2026-04-14T12:57:41-07:00 2025-12-31 933871126 Kryston Lemay 79 Lake Shore Dr Auburn ME 04210 990 2025-01-01 010357213 Freeport Conservation Trust FREE 2078563985 PO Box 433 Freeport ME 04032 Thomas Boutureira Treasurer 2026-04-14 true Kryston Lemay Esq P00554046 2078996998 X 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Thomas Boutureira PO Box 433 Freeport ME 04032 699344 false X www.freeportconservationtrust.org X 1977 ME FCTs mission is to conserve and steward natural resources in the Freeport community. 12 12 3 68 0 228317 402882 3000 22000 63837 59322 102 149 295256 484353 0 0 99191 109428 0 25611 111000 145062 210191 254490 85065 229863 4510709 6366283 19059 15822 4491650 6350461 To protect, preserve and connect open space lands and provide public access to natural areas in Freeport, including forests, farmland, scenic vistas, wildlife habitat, and shoreland. false false 75207 The Land Protection Program is central to FCTs work and reflects its community-based approach to conservation. Staff work closely with a volunteer Land Committee to identify and pursue conservation opportunities using a strategic approach that considers land connectivity, ecological value, and recreational opportunities. FCT partners with volunteers, landowners, municipalities, and other environmental organizations to achieve lasting conservation outcomes. 67318 22704 The Stewardship Program is dedicated to the perpetual care of lands owned by FCT and conservation easements held by the organization. This work is led by staff and supported by a volunteer stewardship committee responsible for maintaining records and meeting monitoring and filing requirements under Maine law. The program includes annual monitoring, trail maintenance, capital improvements, development of new trails, and overall property management. Administration, oversight, and planning are guided by the Land Trust Alliance Standards and Practices. 61038 The Community Outreach Program hosts community events, field programs, and workshops to encourage public engagement and increase awareness of local natural resources. FCT uses a variety of communication channels to connect with residents and promote participation in conservation activities. The organization also works with teachers in the local school district to support environmental education and outdoor learning. 203563 true true false false false false true false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false true 6 0 true 3 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false X 12 12 false false false false false false false true true false false true true true true true true true true false X Thomas Boutureira 2078563985 PO Box 433 Freeport ME 04032 X Carrie Kinne Executive Director 40.00 0.00 74405 0 13403 Ethel Wilkerson President 3.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Kelly Sink Vice President 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Thomas Boutureira Treasurer 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Robert Stevens Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Toby Jacobs Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Virginia Lee Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Seth Martin Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Ally McDougal Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Mason Morfit Director 0.50 0.00 X 0 0 0 Benjamin Niles Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 John Slavin Director 0.50 0.00 X 0 0 0 Eric Sofen Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 74405 13403 0 false false false 0 402882 172500 402882 Fee for Service 900099 22000 22000 22000 33041 33041 0 0 0 241272 214991 26281 26281 26281 0 0 0 Credit Card Rewards 900999 149 149 149 484353 48281 33190 X 0 0 0 0 79645 59075 10787 9783 0 9556 9556 7728 5844 906 978 5675 3633 1135 907 6824 5251 825 748 0 0 4123 4123 0 0 195 195 107137 97829 1636 7672 0 1357 497 741 119 0 0 7200 4320 1440 1440 400 250 150 0 0 0 0 3679 3405 274 4551 2731 910 910 Equipment 7036 6342 417 277 Printing and Publications 3241 1862 652 727 Dues & Subscriptions 2075 1245 415 415 Bank Charges 1016 2 1014 3052 1723 708 621 254490 203563 25316 25611 55726 39262 66834 64964 0 8720 14355 0 0 0 0 0 4322976 19739 2533904 4303237 1808221 1942464 0 0 0 37304 2001 4510709 6366283 19059 15822 19059 15822 X 1689859 2059917 2801791 4290544 4491650 6350461 4510709 6366283 X 229863 218948 1410000 X false false false X 145981 191289 166676 228317 402882 1135145 0 0 145981 191289 166676 228317 402882 1135145 288230 846915 21348 24557 28623 31158 33041 138727 0 126 102 149 377 1274249 25000 0.66460 0.76270 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X X X 45 11 1 true 18 3200 false 4240529 4240529 4294 4223 71 78153 15516 62637 4303237 Part II, Line 9: Organization Reporting of conservation easements. Lands held in fee are recorded as assets on the balance sheet. When purchased at cost, the price paid plus costs associated with acquisition becomes the recorded value. For property that has been donated, the valuation is based on the fair market value as reported by an independent appraisal. Each property of which FCT holds an easement or owns in fee is assigned a steward who completes an annual inspection and files an annual inspection form. The steward reports violations to the stewardship chair who in turn brings them to the board for discussion. The Trust has in place a strategy to secure financial and legal resources for enforcement and defense. X 2 172500 Tax assessment false false false Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Prior to filing, the Form 990 is made available to all board members for review and comment. The 990 is circulated in draft form by email and a hard copy is available in the office. The 990 is also brought to the bi-monthly board meeting for discussion if necessary. The board is allowed two weeks for review and comment before the 990 is filed. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Board members are required to read and sign the Conflict of Interest Policy which obligates them to report any conflicts as defined by said policy. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15a The Executive Director's position is reviewed annually by the President, Vice President, and Treasurer for performance and compensation. The President of the Board administers a formal performance evaluation with solicited input from other Board Members. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15b Compensation is reviewed and compared with standards in similar non-profit organizations. Compensation is approved by the full board based on the recommendation of the Executive Committee. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 No documents available to the public. Form 990, Part XI, Line 9 Land donated in 2024 updated with appraised value = $1410000