Tri-State Trails dba CROWN Cincinnati

EIN: 920271881 501(c)(3) Public & Societal Benefit

Cincinnati, OH

Total Revenue
$1,529,613
Total Expenses
$886,830
Total Assets
$8,169,360
Net Assets
$8,169,360
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2022
Legal Domicile
OH
Principal Officer
Wade Johnston
Phone
5136553981
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Tri-State Trails dba CROWN Cincinnati, founded in 2022, is a community nonprofit in the Public & Societal Benefit sector that reported $1.5M in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 140% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $643K, a strong 42% operating margin.

Mission

Tri-State Trails' mission is to connect people and places with a regional trail and bikeway network that enhances vibrancy and equity in our community. Tri-State Trails unites advocates, leaders, and stakeholders in a collaborative discussion on active transportation and outdoor recreation in Southwest Ohio, Northern Kentucky, andSoutheast Indiana.To accomplish its mission, Tri-State Trails advocates for connecting and expanding the regional trail and bikeway network; collects and maintains data on trails locally; provides technical assistance to local governments and community groups to advise them on best practices for trail planning, design, funding, construction, and maintenance; and promotes and celebrates the existing trails in the Tri-State.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $145,160 Revenue: $78,378

Technical Assistance to Local Governments and Community Groups:In 2024, Tri-State Trails worked on several fee for service projects by providing professional consulting on trail and bikeway planning...

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Technical Assistance to Local Governments and Community Groups:In 2024, Tri-State Trails worked on several fee for service projects by providing professional consulting on trail and bikeway planning to local governments and community groups. The organization prepared the Mill Creek Triangle Trail Feasibility Study to connect twelve local governments in central and northern Hamilton County, Ohio; and the Forest Park Winton Trail Plan in the City of Forest Park, Ohio. Tri-State Trails advised on a variety of other projects for several other local governments. The organization collected trail usage data on over 200 miles of regional trails in the Tri-State region.

Program 2
Expenses: $129,332 Revenue: $378,047

Public Education and Trail Promotion Activities:In 2024, Tri-State Trails organized several events to promote the existing trails, as well as educate the public about future trail opportunities and...

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Public Education and Trail Promotion Activities:In 2024, Tri-State Trails organized several events to promote the existing trails, as well as educate the public about future trail opportunities and safe trail usage behaviors. The organization organized and published a Low-Stress Bike Map for the urban core to educate beginners about safe bicycling routes and behaviors. The organization organized and/or supported eight Pop-Up Bike Shop events to provide free bike repair and bike safety gear in underserved neighborhoods. Tri-State Trails organized bike ride activities including Breakfast on the Bridge, in celebration of National Bike to Work Day; the Tour de CROWN ride, to showcase the existing and planned trails in the CROWN project; the Meet the Candidates Ride, to educate candidates running for elected office about the opportunities and challenges associated with trails and bikeways; and several other one-off bike ride events. Many of Tri-State Trails' events have a fundraising component to them to generate sponsorship and registration income.

Program 3
Expenses: $448,516 Revenue: $959,824

The CROWN Capital Campaign:The CROWN Capital Campaign is a vision to build a 34-mile urban trail loop around the City of Cincinnati. Funds are in the process of being expended over the next five...

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The CROWN Capital Campaign:The CROWN Capital Campaign is a vision to build a 34-mile urban trail loop around the City of Cincinnati. Funds are in the process of being expended over the next five years to match state and federal grants to connect 24 miles of trails included in Phase I of the CROWN network. In 2024, Tri-State Trails funded the construction of Wasson Way Phase 6B on Xavier University's campus and a portion of the local match for the Mariemont Connector trail. Tri-State Trails is the fiscal agent and fiscal sponsor for the CROWN Capital Campaign, which was formerly managed by Green Umbrella from 2019 to December 2023. The CROWN Capital Campaign is governed by the CROWN Committee, which makes decisions about how the funds will be allocated for trail projects and other expenses required for fundraising, project management, administration, etc. Tri-State Trails performs services for the CROWN Capital Campaign including fund stewardship, project management, community engagement, trail planning, grant funding strategy, and trail beautification.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $448,665
Program Service Revenue $678,479
Investment Income $358,681
Other Revenue $43,788
TOTAL REVENUE $1,529,613

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $335,598
Fundraising Expenses $34,412
Program Expenses $725,312
Other Expenses $551,232
TOTAL EXPENSES $886,830

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $1,529,613 $637,847 +1.4%
Expenses $886,830 $364,384 +1.4%
Net Income $642,783 $273,463 +1.4%
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Governance

Voting Members
8
Independent Members
8
Employees
5
Volunteers
150

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
3
$0
Total Directors
8
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Tanner Yess - resigned 51225 Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Rachel Comte Vice President/Secretary 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kate Greene Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Douglas Prather Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Wym Portman Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tom Carleton - 2025 Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Amanda Penick - 2025 Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Christine Russell - 2025 Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Todd Palmeter-resigned 51225 Director 1.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Sean McGrory President 3.00
Officer
$0 $0 $0
Frances Kern Mennone Treasurer 1.00
Officer
$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 $1,529,613 $886,830 $8,169,360 $642,783
2023 $637,847 $364,384 $7,496,879 $273,463
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