2024-02-09T06:25:50-08:00 2023-09-30 461592906 Jones Simkins LLC 1011 West 400 North Suite 100 Logan UT 84321 990 2022-10-01 830322668 GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION GRAN 3077320629 PO Box 249 Moose WY 83012 LESLIE MATTSON President 2024-02-09 true LESLIE MATTSON 999009999 true RICK E ARNELL CPA P01337052 4357521510 0 AAL1 IAL1 FAL1 2022 2023-04-26 12:10:37Z LESLIE MATTSON PO Box 249 Moose WY 83012 15962088 false X WWW.GTNPF.ORG X 1997 WY GRANTS TO GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK FOR THE PROTECTION, RESTORATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF PARK RESOURCES. THIS CONTRIBUTES TO THE EXPERIENCE OF THE 4.3 MILLION ANNUAL VISITORS. 24 24 36 56 0 11328858 10221916 0 1045249 388697 0 12374107 10610613 5508369 2894686 0 1894672 2246422 0 1435535 754989 846118 8158030 5987226 4216077 4623387 17490260 23615023 268215 1396261 17222045 22218762 X GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION (THE FOUNDATION) IS A PRIVATE, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO FUND PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS THAT PRESERVE AND ENHANCE GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK'S CULTURAL, HISTORIC, AND NATURAL RESOURCES AND TO HELP OTHERS LEARN ABOUT AND PROTECT THE PARK'S UNIQUE FEATURES. BUDGET LIMITATIONS, COMBINED WITH INCREASING VISITATION, LED THE NATIONAL PARK SERVICE TO CREATE PARTNERSHIPS WITH ORGANIZATIONS LIKE THE FOUNDATION TO RAISE PRIVATE MONEY FOR SPECIAL PARK NEEDS. THE FOUNDATION INITIATES IMPROVEMENTS, CRITICAL RESEARCH, AND PROJECTS THAT IMPROVE VISITORS' EXPERIENCES, CREATING A SOLID FUTURE FOR GRAND TETON. SINCE 1997, THE ORGANIZATION HAS RAISED FUNDS FOR EFFORTS THAT CONNECT YOUTH TO NATURE, PRESERVE CULTURAL RESOURCES, PROTECT WILDLIFE AND NATURAL RESOURCES, AND ENHANCE VISITOR EXPERIENCES. IN ADDITION, THE FOUNDATION HAS COMPLETED CAPITAL PROJECTS SUCH AS CONSTRUCTION OF THE CRAIG THOMAS DISCOVERY AND VISITOR CENTER, THE CONSERVATION OF 640 ACRES O false false 1179498 1068789 WILDLIFE AND NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION: Climate change, invasive species, land use and development patterns, and changing visitation all threaten to disrupt the sensitive ecological relationships that characterize Grand Teton today. Projects supported by the Foundation's wildlife and natural resources initiative make significant strides toward ensuring the long-term ecological integrity of Grand Teton National Park and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. In 2023, the Foundation funded efforts focused on gray wolf ecology, ungulate monitoring, climate change impacts, sagebrush/grassland habitat restoration, bear-resistant food storage lockers, and more. 637519 468373 YOUTH ENGAGEMENTA priority for Grand Teton National Park is to engage future park stewards by providing an introduction to the outdoors, conservation, and careers through in-depth programs. Five impactful efforts funded through the Foundation's youth initiative introduce Grand Teton to a younger, more diverse audience and offer educational and employment opportunities that keep participants actively involved in the outdoors as they begin to make career decisions:Youth Conservation Program employs 16 to 19 year-olds on Grand Tetons trail crew, accomplishing much-needed work while participants learn about park resources and develop conservation ethics. Tribal Youth Engagement provides hands-on opportunities for regional Native American youth to connect with nature and cultural history through week and month-long programs in Grand Teton.Pura Vida introduces local Latinx youth and their family members to recreational opportunities available in their backyard national park through spring break and summer sessions. NPS Academy engages diverse college students from across the country in summer internships within the national park system to gain job skills and exposure to careers. Mountains to Main Street Urban Ambassador Program offers ongoing career development and mentoring to young professionals who launch park-focused programming in their home cities. 