Park County Environmental Council

EIN: 363699660 501(c)(3) Environment

Livingston, MT

Total Revenue
$931,730
Total Expenses
$897,697
Total Assets
$521,899
Net Assets
$521,899
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1989
Legal Domicile
MT
Principal Officer
Erica Lighthiser
Phone
4062220723
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Park County Environmental Council, founded in 1989, is a small nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $932K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Expenses of $898K left a modest 4% surplus.

Mission

PCEC works with our community to safeguard the land, water, wildlife, and people of Yellowstone's northern gateway through grassroots organizing and community advocacy.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $409,571

Healthy EcosystemsWe protect and advocate for wildlands, water and wildlife in this one-of-a-kind natural and cultural landscape for future generations. Our efforts have preserved 30,000 acres from...

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Healthy EcosystemsWe protect and advocate for wildlands, water and wildlife in this one-of-a-kind natural and cultural landscape for future generations. Our efforts have preserved 30,000 acres from mining and prevented 17,300 acres from oil and gas leasing near Livingston and the Absaroka Beartooth Wilderness. In 2024 we fought a successful campaign to protect Park Countys growth policy, preserving our ability to create local land-use policies to guide development. We've advocated for wildlife protection, including limiting Yellowstone wolf hunts and promoting bear coexistence in Park County and Livingston. Engaging thousands, we support the conservation of grizzlies, bison, wolves, bees and more.

Program 2
Expenses: $248,503

Thriving CommunitiesWe work with residents to implement proactive community policies, and carbon emissions reductions projects so the people of Park County have a safe, healthful home and the...

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Thriving CommunitiesWe work with residents to implement proactive community policies, and carbon emissions reductions projects so the people of Park County have a safe, healthful home and the opportunity to thrive in a changing climate. Through education, outreach, and grassroots efforts, we bolster civic engagement and garner support for local initiatives that mitigate greenhouse gas emissions and enhance community resilience. Engaging decision-makers at all levels, our work has shaped progressive growth policies in the City of Livingston, added nearly 300 trees to diversify our urban forests and resulted in solar installations in public schools. These efforts prioritize smart growth principles, climate resilience, downtown revitalization, and eco-friendly infrastructure.

Program 3
Expenses: $69,279

Conservation LeadershipPCEC aims to build a local environmental movement that is equitable, inclusive and diverse. PCEC supports leaders and elevates the voices of underrepresented people that are...

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Conservation LeadershipPCEC aims to build a local environmental movement that is equitable, inclusive and diverse. PCEC supports leaders and elevates the voices of underrepresented people that are often the most impacted by environmental threats. We work with all people to share knowledge, access, and tools to participate in local decision-making and advocacy. Our programs cultivate new leaders via internships, AmeriCorps, and volunteer opportunities, many of whom now serve on local boards or in elected positions. The Park High Green Initiative, Youth Climate Summit and the Crazy Mountains Oral History Project are a few of the many initiatives that have emerged from this engagement.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $901,882
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $12,966
Other Revenue $16,882
TOTAL REVENUE $931,730

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $671,901
Fundraising Expenses $42,612
Program Expenses $727,353
Other Expenses $225,796
TOTAL EXPENSES $897,697

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $931,730 $953,522 0.0%
Expenses $897,697 $964,989 -0.1%
Net Income $34,033 $-11,467 -4.0%
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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
8
Independent Members
8
Employees
10
Volunteers
350

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
7
$266,814
Total Directors
8
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Max Hjortsberg Managing Dir. 40.00
Officer
$93,904 $25,030 $118,934
Erica Lighthiser Managing Dir. 40.00
Officer
$94,309 $24,189 $118,498
Michelle Uberuaga Past Exec. Dir. 40.00
Officer
$26,261 $3,121 $29,382
Joseph Dorn Board Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Karen Cochran Board Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Nelson King Board Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Shiloh Hernandez Board Member 2.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Wendy Riley President 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Seabring Davis Vice President 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Kelly Niles Secretary 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Lucinda Reinold Treasurer 2.00
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
2024 $931,730 $897,697 $521,899 $34,033
2023 $953,522 $964,989 $487,866 $-11,467
2022 $802,340 $782,379 $499,981 $19,961
2021 $729,121 $510,813 $495,801 $218,308
2020 $612,314 $425,934 $275,640 $186,380
2018 $308,430 $360,808 $88,626 $-52,378
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