Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
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OMB No. 1545-0052
2013
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2013, or tax year beginning 04-01-2013 , and ending 03-31-2014
Name of foundation
THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
 

Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)113 HOFFMAN LANE   Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
CHESTERTOWN, MD21620
A Employer identification number

52-2151843
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(410) 778-6868
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. bullet
2. bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$12,724,615J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
F bullet
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 630,000
2 Check bullet
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 196,878 196,878  
4 Dividends and interest from securities...... 80,377 80,377  
5a Gross rents..............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 85,331
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 5,645,658
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 85,331
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule).......      
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 992,586 362,586  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 0 0   0
14 Other employee salaries and wages......        
15 Pension plans, employee benefits.......        
16a Legal fees (attach schedule).........        
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 7,775 7,775   0
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 99,191 99,191   0
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions) Click to see attachment 26,173 3,662   0
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion...      
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 4,793 4,793   0
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 137,932 115,421   0
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid........ 584,145 584,145
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 722,077 115,421   584,145
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements 270,509
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 247,165
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2013)
Form 990-PF (2013)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.)		 Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............... 272,032 181,635 181,635
2 Savings and temporary cash investments..........      
3 Accounts receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use...............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges...........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)........ 9,278,740 Click to see attachment9,665,886 12,042,980
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule)........      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans..............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)...........      
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet29,037
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet29,037      
15 Other assets (describe bullet) Click to see attachment500,000 Click to see attachment500,000 Click to see attachment500,000
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 10,050,772 10,347,521 12,724,615
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable...................    
19 Deferred revenue..................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet) Click to see attachment0 Click to see attachment15,000
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22).......... 0 15,000
Net Assets or Fund Balances bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted....................    
25 Temporarily restricted................    
26 Permanently restricted................    
bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds......... 0 0
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund 0 0
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 10,050,772 10,332,521
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see page 17 of the
instructions).................... 10,050,772 10,332,521
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see page 17 of
the instructions).................. 10,050,772 10,347,521
Part III Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1 Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree
with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return)............... 1 10,050,772
2 Enter amount from Part I, line 27a..................... 2 270,509
3 Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment 3 11,240
4 Add lines 1, 2, and 3.......................... 4 10,332,521
5 Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet 5 0
6 Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30. 6 10,332,521
Form 990-PF (2013)
Form 990-PF (2013)
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.) 		(b) How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c) Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d) Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a CAP GAIN DISTRIBUTIONS P    
b BANCOLOMBIA SPONS ADR P   2013-06-25
c CALIFORNIA STATE P   2013-04-01
d CALIFORNIA STATE P   2013-04-01
e CASINO GUICHARD-PERRACHON P   2013-05-06
CENOVUS ENERGY INC P   2014-03-31
CITIGROUP, INC P   2013-04-11
ENCANA CORP P   2013-06-25
HEINZ CO P   2013-06-10
MAJOR DRILLING GROUP INC P   2013-04-01
MAJOR DRILLING GROUP INC P   2013-04-15
MAJOR DRILLING GROUP INC P   2013-05-30
MAJOR DRILLING GROUP INC P   2013-05-31
MAJOR DRILLING GROUP INC P   2013-06-03
PIMCO ENHANCED ST MATURITY FUND P   2014-02-11
RIDGEWORTH SEIX FLOATING P   2013-06-05
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-04-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-05-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-06-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-07-16
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-08-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-09-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-10-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-11-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2013-12-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2014-01-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2014-02-01
SEI DAILY INCOME GOV FUND P   2014-03-01
SONOVA HOLDING AG P   2013-06-26
SPDR GOLD TRUST P   2013-05-20
STARWOOD WAYPOINT RESIDENTIAL REIT P   2014-03-26
TCW EMERGING MARKETS INCOME P   2013-06-05
VANGUARD FTSE EMERGING MARKETS P   2013-06-18
VANGUARD SHORT TERM T/E FUND P   2013-08-05
VANGUARD SHORT TERM T/E FUND P   2014-02-04
BHP BILLITON LTD ADR P   2013-07-31
CITIGROUP, INC P   2014-03-31
