2024-11-05T13:32:31-07:00 2023-12-31 Support Kansas City 6750 Antioch Road Suite 305 Merriam KS 66204 990 2023-01-01 352434953 HEARTLAND CONSERVATION ALLIANCE INC HEAR 8163166071 6601 E 93rd Street Kansas City MO 64138 Sam Bennett Treasurer 8165164376 2024-11-05 1 1 Karen Cubbage P01286851 9138314752 2024-11-05 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z Sam Bennett 3808 Virginia Ave Kansas City MO 64109 495714 0 X www.heartlandconservationalliance.org X 2012 MO The Heartland Conservation Alliance works with partners to protect, connect, and restore the Blue River watershed and its urban greenspaces for the benefit and enjoyment of all. 12 12 8 175 0 0 895247 495299 250 0 60 415 0 0 895557 495714 91761 184957 0 0 234431 351458 0 0 28777 296202 242239 622394 778654 273163 -282940 690378 548189 17715 158465 672663 389724 X The Heartland Conservation Alliance works with partners to protect, connect, and restore the Blue River watershed and its urban greenspaces for the benefit and enjoyment of all. 1 1 300532 106802 0 Conservation and Policy: Heartland Conservation Alliance (HCA) continued its commitment to environmental stewardship in 2023, making significant strides in conservation and policy initiatives. A key accomplishment was the creation of the Blue River Greenway Vision and Case Statement, outlining a connected multi-use trail to promote watershed conservation and public awareness. Collaborations with Kansas and Missouri partners led to joint efforts on funding matrices and grant applications, including a substantial EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant for restoration. HCA also reached agreement to secure (still pending) 95 acres of land adjacent to the Blue River for reforestation, expanding its urban land trust holdings. Funds were raised from the Missouri Department of Conservation and a private donor to support this acquisition. Additionally, the organization conducted in-depth watershed health assessments, updating analytical metrics, maps, and GIS data for the 2024 Blue River Report Card. Restoration efforts at the Heartland Overlook Preserve continued, with invasive species removal and native plantings. HCA compared various restoration techniques to inform future work on a $5 million ARPA riparian restoration grant in partnership with KCMO. 137283 0 0 Education and Outreach: HCA's education and outreach programs engaged a diverse range of individuals in environmental stewardship. The Green Guard and Exploring Roots programs attracted 82 participants, who actively participated in stream cleanups, invasive species removal, tree planting, and nature walks. Other notable events included Blue River Discovery Days, BioBlitzes, a Blue River kayak trip, and the City Nature Challenge. HCA also created the Blue River Nature Guide (BRiNG) program in partnership with Jackson County Parks + Rec and others. 177798 78155 0 Alliance Services: As the EPA Blue River Ambassador, HCA convened the Urban Water Federal Partnership steering committee, bringing together 102 participants from various organizations. This forum facilitated collaboration and coordination among partners in conservation activities within the riparian corridor and urban watershed areas. The "Renew the Blue" joint promotional campaign successfully increased public awareness of the Blue River natural area through social media, web newsletters, and special event notices. HCA also hosted its annual Partnership Summit, celebrating conservation successes and fostering team spirit. 0 0 0 615613 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 12 0 0 8 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 X 12 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 1 0 1 1 1 0 X X Logan Heley 8163166071 6601 E 93rd Street Kansas City MO 64138 Logan Heley Executive Director 40 0 X 68140 0 3000 Bill Blessing President 3 0 X X 0 0 0 Sam Bennett Treasurer 3 0 X X 0 0 0 Regan Tokos Secretary 3 0 X X 0 0 0 Victoria Frank Board Member 3.1.23-4.30.23 2 0 X 0 0 0 Patrice Gonzalez Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Sarah Hemme Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Diana Johnson Board Member 3.1.23-3.31.23 2 0 X 0 0 0 Alana Henry Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Marjorie MacGregor Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Scott Schulte Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Gerald Shechter Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Lindsay Vaughn Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 Roberta Vogel-Leutung Board Member 2 0 X 0 0 0 68140 0 3000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 450577 44722 0 495299 0 415 0 0 415 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 495714 0 0 415 X 184957 184957 0 0 0 0 0 0 74413 37207 18603 18603 0 0 0 0 223267 202499 17801 2967 0 0 0 0 31063 28287 2430 346 22715 17233 3953 1529 0 0 0 0 1438 563 875 0 44491 0 44491 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 108471 101911 6560 0 300 300 0 0 22098 8194 8572 5332 17549 888 16661 0 0 0 0 0 5457 0 5457 0 7922 7637 285 0 0 0 0 0 4406 2677 1729 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 563 0 563 0 5872 0 5872 0 Event Supplies 20252 19840 412 0 HOP Maintenance 3420 3420 0 0 0 0 0 0 778654 615613 134264 28777 146232 25946 51129 78544 288230 239481 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4405 4399 201081 1262 200382 199819 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 690378 548189 17715 158465 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 17715 158465 X 485133 349461 187530 40263 672663 389724 690378 548189 X -282940 0 0 0 0 1 X X 0 0 0 X 389373 459592 718044 895247 495299 2957555 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 389373 459592 718044 895247 495299 2957555 495602 2461953 2212 944 70 60 415 3701 0 0 0 0 0 0 13330 0 7230 250 0 20810 2982066 0 0.82559 0.9923 X Schedule A, Part II, Line 10 Contract Service Revenue RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED 0 190061 190061 0 8470 616 7854 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2550 646 1904 199819 0 Cornerstones of Care 300 East 36th Street Kansas City MO 64111 431689138 501c3 99486 Build Trybe conservation landscaping workforce development program Missouri State University 901 S National Ave Springfield MO 65897 446000308 115(1) 78155 Develop a Nine-Element Watershed Plan for the 303D impaired Blue River and its tributaries. Native Land Restoration Collaborative 1111 Wild Horse Road Lawrence KS 66044 474018975 501c3 7316 HOP Restoration and Community Education 2 1 Schedule I, Part I, Line 2 The Executive Director oversees all contracts and agreements to ensure satisfactory completion of all work. All sub-awardees will be required to submit progress reports and other documentation before payments will be issued. Vireo Board member 26350 Technical services 0 Form 990, Part III, Line 2 Blue River Nature Guide: establish regular public and private group hikes and bikes. Form 990, Part III, Line 3 Nature Action Crew transitioned to Cornerstones of Care. Form 990, Part IV, Line 12a At the time of filing, the 2023 audit is in progress and not completed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Upon receipt of the 990 from HCA's accountant, prior to filing, the Executive Director provides a copy of the proposed filing to HCA board members with instructions to review. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Staff and Board Executive committee monitor agendas and organizational business for conflicts. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 The board uses comparable data from independent sources to determine the salary range for the Executive Director position. The Executive Director reviewed comparable data from independent sources to determine employee compensation. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 The organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year upon request. Form 990, Part IX, Line 11g Office cleaning, Trainers/instructors, consulting, strategic planning, maintenance. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Rounding. Form 990, Part XII, Line 2b At the time of filing, the 2023 audit is in progress and not completed.