Form990
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Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2013 calendar year, or tax year beginning 07-01-2013 , 2013, and ending 06-30-2014
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
47-900 PORTOLA AVENUE
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
PALM DESERT, CA92260
D Employer identification number

95-3385354
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 15,587,408
F Name and address of principal officer:
ALLEN MONROE
47-900 PORTOLA AVENUE
PALM DESERT,CA92260
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
WWW.LIVINGDESERT.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1970
M State of legal domicile: CA
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: TO PRESERVE A PORTION OF THE COLORADO DESERT AND FOSTER APPRECIATION FOR PLANTS AND ANIMALS.
2 Check this box MediumBullet
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 29
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 29
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2013 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 148
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 548
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 15,558
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b 13,123
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 3,283,493 8,060,977
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 4,501,696 5,089,914
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 786,385 1,225,138
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 925,775 619,098
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 9,497,349 14,995,127
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 38,669 43,320
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 4,487,826 4,573,620
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)..... 198,691 119,018
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,027,631    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 4,824,487 5,380,228
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 9,549,673 10,116,186
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... -52,324 4,878,941
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 51,233,572 59,032,899
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 4,423,508 4,761,678
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 46,810,064 54,271,221
Part II
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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III ..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: DESERT CONSERVATION THROUGH PRESERVATION, EDUCATION AND APPRECIATION.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ......................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ............................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 4,474,613 including grants of $ 43,320 ) (Revenue $ 3,049,434 )
COLLECTIONS: THE LIVING DESERT MAINTAINS ONE OF THE MOST NOTABLE AND EXTENSIVE LIVING COLLECTIONS OF DESERT FLORA AND FAUNA IN THE UNITED STATES. AS ONE OF ONLY TWO ZOOS IN THE COUNTRY WITH DESERT CONSERVATION AS ITS MISSION, THE LIVING DESERT BOASTS A COLLECTION OF 157 SPECIES AND MORE THAN 660 INDIVIDUAL DESERT ANIMALS. THE BOTANICAL COLLECTION INCLUDES MORE THAN 50 DISTINCT DESERT GARDENS WITH OVER 1,400 DIFFERENT DESERT PLANT SPECIES OR VARIETIES. THE LIVING DESERT ALSO HOLDS A COLLECTION OF CALIFORNIA PLEIN AIR LANDSCAPE ART CREATED BY SOME OF THE NATION'S LEADING PAINTERS FROM 1900-1930. THE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS OF THE LIVING DESERT INCORPORATE ALL ELEMENTS OF THESE COLLECTIONS, PLUS THE LIVING DESERT'S NATURAL SONORAN DESERT SETTING IN THE FOOTHILLS OF THE SANTA ROSA MOUNTAINS.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 2,518,084 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 1,903,093 )
MEMBERSHIP/PARK SERVICES: THE LIVING DESERT HAS BEEN A MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION SINCE IT OPENED ITS OPERATION ALMOST 45 YEARS AGO. WITH MEMBERSHIPS AVAILABLE AT ALL PRICE POINTS (FROM $55 FOR INDIVIDUALS TO MORE THAN $5,000 FOR SPECIAL DONATIVE MEMBERSHIPS) AND PERKS ACCOMPANYING THE VARIETY, THE MEMBERSHIP WORK OF THE LIVING DESERT PROVIDES AN EXPANSION OF THE GUEST EXPERIENCE TO INCLUDE AN ONGOING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE PARK'S EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND SPECIAL EVENTS. THE PARK SERVICES DEPARTMENT ASSURES THAT EVERY ONE OF OUR MORE THAN 360,000 VISITORS ANNUALLY HAVE A TOP-RATED EXPERIENCE, FROM THE EASE OF PARKING AND ENTRY, TO THE ENJOYMENT OF THE COLLECTIONS, TO THE OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY EVENTS THAT BRING IN AN AUDIENCE FROM ACROSS THE COACHELLA VALLEY - A REGION NOTED NOT ONLY FOR ITS RESORTS AND VISITOR-FRIENDLY LOCATIONS, BUT ALSO ITS GREAT DIVERSITY.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 1,087,943 including grants of $   ) (Revenue $ 137,387 )
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING: THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OF THE LIVING DESERT COVERS ALL ELEMENTS OF DESERT CONSERVATION AWARENESS THROUGH MANY APPROACHES. BESIDES INFORMALLY REACHING OVER 360,000 GUESTS ANNUALLY WITH NEARLY 200 ACRES OF INDOOR AND OUTDOOR EDUCATIONAL EXHIBITS OF THE WORLD'S DESERTS, THE LIVING DESERT PROVIDES FORMAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING FOR MORE THAN 45,000 ADULTS AND CHILDREN. THIS INCLUDES 25,000 SCHOOL CHILDREN WHO ATTEND THE ZOO ON SCHOLARSHIP. IN ADDITION TO THE ON-SITE EDUCATION OFFERED THROUGH THE SCHOOL PROGRAMS, LIVING DESERT UNIVERSITY FOR ADULTS, ZOO CAMP, AND OVERNIGHT STARRY SAFARI ADVENTURES, THE EDUCATION PROGRAM INCLUDES A UNIQUE OUTREACH TOOL - THE WILDLIFE ON WHEELS VAN. THIS ALLOWS US TO TAKE THE ZOO AND THE GARDENS TO OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY, INCLUDING SPECIAL EVENTS ELSEWHERE AND SCHOOLS THAT WOULD NOT OTHERWISE BE ABLE TO LEARN FIRSTHAND ABOUT THE ADAPTATIONS AND LIVES OF DESERT ANIMALS. THE TENNITY WILDLIFE HOSPITAL OFFERS A FULL SLATE OF ANIMAL EXAMS AND MEDICAL PROCEDURES IN SUPPORT OF OUR LIVING ANIMAL COLLECTIONS IS IN VIEW OF THE PUBLIC PROVIDING A DEEP AND RICH EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE IN ANIMAL WELFARE SEEN IN VERY FEW OTHER LOCATIONS IN THE NATION. THROUGHOUT ALL OF THE WORK OF THE LIVING DESERT, THE MISSION OF DESERT CONSERVATION THROUGH PRESERVATION, EDUCATION AND APPRECIATION IS OUR CONSTANT FOCUS.
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet8,080,640
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment........................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II........
4
 
