2017-09-27T15:45:03-05:00 2016-12-31 EISNERAMPER LLP 111 WOOD AVE SO STE 600 ISELIN NJ 088302700 990 2016-01-01 226065456 NEW JERSEY CONSERVATION FOUNDATION % KAREN RICHARDS CPA NEWJ 9082341225 170 LONGVIEW ROAD FAR HILLS NJ 07931 KENNETH KLIPSTEIN II president 9082341225 2017-11-15 true MICHAEL SOMER P00094591 7322437000 2017-11-15 64.238.150.11 20870020172705000021 2017-09-27 P 59644ADEE67D9146A0AFE4941C01EA07CEB282B5 FECA3440AFB13B9E820CC531EE379C5AD062B09A 2016 2021-01-29 14:40:06Z KENNETH KLIPSTEIN II 170 LONGVIEW ROAD FAR HILLS NJ 07931 14827915 false X www.NJCONSERVATION.org X 1960 NJ TO PRESERVE LAND AND NATURAL RESOURCES THROUGHOUT NEW JERSEY FOR THE BENEFIT OF ALL. 23 23 43 250 0 10847936 12537052 0 0 822347 -96172 163774 52789 11834057 12493669 2282361 4365673 0 0 2281109 2408153 0 0 472893 2011025 2775465 6574495 9549291 5259562 2944378 46959094 50112394 384924 290363 46574170 49822031 X SEE SCHEDULE O. false false 8608806 4365673 Land Preservation: In 2016, we exceeded our goal of preserving at least 2,100 acres of conservation lands, having preserved more than 2,650 acres throughout the state. These include preserved family farms and natural areas that safeguard clean drinking water, produce local foods, and provide wildlife habitat, scenic beauty and outdoor recreation. In 2016, we preserved: 1. 2,400 acres of the Zemel properties in the Pine Barrens, the culmination of nearly 30 years of negotiations. 2. 172 acres as agricultural easement and permanently preserved farmland in Bedminster, Somerset County. 3. 100 acres preserved as farmland in Tewksbury, Hunterdon County. 4. 8.7 acres in Delaware Township, Hunterdon County, near New Jerseys last covered bridge, which provides a link to a local trail network. 5. Pine Barrens Additions groundwater below these newly preserved properties drains into the Kirkwood-Cohansey aquifer, which supplies drinking water to 1 million people in Southern New Jersey. 6. 811-acre new preserve within Brendan Byrne State Forest. This rare ecological treasure contains some of the most beautiful wetlands in the Pine Barrens and provides critical habitat to more than 50 rare, threatened or endangered species. 7. 1,000 acres added to the Franklin Parker Preserve. This purchase enlarges the Franklin Parker Preserve to 11,379 acres, or nearly 18 square miles. We developed the new Conservation Blueprint mapping system with The Nature Conservancy, Rowan University, William Penn Foundation and the states conservation community. The Conservation Blueprint mapping system combines data from state and federal agencies, and New Jerseys nonprofit land trusts, to allow for a more coordinated, strategic approach to identify and preserve the best natural, agricultural and urban areas for health in the Garden State. Stewardship: In 2016, we continued to manage more than 27,000 acres of land and conservation easements, including 16 preserves that are open to the public. These preserves contain trails and associated amenities for walking, biking, horseback riding, bird watching, fishing, boating, and other recreational activities. In 2016, we: 1. Maintained over 50 miles of trails on our preserves. 2. Inspected our preserved lands to ensure compliance with Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices. 3. Removed invasive plants and replaced with native species. 4. Coordinated efforts between various land management and law enforcement agencies to curtail illegal and highly damaging off-road vehicle use in the Forked River Mountain area. 5. Conducted the first prescribed burn at the Franklin Parker Preserve in approximately ten years. Our collaboration with the New Jersey Forest Fire Service was so successful that they allowed us to conduct a prescribed burn that was more intense than usual in order to more closely mimic the beneficial effects that wildfire has on rare plant and animal habitat. Advocacy: New Jersey Conservation Foundation strives to promote and defend public policies that protect the land and natural resources of New Jersey with integrity and transparency. We work to preserve the permanence of land preservation, further land preservation and natural resource protection through policy actions, promote stable sources of government funding, and strengthen citizen conservation advocacy. To that end, in 2016 we: 1. Continued to lead and coordinate Rethink Energy NJ to inform and empower New Jersey citizens regarding the need for swift transition to clean, efficient and renewable energy and increased energy efficiency, with reduced reliance on fossil fuels and pipelines that threaten our preserved lands, water, environment, public health and communities. 2. Commissioned and released results of a second public opinion poll indicating continued overwhelming support among New Jersey voters for moving more rapidly towards a clean energy future, as well as significant concern over gas pipeline proposals. 3. Worked to prevent the siting of pipelines and other energy infrastructure on preserved lands, particularly the PennEast pipeline. Our efforts helped to cause a delay in the release of the final EIS and FERC decision until February 2017. 4. Participated with various organizations including The Fund for New Jerseys Agenda New Jersey initiative and the New Jersey Highlands Coalition to develop a series of papers on key issues for the gubernatorial candidates. 5. As part of the New Jersey Highlands Coalitions Natural Heritage Committee, worked to encourage revisions to the States plan for the Sparta Mountain Wildlife Management Area that would protect mature interior forest habitats, as well as other public values including water quality and supply, recreation and scenic resources. 6. Worked with the State and other conservation interests on a sound plan developed by NJDEP to curb harmful off-road vehicle traffic in Wharton State Forest. 