SANTA YNEZ VALLEY BOTANIC GARDEN FOUNDATION INC

EIN: 261197733 501(c)(3) Environment

BUELLTON, CA

Total Revenue
$465,002
Total Expenses
$437,117
Total Assets
$315,357
Net Assets
$315,357
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2007
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
DEREK GLAS
Phone
8052455603
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

SANTA YNEZ VALLEY BOTANIC GARDEN FOUNDATION INC, founded in 2007, is a small nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $465K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue surged 30% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $437K left a modest 6% surplus.

Mission

The mission of the Santa Ynez Botanic Garden Foundation is to provide a unique, accessible and interactive environment, highlighting plants native to the Santa Ynez River Watershed. The garden will encourage community collaboration, forster new approaches to environmental education, and cultivate an appreciation of the natural world. As a source of inspriration and information, the garden will be a venue for arts and crafts, and a peaceful refuge for visitors of all ages.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $311,187 Revenue: $236,225

Holiday LightsThe Holiday Lights Festival was established to bring the community together and establish awareness of the garden as well as generate funds for improvements and upkeep of the garden and...

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Holiday LightsThe Holiday Lights Festival was established to bring the community together and establish awareness of the garden as well as generate funds for improvements and upkeep of the garden and its programs. It was also developed to help benefit other local non-profit organizations and local vendors during the festival.

Program 2
Expenses: $79,136 Revenue: $2,500

Native GardenThe upkeep & maintenance of the garden allows visitors to learn about native plants in an interactive & educational environment. The garden demonstrates native landscaping for visitors...

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Native GardenThe upkeep & maintenance of the garden allows visitors to learn about native plants in an interactive & educational environment. The garden demonstrates native landscaping for visitors to see. The ongoing development of the garden furthers the mission of the foundation and encourages the public to engage in the space.

Program 3
Expenses: $8,838 Revenue: $4,665

CLASSES & WORKSHOPSOUR WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES WERE ALL ATTENDED BY LOCAL YOUTH AND SCHOOL GROUPS PROVIDING EDUCATION ABOUT NATURE AND LOCAL NATIVE PLANTS WHILE ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY AND YOUTH IN...

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CLASSES & WORKSHOPSOUR WORKSHOPS AND CLASSES WERE ALL ATTENDED BY LOCAL YOUTH AND SCHOOL GROUPS PROVIDING EDUCATION ABOUT NATURE AND LOCAL NATIVE PLANTS WHILE ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY AND YOUTH IN NATURE.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $221,521
Program Service Revenue $243,390
Investment Income $91
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $465,002

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $20,000
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $399,161
Other Expenses $417,117
TOTAL EXPENSES $437,117

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $465,002 $356,424 +0.3%
Expenses $437,117 $398,351 +0.1%
Net Income $27,885 $-41,927 -1.7%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
9
Independent Members
9
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
40

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
4
$20,000
Total Directors
9
$20,000
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
DEREK GLAS President 15.00
Officer Director
$20,000 $0 $20,000
EVA POWERS Board Member 15.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
PUCK ERICKSON LOHNAS Founder 4.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JOSH KINDERVATER Treasurer 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
HEATHER WEHNAU Horticulture 4.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
AARON LIGGETT Board Member 4.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
JULIO CARRILLO Board Member 4.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
LAURA NEWMAN Board Member 4.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DENISE JOHNS Secretary 4.00
Officer 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
2025 $465,002 $437,117 $315,357 $27,885
2024 $356,424 $398,351 $287,483 $-41,927
2023 $407,399 $344,473 $329,410 $62,926
2022 $368,486 $209,104 $266,484 $159,382
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