FEDERATED INST HI YLD BOND P   2013-06-05
FRANCO NEVADA CORP P   2013-06-25
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC P   2014-01-30
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC P   2014-01-30
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC P   2014-01-31
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC P   2014-02-03
GOLDMAN SACHS GROUP INC P   2014-02-04
HEINZ CO P   2013-06-10
HSBC USA INC P   2014-01-29
HSBC USA INC P   2014-01-30
HSBC USA INC P   2014-01-31
HSBC USA INC P   2014-02-03
HSBC USA INC P   2014-02-04
IBM CORPORATION P   2014-01-27
JPMORGAN MTGE P   2013-05-31
N W OH P   2014-02-11
NEW YORK NY CITY HSG P   2013-05-01
NEW YORK NY CITY HSG P   2013-11-01
PACIFIC RUBIALES ENERGY CORP P   2014-02-06
PIMCO ENHANCED ST MATURITY FUND P   2014-02-11
PORTLAND OR URBAN P   2014-02-11
SONOVA HOLDING AG P   2013-06-26
TEMPLETON GLOBAL BOND P   2013-06-05
US BANCORP P   2014-01-29
US BANCORP P   2014-01-30
US BANCORP P   2014-01-31
US BANCORP P   2014-02-03
VODAFONE GROUP P   2013-07-16
GUGGENHEIM ENHANCED SHORT DURATION P 2013-06-18 2013-11-22
ISHARES FLOATING RATE BOND P 2013-06-18 2013-11-22
ISHARES US HEALTHCARE P 2012-12-10 2013-06-18
ISHARES US CONSUMER SERVICES P 2012-12-10 2013-06-18
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2013-06-18 2013-10-21
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2012-12-10 2013-10-21
ISHARES US TECHNOLOGY ETF P 2012-12-10 2013-06-18
PIMCO TOTAL RETURN P 2012-12-10 2013-06-18
PIMCO TOTAL RETURN P 2012-12-10 2013-11-22
VANGUARD BD INDEX FUND P 2012-12-10 2013-06-18
ISHARES MBS ETF P 2010-05-10 2013-06-18
ISHARES MBS ETF P 2011-08-29 2013-06-18
ISHARES MBS ETF P 2012-06-07 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2008-10-06 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2009-03-24 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2009-07-09 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2007-07-15 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2009-07-27 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2009-08-26 2013-06-18
ISHARES MSCI PAC EX JAPAN P 2010-05-10 2013-06-18
ISHARES TRUST S&P LATIN AMERICA P 2008-10-06 2013-06-18
ISHARES TRUST S&P LATIN AMERICA P 2009-03-16 2013-06-18
ISHARES TRUST S&P LATIN AMERICA P 2009-03-24 2013-06-18
ISHARES TRUST S&P LATIN AMERICA P 2009-07-09 2013-06-18
ISHARES US CONSUMER GOODS P 2011-01-13 2013-06-18
ISHARES US ENERGY ETF P 2010-07-07 2013-06-18
ISHARES US ENERGY ETF P 2012-06-07 2013-06-18
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2010-01-07 2013-06-18
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2010-05-10 2013-10-21
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2011-01-13 2013-10-21
ISHARES US FINANCIALS ETF P 2011-08-29 2013-10-21
ISHARES US REAL ESTATE ETF P 2009-07-27 2013-10-21
ISHARES US REAL ESTATE ETF P 2009-12-02 2013-06-18
ISHARES US REAL ESTATE ETF P 2009-12-02 2013-06-18
ISHARES US REAL ESTATE ETF P 2010-01-07 2013-06-18
VANGUARD BD INDEX FUND P 2012-06-07 2013-06-18
VANGUARD FTSE EUROPE ETF P 2012-06-07 2013-06-18
(e) Gross sales price (f) Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g) Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h) Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 221     221
b 28,069   31,075 -3,006
c 45,000   45,878 -878
d 55,000   56,074 -1,074
e 26,874   24,350 2,524
41,193   48,082 -6,889
100,000   102,137 -2,137
17,700   22,617 -4,917
6,134     6,134
2,201   2,881 -680
309   401 -92
5,980   10,071 -4,091
2,343   4,006 -1,663
10,053   16,995 -6,942
    67 -67
54,686   54,383 303
195,115   195,115 0
1,991   1,991 0
127,789   127,789 0
160,125   160,125 0
415,418   415,418 0
58,358   58,358 0
4,513   4,513 0
9,496   9,496 0
4,673   4,673 0
4,467   4,467 0
285,404   285,404 0
182,837   182,837 0
    130 -130
67,410   76,972 -9,562
11,060   12,008 -948
51,346   52,434 -1,088
29,944   32,819 -2,875
50,285   50,189 96
100,189   99,811 378
31,842   35,336 -3,494
52,966   54,047 -1,081
53,797   52,066 1,731
26,944   27,033 -89
2,220   2,387 -167
2,297   2,491 -194
6,908   7,473 -565
6,890   7,473 -583
5,161   5,605 -444
44,616   37,532 7,084
4,657   5,040 -383
4,623   5,040 -417
726   784 -58
4,607   5,040 -433
9,018   9,857 -839
54,629   54,070 559
61,640   61,226 414
93,713   101,000 -7,287
15,000   15,294 -294
10,000   10,113 -113
20,384   32,267 -11,883
151,154   150,101 1,053
101,368   100,000 1,368
33,763   34,229 -466
52,982   52,595 387
2,395   2,543 -148
2,382   2,543 -161
7,382   7,840 -458
11,765   12,502 -737
43,840   39,590 4,250
167,219   167,023 196
160,070   160,112 -42
60,878   50,610 10,268
24,544   20,676 3,868
73,988   57,478 16,510
78,828   74,428 4,400
5,602   5,128 474
72,487   74,537 -2,050
136,104   141,245 -5,141
98,421   102,013 -3,592
45,284   41,448 3,836
408,601   413,546 -4,945
134,820   137,312 -2,492
72,824   74,183 -1,359
7,368   4,905 2,463
1,327   735 592
25,261   16,646 8,615
9,610   6,800 2,810
14,552   11,002 3,550
1,739   1,395 344
229   203 26
1,863   1,387 476
17,945   12,007 5,938
4,258   3,027 1,231
18,097   15,618 2,479
7,733   5,665 2,068
15,579   11,724 3,855
2,774   2,241 533
106,026   74,120 31,906
55,165   40,817 14,348
3,073   2,360 713
3,457   2,221 1,236
13,486   6,918 6,568
749   489 260
79,347   53,599 25,748
566,619   582,201 -15,582
73,879   57,825 16,054
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l) Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i) F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 (j) Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k) Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       221
b       -3,006
c       -878
d       -1,074
e       2,524
      -6,889
      -2,137
      -4,917
      6,134
      -680
      -92
      -4,091
      -1,663
      -6,942
      -67
      303
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      0
      -130
      -9,562
      -948
      -1,088
      -2,875
      96
      378
      -3,494
      -1,081
      1,731
      -89
      -167
      -194
      -565
      -583
      -444
      7,084
      -383
      -417
      -58
      -433
      -839
      559
      414
      -7,287
      -294
      -113
      -11,883
      1,053
      1,368
      -466
      387
      -148
      -161
      -458
      -737
      4,250
      196
      -42
      10,268
      3,868
      16,510
      4,400
      474
      -2,050
      -5,141
      -3,592
      3,836
      -4,945
      -2,492
      -1,359
      2,463
      592
      8,615
      2,810
      3,550
      344
      26
      476
      5,938
      1,231
      2,479
      2,068
      3,855
      533
      31,906
      14,348
      713
      1,236
      6,568
      260
      25,748
      -15,582
      16,054
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 85,331
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)

