HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Helping Hands Helping Paws

Alturas, CA | www.highplateauhumanesociety.org

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EIN: 68-0083409

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as of May 2023

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Mission

To prevent cruelty to animals, protect them from suffering and fear, and promote their welfare thorough public education; emergency support services; and foster care, re-homing, and spay/neuter services.

Ruling year info

1987

President

Ms. Kim Marchant

Board Secretary/Treasurer

Ms. Jennifer Andersen

Main address

114 East First Street PO Box 1383

Alturas, CA 96101 USA

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EIN

68-0083409

Subject area info

Animal welfare

Disasters and emergency management

Population served info

Adults

Economically disadvantaged people

Homeless people

NTEE code info

Animal Protection and Welfare (includes Humane Societies and SPCAs) (D20)

Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services (M20)

IRS subsection

501(c)(3) Public Charity

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990 or 990-EZ.

Tax forms

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Programs and results

What we aim to solve

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Improving adoption opportunities for our animals is our number one concern. We are addressing this by finding partners near urban centers who will accept adoptable animal transfers, improving our facilities to enhance training opportunities and human contact for our animals, and seeking out new venues for showcasing our animals.

Our programs

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

Low Income Spay and Neuter Program

Provide discounted spay and neuter services to Low Income families in Modoc County.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Pet Food Distribution Program

Provide low cost and free pet food to low-income and homeless families with pets.

Population(s) Served

Economically disadvantaged people

Homeless people

Barn Cat Program

Capture, alter, immunize and relocate feral cats to homes who agree to care for them and provide them with shelter. These are cats that are not adoptable through the Companion Cat Program due to their wild nature.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Companion Dog Program

Pull adoptable dogs from our area shelters, provide needed medical care, alter and immunize, and then find them new homes either directly or through transfer to other rescue organizations closer to population centers.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Companion Cat Program

Accept adoptable cats and kittens, provided any medical attention required, alter and immunize, and then rehome through our adoption center and adoption partners.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Companiion Animal Rehoming Program

Assist local residents in re-homing their cats and dogs through courtesy listings. Some animals are folded into the Companion Animal Dog and Cat programs where needed.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Emergency Response Program

Through a contract with Modoc County, provide emergency response services to companion animals in need.

Population(s) Served

Adults

Where we work

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Goals & Strategy

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Learn about the organization's key goals, strategies, capabilities, and progress.

Charting impact

Four powerful questions that require reflection about what really matters - results.

What is the organization aiming to accomplish?

#1. Rehome all adoptable, homeless cats and dogs in Modoc County.
#2. Reduce overpopulation of animals in Modoc County through low cost (and free where possible) spay and neuter programs.
#3. Provide low-cost (free where needed) immunization programs for pets of low-income families.
#4. Provide Emergency Animal Care services during natural disasters
#5. Provide animal care advice and training to the community where needed.

What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?

#1. Fundraise to bring outside funding to Modoc County, where the average income is substantially below the state average.
#2. Involve the community in our programs
#3. Advertise our services

What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?

We have a dedicated core group that has the training and experience to carry out our mission. We also are purchasing the building that is our base of operations, and improving our capacity to house, care for and train both cats and dogs.

What have they accomplished so far and what's next?

We have been on operation since 1987 and have successfully helped the majority of animals coming through the local shelters. However, we have not been able to help all the adoptable animals in need. We hope to expand our capacity through partnering with other organizations and improving our ability to train and care for our homeless cat and dog populations to improve their adoption chances.

Financials

HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Fiscal year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

Revenue vs. expenses: breakdown

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

NET GAIN/LOSS: in

Note: When component data are not available, the graph displays the total Revenue and/or Expense values.

