ENDANGERED HABITATS LEAGUE

EIN: 954455451 501(c)(3) Animal-Related

LOS ANGELES, CA

Total Revenue
$1,103,617
Total Expenses
$1,315,073
Total Assets
$1,232,915
Net Assets
$1,232,915
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1991
Legal Domicile
CA
Principal Officer
Jess Morton
Phone
2138042750
Tax Period
2025-01-01 to 2025-12-31

ENDANGERED HABITATS LEAGUE, founded in 1991, is a community nonprofit in the Animal-Related sector that reported $1.1M in total revenue in fiscal year 2025. Revenue decreased 7% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $1.3M exceeded revenue, resulting in a 19% operating deficit.

Mission

EHL leads the way toward a better future for southern California through the creation of secure intact native landscapes where diverse, abundant wildlife thrives, by building sustainable human communities with a high quality of life for everyone, and by protecting rural and agricultural lands from being overrun by urban sprawl.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $431,004

Since 1991, the Endangered Habitats League has worked on Californias Natural Communities Conservation Planning program. EHL works with local and state advisory groups, reviews and analyzes technical...

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Since 1991, the Endangered Habitats League has worked on Californias Natural Communities Conservation Planning program. EHL works with local and state advisory groups, reviews and analyzes technical documents, appears in legal proceedings, comments on and/or initiates relevant scientific studies for regional climate action and land use programs. EHL served on the Tejon Ranch Conservancy Board of Directors and on advisory committees in San Diego and Orange Counties, in the former to adopt a new North County habitat plan and in the latter to direct Measure M funding to create connectivity between NCCP regions. In San Bernardino County, in 2025, EHL made progress in its goal to preserve vital habitat for the endangered San Bernardino Kangaroo Rat and restore the upper Santa Ana River. The launch of the Greater Prado Basin Habitat Conservation Plan complements this effort. In Riverside County, EHL worked to protect a regional wildlife linkage along Temecula Creek. EHL participated in a consortium that introduces fishermen to gear systems that do not entangle whales.

Program 2
Expenses: $663,824

EHL takes an active role in cross-border protection of habitats common to Baja California and southern California. EHL partners with Terra Peninsular and Jardin Botanico de San Quintin, Baja-based...

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EHL takes an active role in cross-border protection of habitats common to Baja California and southern California. EHL partners with Terra Peninsular and Jardin Botanico de San Quintin, Baja-based non-profits which protect habitat in Baja California through land purchases and conservation agreements with land owners, and through education programs for local residents. In 2007 and again in 2012, EHL assisted with important transactions that protected key coastal properties. In 2024, EHL continued assistance to Terra Peninsular for the stewardship of these lands, the undertaking of supporting scientific studies, and, in particular, by protecting legal rights to an essential estuary in the preserve.

Program 3
Expenses: $180,000

In 2006, EHL established the Endangered Habitats Conservancy for the purpose of holding land and conservation easements and managing them for their habitat values. The Conservancy has undertaken...

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In 2006, EHL established the Endangered Habitats Conservancy for the purpose of holding land and conservation easements and managing them for their habitat values. The Conservancy has undertaken extensive habitat restoration programs along the San Diego River and elsewhere, primarily in San Diego County. In 2007, the first acquisition of 314 acres of coastal sage scrub habitat was completed, forming a southern extension of the Crestridge Ecological Preserve. Work continued on acquisition of a two-mile stretch of river basin for habitat restoration and park uses with additional purchases in 2008 and 2009 for a cumulative investment of more than 10,000,000. In 2013, EHL completed the transfer of ownership and management of these lands to EHC. In 2024, EHL continued facilitating the purchase of additional conservation property through a grant for transaction costs and operating support.

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Financial Overview (2025)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $919,180
Program Service Revenue $134,393
Investment Income $50,044
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $1,103,617

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $753,749
Salaries & Benefits $174,684
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $1,274,828
Other Expenses $386,640
TOTAL EXPENSES $1,315,073

Year-over-Year Comparison

2025 2024 Change
Revenue $1,103,617 $1,190,447 -0.1%
Expenses $1,315,073 $1,059,428 +0.2%
Net Income $-211,456 $131,019 -2.6%
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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
6
Independent Members
6
Employees
2
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
3
$162,500
Total Directors
6
$324,036
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Michael Beck Director 005.00
Director
$0 $39,536 $161,536
Daniel Silver Executive Director 040.00
Officer Director
$125,000 $0 $125,000
Jess Morton Treasurer 015.00
Officer Director
$37,500 $0 $37,500
Jane Block Director 001.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Peter DeSimone Secretary 001.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Karen Messer Director 001.00
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
2025 $1,103,617 $1,315,073 $1,232,915 $-211,456
2024 $1,190,447 $1,059,428 $1,438,295 $131,019
2023 $916,938 $720,754 $1,289,647 $196,184
2022 $1,057,051 $1,396,231 $1,084,623 $-339,180
2021 $1,787,619 $1,070,209 $1,449,062 $717,410
2020 $818,730 $846,320 $735,491 $-27,590
2019 $1,148,477 $991,330 $757,661 $157,147
2018 $1,124,080 $1,050,052 $598,878 $74,028
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