ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET

Financials

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 June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

3921 E BAYSHORE BLVD 210, PALO ALTO, CA 94303-4326

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

Lauren Weston, 3921 E Bayshore Blvd 210, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Signed the 990

Lauren Weston, Executive Director

Phone

(650) 962-9876

Website

www.acterra.org

Return prepared by

Shining Star Consulting LLC

California records

California keeps its own records of charities and corporations. Search them by EIN 23-7064937 or by the name ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET.

Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers

Registration status and filed reports (CT-TR-1, RRF-1)

Secretary of State, bizfile Online

Corporation status, entity number, agent for service

Franchise Tax Board

Entity status letter (state tax exemption, good standing)

Mission

To bring people together to create local solutions for a healthy planet.

Program accomplishments

• Electrification of energy end-uses in homes and buildings is a major strategy for combating climate change. Beneficial electrification must meet three criteria: reduction of long-term costs; improvement of grid reliability or reduction in grid instability; and avoidance of negative environmental impacts. Switching from fossil energy sources-such as coal, petroleum, and natural gas-offers many tangible benefits: less pollution, improved human health, customer savings, and less atmospheric warming. The Organization's Beneficial Electrification program prioritizes and accelerates the adoption of all-electric appliances, buildings, and vehicles that operate on clean energy instead of fossil fuels. Beneficial Electrification program supports the general public, small businesses, industry, municipalities, counties, regional authorities, the state, utilities and NGOs toward meeting the climate goals of the entire region. The Organization plays a role in advocating for the move away from fossil fuel devices. The Organization develops and shares materials and strategies to encourage the wider adoption of fossil-free devices and technologies in both the commercial and residential sectors. Specifically, the Organization facilitates outreach to residents and professionals on the benefits of fossil-free devices in construction and educates residents on the benefits of fossil-free devices in homes.
  Expenses $637,117 · grants $72,612 · revenue $226,511
• Sponsored Programs: The Bay Area Climate Adaptation Network (BayCAN) is a collaborative network of local government staff and partnering organizations working to help the Bay Area region to respond effectively and equitably to the impacts of climate change. Developed by local government, for local government and the communities they serve, BayCAN focuses on adaptation challenges in water supply, sea level rise, wastewater and stormwater management, wildfires, ecosystems, and public health. We collaborate with current initiatives in these sectors to maximize impact and build on existing knowledge. The Alliance of Regional Collaboratives for Climate Adaptation (ARCCA) is a network of leading regional collaboratives and allies from across California that work together to advance adaptation statewide and increase local capacity to build community resilience. Through ARCCA, adaptation practitioners connect with peers across the state to exchange knowledge, engage in targeted problem-solving, and implement joint campaigns, effectively breaking down silos across sectors and jurisdictions. Let Us Contribute Initiative (LUCI): The program is a movement-building program led by incarcerated and formerly incarcerated individuals to expand economic opportunity and enhance public safety. The program develops ecologically focused cooperatives that are owned and operated by system-impacted people, fostering empowerment, sustainability, and community resilience.
  Expenses $517,124 · revenue $51,772
• A key goal is to compel the wider public to recognize the urgency of the climate crisis and to increase people's willingness to take appropriate actions. The Organization's main tool for encouraging behavior change is education. The Organization Education Program includes the Public Lecture Series, which invites leading voices from academia, business, and policy to discuss global change issues; and the You(th) Be the Change climate-based education and leadership program.
  Expenses $421,204 · grants $500 · revenue $11,355
• In the San Francisco Bay Area, food is one of the biggest contributors to the average person's carbon footprint, fueling climate change. The Organization's Healthy Plate, Healthy Planet Program works together with local Bay Area communities to promote two easy and impactful ways to reduce collective food print. The Organization educates on the benefits of adopting a more plant-forward lifestyle and reducing the amount of wasted food, with the goal for all to enjoy a healthier, well-fed life. The Organization develops and shares materials and strategies to encourage the wider adoption of plant-forward diets and the reduction of food waste. Specifically, the Organization facilitates outreach to residents and professionals on the climate and health benefits of reducing meat and dairy intake.
  Expenses $399,624 · grants $300
• The Organization's advocacy work is a more inclusive and community-centered climate action movement that creates systemic change toward sustainable and equitable practices and policies for the benefit of all. The Organization brings together individuals, communities and organizations to create a powerful collective voice that advocates for change focusing on actively involving communities that have been historically excluded or unheard. By implementing base building strategies in the programming ensures that these communities unique experiences, needs and challenges are central in the agenda and decision-making processes.
  Expenses $186,875

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 June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

23-7064937

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))

Donations deductible (Pub 78)

Public charity, 50% deduction limit

Exempt since

1973

Accounting year ends

June

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Environment (C30Z)

Assets (IRS master file)

$1,672,619

Income (IRS master file)

$2,449,494

Filing history

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 23-7064937).

Questions about ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET

What is the EIN of ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET?

The employer identification number (EIN) of ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET is 23-7064937.

Is ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1973.

Are donations to ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET tax-deductible?

Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).

Which annual return does ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET 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 ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.

Who is the principal officer of ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET?

The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Lauren Weston.

Who are the officers and directors of ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET?

The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 20 people; 3 received compensation from the organization, the highest $173,874 (Lauren Weston, Executive Dir.).

How much revenue does ACTERRA ACTION FOR A HEALTHY PLANET have?

On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $2,436,862, expenses of $2,547,347 and total assets of $1,672,619 at year end.

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