Eastern Sierra Land Trust
Established in 2001, Eastern Sierra Land Trust (ESLT) works with willing landownersto preserve vital lands in the eastern sierra region for their scenic, agricultural,natural, recreational, historical, and watershed values. ESLT recognizes that theland we share has long been used in a variety of ways, and we work to preserve ahealthy balance of uses from ranching to hiking, wildlife habitats to favoritefishing spots that can be sustained forever, ensuring a strong local economy andhealthy environment for generations to come. ESLT works to help families in the faceof pressures to subdivide their working farms and ranches. We work with landownersto protect the regions critical habitats. We work to offer the entire eastern sierra community, residents and visitors, the opportunity to connect with our treasured lands, wildlife and a rural heritage.as a nationally accredited land trust, ESLT meets the highest standards for excellence, trust and permanence.
Eastern Sierra Land Trust at a glance
In short: Eastern Sierra Land Trust gave $16K across 1 grant in 2025 (avg $16K), mostly in California. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $16,407
- Grants made (2025)
- 1
- Average grant
- $16,407
- Median grant
- $16,407
- Total assets
- $15,952,331
- +9.9% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated November 2026.
Who Eastern Sierra Land Trust funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Owens Valley Indian Water Com ($16K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2025 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 1 grant totaling $16K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Owens Valley Indian Water Com Bishop, CA | — | $16,407 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15,952,331 | $2,057,407 | $1,608,202 | $16,407 | 1 | $472,761 |
| 2024 | $14,509,922 | $1,322,842 | $1,290,259 | — | — | $396,231 |
| 2023 | $14,052,350 | $1,002,280 | $1,174,626 | — | — | $325,418 |
| 2022 | $13,324,210 | $778,046 | $805,152 | — | — | $148,888 |
| 2021 | $15,273,078 | $1,487,588 | $733,608 | — | — | $84,896 |
| 2020 | $14,503,220 | $2,418,170 | $759,640 | — | — | $100,705 |
About Eastern Sierra Land Trust
Based on IRS filings
Eastern Sierra Land Trust is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Bishop, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $16.0M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 1 grant totaling $16K. Net investment income was $473K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Eastern Sierra Land Trust is led by Mark Drew, Executive Director on the 2025 filing; 4 of 19 officers listed in 2025 are compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Mark Drew
Executive Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$153K (2025)
Bob Gardner
Board Chair
President → Board Member, 2024
Board Member → Board Chair, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Amy Sturgill
Conservation Director
Interim Executive Director → Conservation Director, 2025
On filings since 2024
40 hrs/week
$110K (2024) → $112K (2025)
Darlene Scheutz
Development Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$101K (2025)
Emmalyn Snead
Stewardship Director
New on the 2025 filing
40 hrs/week
$102K (2025)
Brynn Pewtherer
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Cyd Jenefsky
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Fran Hunt
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Joanne Parsons
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marie Patrick
Board Member
Vice President → Board Chair, 2021
Board Chair → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Randy Keller
Board Member
Secretary → Board Member, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rick Kattelmann
Board Member
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Robert Sharp
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tim Bartley
Vice Chair
Board Member → Vice Chair, 2023
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tony Taylor
Emeritus
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Leslie Hunewill
Board Member
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Marta Kurland
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Scott Burns
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Steve Nelson
Board Member
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Kay Ogden (2020–2024) — Executive Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $153K, to Mark Drew (Executive Dir.). 4 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Eastern Sierra Land Trust
How much does Eastern Sierra Land Trust give each year?
Eastern Sierra Land Trust gave $16K across 1 grant in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is Eastern Sierra Land Trust?
Eastern Sierra Land Trust reported $16.0M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.1M.
What is Eastern Sierra Land Trust?
Eastern Sierra Land Trust is a public charity focused on Environment & Animals, based in Bishop, CA. It holds $16.0M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does Eastern Sierra Land Trust operate?
Eastern Sierra Land Trust has awarded grants in California.
What is Eastern Sierra Land Trust's EIN?
Eastern Sierra Land Trust's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 77-0566099. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated November 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(1)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS September 15, 2026)
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