616056 615387 MORMON ROW PRESERVATION: In partnership with Grand Teton, the Foundation has undertaken a multi-year project to renew the Mormon Row Historic Districtthe parks most popular cultural destinationwith the goals of preserving remaining structures and providing visitors with meaningful opportunities to connect with park history. This effort is, for the first time, holistically addressing preservation needs in the district and improving the ways visitors learn about and experience the remarkable legacy of these buildingsbringing the history of this place to life. Work continued in 2023 and focused on the Roy Chambers Homestead, which will be adaptively reused for employee housing. The main house and bunkhouse were moved off of their original (and failing) foundations, new foundations were built, and the structures were moved back onto the new foundations to ensure they remain standing for years to come. 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THESE FUNDS ARE INTENDED TO BE USED for program expenses, and specifically for BUILDING THE Youth and NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION programs, such as for direct expenses that support and enable research, conservation, education, and outreach efforts. true GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK PO Box 170 Moose WY 83012 2894686 0 TO PRESERVE THE PARK'S RESOURCES 1 0 Grantmaker's Description of How Grants are Used THE FOUNDATION WORKS CLOSELY WITH GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK ON ALL GRANTS AND ASSISTANCE TO ENSURE THE FUNDS ARE USED FOR THE INTENDED PURPOSES INCLUDING REGULAR MEETINGS, REPORTS, AND ONSITE VISITS. IN ADDITION, THE FOUNDATION HAS AN EMPLOYEE DEDICATED TO THE GRANTS PROGRAM WHO IS SKILLED AND DETAILED, RESULTING IN SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS WITH GRANTEES. X X X X false false false false false false false false false LESLIE MATTSON President 300240 27115 40673 33233 401261 MARY PATNO ACCOUNTING 122450 8000 24880 155330 MOLLY RUFFLE SENIOR DEV OFFICER 137570 9000 7329 153899 X 21 808557 FMV false false false Form 990, Part III, Line 4d OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 4: WINTER AND SUMMER TRAILS:The Foundation funds grooming three times per week of the 14-mile stretch of road between Taggart Lake Trailhead and Signal Mountain on the Teton Park Road. Regular grooming allows visitors to easily explore on Nordic skis, snowshoes, or foot to experience this special season in Grand Teton National Park. In the summer months, the Foundation is funding a multi-year effort to renew key destinations along the Teton Crest Trail a 45-mile route through the parks high country that was originally constructed by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s. Summer 2023 marked the fourth year of project work on the Crest Trail. Improvements were completed in the north fork of Cascade Canyon leading to Paintbrush Divide, making it more safe for hikers to this remote alpine area. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 5: WILDLIFE AND NATURAL RESOURCE CONSERVATION: Climate change, invasive species, land use and development patterns, and changing visitation all threaten to disrupt the sensitive ecological relationships that characterize Grand Teton today. Projects supported by the Foundation's wildlife and natural resources initiative make significant strides toward ensuring the long-term ecological integrity of Grand Teton National Park and the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystem. In 2023, the Foundation funded efforts focused on gray wolf ecology, ungulate monitoring, climate change impacts, sagebrush/grassland habitat restoration, bear-resistant food storage lockers, and more. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 6: Craig Thomas Discovery & Visitor Center: The Craig Thomas Discovery and Visitor Center is a 22,000-square-foot facility that orients, educates, and inspires visitors to make discoveries of their own in the park. The result of an innovative public-private collaboration between Grand Teton National Park and the Foundation, the center has been welcoming visitors to Grand Teton since its opening in 2007. The FY23 work at the Craig Thomas Discovery Visitor Center explored the concept of rehabilitating the four visitor restrooms located within the building, which have degraded since the building opened more than sixteen years ago. The team worked on a redesign of the restrooms to update the facilities and improve the visitor experience. Construction documents were finalized but a contract was not awarded and the project is not moving forward at this time. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 7: Ranger Support:The high peaks, mountain canyons, and glacial lakes of Grand Teton National Park draw recreationists from around the world who are eager to explore this iconic landscape. The Jenny Lake Rangers are the parks team of search and rescue professionals who provide a wide range of assistance to visitors in need. From injured climbers on the Grand Teton to hikers with sprained ankles only a few miles from the trailhead, the Jenny Lake Rangers are always ready to respond. Grand Teton National Park Foundation has provided private philanthropic support for this team since 2018. The main focus areas to advance ranger excellence in Grand Teton are to:Provide the highest quality training on a regular and recurring basis with an emphasis on search and rescueEnhance the park's ability to procure and replace specialized equipment, including personal protective equipment, and technology as it becomes availableProvide public outreach and education through programs and communication mediums to promote safety and prevent accidentsImprove facilities that support ranger operations and provide mental health support to all of Grand Tetons first responders OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 8: State Lands/Kelly Parcel:Totaling 640 acres, the state-owned Kelly parcel is the largest tract of unprotected land remaining within the boundaries of Grand Teton National Park. The elevated square-mile provides sweeping views of the Teton Range and includes critical habitat for numerous species of wildlife. The parcel is also located within a key migration corridor for pronghorn, elk, and mule deer. If the Kelly parcel is not permanently conserved as part of Grand Teton National Park, this inholding could be developed, risking the loss of vital habitat in the Greater Yellowstone Ecosystemone of the last remaining, nearly intact temperate ecosystems on the planet. The inclusion of this 640-acre tract in Grand Teton National Park has been a significant conservation priority for the National Park Service and the Department of the Interior for decades. In 2023, the Foundation supported the park in its efforts to acquire this essential land from the state of Wyoming. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 9: Housing Study:The FY23 housing study initiated preliminary discussions for developing new housing in partnership with Grand Teton National Park. The effort included a conceptual study in order to assess feasibility and next steps. OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES 10: Bar BC Dude Ranch Preservation:Established in 1912, the Bar BC Dude Ranch is a central element of Jackson Holes rich cultural history due to its integral role in the dude ranching movement. Its fame spread far beyond Jackson through the reputation of its colorful owners and clientele that included Ernest Hemingway, John D. Rockefeller, Jr., and William Faulkner. The Foundation has funded preservation of the two largest structures at the Bar BC, the Corse and Main cabins, for the last several years. In 2023, provided support to finish essential preservation work at the Main Cabin, enabling park visitors to safely experience this beautiful cultural gem. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b THE AUDIT COMMITTEE REVIEWS AND APPROVES THE DRAFT 990, THE ENTIRE BOARD REVIEWS THE AUDIT COMMITTEE-APPROVED DRAFT 990 AND THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AS ALLOWED BY THE BYLAWS APPROVES THE 990 PRIOR TO SUBMITTAL. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c THE GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION ASKS ALL NEW BOARD MEMBERS TO SIGN A CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY THAT INCLUDES A DISCLOSURE OF RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHER BOARD MEMBERS. ALL CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS SIGN THE FORM ANNUALLY. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE, WITH THE APPROVAL OF THE BOARD, SETS THE SALARY AND BENEFITS OF THE PRESIDENT. THE COMMITTEE REVIEWS COMPARABLE DATA FOR SIMLIAR POSITIONS. ALSO TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION IS THE COST OF LIVING IN JACKSON HOLE, WYOMING. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 THE GRAND TETON NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION MAKES ITS PUBLIC RECORDS AVALIABLE. AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND THE IRS FORM 990 ARE AVALIABLE ON THE ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE. THE GOVERNING DOCUMENTS CAN BE MAILED OR EMAILED TO ANYONE WHO REQUESTS THEM. 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