Liquidity in 2021

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

0.34

Average of 0.06 over 6 years

Months of cash in 2021

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

3.2

Average of 0.5 over 6 years

Fringe rate in 2021

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

0%

Average of 0% over 6 years

Funding sources

Source: IRS Form 990

Assets & liabilities

Source: IRS Form 990

Financial data

Source: IRS Form 990

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Revenue & expenses

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

Fiscal year ending: Download Data

Revenue
Contributions	$30,802
Program Services	$0
Investments	$16
Special Events	$4,646
Sales	$25,746
Other	$1,605
Total Revenue	$62,815

Expenses
Grants	$1,000
Salaries & Employee Benefits	$0
Professional Fees	$225
Occupancy	$15,400
Printing, Publications, Postage, etc.	$0
Other Expenses	$59,209
Total Expenses	$75,834
Net Gain/Loss	($13,019)

Revenue
Contributions	$25,300
Program Services	$0
Investments	$12
Special Events	$4,392
Sales	$23,611
Other	$2,981
Total Revenue	$56,296

Expenses
Grants	$125
Salaries & Employee Benefits	$0
Professional Fees	$225
Occupancy	$16,101
Printing, Publications, Postage, etc.	$0
Other Expenses	$58,491
Total Expenses	$74,942
Net Gain/Loss	($18,646)

Revenue
Contributions	$42,467
Program Services	$0
Investments	$3
Special Events	$6,319
Sales	$20,819
Other	$1,500
Total Revenue	$71,108

Expenses
Grants	$0
Salaries & Employee Benefits	$0
Professional Fees	$275
Occupancy	$17,806
Printing, Publications, Postage, etc.	$0
Other Expenses	$55,112
Total Expenses	$73,193
Net Gain/Loss	($2,085)

Revenue
Contributions	$78,244
Program Services	$0
Investments	$6
Special Events	$6,375
Sales	$28,201
Other	$1,500
Total Revenue	$114,326

Expenses
Grants	$0
Salaries & Employee Benefits	$0
Professional Fees	$300
Occupancy	$19,578
Printing, Publications, Postage, etc.	$379
Other Expenses	$78,281
Total Expenses	$98,538
Net Gain/Loss	$15,788

Revenue
Contributions	$96,457
Program Services	$0
Investments	$37
Special Events	$33,119
Sales	$25,802
Other	$1,500
Total Revenue	$156,915

Expenses
Grants	$0
Salaries & Employee Benefits	$0
Professional Fees	$325
Occupancy	$22,722
Printing, Publications, Postage, etc.	$0
Other Expenses	$117,542
Total Expenses	$140,589
Net Gain/Loss	$16,326

Revenue
Contributions	$158,556
Government Grants	$0
Program Services	$0
Investments	$404
Special Events	$21,184
Sales	$26,761
Other	$403
Total Revenue	$207,308

Expenses
Program Services	$113,683
Administration	$28,593
Fundraising	$0
Total Expenses	$142,276
Net Gain/Loss	$65,032

Functional expenses
Accounting Fees	$425
Advertising & Promotion	$262
Information Technology Expenses	$0
Insurance Expenses	$0
Interest Expenses	$4,951
Investment Management Fees	$0
Legal Fees	$0
Pension Plan Contributions	$0
Professional Fundraising Expenses	$0

HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Balance sheet

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

The balance sheet gives a snapshot of the financial health of an organization at a particular point in time. An organization's total assets should generally exceed its total liabilities, or it cannot survive long, but the types of assets and liabilities must also be considered. For instance, an organization's current assets (cash, receivables, securities, etc.) should be sufficient to cover its current liabilities (payables, deferred revenue, current year loan, and note payments). Otherwise, the organization may face solvency problems. On the other hand, an organization whose cash and equivalents greatly exceed its current liabilities might not be putting its money to best use.

Fiscal year ending: Download Data

Assets	Jan 01, 2016	Dec 31, 2016	Change
Contributions	$30,802
Cash & Equivalents	$43,854	$28,924	($14,930)
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$124,055	$122,322	($1,733)
Other	$1,807	$1,375	($432)
Total Assets	$169,716	$152,621	($17,095)

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2016	Dec 31, 2016	Change
Total Liabilities	$88,498	$84,422	($4,076)

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2016	Dec 31, 2016	Change
Net Assets	$81,218	$68,199	($13,019)

Assets	Jan 01, 2017	Dec 31, 2017	Change
Contributions	$25,300
Cash & Equivalents	$28,924	$9,442	($19,482)
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$122,322	$118,640	($3,682)
Other	$1,375	$1,618	$243
Total Assets	$1,526,217	$129,700	($1,396,517)