No
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C,
Part III............................
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment........................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
Yes
 
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIIClick to see attachment.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment.........................
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E....
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?.....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions).... Click to see attachment
17
Yes
 
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III................... Click to see attachment
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II... Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........ Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
 
No
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I........ Click to see attachment
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I................... Click to see attachment
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If so, complete Schedule L, Part II.................... Click to see attachment
26
Yes
 
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III......... Click to see attachment
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV .......................... Click to see attachment
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV..................... Click to see attachment
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV... Click to see attachment
28c
Yes
 
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M............. Click to see attachment
30
 
No
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N,
Part I...........................
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I........
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1........................
34
 
No
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2...
35b
 
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2.............
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V ..............
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
40
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
148
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)?..........................
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions?...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?............................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?............................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?............
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?..........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?.......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year. ....................
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI ..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year .....................
1a
29
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent ...................
1b
29
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
 
No
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done.......................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
CA
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization:
MediumBulletDWIGHT MIDDENDORF47-900 PORTOLA AVENUEPALM DESERTCA92260 (760) 346-5694
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII ..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) ROGER SNOBLE........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / CHAIRMAN
 .40
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(2) LARRY SPICER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / VICE CHAIR-DEVELOPMENT
 .40
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(3) SABBY JONATHAN........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / VICE CHAIR-FINANCE
 .40
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(4) MICHAEL KINER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / VICE CHAIR-LONG RANGE PLANNING
 .40
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(5) DOROTHY WEBER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / SECRETARY
 .40
.......................   		X   X       0 0 0
(6) BRIAN HARNIK........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER / LEGAL COUNSEL
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(7) BILL APPEL........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(8) JOHN BARR........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(9) PEGGY BERNTHAL........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(10) NANCY BURKE........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(11) RICK CARLSON........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(12) MARY CONE........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(13) SUSAN COOPER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(14) CAROL COUCH........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(15) DAPHNE DEMARTINO........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(16) HARRY GOLDSTEIN........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(17) PATTI GRUNDHOFER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) H EARL HOOVER II........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(19) SIS JACKSON........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(20) LOUISE KNOWLES........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(21) JANET LANTERMAN........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(22) PETER SCHEER........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(23) DICK SHALHOUB........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(24) BETTS SIMON........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(25) BILL SIMPKINS........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(26) BJ SKILLING........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(27) MARY LOU SOLOMON........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(28) SAM SPINELLO........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(29) SANDRA COOPER WOODSON........................................................................
BOARD MEMBER
 .40
.......................   		X           0 0 0
(30) DWIGHT MIDDENDORF........................................................................
DIRECTOR OF FINANCE
 40.00
.......................   		    X       66,480 0 3,305
(31) ALLEN MONROE........................................................................
PRESIDENT & CEO
 40.00
.......................   		    X       0 0 0
(32) STACEY JOHNSON........................................................................
PRESIDENT & CEO
 40.00
.......................   		    X       118,794 0 4,659
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 185,274 0 7,964
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet1
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
 
No
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
GL SCRIVENS CONSTRUCTION INCPO BOX 13302PALM DESERTCA92255 CONSTRUCTION SERVICES 317,825
CORD MEDIAPO BOX 1208RANCHO MIRAGECA92270 MEDIA & PR 155,117
LESTER CONSULTING GROUP INC715 UNIVERSITY AVENUESACRAMENTOCA95825 ENDOWMENT/FUNDRAISING CONSULTANT 119,470
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet4
