Highlands Biological Foundation Inc

EIN: 560634513 501(c)(3)

Highlands, NC

Total Revenue
$1,286,677
Total Expenses
$548,973
Total Assets
$4,186,217
Net Assets
$4,178,635
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1930
Legal Domicile
NC
Principal Officer
Tom Holmes
Phone
8285262221
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Highlands Biological Foundation Inc, founded in 1930, is a community nonprofit that reported $1.3M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 68% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $738K, a strong 57% operating margin.

Mission

To actively promote and support biological research and education in the Southern Appalachians.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $293,991 Revenue: $25,091

HBF hosts year-round environmental education programming at the Highlands Nature Center (part of the Highlands Biological Station) and throughout the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. In 2024, the Nature...

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HBF hosts year-round environmental education programming at the Highlands Nature Center (part of the Highlands Biological Station) and throughout the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau. In 2024, the Nature Center welcomed over 14,000 visitors - this represents over 14,000 opportunities to teach individuals how crucial the natural ecosystems of the Plateau are, especially for biodiversity, and inspire them to be good stewards of the natural world. The Nature Center attracts local and visiting families who seek nature-related programming and outdoor adventures. Many participate in HBFs highly anticipated nature camps and free, daily educational programs in the summer. HBFs Zahner Conservation Lectures bring in local and visiting adults seeking to learn from scientists, writers, artists, and more.

Program 2

Along with these Nature Center programs, HBF also travels throughout the community to provide Nature on the Go! outreach programs to hundreds of individuals across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau each...

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Along with these Nature Center programs, HBF also travels throughout the community to provide Nature on the Go! outreach programs to hundreds of individuals across the Highlands-Cashiers Plateau each year, all thanks to partnerships with local organizations.

Program 3

Additionally, HBF provides crucial funding for scientists and undergraduate/graduate students - residing at the Highlands Biological Station - to conduct research in the region - and ongoing...

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Additionally, HBF provides crucial funding for scientists and undergraduate/graduate students - residing at the Highlands Biological Station - to conduct research in the region - and ongoing operational support of the Station and Botanical Gardens.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,088,257
Program Service Revenue $25,091
Investment Income $149,900
Other Revenue $23,429
TOTAL REVENUE $1,286,677

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $121,832
Salaries & Benefits $198,886
Fundraising Expenses $91,444
Program Expenses $293,991
Other Expenses $228,255
TOTAL EXPENSES $548,973

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $1,286,677 $766,955 +0.7%
Expenses $548,973 $730,494 -0.2%
Net Income $737,704 $36,461 +19.2%
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Governance

Voting Members
28
Independent Members
28
Employees
6
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
5
$136,725
Total Directors
28
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Jamie Creola Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$57,292 $7,829 $65,121
Winter Gary Interim Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$66,780 $4,824 $71,604
John Mitchener President 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Tom Holmes Vice-President & Treasurer 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
David Martin Secretary 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Jennie Stowers Past President 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Bill Bush Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ruthie Edwards Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lori Heys Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Leslie Manning Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Drew Lanham Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Martha Stibbs Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jonnie Swann Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Cathy Jones Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Melanie Mauldin Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Frances Oakley Past President 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Vernon Skiles Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Linda Barlow Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lisa Dailey Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lindy Harrison Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jim Landon Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lisa Armstrong Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Karen Patterson Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Frank Langford Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Alex Smith Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Carol Stewart Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Robert Strickland Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Charles Tarver Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Keller Torrey Board Member 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Gayle Watkins Board Member 1.00
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 $1,286,677 $548,973 $4,186,217 $737,704
2023 $766,955 $730,494 $3,206,335 $36,461
2022 $547,149 $651,438 $3,029,933 $-104,289
2021 $508,751 $251,687 $3,494,713 $257,064
2021 $395,539 $544,171 $3,051,718 $-148,632
2020 $1,012,601 $1,490,397 $2,628,039 $-477,796
2019 $429,191 $1,169,185 $3,080,685 $-739,994
2018 $1,032,203 $396,551 $3,731,980 $635,652
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