Earthwatch Institute grants monetary and volunteer support to scientific field research and multi-cultural awareness efforts in human and wildlife communities. Findings are used to teach local residents how to improve their lives and livelihoods through sustainable business and development, inform state and local policy makers, and educate the organization's international volunteer force on their impact and responsibilities as global citizens. Educational programs for teachers and students aim to improve scientific literacy and environmental awareness, while strategic, academic, corporate and government partnerships strive to engage all sectors in long-lasting protection of natural and cultural resources.
For the year ended September 30, 2019, Earthwatch Institute's program expenses were:
Program services |
$6,422,748 |
Total Program Expenses: |
$6,422,748 |
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Chief Executive
Scott Kania, Chief Executive Officer
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Compensation*
$217,376
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Chair of the Board
Leisha John
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Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation
Americas Director of Environmental Sustainability, EY
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Board Size
10
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Paid Staff Size
31
*2018 compensation includes annual salary and, if applicable, benefit plans, expense accounts, and other allowances.
Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Grant proposals, Internet, Membership appeals, Planned giving arrangements
Fundraising costs were 4% of related contributions. (Related contributions, which totaled $6,437,317, are donations received as a result of fundraising activities.)
This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c) (3) of the Internal Revenue Code.It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.
The following information is based on Earthwatch Institute's audited financial statements for the year ended September 30, 2019.
Source of Funds |
Contributions from domestic volunteers |
$3,489,028 |
Gifts and grants |
$2,719,799 |
Contributions from overseas volunteers |
$206,233 |
Other |
$69,372 |
Donated advertising |
$22,257 |
Investment income |
$16,167 |
Investment return, net |
$5,592 |
Total Income |
$6,528,448 |
- Programs: 84%
- Administrative: 13%
- Fundraising: 3%
Total Income |
$6,528,448 |
Program expenses |
$6,422,748 |
Fundraising expenses |
$280,979 |
Administrative expenses |
$971,399 |
Other expenses |
$0 |
Total expenses: |
$7,675,126 |
Income in Excess of Expenses |
$-1,146,678 |
Beginning Net Assets |
$4,427,692 |
Other Changes In Net Assets |
$0 |
Ending Net Assets |
$3,281,014 |
Total Liabilities |
$1,286,364 |
Total Assets |
$4,567,378 |
Note: According to Earthwatch Institute's audited financial statements for the year ended September 30, 2019, the organization received in-kind contributions totaling $22,257 in the form of donated advertising.