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Nonprofit · EIN 33-4359910

EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC

Tax-exempt · GOLDEN, CO 80401

Financials

$747K$217K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$747,324$217,283$530,041$1,943,827$1,413,786$530,041
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$699,975
Program service revenue
$47,301
Investment income
$48
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Legal fees
$3,364
Accounting fees
$375
Occupancy
$8,453
Depreciation
$26,345
Program services (functional)
$80,203
Management and general (functional)
$129,695
Fundraising (functional)
$7,385

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$0
Total assets, end of year
$1,943,827
Total liabilities, end of year
$1,413,786
Net assets, end of year
$530,041
Land, buildings and equipment
$1,870,498
Net assets without donor restrictions
$530,041
Gross receipts
$747,324
Employees
0
Volunteers
3
Year formed
2025
State of legal domicile
CO

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Lauren TerryExecutive Director
Trustee or director, Officer
20$50,000
Quinton HennighDirector
Trustee or director
5$0
Thomas MoneckeDirector
Trustee or director, Officer
5$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
2207 JACKSON ST, GOLDEN, CO 80401-2300
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
Lauren Terry, 711 20th St, Golden, CO 80401
Signed the 990
Lauren Terry, Executive Director
Phone
(303) 229-3161
Return prepared by
Blacksmith CPA

Mission

To revitalize the minerals and mining workforce through hands-on, interdisciplinary training that connects education, innovation, and industry.

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Field Programs and Drill Core Academy - The Earth Resources Innovation Institute (ERII) delivers workforce training programs designed to prepare students and early-career professionals for careers in mineral exploration and geoscience. These programs include immersive field-based training courses and the development of a dedicated Drill Core Academy, which provides hands-on experience in drill core logging, structural interpretation, alteration mapping, sampling protocols, and digital data management. Participants engage in applied learning in both field and simulated professional environments, working alongside industry professionals and academic mentors.These programs address critical workforce gaps in the mineral resources sector by equipping participants with practical, industry-relevant skills that are not typically accessible through traditional academic training, supporting career readiness in critical minerals and energy resource industries.
    Expenses $40,102
  • Denver Mineral Exploration Symposium - ERII organizes and hosts the annual Denver Mineral Exploration Symposium (DMES), a professional event that convenes students, academics, and industry professionals to share knowledge, present research, and foster collaboration in mineral exploration. The symposium includes technical presentations, networking opportunities, and exhibitor participation, creating a platform for knowledge exchange and professional development within the geoscience community.This program strengthens connections between academia and industry, supports the dissemination of current research and best practices, and enhances access to professional networks for students and early-career geoscientists.
    Expenses $24,061 · revenue $47,301
  • Scholarships and Research Support - ERII supports research and innovation in geoscience through scholarships, mentorship, and applied research opportunities for students. The program provides financial assistance for graduate education, supports participation in field and training programs, and facilitates engagement in research projects focused on mineral exploration and resource development. ERII prioritizes international collaboration and supports students from diverse and underrepresented regions.This program advances geoscience research capacity, supports the development of future leaders in the field, and contributes to innovation in mineral exploration through the integration of education, research, and applied practice.
    Expenses $16,040

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025Check at the IRS
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024Check at the IRS

IRS record

EIN
33-4359910
Tax-exempt status
501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
Foundation status
Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
Donations deductible (Pub 78)
Public charity, 50% deduction limit
Exempt since
2026
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Education (B90)
Assets (IRS master file)
$1,943,827
Income (IRS master file)
$747,324

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$747,324$217,283$1,943,827IRS

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 33-4359910).

Questions about EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC

What is the EIN of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC is 33-4359910.
Is EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2026.
Are donations to EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC due?
The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
When did EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Lauren Terry.
Who are the officers and directors of EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 3 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $50,000 (Lauren Terry, Executive Director).
How much revenue does EARTH RESOURCES INNOVATION INSTITUTE INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $747,324, expenses of $217,283 and total assets of $1,943,827 at year end.

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