Virginia Conservation Network
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Virginia Conservation Network is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Richmond, Virginia, registered in 1976, with $1,222,344 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it B.
701 E Franklin St Ste 800, Richmond, VA, 23219 EIN 51-0198762 Since 1976
Revenue (FY2024)
$1.2M
▲ 28.7% vs prior year
Environment median: $250K
Expenses (FY2024)
$1.2M
Net assets
$907K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
B
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Virginia Conservation Network— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating9 mo reserves · +6% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Virginia Conservation Network: 9 mo reserves · +6% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Virginia Conservation Network— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Virginia Conservation Network: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 701 E Franklin St Ste 800, Richmond, VA, 23219
- City
- Richmond
- State
- Virginia
- Category
- Environment
- Subcategory
- Alliances, Advocacy & Professional Societies
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $389K (FY2013) to $1.2M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $147KNet assets $907K
Operating margin
5.7%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$1.1M
Total liabilities
$147K
Net assets
$907K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,222,344▲28.7% | $1,152,235▲22.9% | $906,704▲1.6% | $1,053,774▼3.1% | 990 |
| 2023 | $949,857▼2.6% | $937,552▼0.2% | $892,796▲1.4% | $1,087,027▼3.9% | 990 |
| 2022 | $975,272▲15.9% | $939,006▲21.7% | $880,491▲3.9% | $1,130,736▲27.3% | 990 |
| 2021 | $841,242▼8.2% | $771,593▲8.2% | $847,440▲9.0% | $887,983▲12.3% | 990 |
| 2020 | $916,806▲36.6% | $713,301▲12.4% | $777,792▲35.4% | $790,959▲36.4% | 990 |
| 2019 | $671,053▼6.6% | $634,742▲20.7% | $574,289▲6.7% | $579,770▲6.8% | 990 |
| 2018 | $718,260▲22.1% | $525,836▲30.3% | $537,976▲55.7% | $542,910▲53.5% | 990 |
| 2017 | $588,436▲53.3% | $403,432▲9.6% | $345,552▲115% | $353,801▲110% | 990 |
| 2016 | $383,968▲8.6% | $368,132▼11.8% | $160,548▲10.9% | $168,431▲11.6% | 990 |
| 2015 | $353,550▼11.8% | $417,288▲19.0% | $144,712▼30.6% | $150,953▼29.2% | 990 |
| 2014 | $401,004▲3.2% | $350,707▲2.6% | $208,450▲31.8% | $213,122▲29.7% | 990 |
| 2013 | $388,700 | $341,809▲17.7% | $158,153▲42.1% | $164,370▲43.5% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $290,441▲24.2% | $111,262▲37.4% | $114,566▲36.8% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $233,889▲49.0% | $80,990▼41.5% | $83,771▼40.3% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $156,956 | $138,337 | $140,352 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $3.4M total
32 grants to Virginia Conservation Network totaling $3.4M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States Energy Foundation | To support education and outreach to build a clean energy future. | 2024 | $390,000 |
| The Conservation Fund A Nonprofit Corporation | Conservation of natural resources;sustainable economic & community development | 2024 | $20,000 |
| United States Energy Foundation | General operating support. | 2023 | $250,000 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Conservation assistance | 2023 | $58,508 |
| Environmental Defense Fund Incorporated | — | 2023 | $15,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2023 | $10,100 |
| The Conservation Fund A Nonprofit Corporation | Conservation of natural resources;sustainable economic & community development | 2023 | $10,000 |
| United States Energy Foundation | General operating support. | 2022 | $300,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2022 | $104,350 |
| National Wildlife Federation | Conservation assistance | 2022 | $53,763 |
| Nature Conservancy | Conservation activities | 2022 | $20,000 |
| Trust For Public Land | Contributions | 2022 | $10,000 |
| United States Energy Foundation | General operating support. to support education and outreach to build a clean energy future. | 2021 | $320,000 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $52,600 |
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | For grant recipient's exempt purposes | 2021 | $52,600 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Virginia Conservation Network a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Virginia Conservation Network is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 51-0198762, based in Richmond, Virginia. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Virginia Conservation Network's EIN?
- Virginia Conservation Network's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 51-0198762.
- How much revenue does Virginia Conservation Network report?
- Virginia Conservation Network reported $1,222,344 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Virginia Conservation Network have?
- CharityIndex grades Virginia Conservation Network B, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Virginia Conservation Network (EIN 51-0198762) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.