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Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512-514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c 375,792
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e  
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		7,685,185
g Noncash contributions included in lines
1a-1f:$ 		132,654
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 8,060,977
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a PARK ADMISSIONS 453220 2,802,842 2,802,842    
b MEMBERSHIPS 621990 1,231,566 1,231,566    
c PARK SERVICES AND RENTALS 900099 671,527 671,527    
d RETAIL CONCESSIONS 900099 246,592 246,592    
e EDUCATION PROGRAMS 900099 137,387 137,387    
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 5,089,914
OtherAmt RevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and other similar amounts).......MediumBullet 363,039     363,039
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross rents 358,409  
b Less: rental expenses 0  
c Rental income or (loss) 358,409  
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 358,409   15,558 342,851
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 1,106,879 327
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 245,107 0
c Gain or (loss) 861,772 327
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 862,099     862,099
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 375,792
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ..
a 582,793
b Less: direct expenses ...b 347,174
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet 235,619   235,619
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a  
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b  
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet        
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a SPECIAL PROJECT AND MAINTENANCE 900099 25,070     25,070
b            
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 25,070
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 14,995,127 5,089,914 15,558 1,828,678
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ...............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States. See Part IV, line 21 43,320 43,320
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22    
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 244,986 201,866 27,185 15,935
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....        
7 Other salaries and wages 3,475,026 2,863,393 385,600 226,033
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) ....        
9 Other employee benefits ....... 578,737 488,945 57,995 31,797
10 Payroll taxes ........... 274,871 225,602 29,692 19,577
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal .........        
c Accounting ...........        
d Lobbying ...........        
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17 119,018 119,018
f Investment management fees ...... 137,958   137,958  
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) ........ 591,481 480,581 72,685 38,215
12 Advertising and promotion .... 575,363 575,363    
13 Office expenses ....... 30,969 20,096 4,805 6,068
14 Information technology ......        
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 471,547 423,954 23,900 23,693
17 Travel ............ 61,068 37,290 9,374 14,404
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....        
20 Interest ........... 139,225 125,303 6,961 6,961
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 1,743,953 1,360,283 191,835 191,835
23 Insurance .............. 132,145 118,931 6,607 6,607
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a FEDERAL & STATE UBIT TA 3,870   3,870  
b REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 418,580 383,924 17,328 17,328
c PARK SUPPLIES 385,688 384,008 840 840
d ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES 183,021 167,173 646 15,202
e All other expenses 505,360 180,608 30,634 294,118
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 10,116,186 8,080,640 1,007,915 1,027,631
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X Balance Sheet Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part X ..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ............. 1,065,601 1 892,513
2 Savings and temporary cash investments .........   2  
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ........... 9,798,286 3 8,766,343
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 206,484 4 222,453
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..................
10,000 5 20,000
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
  6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net .............   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use ..............   8  
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges .......... 130,311 9 78,580
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 38,803,115
b Less: accumulated depreciation ..... 10b 16,497,576 23,230,094 10c 22,305,539
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 15,793,730 11 24,843,522
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ..... 815,086 12 1,555,183
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 .....   13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 183,980 15 348,766
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)...... 51,233,572 16 59,032,899
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ......... 666,837 17 899,219
18 Grants payable .................   18  
19 Deferred revenue ................ 827,425 19 853,605
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .............   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties .. 2,888,034 23 3,000,000
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D.................... 41,212 25 8,854
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25......... 4,423,508 26 4,761,678
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets .............. 26,442,800 27 24,806,284
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 3,501,194 28 6,555,845
29 Permanently restricted net assets ........... 16,866,070 29 22,909,092
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds ........   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 46,810,064 33 54,271,221
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 51,233,572 34 59,032,899
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI ..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
14,995,127
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
10,116,186
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
4,878,941
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
46,810,064
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
1,987,436
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
567,686
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
27,094
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
54,271,221
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
Form 990 (2013)
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
right arrow Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2013
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) A family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization (ii) EIN (iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? (v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? (vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? (vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total  

