EIN 82-0525968

The Earthfire Institute

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
17
City
Driggs
State
Year formed
2000
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
The Earthfire Institute changes how people see and treat wildlife and nature through expanded programs in art, conservation, education, and wellness/spirituality. The Institute works with rescued native animals and thought leaders to positively impact society. Care is provided for 30 wild animals year-round under USDA and Idaho state fish and game license while also maintaining their shelter and facilities.
Total revenues
$2,575,281
2023
Total expenses
$866,932
2023
Total assets
$5,940,037
2023
Num. employees
17
2023

Program areas at The Earthfire Institute

Earthfire Institute provided care for rescued native wildlife by providing shelter, food, water, and veterinary care for 31 wild animals, 365 days of The year under licenses from The usda and Idaho state fish and game. Earthfire also performed maintenance of structures for bears, wolves, bison, coyotes, foxes, one cougar, one porcupine, and one bobcat; worked to improve habitats; provided essential enrichment; monitored their health and updated nutritional care based on latest research; and provided small mammal wildlife rehabilitation services for The state of Idaho.
Earthfire Institute continued to expand public access to their location by leading two hour guided visits focused on conservation, education, and wild animals. Earthfire hosted artists and photographers to assist with conservation efforts via art and other projects to further share our mission and conservation approach of reconnection ecology.
Earthfire Institute continued to improve increased web functionality, social media, written educational outreach, and informational print media. Earthfire sent over 4,500 e-newsletters every month and approximately 1,000 semi-annual printed magazines. Twelve educational presentations about our work were provided to national and global audiences via online organizations or in person conferences.

Who funds The Earthfire Institute

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
American Endowment FoundationAnimal-Related$650,000
Community Foundation of Jackson HoleGeneral Operating Support$63,584
The Chicago Community TrustGeneral Operating Support$60,000
...and 4 more grants received

Personnel at The Earthfire Institute

NameTitleCompensation
Jean SimpsonFounder and Professional Animal Handler
Susan B. Eirich, PhDExecutive Director$0
Heather HolcombDirector
Allan N BlitzChair and Vice President$0
R Dale PreatorTreasurer$0
...and 3 more key personnel

Financials for The Earthfire Institute

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$2,554,254
Program services$1,000
Investment income and dividends$20,702
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$-1,078
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$403
Total revenues$2,575,281

Form 990s for The Earthfire Institute

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-15990View PDF
2022-122023-11-15990View PDF
2021-122022-11-14990View PDF
2020-122021-11-15990View PDF
2019-122020-10-29990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s
Data update history
January 5, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
October 23, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $650,000 from American Endowment Foundation
October 23, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
July 14, 2024
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $63,584 from Community Foundation of Jackson Hole
January 7, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
Nonprofit Types
Social advocacy organizationsWildlife protection organizationsAnimal organizationsCharities
Issues
EducationAnimalsWildlifeEnvironment
Characteristics
State / local levelTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
Post Office Box 368
Driggs, ID 83422
County
Teton County, ID
Website URL
earthfireinstitute.org/ 
Phone
(208) 456-0926
IRS details
EIN
82-0525968
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2000
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
D34: Wildlife Sanctuary, Refuge
NAICS code, primary
813312: Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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