LIFETIDES INSTITUTE

EIN: 200000619 501(c)(3) Environment

RIDGELAND, SC

Total Revenue
$239,327
Total Expenses
$309,034
Total Assets
$259,320
Net Assets
$238,982
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2002
Legal Domicile
SC
Principal Officer
Anthony J Hooten Treasurer
Phone
8437265565
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

LIFETIDES INSTITUTE, founded in 2002, is a small nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $239K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue grew 15% year-over-year, indicating healthy expansion. Expenses of $309K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 29% operating deficit.

Mission

THE LIFETIDES INSTITUTE PROVIDES ADULT AND YOUTH EDUCATION PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE THE ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL HERITAGE OF THE LOWCOUNTRY REGION OF SOUTH CAROLINA. IT HOSTS ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAMS THROUGH ROAD SCHOLAR PROVIDING DIRECT EXPOSURE TO TIDAL MARSHLANDS AND ECOLOGICAL SYSTEMS AND THEIR ASSOCIATED PLANT AND ANIMAL HABITATS.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $0 Revenue: $102,877

Instructing adult participants about the identification life histories and ecology of bird species occurring in the Lowcountry region of South Carolina

Program 2
Expenses: $0 Revenue: $72,511

Instructing adult participants about the history food and techniques of barbecue in South Carolina and especially the Lowcountry region

Program 3
Expenses: $0 Revenue: $63,939

Instructing adult participants about how to safely kayak in the diverse range of habitats within the Lowcountry region of South Carolina

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $7,765
Program Service Revenue $231,535
Investment Income $27
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $239,327

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $70
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $309,034
Other Expenses $308,964
TOTAL EXPENSES $309,034

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $239,327 $207,334 +0.2%
Expenses $309,034 N/A N/A
Net Income $-69,707 $207,334 -1.3%
Key Indicators
✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✗ Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
6
Independent Members
6
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
2

Governance Policies

✗ Conflict of Interest Policy
✗ Whistleblower Policy
✗ Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

✗ Operated a School
✗ Operated a Hospital
✗ Provided First Class Travel
✗ Reported Conflict of Interest
✗ Reported Asset Diversion
✗ Excess Benefit Transaction
✗ Made Political Expenditures
✗ Engaged in Lobbying
✗ Operated Donor Advised Fund
✗ Maintained Art Collections
✗ Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
3
$46,400
Total Directors
6
$46,400
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
JOHN T HERRON CHAIR 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
JANIS SCHATZ VICE CHAIR 40.00
Officer Director
$26,500 $0 $26,500
ANTHONY J HOOTEN SECRETARY-TREASURER 40.00
Officer Director
$19,900 $0 $19,900
BEVERLY BISHOP TRUSTEE 0.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
STEVE CARTER TRUSTEE 0.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
STEVE CURLESS TRUSTEE 0.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $239,327 $309,034 $259,320 $-69,707
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