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....            
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3            
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..  
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.  
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4..            
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...            
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..            
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..            
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).  
12
12
 
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here.................................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
 
15
15
 
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . 3,813,299 3,897,167 11,801,041 3,283,493 8,056,572 30,851,572
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose...... 5,304,900 3,585,140 5,438,276 4,501,696 5,089,914 23,919,926
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..       342,017 235,619 577,636
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5. 9,118,199 7,482,307 17,239,317 8,127,206 13,382,105 55,349,134
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...       1,555,629 641,928 2,197,557
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.           0
c Add lines 7a and 7b..       1,555,629 641,928 2,197,557
8 Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.) 53,151,577
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2009 (b) 2010 (c) 2011 (d) 2012 (e) 2013 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6... 9,118,199 7,482,307 17,239,317 8,127,206 13,382,105 55,349,134
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 263,131 741,532 612,056 655,829 721,448 2,993,996
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b. 263,131 741,532 612,056 655,829 721,448 2,993,996
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.       14,799 13,374 28,173
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.) ..       254,186 25,070 279,256
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. 9,381,330 8,223,839 17,851,373 9,052,020 14,141,997 58,650,559
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
90.620 %
16
16
90.820 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
5.100 %
18
18
5.650 %
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2013
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Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
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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.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
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.
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Name of organization
THE LIVING DESERT
  		Employer identification number

95-3385354
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
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

   
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTEDRESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED


(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.)
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Name of organization
THE LIVING DESERT
  		Employer identification number

95-3385354
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
 
$    
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Name of organization
THE LIVING DESERT
  		Employer identification number

95-3385354
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
 
 
     
 
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(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions. SchDMd Bullet Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .........    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) .....    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ........    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register .................... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .......................................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year b (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 20,582,255 15,658,071 5,880,427 4,882,026 4,563,895
b Contributions ........ 6,775,292 4,348,511 9,561,590 163,000 35,000
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses 2,921,854 1,299,223 279,583 942,767 318,223
d Grants or scholarships .....          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		769,833 613,079 5,000 67,783  
f Administrative expenses .... 137,214 110,471 58,529 39,583 35,092
g End of year balance ...... 29,372,354 20,582,255 15,658,071 5,880,427 4,882,026
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet22.000 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet78.000 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet  
The percentages in lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................   884,971 884,971
b Buildings ................   22,160,594 7,289,702 14,870,892
c Leasehold improvements ............   6,535,713 3,672,072 2,863,641
d Equipment ................   770,364 425,181 345,183
e Other .................   8,451,473 5,110,621 3,340,852
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).).......SchDMdBullet 22,305,539
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
Other








