Nonprofit · EIN 47-1524279
CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC
Tax-exempt · MADISON, GA 30650
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $33,932 | $52,039 | -$18,107 | $1,122,121 | $0 | $1,122,121 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $383,106 | $51,425 | $331,681 | $1,121,634 | $0 | $1,121,634 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $177,322 | $107,255 | $70,067 | $789,953 | $0 | $789,953 |
| December 31, 2022 | 990 | $58,419 | $54,724 | $3,695 | $719,886 | $0 | $719,886 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $5,785
- Program service revenue
- $200
- Investment income
- $27,947
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $400
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $28,000
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $1,580
- Accounting fees
- $499
- Occupancy
- $13,942
- Program services (functional)
- $45,163
- Management and general (functional)
- $6,876
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $1,121,634
- Total assets, end of year
- $1,122,121
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $1,122,121
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $550,763
- Publicly traded securities
- $409,421
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $1,122,121
- Gross receipts
- $33,932
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 0
- Year formed
- 2014
- State of legal domicile
- GA
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rothermel | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Sam Kaywood | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Betty Richter | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Jerry McCollum | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Ernest Edward Taylor | Immediate Past Chair Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Tonya Boniatibus | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Terry Tatum | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Betsie Rothermel | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Jon Tonge | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 9 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rothermel | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Sam Kaywood | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Hans Neuhauser | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Jerry McCollum | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Ernest Edward Taylor | Immediate Past Chair Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Tonya Boniatibus | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Betty Richter | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Betsie Rothermel | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Jon Tonge | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rothermel | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Sam Kaywood | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Hans Neuhauser | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Jerry McCollum | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 0 | $0 |
| Ernest Edward Taylor | Immediate Past Chair Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Tonya Boniatibus | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Jennfer Ceska | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Betty Richter | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Betsie Rothermel | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
| Jon Tonge | Director Trustee or director | 0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2022: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scott Rothermel | Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Virginia Forbes | Vice Chair Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Hans Neuhauser | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Terry Tatum | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Ernest Edward Taylor | Immediate Past Chair Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Tonya Bonitatibus | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jennifer Ceska | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Sam Kaywood | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jerry McCollum | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Betty Richter | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Betsie Rothermel | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Jon Tonge | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 257, MADISON, GA 30650-0257
- In care of
- % SCOTT ROTHERMEL
- Mailing address (990-N for 2021)
- PO Box 257, Madison GA 30650
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Scott Rothermel, PO BOX 257, MADISON, GA 306500257
- Principal officer (990-N for 2021)
- Scott Rothermel, PO Box 257, Madison GA 30650
- Signed the 990
- Jerry McCollum, Treasurer
- Phone
- (404) 402-4825
Mission
The Wharton Conservation Center honors the legacies of ecologist Dr. Charles H. Wharton and philanthropist Carol Miley by permanently preserving land and life forms in the Tallulah River watershed of the Southern Appalachians and by fostering compatible long-term scientific research and experiential education.
Program accomplishments
- LAND MANAGEMENT: We will identify indicators for long-term monitoring and study establish baseline parameters and collect initial baseline data using GIS photographs etc. We will map trails on Wharton Center property and surrounding national forest lands. We will determine and implement strategies for controlling non-native invasive species prioritizing those most likely to interfere with Wharton Centers mission e.g. Hemlock woolly adelgid Spiraea japonica etc. Additionally we will reintroduce native species as appropriate guided by a scientific advisory panel.Expenses $13,549
- LAND CONSERVATION: Inform stakeholders about the terms and limits of the conservation easement held by The Conservation Fund TCF; create and update an FAQs fact sheet; arrange periodic site visits by TCF to ensure compliance with the easement terms; inventory land conservation tools for the Tallulah River watershed and promote their use; prioritize conservation projects in the watershed and explore promotion methodsExpenses $9,033
- Research: Identify research institutions for collaboration engage a scientific advisory panel including members from collaborating institutions to establish research protocols develop on-site support facilities for researchers promote interdisciplinary research focusing on ecosystems and natural communities at the Wharton Center and encourage publication of research results in scientific journals and non-academic outlets.Expenses $9,033 · revenue $200
- LEGACIES: continue to honor the contributions of Mrs. Carol Miley e.g. scholarship program; support Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library caretakers of Dr. Whartons journals research papers etc. and inform researchers educators of their availability; and support the preparation and publication of a history of Dr. Whartons career.Expenses $4,516 · revenue $485
- EXPERIENTIAL EDUCATION: Continue identifying educational institutions for collaboration engaging an Educational Advisory Panel. Inventory compatible programs explore trail linkages e.g. Appalachian Trail Bartram Trail for Wharton Center as a base camp. Provide on and offsite programs led by Wharton Center.Expenses $4,516
- ADVOCACY: We aim to develop a Retreat Center to foster Dr. Whartons visionary ideas train land conservation advocates in the Southern Appalachians and offer funding for advocacy retreats.Expenses $4,516
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. 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
- 47-1524279
- 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
- 2015
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- Environment (C30)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $1,122,121
- Income (IRS master file)
- $33,932
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $33,932 | $52,039 | $1,122,121 | XML |
| 990 | December 2024 | $383,106 | $51,425 | $1,121,634 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $177,322 | $107,255 | $789,953 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $58,419 | $54,724 | $719,886 | XML |
| 990-N for 2021 Officer: Scott Rothermel | December 31, 2021 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2020 Officer: Scott Rothermel | December 31, 2020 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
| 990-N for 2019 Officer: Scott Rothermel | December 31, 2019 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
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 47-1524279).
Questions about CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC
- What is the EIN of CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC is 47-1524279.
- Is CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2015.
- Are donations to CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC 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 CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC 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 CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Scott Rothermel.
- Who are the officers and directors of CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 9 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does CHARLES H WHARTON CONSERVATION CENTER INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $33,932, expenses of $52,039 and total assets of $1,122,121 at year end.
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