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Grand Canyon Conservancy

Grand Canyon Conservancy

Grand Canyon, AZ 86023
Tax ID86-0179548

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About this organization

Revenue

$12,284,416

Expenses

$10,763,315

Website

grandcanyon.org

Mission

As the official philanthropic and collaborative partner of Grand Canyon National Park, Grand Canyon Conservancy’s mission is to inspire generations of park champions to cherish and support the natural and cultural wonder of Grand Canyon.

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WITH THE GENEROUS SUPPORT OF MEMBERS AND DONORS, GRAND CANYON CONSERVANCY (GCC) FUNDS PARK IMPROVEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL INITIATIVES IN YOUTH EDUCATION, TRAIL RESTORATION, WILDLIFE AND HABITAT PROTECTION, AND ART AND CULTURE. WE OPERATE RETAIL OUTLETS THROUGHOUT THE PARK AND A PORTION OF ALL STORE SALES GOES DIRECTLY TO BENEFIT PARK PROGRAMS. GCC EXTENDS THE PARK'S EDUCATIONAL MISSION BY PUBLISHING BOOKS AND OTHER MATERIALS RELATED TO THE GRAND CANYON REGION AND THROUGH THE GRAND CANYON CONSERVANCY FIELD INSTITUTE, WHICH LEADS VISITORS INTO THE CANYON AND ALONG THE RIM WITH RECOGNIZED EXPERTS. SELECT PROJECTS FUNDED IN 2019: TRAILS FOREVER: A TRAILS FOREVER ENDOWMENT FUND AND ANNUAL RESTORATION CONTRIBUTIONS HELP THE PARK IMPROVE AND MAINTAIN MORE THAN 126 MILES OF HISTORIC TRAILS. THE ENDOWMENT IS THE DEPOSITORY ACCOUNT FOR CONTINUED FUNDRAISING EFFORTS UNDERWAY TO BUILD A RELIABLE SOURCE OF INCOME FOR PARK STAFF TO CONDUCT ONGOING TRAIL RESTORATION AND MAINTENANCE THROUGHOUT THE PARK. DESERT VIEW WATCHTOWER/DESERT VIEW INTER-TRIBAL HERITAGE SITE: DESERT VIEW WATCHTOWER IS A UNIQUE SEVEN-STORY CIRCULAR STONE TOWER DESIGNED BY ARCHITECT MARY COLTER IN 1932 "TO INTRODUCE THE DEPTHS OF NATIVE CULTURE TO THE TRAVELER." THE 80-FOOT TOWER IS FILLED WITH STUNNING MURALS OF AMERICAN INDIAN LIFE, WHICH WERE RESTORED OVER THREE YEARS WITH GCC SUPPORT. OUTSIDE, THE DESERT VIEW INTER-TRIBAL HERITAGE SITE WILL EVOLVE FROM A TRADITIONAL SCENIC OVERLOOK INTO A PLACE FOR FIRST-VOICE CULTURAL INTERPRETATION BY ASSOCIATED AMERICAN INDIAN TRIBES, EXPOSING VISITORS TO THE CULTURAL SIGNIFICANCE OF THE AREA WHILE INFORMING THEM ABOUT TOURISM OPPORTUNITIES ON SURROUNDING TRIBAL LANDS. PROTECTING THE NIGHT SKY: GRAND CANYON RECEIVED PROVISIONAL CERTIFICATION IN 2016 AS AN INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY PARK. GCC SUPPORTERS FUNDED AN INVENTORY OF EVERY LIGHT BULB AND FIXTURE IN THE 1.2 MILLION ACRE PARK WHICH IS HOME TO 2,500 RESIDENTS. THE PROCESS OF RETROFITTING OLD FIXTURES AND BULBS WITH STATE-OF-THE-ART LIGHTING THAT DOESN'T POLLUTE THE NIGHT SKY BEGAN IN 2017 AND CONTINUES TODAY. IN 2019, GRAND CANYON NATIONAL PARK RECEIVED INTERNATIONAL DARK-SKY PARK STATUS FROM THE INTERNATIONAL DARK SKY ASSOCIATION AND WAS ALSO NAMED DARK SKY PLACE OF THE YEAR. AS OF 12/31/19, 1,750 LIGHTS IN THE PARK HAD BEEN REPLACED, BRINGING THE PARK TO 69% COMPLIANCE. OVER THE NEXT FIVE YEARS, THE GOAL IS TO MAKE 90% OF THE LIGHTS IN THE PARK DARK SKY COMPLIANT. KIDS AT THE CANYON: GCC FUNDING SUPPORTS NUMEROUS NPS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, SUCH AS ON-SITE FIELD TRIPS, RANGERS IN THE CLASSROOM, AND TEACHER ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION WORKSHOPS. 30,000 YOUNG PEOPLE COMPLETED A SERIES OF ACTIVITIES DURING THEIR PARK VISIT TO EARN AN OFFICIAL JUNIOR RANGER PATCH AND CERTIFICATE. A NATIONALLY-RECOGNIZED DISTANCE LEARNING CENTER OFFERS HOUR-LONG PROGRAMS FOCUSING ON GRAND CANYON GEOLOGY, WILDLIFE, AND MORE AND REACHES YOUNG LEARNERS, GRADES 2 - 8, THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD.

Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The filing clearly states the mission of the non-profit as “The mission of grand canyon conservancy is to inspire people to protect and enhance grand canyon national park for present and future generations. grand canyon conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of grand canyon national park, operating retail shops within the park, and providing premier guided educational programs about the natural and cultural history of the region. supporters fund projects including trails and historic building preservation, educational programs for the public, and the protection of wildlife and their natural habitat.”.

When outlining its functions, they were explained as: “The mission of grand canyon conservancy is to inspire people to protect and enhance grand canyon national park for present and future generations. grand canyon conservancy is the official nonprofit partner of grand canyon national park, operating retail shops within the park, and providing premier guided educational programs about the natural and cultural history of the region. supporters fund projects including trails and historic building preservation, educational programs for the public, and the protection of wildlife and their natural habitat.”.

  • In compliance with legal regulations, the non-profit has reported their state of operation as AZ.
  • The filing records the non-profit's address for 2020 as SEE C ABOVE, GRAND CANYON, AZ, 86023.
  • As of 2020, the non-profit's form reports a total of 166 employees.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Does not operate a school.
  • Collects art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor-advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $1,521,101.
  • The CEO's salary plan within the organization is subject to review and endorsement by an independent body.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 18 independent voting members.
  • The organization has a professional fund raiser.
  • The organization was formed in 1932.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule J.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization pays $2,424,210 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $850,699 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization has a business related organization transaction.
  • The organization has fundraising events.
  • The organization has grants to organizations.
  • The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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