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
Federal income taxes  
CAPITAL LEASES PAYABLE 8,854








Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 8,854
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII ..................................................
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 17,090,719
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 2,014,530
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 219,020
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 2,233,550
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 14,857,169
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a 137,958
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 137,958
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 14,995,127
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' to Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 10,197,248
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a 219,020
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d  
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 219,020
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 9,978,228
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a 137,958
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 137,958
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 10,116,186
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
PART III, LINE 1A: THE ORGANIZATION'S COLLECTIONS CONSIST SUBSTANTIALLY OF ANIMALS AND PLANTS THAT THRIVE IN DESERTS FROM ALL AROUND THE WORLD, INCLUDING ALL FOUR DESERTS OF NORTH AMERICA. THE COLLECTIONS ARE HELD FOR EDUCATIONAL, RESEARCH, SCIENTIFIC AND CURATORIAL PURPOSES AND ARE USED TO FOSTER AN APPRECIATION OF THE DESERT AND ITS WILDLIFE
PART III, LINE 4: THE ORGANIZATION WOULD NOT EXIST WITHOUT THE COLLECTIONS OF ANIMALS AND PLANTS. THE WORKS OF ART ARE ON DISPLAY FOR THE FURTHERANCE OF THE PUBLIC DRAW TO THE LIVING DESERT.
PART V, LINE 4: THE MISSION OF THE LIVING DESERT'S ENDOWMENT FUNDS ARE TO PROVIDE ONGOING SUPPORT FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE PARK OPERATIONS.
PART X, LINE 2: THE LIVING DESERT IS EXEMPT FROM FEDERAL INCOME AND CALIFORNIA FRANCHISE TAXES UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND SECTION 23701(D) OF THE STATE REVENUE AND TAXATION CODE, RESPECTIVELY. THE LIVING DESERT'S FORMS 990, RETURN OF ORGANIZATION EXEMPT FROM INCOME TAX, ARE SUBJECT TO EXAMINATION BY THE IRS, GENERALLY FOR THREE YEARS AFTER THEY ARE FILED. THE ORGANIZATION'S FORMS 199, CALIFORNIA EXEMPT ORGANIZATION ANNUAL INFORMATION RETURN, ARE SUBJECT TO EXAMINATION BY THE FTB, GENERALLY FOR FOUR YEARS AFTER THEY ARE FILED.
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrowSee separate instructions.
right arrowInformation about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
 
LESTER CONSULTING GROUP INC
715 UNIVERSITY AVENUE
 
SACRAMENTO, CA95825 		LIVING LEGACY ENDOWMENT FUNDRAISING   No 1,005,000 119,470 885,530
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total .................right arrow 1,005,000 119,470 885,530
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
CA
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

GALA
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

WILDLIGHTS
(event type) 		(c) Other events

3
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 324,957 408,535 225,093 958,585
2 Less: Contributions . . 134,065 214,123 27,604 375,792
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . . 		190,892 194,412 197,489 582,793
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . .     7,507 7,507
6 Rent/facility costs . .        
7 Food and beverages . 57,183 26,986 1,605 85,774
8 Entertainment . . . 500 13,589 32,828 46,917
9 Other direct expenses . 92,054 66,507 48,415 206,976
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 347,174
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)........... right arrow 235,619
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
%
%
%
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) ......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ..........................
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
%
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v), and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
lBullet Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number
95-3385354
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) INSTITUTE FOR NEOTROPICAL CONSERVATION
481 LAMB ROAD
CARBONDALE,IL62902 		20-3252748 501(C)3 5,000       CONSERVATION CONTRIBUTION
(2) THE PEREGRINE FUND INC
5668 W FLYING HAWK LANE
BOISE,ID83709 		23-1969973 501(C)3 6,154       PENINSULAR PRONGHORN RECOVERY PROJECT
(3) SAHARA CONSERVATION FUND
1 GOVERNMENT DR
SAINT LOIUS,MO63110 		26-0171939 501(C)3 12,251       QUARTERS FOR CONSERVATION PROJECT CONTRIBUTION
(4) WILDLIFE CONSERVATION NETWORK INC
25745 BASSETT LANE
LOS ALTOS,CA94022 		30-0108469 501(C)3 6,749       QUARTERS FOR CONSERVATION PROJECT CONTRIBUTION
(5) AFRICAN CONSERVATION FUND
3400 E SPEEDWAY BLVD STE 118-138
TUCSON,AZ85716 		73-1665337 501(C)3 6,673       QUARTERS FOR CONSERVATION PROJECT CONTRIBUTION
(6) INTERCULTURAL CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF DESERTS AND OCEANS INC
PO BOX 44208
TUCSON,AZ85733 		86-0578996 501(C)3 6,493       CONSERVATION CONTRIBUTION












