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Nonprofit · EIN 38-3299537

KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC

Tax-exempt · HANCOCK, MI 49930

Financials

$662K$274K2023$1.6M$290K2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$1,570,075$289,689$1,280,386$12,046,747$149,826$11,896,921
December 31, 2023990$662,096$273,514$388,582$10,684,028$142,133$10,541,895
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$1,500,212
Program service revenue
$82
Investment income
$68,574
Net gain from sales of assets
$3,228
Net income from fundraising events
$1,207
Other revenue
$1,207

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$31,560
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$127,830
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Legal fees
$314
Accounting fees
$11,287
Occupancy
$6,149
Travel
$5,019
Depreciation
$37,946
Program services (functional)
$207,308
Management and general (functional)
$63,661
Fundraising (functional)
$18,720

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$10,684,028
Total assets, end of year
$12,046,747
Total liabilities, end of year
$149,826
Net assets, end of year
$11,896,921
Land, buildings and equipment
$10,280,594
Publicly traded securities
$1,277,485
Net assets without donor restrictions
$889,049
Net assets with donor restrictions
$11,007,872
Gross unrelated business income
$1,207
Gross receipts
$1,570,898
Employees
5
Volunteers
80
Year formed
1996
State of legal domicile
MI

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, 2024, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Patricia ToczydlowskiInterim Executive Director/Project Specialist
Key employee
35$31,560
Calvin KoskiDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Evan LaneseDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Jamie RobertsonDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Louie VencatoDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Mike AbbottDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Mariana GrohowskiDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Jim NortheyDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
William LederTreasurer
Officer
8$0
Alex HirzelSecretary
Officer
4$0
Nancy LangstonPresident
Officer
15$0
Stan VittonVice President
Officer
10$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 14 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Evan McDonaldExecutive Director
Key employee, Highest-paid employee
25$30,236
Patricia ToczydlowskiProject Specialist
Key employee
30$22,337
Stephanie TubmanPresident
Trustee or director
4$0
Nancy LangstonVice President
Trustee or director
4$0
William LederTreasurer
Trustee or director
4$0
Alex HirzelSecretary
Trustee or director
4$0
Christine HandlerDirector
Trustee or director
3$0
Calvin KoskiDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Evan LaneseDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Erik LilleskovDirector
Trustee or director
3$0
Jamie RobertsonDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Denis StotlerDirector
Trustee or director
1$0
Louie VencatoDirector
Trustee or director
2$0
Stan VittonDirector
Trustee or director
2$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
49902 LIMERICK ST, HANCOCK, MI 49930-9843
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
Brennan Lauer, 49902 Limerick Street, Hancock, MI 49930
Signed the 990
Brennan Lauer, Executive Director
Phone
(906) 482-0820

