Climate and Wildfire Institute Inc

EIN: 863588375 501(c)(3) Environment

San Francisco, CA

Total Revenue
$1,320,861
Total Expenses
$2,119,021
Total Assets
$3,995,275
Net Assets
$3,961,368
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2021
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Marissa Christiansen
Phone
3177624951
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Climate and Wildfire Institute Inc, founded in 2021, is a community nonprofit in the Environment sector that reported $1.3M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue fell 33% from the prior year — a significant decline worth monitoring. Expenses of $2.1M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 60% operating deficit.

Mission

by building a consortium of collaborative partnerships. We operate at the intersections of research, policy, and practice, facilitating collaboration and innovation across sectors to advance climate and wildfire resilience in Western U.S.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $1,524,918

The Stewardship ProjectThe Stewardship Project (TSP) was brought on as a foundational project for CWI. Launched in 2022 under the leadership of Scott Stephens, Don Hankins, and Sara Clark (Shute...

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The Stewardship ProjectThe Stewardship Project (TSP) was brought on as a foundational project for CWI. Launched in 2022 under the leadership of Scott Stephens, Don Hankins, and Sara Clark (Shute, Mihaly & Weinberger LLP), TSP focuses on developing law and policy recommendations for federal lawmakers and the federal administration.Teakettle Prescribed Fire ProjectThis project will reintroduce fire to 3,274 acres of old-growth forest to restore its resilience and stabilize carbon stores in the large trees.

Program 2

Tahoe Sierra Wildfire Resilience CollaborativeCWI and Christopher J Anthony Consulting will work to support the advancement of the Moore Foundations Wildfire Resilience Initiative through the...

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Tahoe Sierra Wildfire Resilience CollaborativeCWI and Christopher J Anthony Consulting will work to support the advancement of the Moore Foundations Wildfire Resilience Initiative through the coordination of several elements, including; continued engagement with partners within the Tahoe Sierra SPARK region, development of the SPARK Community Roadmap in close collaboration with the Ecosystems Roadmap, and partnership with the Learning Exchange to create shared resources.Building Capacity for the Tahoe Sierra Regional Wildfire Resilience CollaborativeAIM Grant funds will be used to support staff capacity to establish and expand relationships in the Tahoe Sierra region in support of the CWIs Tahoe Sierra

Program 3

Wildfire Resilience Collaborative goals, and includes support for CWIs annual Signature Convening focused on wildfire data and technology.CWI Signature ConveningCWI stands at the intersection of...

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Wildfire Resilience Collaborative goals, and includes support for CWIs annual Signature Convening focused on wildfire data and technology.CWI Signature ConveningCWI stands at the intersection of research, policy, and practice, serving as a vital nexus for collaboration and innovation in tackling climate and wildfire challenges. Our model requires convening experts from all sectors to stay at the forefront of climate and wildfire issues, supporting coordination across broad initiatives, and crafting/refining actionable strategies for real-world impactall while working with a diverse range of regional groups, Indigenous tribes, and local communities. CWIs Signature Convening is a central element of CWIs mission, (continued on Schedule O)

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $1,212,932
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $93,659
Other Revenue $14,270
TOTAL REVENUE $1,320,861

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $24,992
Salaries & Benefits $921,780
Fundraising Expenses $56,106
Program Expenses $1,524,918
Other Expenses $1,172,249
TOTAL EXPENSES $2,119,021

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $1,320,861 $1,972,385 -0.3%
Expenses $2,119,021 $3,538,174 -0.4%
Net Income $-798,160 $-1,565,789 -0.5%
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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
10
Independent Members
10
Employees
12
Volunteers
8

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
6
$177,465
Total Directors
11
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Bethany Hannah External Affairs 40.00
$181,868 $22,444 $204,312
Sarah Caldwell Impact Program Mgr 40.00
$104,838 $21,848 $126,686
Helen Lahoda Finance & Ops 40.00
Officer
$96,474 $13,172 $109,646
Caroline Godkin Executive Director 40.00
$66,713 $2,658 $69,371
Marissa Christansen Exec Director 40.00
Officer
$63,688 $4,131 $67,819
Ken Alex President 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Jeff Meston Treasurer 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
John Battles Vice President 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Alex Hall Secretary 4.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Marybel Batjer Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ilkay Altintas De Callafon Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Art Chapman Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Brian Fennessy Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lara Kueppers Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
David Saah Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Scott Stephens Director 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 $1,320,861 $2,119,021 $3,995,275 $-798,160
2023 $1,972,385 $3,538,174 $5,258,061 $-1,565,789
2022 $7,064,763 $796,389 $6,314,659 $6,268,374
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