Coastal Quest

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Financial Vulnerability Assessment (Tuckman-Chang)

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Financial Trends

Organization Details

Formation Year

1999

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

Dr Tegan Hoffmann

Phone

5102105269

Tax Period

2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Coastal Quest, founded in 1999, is a community nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $3.3M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 6% compared to the prior year.

Mission

Coastal Quest (the Organization) is a nonprofit organization working collaboratively with partners to build resilient coastal communities in California. Our Mission is to accelerate solutions, building resilient coastal communities for people, nature, and the climate.Coastal Quest is committed to catalyzing positive change by placing communities at the forefront of climate resilience and adaptation efforts. By embracing the principles of community-driven solutions and public-private partnership, our organization aims to build a more sustainable and resilient future for coastal regions, where the strengths and voices of local communities are central to shaping and implementing effective solutions to the challenges posed by climate change and ensuring coastal ecosystems are sustained and provide the multiple benefits and value that communities care about.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $1,673,902 Revenue: $47,511

Resilient Coastal Communities and Governments. Coastal Quest collaborates with nonprofits, community organizations, local and state agencies, and other leaders to create equitable solutions that...

Resilient Coastal Communities and Governments. Coastal Quest collaborates with nonprofits, community organizations, local and state agencies, and other leaders to create equitable solutions that mitigate climate change impacts, enhance water quality, and support healthy coastal ecosystems. Through public-private partnerships and equity-driven approaches, Coastal Quest is developing replicable community resilience projects aligned with the values and priorities of affected communities. Coastal Quest's role involves identifying needs, opportunities, tools, and inclusive approaches at various scales. By developing, launching, and assessing scalable regional pilots focused on multi-benefit resilience, Coastal Quest accelerates solutions for climate-resilient communities.

Program 2

Expenses: $626,402 Revenue: $81,617

Protecting and Restoring Coastal Ecosystems.Globally, efforts are underway to reframe the role of coastal ecosystems in climate change mitigation and to protect 30% of land and oceans by 2030. There is a significant opportunity to better integrate coastal ecosystems as natural climate solutions, which can protect biodiversity, enhance water quality, and boost community resilience. These efforts align with the Biden Administrations 30x30 America the Beautiful Initiative and global targets. Coastal Quest collaborates with partners to drive the protection and restoration of coastal ecosystems, delivering blue carbon benefits and enhancing resilience to climate impacts. They serve as a hub for dialogues, sharing lessons, pilots, and best practices, providing technical assistance and funding, and fostering political will and public-private partnerships.

Program 3

Expenses: $593,537

Resilient Protected Areas and Parks. A United States executive order has prompted state and local governments to swiftly develop nature-based solutions to combat climate change. These solutions aim to sequester carbon, reduce pollution, restore wildlife habitats, and benefit communities. There is an opportunity to enhance climate-resilient parks and protected areas through federal, state, and local public-private partnerships, focusing on management, diversity, equity, and inclusion. Coastal Quest collaborates with partners to identify needs, secure funding, and provide support in navigating sub-granting, contracting, and hiring processes. They also lead community engagement efforts to create effective solutions for resilient natural resources, infrastructure, recreation, access, and cultural resources.

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Trantor Score

Financial Health Score (300–850) · Liquidity · Solvency · Sustainability · Efficiency

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

Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $3,112,661

Program Service Revenue $129,128

Investment Income $9,684

Other Revenue $1,850

TOTAL REVENUE $3,253,323

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $460,456

Salaries & Benefits $1,894,234

Fundraising Expenses $199,590

Program Expenses $2,910,018

Other Expenses $1,096,466

TOTAL EXPENSES $3,475,757

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2024	2023	Change
Revenue	$3,253,323	$3,466,050	-0.1%
Expenses	$3,475,757	$3,147,267	+0.1%
Net Income	$-222,434	$318,783	-1.7%

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

Independent Members

Employees

Volunteers

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

$221,954

Total Directors