Nonprofit · EIN 87-1543337
VITAL IMPACTS
Tax-exempt · MISSOULA, MT 59802
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $531,255 | $625,790 | -$94,535 | $745,483 | $124,889 | $620,594 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990 | $713,650 | $368,161 | $345,489 | $711,395 | $13,682 | $697,713 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $270,137
- Program service revenue
- $246,839
- Investment income
- $14,279
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $77
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $154,537
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $101,630
- Other salaries and wages
- $2,953
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $111,953
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $1,853
- Travel
- $11,312
- Program services (functional)
- $560,226
- Management and general (functional)
- $60,047
- Fundraising (functional)
- $5,517
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $711,395
- Total assets, end of year
- $745,483
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $124,889
- Net assets, end of year
- $620,594
- Publicly traded securities
- $5,833
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $620,594
- Gross receipts
- $547,022
- Employees
- 2
- Volunteers
- 0
- Year formed
- 2021
- 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.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eileen Mignoni | Chief Operations Officer Officer | 30 | $77,775 |
| Ami Vitale | ED/President Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $23,856 |
| Wanjiku Kinuthia | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Nadia Allaudin | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Anastasia Khoo | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 18 | $0 |
| Amy Scarfone | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 5 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2023: 6 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eileen Mignoni | Chief Operations Officer Officer | 30 | $63,685 |
| Ami Vitale | ED/President Trustee or director, Officer | 30 | $57,855 |
| Amy Scarfone | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $725 |
| Wanjiku Kinuthia | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Nadia Allaudin | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Anastasia Khoo | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 400 W BROADWAY ST STE 101 PMB 243, MISSOULA, MT 59802-4136
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Ami Vitale, 400 W Broadway Street, Missoula, MT 59802
- Signed the 990
- Ami Vitale, ED/President
- Phone
- (406) 493-6873
- Website
- www.vitalimpacts.org
- Return prepared by
- Hozik & Company PLC
Mission
Vital Impacts is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to support communities and grassroots organizations who are protecting people, wildlife and habitats.
Program accomplishments
- Vital Impacts annual print and film sales serve as a direct force for conservation, empowering artists while generating crucial funding. By collaborating with over 100 renowned and emerging photographers, we raise both awareness and financial support for urgent environmental causes, creating a sustainable model that benefits conservation efforts and creative expression alike. In 2024, proceeds enabled us to make a $24,188 donation to Reteti Elephant Sanctuary, supporting the release of 13 orphaned elephants and their Milk-to-Market Program, benefiting over 1,280 women in the local community. We also donated $73,115 to the Jane Goodall Institute Roots & Shoots program, fostering future environmental leaders. Additionally, we launched Saving the Monarchs, raising funds for Monarch Watch and FOCEN to protect Monarch Butterfly habitats. Our impact continues to grow, combining art with advocacy to drive global change.Expenses $323,354 · grants $107,537 · revenue $246,839
- Vital Impacts Grants and Mentorship Program supports local storytellers in communities most affected by environmental challenges, equipping them with tools, networks, and opportunities to inspire change. In 2024, we awarded seven grants totaling $50,000 to empower local photographers who document environmental issues and solutions within their communities. Their storytelling highlights resilience and drives meaningful change. Our mentoring program paired 10 emerging environmental photographers with journalists and editors from leading media outlets, including National Geographic, Smithsonian, and The Washington Post, resulting in 175 articles published. Additionally, our monthly online mentorship series engaged 884 local journalists from 79 countries, fostering a global network of environmental communicators, expanding publishing opportunities, and enhancing media innovation.Expenses $114,020 · grants $47,000
- Vital Impacts Student Speaker Series brings compelling environmental stories into classrooms nationwide. Led by renowned scientists and storytellers, these live sessions engage students in grades 5 to 9, aligning with national science standards to enhance environmental education. In 2024, the program reached over 25,000 students across 30 U.S. markets, providing real-world examples of conservation efforts. These interactive sessions not only inspire young minds but also offer tailored educational resources that bridge classroom learning with urgent environmental challenges. Additionally, 1,000 students were introduced to local environmental volunteer organizations, fostering hands-on involvement and community engagement. By connecting young learners to real conservation action, the series cultivates future environmental leaders.Expenses $122,852
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 year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | Not 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
- 87-1543337
- 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
- 2022
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Community improvement and capacity building (S20)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $745,483
- Income (IRS master file)
- $547,022
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2024 | $531,255 | $625,790 | $745,483 | XML |
| 990 | December 2023 | $713,650 | $368,161 | $711,395 | XML |
| 990 | December 2022 | $1,035,463 | $1,111,328 | $361,537 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2021 | – | – | – | 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 87-1543337).
Questions about VITAL IMPACTS
- What is the EIN of VITAL IMPACTS?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of VITAL IMPACTS is 87-1543337.
- Is VITAL IMPACTS tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
- Are donations to VITAL IMPACTS tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does VITAL IMPACTS 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 VITAL IMPACTS 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 VITAL IMPACTS 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 VITAL IMPACTS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 names Ami Vitale.
- Who are the officers and directors of VITAL IMPACTS?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 lists 6 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $77,775 (Eileen Mignoni, Chief Operations Officer).
- How much revenue does VITAL IMPACTS have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2024 it reported revenue of $531,255, expenses of $625,790 and total assets of $745,483 at year end.
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