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Nonprofit · EIN 84-1635749

HOPA MOUNTAIN INC

Tax-exempt · BOZEMAN, MT 59718

Financials

$3.2M$2.4M2023$1.2M$1.4M2024
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of HOPA MOUNTAIN INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2024990$1,208,260$1,377,466-$169,206$2,959,289$61,781$2,897,508
December 31, 2023990$3,203,778$2,402,255$801,523$3,109,810$68,902$3,040,908
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$1,059,725
of which government grants
$529,728
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$145,453
Net gain from sales of assets
$68,270
Other revenue
$3,082

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$172,577
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$110,169
Other salaries and wages
$219,828
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$399,573
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Occupancy
$12,950
Travel
$25,705
Program services (functional)
$1,213,910
Management and general (functional)
$159,063
Fundraising (functional)
$4,493

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$3,109,810
Total assets, end of year
$2,959,289
Total liabilities, end of year
$61,781
Net assets, end of year
$2,897,508
Publicly traded securities
$1,674,537
Net assets without donor restrictions
$1,967,536
Net assets with donor restrictions
$929,972
Gross receipts
$2,434,707
Employees
17
Volunteers
100
Year formed
2004
State of legal domicile
MT

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 / weekCompensationOther / benefits
BONNIE SACHATELLO-SAWYERExecutive Dir.
Officer
40$104,922$5,247
dr KIRK BRANCHPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
dr LYNN PAULSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
VIVIAN HELVIKTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
DR SHANE DOYLEMEMBER AT LARGE
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
dr BRAD HALLMEMBER AT LARGE
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
DEBORAH GANGLOFFMEMBER AT LARGE
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
JULIAN COLLINSMEMBER AT LARGE
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
JOE HORSE CAPTUREMEMBER AT LARGE
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 9 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensationOther / benefits
Bonnie L Sachatello-SawyerExecutive Dir.
Officer
40$104,922$5,246
Dr Kirk BranchPresident
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
Vivian HelvikTreasurer
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
Dr Lynn PaulSecretary
Trustee or director, Officer
0.25$0$0
Joe Horse CaptureMember at Large
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
Julian CollinsMember at Large
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
Dr Shane DoyleMember at Large
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
Deborah GangloffMember at Large
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0
Dr Brad HallMember at Large
Trustee or director
0.25$0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
509 S 22ND AVE, BOZEMAN, MT 59718-6842
In care of
% BONNIE SACHATELLO-SAWYER
Principal officer (990 for 2024)
BONNIE L SACHATELLO-SAWYER
Signed the 990
BONNIE L SACHATELLO-SAWYER, Executive Dir.
Phone
(406) 586-2455
Return prepared by
Rudd & Company PLLC

Mission

Hopa Mountain invests in rural and tribal citizen leaders, adults and youth who areimproving education, ecological health, and economic development. Hopa Mountainprovides these leaders with training, mentoring, network opportunities, andfinancial resources to help them create opportunities for advancing in theircommunities.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2024

Program accomplishments

  • Strengthening the Circle(STC):Strengthening the Circle is a Native nonprofit leadership program that is designed to: (1) expand year-round capacity-building training and technical assistance services to Native nonprofits focusing on education and asset development; (2) provide Native nonprofit leaders with organizational development assistance to establish strategic plans and procedures for measuring progress and improving performance towards intended outcomes leading to community impact; (3) develop culturally appropriate training materials; and (4) invite foundation participation in STC and Native community-based initiatives to support and sustain this work. Forty-five Native nonprofit leaders were served through this program.
    Expenses $534,506 · grants $6,250
  • Local Food for Local Families:The purpose of the cooperative Local Food for Local Families initiative is to expandaccess to Montana grown food by increasing processing, distribution, and storagecapacity in local and regional food hubs and rural and tribal food pantries to meetthe needs of Montana families. Local Food for Local Families supports and connectsproducers, food hubs, food pantries and others to increase access to Montana grownand processed agricultural products. The goal of this initiative is to develop a more strategic, equitable and sustainable food system model statewide.
    Expenses $315,100 · grants $15,000
  • Hopa Mountain Scholars of Promise program:The Indigenous Scholars of Promise program is a college preparation program thatprovides students with training, mentoring, and support services to help themprepare to apply to the schools of their choice. High school sophomores, juniorsand seniors who currently have a 3.0 GPA or above and are considering applying thecolleges and universities are invited to apply to the program.Connecting with our Homelands is a grant opportunity specifically for Indigenousorganizations and schools. Funds are provided by the National Park Service that are regranted through a competitive application process to organizations and schools that want to bring youth ages 5 -18 and elders to a National Park to share Indigenous knowledge, cultural heritage, and traditions. A limited number of travelgrants of up to $2,500 are available to Indian Tribes, Alaskan Natives, and Native Hawaiian organizations. Eligible candidates include tribal programs, schools, and nonprofit organizations. Funds can only be used for direct costs for a trip, such as bus travel, lodging, and meals. Only one travel grant will be awarded per organization or tribe in order to allow as many youth as possible an opportunity to visit a park.Native Science Fellows(NSF):The Native Science Fellows program is effectively increasing the number of NativeAmerican students (ages 15-35) who are engaged in community-based geosciences education, field experiences and careers by: (1) providing role models and work experience for Native American tribal college and university students interested inthe geosciences; (2) developing an annual Fellows gathering with peer networks ofNative college students who are interested in pursuing geosciences careers; and (3)building a network of community-based science professionals who are committed tothe success of Native students and provide on-going support for personal, academicand professional success.
    Expenses $231,520 · grants $151,327
  • Hopa Mountain's StoryMakers and HealthMakers Programs:Hopa Mountain's StoryMakers and HealthMakers programs offer parents of children ages0-8 with high-quality books and early learning resources to support children's health and early literacy; child development information and book-sharing ideas; andpersonal encouragement for parents and caregivers as they support their children'slearning and health habits every day.
    Expenses $132,784

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
84-1635749
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
2004
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$2,959,289
Income (IRS master file)
$2,434,707

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2024$1,208,260$1,377,466$2,959,289XML
990December 2023$3,203,778$2,402,255$3,109,810XML
990December 2022$1,788,312$1,342,315$2,242,399IRS
990December 2021–––IRS
990December 2020–––IRS
990December 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 84-1635749).

Questions about HOPA MOUNTAIN INC

What is the EIN of HOPA MOUNTAIN INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of HOPA MOUNTAIN INC is 84-1635749.
Is HOPA MOUNTAIN INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2004.
Are donations to HOPA MOUNTAIN INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does HOPA MOUNTAIN 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 HOPA MOUNTAIN 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 HOPA MOUNTAIN 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 HOPA MOUNTAIN INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names BONNIE L SACHATELLO-SAWYER.
Who are the officers and directors of HOPA MOUNTAIN INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 9 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $104,922 (BONNIE SACHATELLO-SAWYER, Executive Dir.).
How much revenue does HOPA MOUNTAIN INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $1,208,260, expenses of $1,377,466 and total assets of $2,959,289 at year end.

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