If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If "Yes," the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see page 18 of the instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in) 		(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions 		(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets 		(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2012 1,480,214 10,724,012 0.138028
2011 509,090 8,777,085 0.058002
2010 475,340 5,937,456 0.080058
2009 534,169 5,308,390 0.100627
2008 597,286 5,300,948 0.112675
2 Total of line 1, column (d) ...................... 2 0.489390
3 Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5, or by
the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years. . . 		3 0.097878
4 Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2013 from Part X, line 5..... 4 11,931,367
5 Multiply line 4 by line 3....................... 5 1,167,818
6 Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)........... 6 2,472
7 Add lines 5 and 6......................... 7 1,170,290
8 Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4.............. 8 584,145
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See
the Part VI instructions.
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see page 18 of the instructions)
1a Bulletand enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b 1 4,943
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2............................ 3 4,943
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-). 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 4,943
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2013 estimated tax payments and 2012 overpayment credited to 2013 6a 4,082
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source....... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868) 6c  
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d  
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 4,082
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. if Form 2220 is attached. 8 11
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9 872
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10  
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2014 estimated taxBullet   RefundedBullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes (see page 19 of
the instructions for definition)?............................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$ 0(2) On foundation managers.bullet$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c), and Part XV.
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletMD
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2013 or the taxable year beginning in 2013 (see instructions for Part XIV)?
    If "Yes," complete Part XIV.............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names and addresses.Click to see attachment
    10
    Yes
     