2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................ Bullet Image
6
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
6
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance












Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
SchJMediumBullet Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
 
No
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
 
No
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported as deferred
in prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II.
Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE J PART II THE LIVING DESERT LOANED $50,000 TO THE FORMER CEO ON JUNE 1, 2009, OF WHICH $10,000 IS FORGIVEN ANNUALLY OVER FIVE YEARS. IN JANUARY 2014, HE SEPARATED FROM THE ORGANIZATION. PER APPROVAL OF THE BOARD THE DIRECTORS, THE REMAINING BALANCE OF $10,000 WAS FORGIVEN. THE LIVING DESERT ALSO ENTERED INTO A $500,000 KEY MAN LIFE INSURANCE POLICY ON THE FORMER CEO WHICH CONTAINED $150,000 WHOLE-LIFE PORTION. THE STIPULATIONS STATED THAT AFTER FIVE YEARS EMPLOYMENT, THE ENTIRE CASH VALUE OF THE WHOLE-LIFE PORTION WOULD BE VESTED TO THE PRESIDENT UPON HIS TERMINATION. THE PRESIDENT TERMINATED HIS EMPLOYMENT PRIOR TO JUNE 30, 2014 AND THE TOTAL CASH SURRENDER VALUE OF THE POLICY PAID OUT WAS $7,731.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. MediumBullet See separate instructions.
MediumBulletInformation about Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501(c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Relationship between disqualified person and organization (c) Description of transaction (d) Corrected?
Yes No





2
Enter the amount of tax incurred by organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ........................... Bullet Image$
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ....... Bullet Image$
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a, or Form 990, Part IV, line 26; or if the organization reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 5, 6, or 22
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship with organization (c) Purpose of loan (d) Loan to or from the organization? (e)Original principal amount (f)Balance due (g) In default? (h) Approved by board or committee? (i)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
(1) STACEY JOHNSON   RELOCATION COSTS: BALANCE OF $10,000 FORGIVEN DURING FY 13-14.   X 50,000 0   No Yes   Yes  
(2) KERRY GRAVES   RELOCATION COSTS   X 20,000 20,000   No Yes   Yes  
Total ......Small Bullet $ 20,000
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of assistance (d) Type of assistance (e) Purpose of assistance
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50056A
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
(1) TAMMY FOX SENIOR VP OF US TRUST SERVES ON THE BOARD OF LIVING DESERT 40,284 TAMMY FOX IS AN OFFICER OF BANK OF AMERICAN CORPORATION, THE PARENT COMPANY THAT OWNS THE ENTITY KNOWN AS US TRUST. THIS BOARD MEMBER ABSTAINS FROM DECISIONS MADE CONCERNING MATTERS THAT WOULD BE CONSIDERED A CONFLICT OF INTEREST. TOTAL INVESTMENT FEES PAID TO US TRUST WERE $40,284.   No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
SCHEDULE L, PART II, LOANS TO AND FROM INTERESTED PARTIES PARK SERVICES DIRECTOR
SCHEDULE L, PART II, LOANS TO AND FROM INTERESTED PARTIES STACEY JOHNSON: PURPOSE OF LOAN: RELOCATION COSTS: BALANCE OF $10,000 FORGIVEN DURING FY 13-14.
SCHEDULE L, PART II, LOANS TO AND FROM INTERESTED PARTIES KERRY GRAVES: PURPOSE OF LOAN: RELOCATION COSTS
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
Right pointing arrow large imageInformation about Schedule M (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded .        
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ... X 54 44,578 FMV
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( GALA AUCTION ) X 57 59,227 AUCTION SALE PRICE
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( TICKETS ) X 18 16,123 FMV
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( MISCELLANEOUS ) X 11 11,725 FMV
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( GIFT CERTIFIC ) X 5 1,000 FMV
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
 