Mission

Keweenaw Land Trust (KLT) is a community partner protecting land, water and quality of life through conservation, stewardship and nature connections serving the six western counties of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. KLT is a qualified holder of conservation land and easements and one of about 450 land trusts across the country awarded accreditation, documenting that it follows best practices across all areas of operations. KLT currently owns and stewards 28 natural areas open year-round for low-impact use by the general public. KLT offers programs and guided explorations on its protected lands to foster connections and better understanding of the unique landscapes and natural features of our region. KLT relies on support from several hundred member households along with grants and partnerships to carry out its mission of conserving special places in our community now and for generations to come.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • CONSERVATION:Two new nature areas were established under the Keweenaw Land Trust (KLT) land conservation program during 2024. Several donors contributed to the purchase of a land parcel of about 52 acres with 1,400 feet of undeveloped shoreline on Lake Superior, including the mouth of Jacob's Creek. Protection of undeveloped Lake Superior shoreline remains among the highest conservation priorities of the organization based in part on community input and regional conservation plans. This project also conserves high quality wooded dune and swale coastal habitats. The Boston Creek Nature Area was established by the donation of 40 acres to conserve a scenic quarter-mile stretch of the creek with rapids and small waterfalls and lined by woodland. A rolling topography, diverse habitats and exceptional examples of exposed nonesuch shale rock formations add interest and value to this conservation project. Several potential conservation projects are under evaluation or in development from partner referrals, landowner inquiries, and organizational program initiatives, including shoreline tracts, inland lakes, old growth forest and river frontage. KLT land protection staff participate in peer practitioner networking and online training through the national Land Trust Alliance for professional support and development. The national Land Trust Accreditation Commission awarded KLT renewal of its accreditation status, an important indication that KLT follows standards and practices to better ensure sound, legal and ethical transactions that will stand the test of time. KLT staff are working with legal counsel to update its methodology for drafting conservation easements to better align with current best practices. While easement work will continue, KLT has made an intentional shift towards protecting land by ownership, an approach that provides more direct public benefits and community connection to the land while offering KLT more control.
    Expenses $33,237
  • STEWARDSHIP:Keweenaw Land Trust (KLT) continued its work to enhance habitats and facilitate public access opportunities in keeping with conservation goals for its protected lands. KLT hosted an AmeriCorps National Civil Community Conservation team of 6 members for 8 weeks to bolster stewardship efforts during the 2024 field season. Engaging volunteers is a hallmark of growing stewardship capacity and personal connections to our protected land, and transferring knowledge that can facilitate better stewardship on private land. A component of our stewardship program is maintaining several rustic cabins available for scheduled use by donation. In accordance with LTA Standards & Practices, KLT conducted annual monitoring of its nature areas and private lands protected by conservation easements to ensure that conservation values are being protected. Documentation of monitoring and stewardship work is a critical component of accreditation with records selected by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission submitted as part of KLT's application for renewal of accreditation status. KLT continues to work on technological improvements to facilitate better networking, backup systems, security and organization of digital records for its conservation and stewardship programs.
    Expenses $133,495
  • OUTREACH -NATURE CONNECTIONS:Keweenaw Land Trust (KLT) offers a variety of programs aimed at strengthening connections to our protected lands and the broader natural world. Better understanding can translate to care and support for the conservation and stewardship efforts of the organization.New this year was a pilot Artist-in-Residence program supported by a mini-grant from the Land Trust Alliance. The program hosted 3 artists on Silver Island that later shared their work and stories at a public reception on the mainland. Story Trails are an ongoing program that posts pages of nature-themed books along a trail enticing visitors to hike and learn. Guided outdoor explorations often engage community partners or volunteers and mix learning, art and camaraderie in events on our protected lands. These include Tyke Hikes targeting families with youngsters and activities combined with stewarding or managing our nature areas. KLT programs teach about threats from invasive species and the benefits and logistics of native plantings to benefit wildlife habitats. KLT is a Leave No Trace partner encouraging responsible and ethical use of all lands open for public use. KLT engages with local schools (K-university) utilizing our protected lands as outdoor classrooms as well as sharing indoor learning about our conservation and stewardship work. KLT regularly conducts educational outreach through its website (www.KeweenawLandTrust.org), social media and email notices, and through print publication of newsletters, reports, and brochures. Countless individuals and groups create their own experiences on KLT protected lands that are open year-round for low-impact use by the general public at no charge.
    Expenses $33,600 · revenue $82
  • OTHER: KLT is an active member of the Keweenaw Invasive Species Management Area (KISMA) partnership, that engages interns and community partners in monitoring, management and educational outreach to raise awareness of invasive species and help control their spread. KLT supported ongoing partnerships with a Sustainable Film series and Keweenaw Geoheritage program. KLT served on an advisory committee as one stakeholder aimed at implementing a "Blueprint for the Heartlands" to guide future ownership and appropriate shared uses of about 32,000 acres of land in Keweenaw County currently under transitory ownership of The Nature Conservancy. KLT also serves on the advisory committee for the Lake Superior Stewardship Initiative that supports and connects community partners with K-12 classrooms engaged in stewardship learning and projects to benefit the Lake Superior watershed.
    Expenses $6,976

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026Not on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990 on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990 on file

IRS record

EIN
38-3299537
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
1996
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Environment (C34)
Assets (IRS master file)
$12,046,747
Income (IRS master file)
$1,570,898

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$1,570,075$289,689$12,046,747XML
990December 2023$662,096$273,514$10,684,028XML
990December 2022$322,408$265,861$10,038,092IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––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 38-3299537).

Questions about KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC

What is the EIN of KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC is 38-3299537.
Is KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1996.
Are donations to KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC 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 KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC due?
The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending December 31, 2025) is due May 15, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2024.
Who is the principal officer of KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Brennan Lauer.
Who are the officers and directors of KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 12 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $31,560 (Patricia Toczydlowski, Interim Executive Director/Project Specialist).
How much revenue does KEWEENAW LAND TRUST INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,570,075, expenses of $289,689 and total assets of $12,046,747 at year end.

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