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2017	Dec 31, 2017	Change
Total Liabilities	$84,422	$80,147	($4,275)

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2017	Dec 31, 2017	Change
Net Assets	$68,199	$49,553	($18,646)

Assets	Jan 01, 2018	Dec 31, 2018	Change
Contributions	$42,467
Cash & Equivalents	$9,442	$4,428	($5,014)
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$118,640	$115,199	($3,441)
Other	$1,618	$3,718	$2,100
Total Assets	$129,700	$123,345	($6,355)

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2018	Dec 31, 2018	Change
Total Liabilities	$80,147	$75,877	($4,270)

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2018	Dec 31, 2018	Change
Net Assets	$49,553	$47,468	($2,085)

Assets	Jan 01, 2019	Dec 31, 2019	Change
Contributions	$78,244
Cash & Equivalents	$4,428	$10,322	$5,894
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$115,199	$111,906	($3,293)
Other	$3,718	$12,212	$8,494
Total Assets	$123,345	$134,440	$11,095

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2019	Dec 31, 2019	Change
Total Liabilities	$75,877	$71,184	($4,693)

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2019	Dec 31, 2019	Change
Net Assets	$47,468	$63,256	$15,788

Assets	Jan 01, 2020	Dec 31, 2020	Change
Contributions	$96,457
Cash & Equivalents	$10,322	$71,913	$61,591
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$111,158	$108,573	($2,585)
Other	$12,960	$8,643	($4,317)
Total Assets	$134,440	$189,129	$54,689

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2020	Dec 31, 2020	Change
Total Liabilities	$71,184	$109,547	$38,363

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2020	Dec 31, 2020	Change
Net Assets	$63,256	$79,582	$16,326

Assets	Jan 01, 2021	Dec 31, 2021	Change
Contributions	$158,556
Cash & Equivalents	$71,913	$35,980	($35,933)
Accounts Receivable	$0	$0	$0
Pledges & Grants Receivable	$0	$0	$0
Receivable, Other	$0	$0	$0
Inventories for Sale or Use	$0	$0	$0
Investment, Securities	$0	$0	$0
Investment, Other	$0	$0	$0
Fixed Assets (LBE - Depreciation)	$117,216	$214,153	$96,937
Other	$0	$35	$35
Total Assets	$189,129	$250,168	$61,039

Liabilities	Jan 01, 2021	Dec 31, 2021	Change
Accounts Payable	$502	$1,655	$1,153
Grants Payable	$0	$0	$0
Deferred Revenue	$0	$0	$0
Loans and Notes	$109,045	$103,899	($5,146)
Tax-Exempt Bond Liabilities	$0	$0	$0
Other	$0	$0	$0
Total Liabilities	$109,547	$105,554	($3,993)

Fund balance	Jan 01, 2021	Dec 31, 2021	Change
Temporarily Restricted Net Assets	N/A	N/A	N/A
Permanently Restricted Net Assets	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total Restricted Net Assets	$0	$0	$0
Unrestricted Net Assets	$0	$0	$0
Net Assets	$79,582	$144,614	$65,032

HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Financial trends analysis Glossary & formula definitions

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

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Business model indicators

Profitability	2021
Unrestricted surplus (deficit) before depreciation	$74,053
As % of expenses	55.6%
Unrestricted surplus (deficit) after depreciation	$65,032
As % of expenses	45.7%

Revenue composition
Total revenue (unrestricted & restricted)	$207,308
Total revenue, % change over prior year	0.0%
Program services revenue	0.0%
Membership dues	0.0%
Investment income	0.0%
Government grants	0.0%
All other grants and contributions	86.7%
Other revenue	13.3%

Expense composition
Total expenses before depreciation	$133,255
Total expenses, % change over prior year	0.0%
Personnel	0.0%
Professional fees	2.3%
Occupancy	11.5%
Interest	3.7%
Pass-through	0.0%
All other expenses	82.5%

Full cost components (estimated)	2021
Total expenses (after depreciation)	$142,276
One month of savings	$11,105
Debt principal payment	$5,146
Fixed asset additions	$105,958
Total full costs (estimated)	$264,485

