To assure the perpetual survival of viable populations of desert tortoises throughout their historical ranges. We focus our efforts on the tortoise species complex that occurs in the southwestern United States and northwestern Mexico, currently recognized as Gopherus agassizii, Gopherus morafkai, and Gopherus evgoodei.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$568K
+76.0% YoY
Annual Giving
$27K
Grant Count
2
Avg Grant Size
$14K
About Desert Tortoise Council Inc
Based on IRS filings
Desert Tortoise Council Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Science & Technology, based in ACTON, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $568K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $27K. Net investment income was $3K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $568,456 | $323,062 | $328,649 |
| Revenue | $305,518 | $89,585 | — |
| Expenses | $239,291 | $95,172 | — |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $2,549 | $4,697 | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
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Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
4 open opportunities from Desert Tortoise Council Inc
Desert Tortoise Council: Regular Grants Program
DESERT TORTOISE COUNCIL INC
Amount
US $500 - US $10,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Innovations for Conservation of Desert Tortoise Populations or Habitat RFP Grant
DESERT TORTOISE COUNCIL INC
Amount
US $9,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Linda J. Allison Memorial Grant
DESERT TORTOISE COUNCIL INC
Amount
$2,500
Deadline
March 15, 2027
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Resi Solutions ($18,000), The Living Desert Zoo&gardens ($9,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| RESI SOLUTIONS ALBUQUERQUE, NM | CONSERVATION PROGRAMMING | $18,000 |
| THE LIVING DESERT ZOO&GARDENS PALM DESERT, CA | CONSERVATION PROGRAMMING | $9,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mari Quillman | CHAIR/TREASURER | 5 | — |
| Becky Jones | Corr. Secretary | 5 | — |
| Ed LaRue | Recording Sec. | 5 | — |
| RICK APPLEGATE | Director | 1 | — |
| KRISTEN BERRY | Director | 1 | — |
| Luke Basulto | Director | 1 | — |
| Margaret Fusari | Director | 1 | — |
| Max Havelka | Director | 1 | — |
| Judy Hohman | Director | 1 | — |
| Bruce Palmer | Director | 1 | — |
| Debra Hughson | Director | 1 | — |
| Mary Lane Poe | Director | 1 | — |
| Michael Tuma | Director | 1 | — |
| Peter Woodman | Director | 1 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Desert Tortoise Council Inc?
Desert Tortoise Council Inc is a nonprofit organization focused on Science & Technology, based in ACTON, CA. It holds $568K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Desert Tortoise Council Inc?
As of 2024, Desert Tortoise Council Inc holds $568K in total assets with $306K in annual revenue. It awarded 2 grants totaling $27K in 2024.
Where does Desert Tortoise Council Inc operate?
Desert Tortoise Council Inc has awarded grants in California, New Mexico.
What size grants does Desert Tortoise Council Inc award?
In 2024, Desert Tortoise Council Inc awarded 2 grants totaling $27K — an average of about $14K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Desert Tortoise Council Inc's EIN?
Desert Tortoise Council Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-3117744. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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