7. Collaborated with New Jersey personnel to draft new rules for the State Farmland Preservation Programs Nonprofit Program. 8. Testified before the New Jersey Assembly in support of a resolution to deem NJDEPs proposed Amendment of Highlands Preservation Area Septic Density Rules inconsistent with legislative intent. 9. Worked with Environmental Defense and New Jersey Division of Rate Counsel to develop a proposal for advancing energy efficiency policies. Education: New Jersey Conservation Foundation is committed to bringing together the conservation community to share successful strategies and to learn new ways to accomplish conservation goals. We also enjoy sharing our knowledge, expertise and passion for New Jerseys natural areas with others. Widespread public awareness, understanding and appreciation of New Jerseys special places, its natural resources and ecological systems are critical to our States economy, society and future quality of life. The following list highlights some of our educational accomplishments in 2016: 1. Hosted the 2016 Land Conservation Conference which explored the future of land conservation. A total of 350 conservationists enjoyed 31 educational workshops and special activities such as a farmers market, book store and videotaped storytelling nook. 2. Became an active participant with the North Jersey Health Collaborative to help develop a health assessment plan for 5 counties--Morris, Sussex, Passaic, Essex and Union. 3. Hosted 10 meetings of the New Jersey Land Trust Network in partnership with the Watershed Institute. 4. Awarded $52,265 to New Jersey conservation organizations for 19 projects through the Franklin Parker Conservation Excellence Grant Program, which complements our educational programs and funds land acquisition, innovative stewardship projects, training, collaboration and organizational capacity. 5. Assisted six New Jersey land trusts in their efforts to achieve national accreditation from the Land Trust Alliance, through the New Jersey Land Trust Network. 6. Continued to serve as a statewide Land Trust Service Center, bringing information and resources from Land Trust Alliance and other partners across the country to help New Jerseys conservation community thrive. 7. 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The remaining costs of acquiring the easements are expensed. Part V, Line 4 The Board-Designated endowment fund was established from unrestricted donor contributions for the management and conservation of monies to be used in furtherance of the goals and purposes of the organization. Part X, Line 2 The Internal Revenue Service (the "IRS") has recognized the Foundation as tax exempt under Section 501 (c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Management has analyzed the tax positions taken by the Foundation and has concluded that as of December 31, 2016 and 2015, there are no uncertain tax positions taken or expected to be taken that would require the recognition of a liability or disclosure in the consolidated financial statements. The Foundation recognizes accrued interest and penalties associated with uncertain tax provisions, if any. There were no income tax-related interest and penalties recorded for the years ended December 31,2016 and 2015. 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For program assistance grants, a committee reviews all applications and makes a recommendation to the Board based upon certain criteria and funding available. For Pipeline grants, the Executive Director and Campaign director develop a budget for the year which is then approved by the Board. X 14 278506 FAIR MARKET VALUE X 2 293350 FAIR MARKET VALUE X auction items 47 33075 FAIR MARKET VALUE false true true PART 1, LINE 32A THE ORGANIZATION USES THIRD PARTY TO SEll THE STOCK GIFTS. Form 990, Part III, Line 1 Our goal has remained the same for over fifty years: Land preservation, advocacy for its appropriate use and empowering others to do the same. The New Jersey Conservation Foundation preserves land through a comprehensive program of statewide land acquisition and management, promoting strong land use policies, sponsoring and supporting local groups and partners, and education. New Jersey Conservation Foundation forges strategic partnerships with Federal, State and Local Government agencies as well as other non-profits to achieve conservation goals. This multi-faceted approach is one of our strengths and sets us apart from other land conserving groups in New Jersey. We will continue this approach as we move into the next fifty years. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11 The Board of Trustees were given a copy of the 990 form before it was filed. The Director of Finance reviewed key elements of the form at a Board Meeting and answered questions. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12C The Board and the staff are required to complete annual conflict of interest statements. Any conflicts or potential conflicts are discussed at a meeting of the Board of Trustees and read into the minutes. If a conflict or potential conflict arises, the party is required to recuse him or herself from the discussion and voting on the subject. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15 During the budgeting process, a subset of the executive committee of the Board of Trustees reviews the salary of the executive director and compares it to similar organizations. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 Summary Financial Statements are presented in the Annual Report. Full Financial Statements are available upon request. Form 990, Part XI, LINE 9 Write down of land values: -146,600 Change in value of split-interest agreement: 15,749 Total to Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 -130,851 Form 990, Part XII, Line 2C The process has not changed from the prior accounting year. 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