Nonprofit · EIN 68-0223143
PLACER LAND TRUST
Tax-exempt · AUBURN, CA 95603
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $30,050,893 | $10,594,393 | $19,456,500 | $122,692,771 | $3,225,758 | $119,467,013 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $26,639,798
- of which government grants
- $10,984,266
- Program service revenue
- $517,606
- Investment income
- $2,917,417
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $2,432,824
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$30,494
- Other revenue
- -$23,928
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $162,021
- Other salaries and wages
- $850,174
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $1,204,570
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $48,439
- Accounting fees
- $60,839
- Occupancy
- $46,322
- Travel
- $4,903
- Depreciation
- $27,386
- Program services (functional)
- $9,952,218
- Management and general (functional)
- $477,452
- Fundraising (functional)
- $164,723
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $103,685,644
- Total assets, end of year
- $122,692,771
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $3,225,758
- Net assets, end of year
- $119,467,013
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $156,440
- Publicly traded securities
- $21,561,689
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $4,357,039
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $115,109,974
- Gross receipts
- $65,917,377
- Employees
- 15
- Volunteers
- 113
- Year formed
- 1991
- State of legal domicile
- CA
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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEFF DARLINGTON | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Officer | 40 | $162,021 |
| CHRISTINE PIEPER | PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| FRED YEAGER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| LOREN CLARK | VICE PRESIDENT Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| RICH FERRERIA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| ROBERT GILLIOM | TREASURER Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| JIM HAAGEN-SMIT | SECRETARY Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
| CATHY JOHNSON | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| BARBARA BRENNER | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MEHREY VAGHTI | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| DOUG HOUSTON | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| KATE NITTA | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| MAGGIE TIDES | DIRECTOR Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 922 LINCOLN WAY STE 200, AUBURN, CA 95603-5284
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Jeff Darlington, 922 Lincoln Way Suite 200, Auburn, CA 95603
- Signed the 990
- JEFF DARLINGTON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
- Phone
- (530) 887-9222
- Return prepared by
- MICHAEL SHIMIZU CPA
Mission
Placer Land Trust works with willing landowners and conservation partners to permanently protect and care for natural and agricultural lands in Placer County for current and future generations.
Program accomplishments
- Land Conservation and Protection The primary mission of Placer Land Trust (PLT) is to protect agricultural and natural lands in the Placer County region for public benefit through the acquisition and stewardship of land and conservation easements. During this fiscal year, PLT successfully protected an additional 308 acres, increasing the total land protected to 22,386 acres. These accomplishments reflect PLTs commitment to safeguarding vital landscapes for the benefit of current and future generations.Expenses $1,344,073 · revenue $517,606
- Placer Land Trust actively manages the properties it owns to ensure public benefits are preserved now and for future generations in perpetuity. When feasible we work to enhance the public value of these properties by restoring wildlife habitats, controlling non-native invasive species, reducing fuel loads, improving public access, and more. For example, we own vernal pool and wetland preserves in western Placer County, including Doty Ravine Preserve and Swainsons Grassland Preserves. On these properties we protect endangered species, manage invasive species, restore and enhance wetland and upland habitat, reduce fuel loads, and conduct educational tours. Additionally, we protect agricultural lands from urban sprawl, ensuring that viable, productive farmland remains available in perpetuity to support regional, community, and national food needs.Expenses $8,477,547
- Community Engagement Placer Land Trust recognizes the significant health and quality-of-life benefits associated with time spent in nature. To promote outdoor access and engagement, in addition to acquisition and protection, we focus on creating opportunities for the public to enjoy our preserves. Key activities include (a) Building and Maintaining Trails - Trails are designed and maintained for hiking, running, mountain biking, and horseback riding; (b) Volunteer-Led Hikes and Tours - Docents guide recreational and educational hikes and tours to encourage public connection with nature; (c) Collaborative Partnerships - We work with various partners including recreational and outdoor education organizations to provide diverse public experiences; (d) Land Stewardship Activities - Community members participate in activities such as invasive species removal (e.g., Scotch broom clearing), tree planting, fuel reduction, and trail maintenance. Our outreach efforts, led primarily by volunteers with staff and board oversight, are inclusive and designed to engage people of all ages. We emphasize reaching traditionally underserved populations to ensure equitable access to nature and its benefits.Expenses $130,598
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.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 68-0223143
- 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
- 1995
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Environment (C340)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $122,692,771
- Income (IRS master file)
- $65,917,377
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2023 | $4,426,680 | $1,597,284 | $94,551,753 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS publishes only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years appear here as 990.tax collects the monthly files. 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.
Questions about PLACER LAND TRUST
- What is the EIN of PLACER LAND TRUST?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of PLACER LAND TRUST is 68-0223143.
- Is PLACER LAND TRUST tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1995.
- Are donations to PLACER LAND TRUST tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does PLACER 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 PLACER LAND TRUST 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 PLACER LAND TRUST 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 PLACER LAND TRUST?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Jeff Darlington.
- Who are the officers and directors of PLACER LAND TRUST?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 13 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $162,021 (JEFF DARLINGTON, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR).
- How much revenue does PLACER LAND TRUST have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $30,050,893, expenses of $10,594,393 and total assets of $122,692,771 at year end.
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