Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
| (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 listed in your governing document? | (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) | (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions) | |
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| Yes | No | |||||
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Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) ![]() |
(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 1 | Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... | 21,991,668 | 30,974,164 | 26,105,266 | 25,044,891 | 19,527,320 | 123,643,309 |
| 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 | 21,991,668 | 30,974,164 | 26,105,266 | 25,044,891 | 19,527,320 | 123,643,309 |
| 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).. | 9,364,217 | |||||
| 6 | Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. | 114,279,092 | |||||
Calendar year
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(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 7 | Amounts from line 4.. | 21,991,668 | 30,974,164 | 26,105,266 | 25,044,891 | 19,527,320 | 123,643,309 |
| 8 | Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... | 587,166 | 1,376,467 | 941,320 | 940,645 | 820,571 | 4,666,169 |
| 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 VI.).. | 40,826 | 14,526 | 55,352 | |||
| 11 | Total support Add lines 7 through 10. | 128,364,830 | |||||
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) ![]() |
(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 1 | Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") . | ||||||
| 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...... | ||||||
| 3 | Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513.. | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| 7a | Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons... | ||||||
| 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. | ||||||
| c | Add lines 7a and 7b.. | ||||||
| 8 | Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.) | ||||||
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) ![]() |
(a) 2010 | (b) 2011 | (c) 2012 | (d) 2013 | (e) 2014 | (f) Total | |
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| 9 | Amounts from line 6... | ||||||
| 10a | Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. | ||||||
| b | Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975. | ||||||
| c | Add lines 10a and 10b. | ||||||
| 11 | Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on. | ||||||
| 12 | Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.) .. | ||||||
| 13 | Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.).. | ||||||
| Section A - Adjusted Net Income | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Net short-term capital gain | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Other gross income (see instructions) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Add lines 1 through 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Depreciation and depletion | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Other expenses (see instructions) | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) | 8 | ||||
| Section B - Minimum Asset Amount | (A) Prior Year |
(B) Current Year (optional) |
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| 1 | Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): | 1 | ||||
| a | Average monthly value of securities | 1a | ||||
| b | Average monthly cash balances | 1b | ||||
| c | Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets | 1c | ||||
| d | Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) | 1d | ||||
| e | Discount claimed for blockage or other factors (explain in detail in Part VI): | |||||
| 2 | Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Subtract line 2 from line 1d | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Multiply line 5 by .035 | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Recoveries of prior-year distributions | 7 | ||||
| 8 | Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) | 8 | ||||
| Section C - Distributable Amount | Current Year | |||||
| 1 | Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) | 1 | ||||
| 2 | Enter 85% of line 1 | 2 | ||||
| 3 | Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) | 3 | ||||
| 4 | Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 | 4 | ||||
| 5 | Income tax imposed in prior year | 5 | ||||
| 6 | Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) | 6 | ||||
| 7 | Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a non-functionally-integrated Type III supporting organization (see instructions) | |||||
| Section D - Distributions | Current Year | |
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| 1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes | ||
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2
Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in excess of income from activity |
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| 3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations | ||
| 4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets | ||
| 5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required) | ||
| 6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions | ||
| 7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6. | ||
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Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide details in Part VI). See instructions |
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| 9 Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6 | ||
| 10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount | ||
| Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) |
(i) Excess Distributions |
(ii) Underdistributions Pre-2014 |
(iii) Distributable Amount for 2014 |
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Distributable amount for 2014 from Section C, line 6 |
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2
Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2014 (reasonable cause required--see instructions) |
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| 3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2014: | ||||
| a From 2009.......X | ||||
| b From 2010.......X | ||||
| c From 2011.......X | ||||
| d From 2012.......X | ||||
| e From 2013....... | ||||
| fTotal of lines 3a through e | ||||