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. (see instructions) .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement (see instructions).................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletWWW.SHAREDEARTH.ORG
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletCAROLINE D GABEL Telephone no.bullet (410) 778-6868
    Located atbullet113 HOFFMAN LANECHESTERTOWNMD ZIP+4bullet21620
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041.........bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ......bullet
    15  
    16 At any time during calendar year 2013, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country?
    16   No
    See instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1. If "Yes", enter the name of the
    foreign country bullet  
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 5
    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?.........................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?.................
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).........
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see page 20 of the instructions)?...
    1b
     
     
    .........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2013?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2013, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2013?...............
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
     
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?.........................
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2013 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2013.)....................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2013?
    4b
     
    No
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?...............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 509(a)(1), (2), or (3), or section 4940(d)(2)? (see instructions)........
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?........
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ......
    5b
     
     
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?............
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?........................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
     
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 6
    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation (see instructions).
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to
    employee benefit plans
    and deferred compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    CAROLINE D GABEL PRESIDENT
    20.00     		0 0 0
    113 HOFFMAN LANE
    CHESTERTOWN,MD21620
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    NONE
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet 0
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet0
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1 THE FOUNDATION HAD COLLBORATED WITH "LEAP" TO CONSERVE ORANGUTANS, THE BORNEAN PYGMY ELEPHANTS AND HELPED IMPROVE THE LIVES OF WOMEN IN SABAH THROUGH TREE PLANTING. 27,000
    2 THE FOUNDATION PROVIDED FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO WILDAID TO JOIN IN THEIR EFFORTS TO REDUCE THE ILLEGAL TRADE OF TIGER PARTS AS WELL AS OTHER ANIMALS. THE GOAL IS TO REDUCE DEMAND THROUGH PUBLIC AWARENESS CAMPAIGNS AND PROVIDING COMPREHENSIVE PROTECTION FOR THE ANIMALS. 50,000
    3 THE FOUNDATION WAS A SPONSOR OF THE 22ND ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL. THE ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL IN THE NATION'S CAPITAL SEEKS TO ADVANCE PUBLIC UNDERSTANDING OF THE ENVIRONMENT THROUGH THE POWER OF FILM. THE ANNUAL FESTIVAL FEATURES MORE THAN 150 FILMS IN OVER 50 VENUES ACROSS WASHINGTON, DC. 30,000
    4 THE FOUNDATION PROVIDED SUPPORT TO SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE TO SUPPORT ELEPHANT WELFARE AS WELL AS AMPHIBIAN CONSERVATION IN PANAMA. 40,000
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 7
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See page 24 of the instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet0
    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,
    see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
     
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
     
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
     
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
     
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
     
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
     
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
     
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
     
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
     
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
     
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount bullet and do not complete this part.)
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    596,568
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2013 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
    4,943
    b
    Income tax for 2013. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    4,943
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    591,625
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
    0
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    591,625
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
    0
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII,
    line 1................................
    7
    591,625
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
     
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
     
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
     
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b (see instructions).................
    5
     
