy Springs library. Working with boy scouts on an eagle scout project to install an information kiosk. Purchasing a large bicycle sculpture from a locally renowned artist that is sure to become a recognizable fixture on a key trail head. Ss Conservancy continued steering the implementation of the Sandy Springs trail master plan. Significant construction took place on the Sandy Springs trail master plan segment 2a. This segment will be a community catalyst for continued investment in and construction of our trail system. It is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2024. The Sandy Springs Conservancy pledged 30,000 for the construction of the next segment of the trail. Our 2023 trail blazer program brought close to 100 walkers to nine different parks in Sandy Springs, led by nine guides who shared their knowledge and expertise focused involvement includes: community representative for chattahoochee riverlands focused on increasing access via trails and new parks to the chattahoochee river. Participation in creating old riverside park with natural amenities along the river. Allen road park from 3 to 4.5 acres to enhance walking trails and playing fields.
Sandy Springs Conservancy educates: the Conservancy creates knowledge and enthusiasm for parks, trails, and greenspace. We encourage community involvement with our thought leaders dinner, park app, website, newsletters, and social media messaging. Social media presence expanded. Promote city of Sandy Springs and other local organizations, non-profits and events. Annual mailer, impact report 2023, sent at the beginning of december as a community educational tool and review of accomplishments. Thought leaders dinner with the theme of "a treasure that connects us". A panel of experts on our chattahoochee river discussed the future of recreational access, trails, and conservation related to the river. The audience of 160+ people learned that Sandy Springs has more than 20 miles of river flowing through it and six parks with river access. Community involvement through events, volunteering, interaction with the city of Sandy Springs, businesses and service organizations. We had two opportunities to share information about parks and trails at our city's farmers markets.
Sandy Springs Conservancy conserves and preserves: while actively involved with seeking, designing and negotiating property aquisitions for parks, trails and greenspace, we provide seed monies for research and planning new community assets. We hold 1/2 of our assets for future contributions towards additional trail segments, park acquisition or expansion, and for a pedestrian bridge across the chattahoochee river . These funds will also be deployed as the need for major construction funds are identified.

Who funds Sandy Springs Conservancy

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Georgia PowerMicro Projects Are Smaller Volunteer-Driven Activities Focusing on Enhancements/improvements in Our Parks. Our Plan Is for Those Living in Low-Income//Diverse Neighborhoods To Expand Parks and Develop Greenspace Serving Underserved Communities.$2,500
Georgia PowerMicro Projects Initiative$2,500
Epstein Family FoundationGeneral$450
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at Sandy Springs Conservancy

NameTitleCompensation
Marian MacLeod-ElliotTreasurer$0
Kristen RistinoOutreach and E$0
Doug MorganO and P Chair$0
Alex AllenDevelopment$0
Evan OttavianoSecretary$0
...and 11 more key personnel

Financials for Sandy Springs Conservancy

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$78,379
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$16,907
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$0
Miscellaneous revenues$25
Total revenues$95,311

Form 990s for Sandy Springs Conservancy

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-08-12990View PDF
2022-122023-05-15990View PDF
2021-122022-06-23990View PDF
2020-122021-09-13990View PDF
2019-122021-02-09990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s
Data update history
September 21, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 6 new personnel
December 26, 2023
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $20,000 from Northside Hospital
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 7, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
June 30, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsEnvironmental organizationsCharities
Issues
Land and water conservationEnvironment
Characteristics
State / local levelGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsNo full-time employeesAccepts online donations
General information
Address
227 Sandy Springs Pl D470
Atlanta, GA 30328
Metro area
Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta, GA
County
Fulton County, GA
Website URL
sandyspringsconservancy.org/ 
Phone
(678) 357-1174
IRS details
EIN
04-3839633
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2001
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
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