Nonprofit · EIN 01-0446468
KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST
Tax-exempt · BATH, ME 04530
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $911,817 | $1,059,735 | -$147,918 | $9,775,308 | $181,069 | $9,594,239 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $1,372,823 | $1,116,712 | $256,111 | $9,744,851 | $116,598 | $9,628,253 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $2,150,609 | $1,563,121 | $587,488 | $9,321,385 | $44,975 | $9,276,410 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $819,708
- of which government grants
- $224,329
- Membership dues
- $153,517
- Program service revenue
- $41,262
- Investment income
- $47,143
- Net income from fundraising events
- $2,594
- Other revenue
- $3,704
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $99,521
- Other salaries and wages
- $364,036
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $529,199
- Professional fundraising fees
- $20,000
- Legal fees
- $4,020
- Accounting fees
- $25,185
- Occupancy
- $7,797
- Travel
- $5,759
- Depreciation
- $17,785
- Program services (functional)
- $896,450
- Management and general (functional)
- $115,391
- Fundraising (functional)
- $47,894
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $9,744,851
- Total assets, end of year
- $9,775,308
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $181,069
- Net assets, end of year
- $9,594,239
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $7,714,971
- Publicly traded securities
- $1,322,187
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $8,720,547
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $873,692
- Gross receipts
- $925,072
- Employees
- 11
- Volunteers
- 275
- Year formed
- 1989
- State of legal domicile
- ME
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebeccah Kolak | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $90,293 | $9,228 |
| Travis Wofel | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Maeve McNell | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve August | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Reeve Wood | Vice president Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jeff Wickham | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jenny Burch | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Bethany Atkins | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Anna Christie-Carnicella | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Amy Wesson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Warren Whitney | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Richard Lorenson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| John Swenson | Secretary Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Eloise Vitelli | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jack Witham | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 15 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebeccah Kolak | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $85,176 | $9,338 |
| Reeve Wood | President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dixie Stedman | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve August | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Travis Wolfel | Vice president Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dennis Dunbar | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jenny Burch | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Bethany Atkins | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Anna Christie-Carnicella | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Amy Wesson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Warren Whitney | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Richard Lorenson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| John Swenson | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Eloise Vitelli | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jack Witham | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 16 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebeccah Kolak | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $80,790 | $8,509 |
| Reeve Wood | President Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 | $0 |
| Dixie Stedman | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Steve August | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Travis Wolfel | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Dennis Dunbar | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jenny Burch | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Bethany Atkins | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Becky Halbrook | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Amy Wesson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Sue McLeod | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Warren Whitney | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Richard Lorenson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| John Swenson | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Eloise Vitelli | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 0.5 | $0 | $0 |
| Jack Witham | BOARD MEMBER Trustee or director | 2 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 1128, BATH, ME 04530-1128
- In care of
- % WILLIAM C BLAIKLOCK
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Steve August, 872 WASHINGTON ST, BATH, ME 04530
- Signed the 990
- Steve August, Treasurer
- Phone
- (207) 442-8400
- Website
- WWW.KENNEBECESTUARY.ORG
- Return prepared by
- TRACY CASSIDY CPA SC
Mission
The mission of the Kennebec Estuary Land Trust is to conserve, restore, and instill appreciation of the land and water resources of the Kennebec Estuary for the benefit of today's communities and future generations.
Program accomplishments
- The Land Protection Program is a community based approach working with a volunteer Land Committee and staff focused on lands with the highest ecological significance. KELT works with dedicated volunteers, landowners, municipalities, other environmental organizations, and state agencies to achieve successful outcomes. During the year ended December 31, 2025, KELT acquired one property described as the Bittner Property.Expenses $334,906
- The Stewardship program is dedicated to the perpetual care of the preserves and conservation easements held by KELT. The program is led by staff and a dedicated group of volunteers through a robust committee and field work. The program manages all administration, oversight, and planning of these properties in compliance with the Land Trust Alliance Standards & Practices. KELT stewards 31 conservation easements and 34 fee properties containing over 50 miles of trail.Expenses $219,241
- The Restoration Program focus on community science including water testing, counting fish, and monitoring birds, red backed salamanders, and green crabs. In addition, this area includes working with partners on large scale projects that repair ecological obstructions, such as damaged fish ladders and undersized roadway culverts, to benefit surrounding natural habitats in local communities. General programs focus on food security issues working with partners locally and regionally to strategize and address community needs through effective efforts such as KELT's LOCAL Garden (an edible, education, raised bed garden) and the Merrymeeting Food Council.Expenses $206,514 · revenue $34,062
- The Education Program is vital to KELT by providing education opportunities for all ages to understand the Kennebec Estuary and appreciate nature all around them. The work is conducted through school programs, field events, and workshops. The land trust provides information through our website, emails, print newsletters, and other communication tools. This program continues to build support and interest from the community. In 2025, KELT engaged over 1200 people in community engagement and educational programs.Expenses $135,789 · revenue $7,200
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 01-0446468
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1994
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Environment (C340)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $9,775,308
- Income (IRS master file)
- $925,072
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $911,817 | $1,059,735 | $9,775,308 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $1,372,823 | $1,116,712 | $9,744,851 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $2,150,609 | $1,563,121 | $9,321,385 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $1,667,569 | $508,840 | $8,641,770 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 01-0446468).
Questions about KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST
- What is the EIN of KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST is 01-0446468.
- Is KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1994.
- Are donations to KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Steve August.
- Who are the officers and directors of KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 15 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $90,293 (Rebeccah Kolak, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
- How much revenue does KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $911,817, expenses of $1,059,735 and total assets of $9,775,308 at year end.
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