Capital structure indicators

Liquidity	2021
Months of cash	3.2
Months of cash and investments	3.2
Months of estimated liquid unrestricted net assets	-0.8

Balance sheet composition	2021
Cash	$35,980
Investments	$0
Receivables	$0
Gross land, buildings, equipment (LBE)	$267,270
Accumulated depreciation (as a % of LBE)	19.9%
Liabilities (as a % of assets)	42.2%
Unrestricted net assets	$0
Temporarily restricted net assets	N/A
Permanently restricted net assets	N/A
Total restricted net assets	$0
Total net assets	$144,614

Key data checks

Key data checks	2021
Material data errors	No

Operations

The people, governance practices, and partners that make the organization tick.

Documents

Letter of Determination

Form 1023/1024 is not available for this organization

President

Ms. Kim Marchant

Kim Marchant has been the President of the High Plateau Humane Society since 2019. She also manages the day to day operations of our Thrift Store, which brings in about one-third of our revenue to support our animals. Formerly a UPS Deliver Driver, Kim has taken the legendary friendly demeanor of the UPS Driver with her into retirement and applied it to her work with us. We are very lucky to have her leadership.

Board Secretary/Treasurer

Jennifer Andersen

Jennifer Andersen is a retired City Planner and Project Manager with 30 years experience generating and managing multi-million dollar project budgets, organizational policies and programs, and improvement projects. We have been very lucky to have Jennifer join our team as the Board Secretary/Treasurer for the High Plateau Humane Society in 2018. In addition to record keeping, financial accounting, and grant writing, Jennifer jumps in as necessary to assist with our Dog Rescue program, and is in charge of our Emergency Response Team which is generally activated during fire season.

Number of employees

Source: IRS Form 990

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Officers, directors, trustees, and key employees

SOURCE: IRS Form 990

Compensation

Other

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Compensation data

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There are no highest paid employees recorded for this organization.

HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Board of directors
as of 03/24/2023

SOURCE: Self-reported by organization

Board of directors data

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Board chair

Ms Kim Marchant

retired

Term: 2019 - 2024

Kim Marchant

retired

Jenn Andersen

retired

Alissa Dewberry

retired

Organizational demographics

SOURCE: Self-reported; last updated 1/14/2022

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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity

White/Caucasian/European

Gender identity

Female

Disability status

Person without a disability

The organization's co-leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity

White/Caucasian/European

Gender identity

Female

Disability status

Person without a disability

Race & ethnicity

No data

Gender identity

No data

Sexual orientation

No data

Disability

No data

There are no contractors recorded for this organization.

Professional fundraisers

Fiscal year ending

SOURCE: IRS Form 990 Schedule G

Solicitation activities

Gross receipts from fundraising

Retained by organization

Paid to fundraiser

HIGH PLATEAU HUMANE SOCIETY

Helping Hands Helping Paws

Mission

Is this your nonprofit?

Programs and results

What we aim to solve

Our programs

Low Income Spay and Neuter Program

Pet Food Distribution Program

Barn Cat Program

Companion Dog Program

Companion Cat Program

Companiion Animal Rehoming Program

Emergency Response Program

Where we work

Goals & Strategy

Charting impact

What is the organization aiming to accomplish?

What are the organization's key strategies for making this happen?

What are the organization's capabilities for doing this?

What have they accomplished so far and what's next?

Financials

Revenue vs. expenses: breakdown

Liquidity in 2021 info

0.34

Months of cash in 2021 info

3.2

Fringe rate in 2021 info

0%

Funding sources info

Assets & liabilities info

Financial data

Digitizing IRS form 990 data

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Business model indicators

Capital structure indicators

Key data checks

Operations

Documents

President

Ms. Kim Marchant

Board Secretary/Treasurer

Jennifer Andersen

Number of employees

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Compensation data

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Board of directors data

Ms Kim Marchant

Organizational demographics

Leadership

Race & ethnicity

Gender identity

Sexual orientation

Disability

Professional fundraisers

Solicitation activities

Liquidity in 2021

Months of cash in 2021

Fringe rate in 2021

Funding sources

Assets & liabilities