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
     
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 8
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2012     		(c)
    2012     		(d)
    2013
    1 Distributable amount for 2013 from Part XI, line 7 591,625
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2013:
    a Enter amount for 2012 only....... 0
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20 0
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2013:
    a From 2008....... 347,449
    b From 2009....... 281,901
    c From 2010....... 190,163
    d From 2011....... 74,927
    e From 2012....... 987,497
    fTotal of lines 3a through e......... 1,881,937
    4Qualifying distributions for 2013 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 584,145
    a Applied to 2012, but not more than line 2a 0
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions)......     		0
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions).........     		0
    d Applied to 2013 distributable amount..... 584,145
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 0
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2013. 7,480 7,480
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 1,874,457
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ...........     		0
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		0
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		0
    e Undistributed income for 2012. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		0
    f Undistributed income for 2013. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2014 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (see
    instructions) .............     		0
    8Excess distributions carryover from 2008 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		339,969
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2014.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		1,534,488
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2009.... 281,901
    b Excess from 2010.... 190,163
    c Excess from 2011.... 74,927
    d Excess from 2012.... 987,497
    e Excess from 2013....  
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 9
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2013, enter the date of the ruling.......bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2013 (b) 2012 (c) 2011 (d) 2010
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used
    directly for active conduct of exempt activities ...........     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		         
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the organization had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    CAROLINE D GABEL
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or e-mail address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    CAROLINE D GABEL PRESIDENT
    113 HOFFMAN LANE
    CHESTERTOWN,MD21620
    (410) 778-6868
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    SEE THE FOUNDATION'S WEBSITE @ WWW.SHAREDEARTH.ORG FOR APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS.
    cAny submission deadlines:
    NONE
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    SEE WEBSITE @ WWW.SHAREDEARTH.ORG
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 10
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    ADKINS ARBORETUM
    PO BOX 100
    RIDGELY,MD21660     		  501(C)(3) CONTINUATION OF EXPERIMENTAL PROGRAM, TARGETED GOAT GRAZING, USING GOATS AS ECO-FRIENDLY WAY TO CONTROL INVASIVE PLANTS. 18,000
    ALLIANCE FOR INTERNATIONAL REFORESTATION
    1702N WOODLAND
    DELAND,FL32720     		  501(C)(3) TO CONTINUE PROGRAMS OF TREE-PLANTING AND EFFICIENT STOVE CONSTRUCTION FOR THE INDIGENOUS PEOPLE OF GUATEMALA'S ALTIPLANO. 15,000
    AMERICAN UNIVERSITY
    4400 MASSACHUSETTS AVE NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20016     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE PROGRAM AGAINST SHOOTING IN THE WILD. 15,000
    ANIMAL LEGAL DEFENSE FUND
    170 EAST COTATI AVENUE
    COTATI,CA94931     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE WORK WITH STATE LEGISLATORS TO ENACT FELONY ANTI-CRUELTY STATUTES IN STATES THAT DO NOT YET HAVE THEM AND TO UPGRADE EXISTING LAWS IN STATES THAT DO. 15,000
    BAT CONSERVATION INTERNATIONAL
    PO BOX 162603
    AUSTIN,TX78716     		  501(C)(3) ADVOCACY ON CAPITOL HILL TO EXPAND THE RESPONSE TO WHITE NOSE SYNDROME, WHICH IS EXTIRPATING CAVE-ROOSTING BATS ACROSS THE NORTHEAST, AND EXPANDING ITS DEADLY REACH. 25,000