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that
it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
 
No
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b,
32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
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SCHEDULE O
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
MediumBullet Information about Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at
www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE LIVING DESERT
 
Employer identification number

95-3385354
Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6 THE OFFICERS SHALL BE ELECTED AND HOLD OFFICE AT THE PLEASURE OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES. ALL OFFICERS OF THE LIVING DESERT SHALL BE MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES, ANY PRESIDENT'S CIRCLE MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING OF THE LIVING DESERT IS ELIGIBLE TO BE A TRUSTEE. THE OFFICERS SHALL BE CHOOSEN ANNUALLY BY THE BOARD OF TRUSTESS AT ITS ORGANIZATION MEETING AND EACH SHALL HOLD OFFICE FOR ONE YEAR OR UNTIL RESIGNATION OR REMOVAL, OR UNTIL A SUCCESSOR SHALL BE ELECTED AND QUALIFY.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6 ANYONE INTERESTED IN HELPING FURTHER THE OJECTIVES OF THE LIVING DESERT IS ELIGIBLE FOR MEMBERSHIP UPON APPLICATION AND PAYMENT OF THE APPROPRIATE DUES FOR THE DESIRED CLASS OF MEMBERSHIP.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A EACH YEAR, MEMBERS VOTE FOR TRUSTEES. MEMBERS DO NOT REVIEW OR APPROVE DECISIONS MADE BY THE TRUSTEES.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11 A COPY IS PROVIDED TO THE AUDIT COMMITTEE, AND SUBSEQUENTLY TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE, EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE AND THEN TO THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES BEFORE THE FORM 990 IS FILED.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY IS DESIGNED TO HELP MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND OFFICERS IDENTIFY SITUATIONS THAT PRESENT POTENTIAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND TO PROVIDE THE LIVING DESERT WITH A SET PROCEDURE THAT, IF OBSERVED, WILL ALLOW A TRANSACTION TO BE TREATED AS VALID AND BINDING EVEN THOUGH A TRUSTEE OR OFFICER HAS OR MAY HAVE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST WITH RESPECT TO THE TRANSACTION. BEFORE BOARD ACTION IS TAKEN ON A CONTRACT OR TRANSACTION INVOLVING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST, THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON HAVING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND WHO IS IN ATTENDANCE AT THE MEETING SHALL DISCLOSE ALL FACTS MATERIAL TO THE POTENTIAL CONFLICT. IF PERSON IS NOT IN ATTENDANCE, THE POTENTIAL CONFLICT SHALL BE DISCLOSED TO THE CHAIR. THE RESPONSIBLE PERSON SHALL NOT PARTICIPATE IN OR BE PERMITTED TO HEAR THE BOARD'S DISCUSSION REGARDING THE MANNER. THIS POLICY IS REVIEWED ANNUALLY BY EACH MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND ANY CHANGES TO THE POLICY SHALL BE COMMUNICATED IMMEDIATELY TO ALL RESPONSIBLE PERSONS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE REVIEWS INDEPENDENT DATA ANNUALLY, FOR THE PRESIDENT & CEO ONLY.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 OUR 990 AND OTHER GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, SUCH AS THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE AND AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST.
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 9: CHANGE IN VALUE OF BENEFICIAL INTEREST IN TRUSTS 27,094.
FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C: THERE HAS BEEN NO CHANGE TO THE OVERSIGHT PROCESS IN THE CURRENT YEAR.
FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 8 PRIOR PERIOD ADJUSTMENT: THERE WERE TWO PRIOR PERIOD ADJUSTMENTS FOR FYE 6/30/2014: 1) TO RESTATE BEGINNING ACCUMULATED DEPRECIATION ($202,340), AND 2) TO RECORD A PLEDGE RECEIVED IN THE PRIOR YEAR ($365,346).
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