MASA Seed Foundation

EIN: 832720985 501(c)(3) Education

Boulder, CO

Total Revenue
$689,121
Total Expenses
$695,846
Total Assets
$147,356
Net Assets
$-104,935
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2018
Legal Domicile
CO
Principal Officer
Richard Pecoraro
Phone
3034449642
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

MASA Seed Foundation, founded in 2018, is a small nonprofit in the Education sector that reported $689K in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue surged 33% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum.

Mission

To enable a thriving, climate-resilient food system in the Colorado Front Range through ecological restoration, community food access, agricultural education, and regional seed stewardship.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $631,133

During the 2025 tax year, MASA Seed Foundation advanced its mission to build a regenerative and equitable regional food system through the following primary achievements:Food Access & Production...

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During the 2025 tax year, MASA Seed Foundation advanced its mission to build a regenerative and equitable regional food system through the following primary achievements:Food Access & Production: Produced over 120,000 lbs. of organic produce, directing 60,000 lbs. to regional food access programs in partnership with Community Food Share, Kaizen Food Rescue, and Harvest of Hope food pantries.Climate & Seed Stewardship: Distributed climate-adapted heirloom seed varieties at scale through two major regional plant nurseries to ensure long-term regional agricultural resilience.Community Collaboration: Partnered with community garden organizations, including Denver Urban Gardens, by providing locally adapted seeds and essential plant materials.Community Engagement: Provided over 3000 hours of hands-on volunteer, educational, and participatory opportunities on the farm for local community members.

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

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $304,993
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $95
Other Revenue $384,033
TOTAL REVENUE $689,121

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $356,846
Fundraising Expenses $12,404
Program Expenses $631,133
Other Expenses $339,000
TOTAL EXPENSES $695,846

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $689,121 $520,081 +0.3%
Expenses $695,846 $513,174 +0.4%
Net Income $-6,725 $6,907 -2.0%
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
4
Independent Members
4
Employees
13
Volunteers
N/A

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
$47,902
Total Directors
4
$47,902
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Richard Pecoraro Executive Dir. 40.00
Officer Director
$47,902 $0 $47,902
Jonathon Smolens Treasurer 8.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ben Murray Director 8.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Rochelle Chair 8.00
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 $689,121 $695,846 $147,356 $-6,725
2024 $520,081 $513,174 $143,967 $6,907
2023 $398,516 $429,413 $125,893 $-30,897
2022 $461,709 $409,269 $140,218 $52,440
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