    THE BHUTAN FOUNDATION
    3121 SOUTH STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20007     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE JOMOLJARI SNOW LEOPARD CONSERVATION PROGRAM 25,000
    CHESAPEAKE CONSERVANCY
    716 GIDDINGS AVE
    ANNAPOLIS,MD21403     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS TO CONSERVE THE LANDSCAPES AND SPECIAL PLACES THAT SUSTAIN THE CHESAPEAKE'S UNIQUE NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES. 10,000
    CHESAPEAKE BAY FOUNDATION
    1615 M ST NW 250
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		  501(C)(3) TO PROVIDE FUNDS IN AN EFFORT TO SAVE THE BAY THROUGH ADVOCACY, LITIGATION, EDUCATION AND RESTORATION. 10,000
    CHESAPEAKE LEGAL ALLIANCE
    69 FRANKLIN ST
    ANNAPOLIS,MD21401     		  501(C)(3) TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL FUNDS TO SUPPORT THE PRO BONO LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO THOSE WHO WORK TO PROTECT AND RESTORE THE CHESAPEAKE BAY. 5,000
    CHESAPEAKE MEDIA SERVICES
    619 OAKWOOD DRIVE
    SEVEN VALLEYS,PA173609395     		  501(C)(3) TO EXPAND INDEPENDENT, UNBIASED REPORTING THAT INFORMS THE PUBLIC ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AFFECTING THE CHESAPEAKE BAY AND MID-ATLANTIC REGION AND INSPIRES EFFECTIVE ACTION TO RESTORE, PROTECT AND PRESERVE THEIR CULTURAL AND NATURAL HERITAGE. 5,000
    CHESTER RIVER ASSOCIATION
    100 NORTH CROSS STREET
    CHESTERTOWN,MD21620     		  501(C)(3) TO ASSIST WITH THE ASSOCIATION'S RIVER ADVOCACY, SEPTIC SYSTEM UPGRADE AND FARM PROGRAMS ON THE CHESTER RIVER, A TRIBUTARY OF THE CHESAPEAKE BAY ON MARYLAND'S EASTERN SHORE. 16,000
    EARTH SANGHA
    10123 COMMONWEALTH BLVD
    FAIRFAX,VA22032     		  501(C)(3) SUPPORTING REFORESTATION WORK IN THE DOMINICAN REPUBLIC AND IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA. 20,000
    EASTERN SHORE LAND CONSERVANCY
    PO BOX 169
    QUEENSTOWN,MD21658     		  501(C)(3) ANNUAL PLANNING CONFERENCE XIIII; PARTICIPATION IN NATIONAL CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP'S FELLOWS PROGRAM. 15,000
    ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL
    1228 31ST STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20007     		  501(C)(3) 22ND ENVIRONMENTAL FILM FESTIVAL, FEATURING MORE THAN 150 FILMS IN OVER 50 VENUES ACROSS WASHINGTON, DC. 30,000
    ENVIRONMENTAL INVESTIGATION AGENCY
    PO BOX 53343
    WASHINGTON,DC20009     		  501(C)(3) WORKING TO PREVENT ILLEGAL LOGGING IN FORESTED NATIONS BY PROMOTING THE EFFECTIVE IMPLEMENTATION AND ENFORCEMENT OF US LEGISLATION, INCLUDING EDUCATING US POLICY MAKERS TO THE NEED TO LEAD THESE EFFORTS. 15,000
    LEAP
    3378 REVERE AVENUE
    OAKLAND,CA94605     		  501(C)(3) TO HELP THE SMALL COMMUNITY OF ABAI IN SABAH, MALAYSIAN BORNEO, CONSERVE ITS WILDLIFE AND HABITAT, AND BECOME AN ECOTOURISM DESTINATION. SUPPORT FOR THE BORNEAN SUN BEAR CONSERVATION CENTER AND ITS WORK PROTECTING AND REINTRODUCING SUN BEARS TO THEIR FOREST HABITAT. AND OPERATING FUNDS TO ENABLE LAND EMPOWERMENT ANIMALS PEOPLE TO IMPROVE LIVES OF PEOPLE AND CONSERVE WILDLIFE IN SABAH. 27,000
    LEWIS AND CLARK LAW SCHOOL
    10015 SW TERWILLIGER BLVD
    PORTLAND,OR97219     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE 11TH NATIONAL ANIMAL LAW COMPETITION. 10,000
    INTERNATIONAL SEA TURTLE SOCIETY
    8604 LA JOLLA SHORES DRIVE
    LA JOLLA,CA92037     		  501(C)(3) TO PROVIDE FUNDS FOR THE ANNUAL SEA TURTLE SYMPOSIUM. 15,000
    MARYLAND LEAGUE OF CONSERVATION VOTERS
    86 MARYLAND AVENUE
    ANNAPOLIS,MD21401     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS OF STORMWATER EDUCATION. 10,000
    PETA
    501 FRONT ST
    NORFOLK,VA23510     		  501(C)(3) TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL FUNDS FOR THE EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM. 15,000
    RACHEL'S NETWORK
    1200 18TH STREET NW SUITE 310
    WASHINGTON,DC20036     		  501(C)(3) PROMOTING WOMEN AS EMPASSIONED LEADERS AND AGENTS OF CHANGE DEDICATED TO STEWARDSHIP OF THE EARTH. 27,000
    RED WOLF COALITION
    210 MAIN STREET
    COLUMBIA,NC27925     		  501(C)(3) CONTINUED SUPPORT FOR PROTECTION OF THE ENDANGERED RED WOLF IN NORTH CAROLINA. 10,000
    SAN ANTONIO ZOO
    3903 NORTH SAINT MARYS STREET
    SAN ANTONIO,TX78212     		  501(C)(3) PROVIDE SUPPORT TO THE CHILEAN AMPHIBIAN CENTER. 6,000
    SAVANNAH SCIENCE MUSEUM
    305 MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD
    SAVANNAH,GA31401     		  501(C)(3) SAVING ENDANGERED SEA TURTLES AND THEIR HABITAT ON WASSAW ISLAND; CONDUCTING RESEARCH AND EDUCATION INTO THE NEEDS OF AND WAYS TO PROTECT THESE CREATURES. 6,645
    SMITHSONIAN CONSERVATION BIOLOGY INSTITUTE
    1500 REMOUNT ROAD
    FRONT ROYAL,VA22630     		  501(C)(3) CONTINUE SEARCH FOR A MICROBIAL SPECIES TO USE AS A PROBIOTIC TREATMENT AGAINST THE CHYTRID FUNGUS WHICH IS EXTIRPATING AMPHIBIANS, AND LEAD TO RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF HEALTHY WILD POPULATIONS OF PANAMANIAN GOLDEN FROGS AND OTHER AMPHIBIANS. 40,000
    SNOW LEOPARD CONSERVANCY
    18030 CORNSTOCK AVE
    SONOMA,CA95476     		  501(C)(3) CONSERVATION OF SNOW LEOPARDS THROUGHOUT THEIR MOUNTAINOUS HIMALAYAN RANGE, FROM MONGOLIA TO NEPAL, WORKING WITH THE LOCAL, INDIGENOUS PEOPLE AND THEIR COMMUNITIES. FOR GENECTIC STUDIES TO TO THE BODY OF KNOWLEDGE ABOUT THESE RARE, ENDANGERED CATS. 25,000
    SOUTH RIVER FEDERATION
    2830 SOLOMONS ISLAND ROAD SUITE A
    EDGEWATER,MD21037     		  501(C)(3) SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS TO CHANGE THE NARRATIVE OF STORMWATER RUNOFFS. 12,500
    STREET SENSE
    1317 G STREET NW
    WASHINGTON,DC20005     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION'S EFFORTS IN THEIR MISSION OF EMPLOYING HOMELESS AS VENDORS TO SELL THE BI-WEEKLY NEWSPAPER BY AND FOR THE HOMELESS. 2,000
    WESTERN ENVIRONMENTAL LAW CENTER
    1216 LINCOLN STREET
    EUGENE,OR97401     		  501(C)(3) TO PROTECT AND RESTORE WESTERN WILDLANDS AND ADVOCATES FOR A HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT ON BEHALF OF COMMUNITIES THROUGHOUT THE WEST. 15,000
    WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NETWORK
    209 MISSISSIPPI STREET
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94107     		  501(C)(3) FUNDING TO SAVE THE ELEPHANTS. 20,000
    WILDAID
    744 MONTGOMERY STREET
    SAN FRANCISCO,CA94111     		  501(C)(3) PROVIDE SUPPORT TO REDUCE THE TRADE OF TIGER PARTS. 50,000
    WILDLANDS NETWORK
    1829 10TH AVENUE W
    SEATTLE,WA98119     		  501(C)(3) FUNDING FOR THE COUGAR RECOVERY AND RESTORATION PROGRAM. 20,000
    WILDLIFE MEDIA
    1208 BAY ST STE 202
    BELLINGHAM,WA98225     		  501(C)(3) TO HELP PRODUCE THE FILM BEARTREK AND PROVIDE ORGANIZATIONAL SUPPORT FOR THE FILMING. WILDLIFE MEDIA SUPPORTS THE SCIENTISTS FEATURED IN ITS FILMS. 15,000
    WOODLAND PARK ZOO
    601 N 59TH STREET
    SEATTLE,WA98103     		  501(C)(3) TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE TREE KANGAROO CONSERVATION PROGRAM. 10,000
    WORLD PARROT TRUST
    PO BOX 935
    LAKE ALFRED,FL33850     		  501(C)(3) TO SUPPORT THE EFFORTS IN THE RECOVERY PROGRAM OF THREE DIFFERENT PARROT SPECIES. 9,000
    Total .................................bullet 3a 584,145
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b 0
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 11
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3
    Interest on savings and temporary cash investments ............     		    14 196,878  
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 80,377  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....          
    6
    Net rental income or (loss) from personal property .............     		         
    7 Other investment income.....          
    8
    Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than inventory .............     		    18 85,331  
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory..          
    11 Other revenue: a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e).. 0 362,586 0
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    13362,586
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    8 GAIN FROM SALE OF INVESTMENT ASSETS, WHICH ARE USED TO GENERATE FUNDS TO SUPPORT THE EXEMPT STATUS OF THE ORGANIZATION.
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Form 990-PF (2013)
    Page 12
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political
    Yes
    No
    organizations?
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.
    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527?...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.
    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
    Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than taxpayer or fiduciary) is based on all information of which preparer has any knowledge.
    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below
    (see instr.)?
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    Paid Preparer Use Only Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date PTIN
    Firm's namebullet