| g Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| h Applied to 2014 distributable amount | ||||
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Carryover from 2009 not applied (see instructions) |
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| j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f. | ||||
| 4Distributions for 2014 from Section D, line 7: | ||||
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| a Applied to underdistributions of prior years | ||||
| b Applied to 2014 distributable amount | ||||
| c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4. | ||||
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5
Remaining underdistributions for years prior to 2014, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2 (if amount greater than zero, see instructions) |
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6
Remaining underdistributions for 2014. Subtract lines 3h and 4b from line 1 (if amount greater than zero, see instructions) |
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7 Excess distributions carryover to 2015. Add lines 3j and 4c. |
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| 8 Breakdown of line 7: | ||||
| a From 2010.......X | ||||
| b From 2011.......X | ||||
| c From 2012.......X | ||||
| d From 2013....... | ||||
| e From 2014....... | ||||
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| Form 990, Part I, Line 1 | The Chesapeake Bay and its tributary rivers are broadly recognized as a national treasure. But, they are fouled by excess nitrogen, phosphorus, and sediment pollution. In fact, the Bay and most of its tidal tributaries are listed on the Clean Water Act's 303(d) list of "impaired waters." The Chesapeake Bay Foundation's (CBF) mission, simply stated, is to Save the Bay and keep it saved. We define a saved Bay as having a score of 70 (out of 100) on CBF's State of the Bay health index. Thanks largely to a dramatic reduction in the amount of pollution entering the system, at 70 the Chesapeake Bay and its tributary rivers will be highly productive and in good health as measured by established water-quality standards. The result will be clear water, free of the impacts from toxic contaminants, and healthy oxygen levels, able to support living resources in all parts of the Bay. Founded in 1966, CBF is the largest regional conservation organization dedicated solely to saving a national treasure-the Chesapeake Bay and its rivers and streams. With headquarters in Annapolis, MD; state offices in MD, VA, PA, and DC; and educational centers and programs across the region; CBF works throughout the 64,000-square-mile Chesapeake watershed to educate-build an informed citizenry; advocate-advance pollution reduction; litigate-encourage enforcement of environmental law; and restore-rebuild the Bay system's natural filters such as oysters, underwater grasses, and streamside forests. CBF is supported by more than 248,048 members and e-subscribers and has a staff of 179 full-time employees. |
| Form 990, Part III, Line 4a | Education, continued from page 2: Engaged 60 student leaders from high schools across the region through our Student Leadership summer courses. Designed to engage tomorrow's environmental leaders, these students now participate in CBF events, share what they learned with peers, and create projects in their communities to better the environment. Educated 379 elected officials, policy makers, journalists, and other community leaders and advocates through on-the-water field experiences. These trips inform influential members of the community about the issues facing the Bay and the ways that they can help further the Bay's restoration. Taught 26 principals and school administrators through our Principal Environmental Leadership Courses. These courses increase support for environmental education, while promoting the establishment of environmental school programs. Partnered with 12 Maryland school systems to develop lesson plans that incorporate environmental education. These model curricula are being used by schools across the state, helping teachers to fully implement Maryland's first-in-the-nation environmental literacy graduation requirement. Expanded systemic environmental education in Virginia by partnering with Hampton City Public Schools. This comes in addition to existing partnerships with the Virginia Beach City and Rockingham County school systems. Through this work, CBF is striving to connect classroom instruction to outdoor learning for students at every grade level. |
| Form 990, Part III, Line 4b | Environmental Protection and Restoration (EPR), continued from page 2: Raised and planted more than 17.7 million juvenile oysters and deployed 546 reef balls (artificial habitat for oysters). Situated on protected reefs, these oysters will play a critical role in filtering pollution from waterways. Collected 1,215 bushels of oyster shell through the Save Oyster Shells program. Gathered from restaurants and individuals, the shells serve as valuable habitat for juvenile oysters in restoration projects. Engaged volunteers in environmental restoration projects. All told, these dedicated volunteers contributed 26,062 hours of their time and assisted with projects ranging from tree plantings to oyster gardening. Cleaned 450 miles of stream and shoreline during the 27th annual Clean the Bay Day. That day, 6,000 volunteers collected 105,000 pounds of trash at 275 sites across Virginia. Planted almost 70 miles of forested buffers along streams and creeks in Pennsylvania and Maryland. Worked with 122 farmers and landowners in Pennsylvania to install conservation practices. Restored 229 acres of wetlands. Helped secure $27 million in public funding to enable Virginia farmers to reduce polluted runoff-the largest investment ever made in this program. We also helped to secure funding for the state's environmental education program. Improved fisheries management in Virginia by advocating for legislation that better manages menhaden. We also fought to preserve the Virginia Marine Resources Commission's authority to enforce laws aimed at protecting oyster reefs from poaching. Defended Virginia's stormwater management law against efforts to weaken it. Advocated for the passage of a regulatory tool that will help Maryland farmers better manage chicken manure. This science-based tool will significantly reduce the amount of agricultural