    Firm's addressbullet







         		Firm's EINbullet
    Phone no.
    Form 990-PF (2013)
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    Software ID:  
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    Form 990PF - Special Condition Description:
    Special Condition Description
    Schedule B
    (Form 990, 990-EZ,
    or 990-PF)
    Department of the Treasury
    Internal Revenue Service
    Schedule of Contributors
    Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Arrow Bullet Information about Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2013
    Name of the organization
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
     
    Employer identification number

    52-2151843
    Organization type (check one):
    Filers of:
    Section:
    Form 990 or 990-EZ





    Form 990-PF




    Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
    Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
    General Rule
    Special Rules
    ......................... Arrow Bullet $  
    Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
    Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
    990-EZ, or 990-PF).
    For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
    for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
    Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)
    Page 2
    Name of organization
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    52-2151843
    Part I
    Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    1
     
     

    CAROLINE D GABEL  
    113 HOFFMAN LANE
     
    CHESTEROWN, MD21620

    		$630,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

       
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

       
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

       
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

       
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
     
     
     

       
     
     

    		$  


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)
    Page 3
    Name of organization
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    52-2151843
    Part II
    Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b)
    Description of noncash property given    		 (c)
    FMV (or estimate)
    (see instructions)     		(d)
    Date received
     
    		$    
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)

    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)
    Page 4
    Name of organization
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
          		Employer identification number

    52-2151843
    Part III
    Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
    that total more than $1,000 for the year. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.
    For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
    contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
    Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    (a) No.
    from
    Part I    		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
     
    (e) Transfer of gift
    Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
     
     
         
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2013)

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    TY 2013 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    ACCOUNTING FEES 7,775 7,775   0

    TY 2013 InvestmentsCorpStockSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Name of Stock End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    CHEVY CHASE TRUST 5,118,652 5,889,593
    UBS FINANCIALS 4,547,234 6,153,387

    TY 2013 OtherAssetsSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value End of Year - Fair Market Value
    ELLINGTON PLAZA D G LID PTR 500,000 500,000 500,000


    TY 2013 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    WEBSITE REGISTRATION AND MAINTENANCE 2,260 2,260   0
    TELEPHONE 603 603   0
    CORPORATE FEES 395 395   0
    DUES & SUBSCRIPTIONS 1,515 1,515   0
    BANK CHARGES 20 20   0


    TY 2013 OtherIncreasesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Description Amount
    BASIS ADJUSTMENT CHEVY CHASE INVESTMENT ACCOUNT 11,240


    TY 2013 OtherLiabilitiesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Description Beginning of Year - Book Value End of Year - Book Value
    CONTRIBUTION PAYABLE 0 15,000


    TY 2013 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    MANAGEMENT FEES 99,191 99,191   0


    TY 2013 SubstantialContributorsSch
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Name Address
    CAROLINE D GABEL 113 HOFFMAN LANE
    CHESTERTOWN,MD21620


    TY 2013 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    THE SHARED EARTH FOUNDATION
    EIN: 52-2151843
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    TAXES 22,511 0   0
    FOREIGN TAXES 3,662 3,662   0