pollution fouling Maryland waterways. Protected Maryland's stormwater management law from repeal and, in so doing, convinced the General Assembly to improve the law. Launched "Clean Water Counts," a campaign to challenge Pennsylvania officials to make clean water a priority and to commit the resources needed to achieve it. So far, 17 counties have signed on to the initiative, representing about a third of the state's population. Blocked legislation in Pennsylvania that would have weakened pollution-reduction efforts, while helping to preserve public funding to reduce agricultural pollution and restore urban areas. Litigation Defended the Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint in federal appeals court, arguing in support of the pollution limits that are the cornerstone of the plan. The court agreed, ensuring that multi-state clean-up efforts will continue. Challenged stormwater permits issued by the Maryland Department of the Environment in six counties. As a result, the permits are being rewritten to include clearer pollution limits. Joined a case to defend the federal Mercury and Air Toxics Standards, which are designed to limit the emission of toxic air pollutants released by power plants. These important pollution limits are being challenged by industry. Advocated in the Richmond Circuit Court for mandatory regulations to exclude livestock from streams. Although the judge ruled in favor of the county, the case revealed new information about the condition of Virginia's waterways, and brought valuable attention to the need to fence livestock from streams. Prompted the Anne Arundel County Circuit Court to review their authorization of development beside waterways. Previously, despite a law that requires a two-hundred-foot buffer, the court routinely granted exceptions when asked. Urged the Environmental Protection Agency to study sediment toxicity and potential human health impacts associated with discharges from a hazardous waste site on the Patapsco River in Maryland. Monitored federal proceedings concerning the re-licensing of the Conowingo Dam, making sure that environmental considerations are fully taken into account. |
| Form 990, Part III, Line 4c | Communications, continued from page 2: More than 709,000 unique individuals visited cbf.org, and over 21,000 advocacy messages were sent to key decision makers. CBF's quarterly electronic newsletter was distributed to more than 168,000 e-members. CBF's Facebook audience increased by more than 25% to over 70,000 fans. CBF's Twitter following increased by more than 30% to over 18,000 followers. CBF's more than 19,028 volunteers donated over 33,859 hours. Using the Independent Sector scale, their value is greater than $780 thousand. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 2 | William C. Baker and Truman T. Semans have a business relationship. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 | An independent audit firm was engaged to conduct the financial statements' audit and to assist in preparing the Form 990. The Chief Financial Officer and Finance staff directly participated in preparing the form, drafting responses to questions and reviewing the Form 990 in draft. The Chief Financial Officer then reviewed it with the President and Chairman of the Audit and Finance Committee. The 990 was provided to the Audit and Finance Committee, comprised of Board of Trustee members, for their review and comments, after which it was sent to the full Board before being electronically filed with the IRS. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c | Each Trustee, officer, key employee and employees in positions to obligate CBF are required to review a copy of the conflict of interest policy annually and complete a disclosure form identifying any relationship positions or circumstances which he or she believes could contribute to a conflict. The conflict of interest disclosure form is completed, signed and returned to the Chief Financial Officer who notifies the Chairman of the Audit and Finance Committee and the General Counsel of any concerns. This process is also covered in orientation sessions held for new Trustees as well as for new employees. If items arise during Board meetings that are conflicts of interest, the board member having possible conflicts of interest cannot vote or participate in Board or Committee deliberations on the subject or be counted toward meeting a quorum. However, they may answer questions. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 | During the annual budget approval meeting of the Audit and Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees, the Committee reviews and approves the salary and any proposed pay increase for the President and key employees. Compensation related decisions are documented within the minutes. The committee will provide this information to the full board for approval. The President's last compensation review took place in May 2015. Generally, compensation for all staff is independently reviewed and determined annually based on performance evaluation, and analysis of comparable data obtained from industry resources and peer organizations. An overall increase pool, based on market data, is approved by the Committee for use in the process. In addition, the President, Chief of Staff and Director of Human Resources review and approve all staff alignment to ensure consistency and continuity of various positions within the appropriate pay grades and ranges. |
| Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 | CBF's governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available to the public upon request using contact information on the website. Audited financial statements, the Form 990, and the Annual Report can be found on CBF's website. Audited financial statements and the Form 990 are also filed with state charitable solicitation registrations, and are also available through not-for-profit internet portals such as Guidestar and Charity Navigator. |
| Form 990, Part IX, Line 24b: | During FY12, the organization accrued federal and state tax expenses, related to unrelated business income generated from the sale of its interest in a partnership. No tax expenses were accrued for federal and state taxes. In FY15, $4,590 were recovered. |
| Form 990, Part XI, line 9: | Unrealized gain on interest rate swap 136,824. |
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