Liabilities / Assets
96th percentile
Higher debt load relative to assets than 96% of similar nonprofits.
Monterey Bay Dart
EIN 83-2731549 • 501(c)3 • Santa Cruz, CA
Profile
To connect and coordinate industry, government, academic, and DART practitioners to pursue opportunities for regional advancement, innovation, and economic development.
Siviq Scores
Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.
1.80x
Liabilities / Revenue
83rd percentile
Higher debt load relative to revenue than 83% of similar nonprofits.
Net Margin
17th percentile
Higher net margin than 17% of similar nonprofits.
Top Officer Pay
81st percentile
Higher top officer pay than 81% of similar nonprofits.
Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.
Asset Growth
12th percentile
Faster asset growth than 12% of similar nonprofits.
Revenue Growth
23rd percentile
Faster revenue growth than 23% of similar nonprofits.
Balance Sheet
Assets
Down$2,454
Down $18,521 (-88%) from 2023
Liabilities
Down$4,406
Down $3,819 (-46%) from 2023
Net Assets
Down-$1,952
Down $14,702 (-115%) from 2023
Revenue
Down$38,421
Down $23,344 (-38%) from 2023
Expenses
Down$53,123
Down $29,092 (-35%) from 2023
Net Income
Up-$14,702
Up $5,748 (+28%) from 2023
Trend Graphs
Filings
Most recent year
2024 • Form 990EZDetailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.
- Assets
- $2,454
- Liabilities
- $4,406
- Net assets
- -$1,952
- Revenue
- $38,421
- Expenses
- $53,123
- Net income
- -$14,702
Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
- Filing Period
- Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
- Signed
- Nov 17, 2025
- Return Version
- 2024v5.0
- Gross Receipts
- $38,421
Mission and Program Overview
Mission
Promote drone automation and robotic technologies.
Drone, Aviation, and Robotics Technology (DART) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to support quality job growth and community vitality. DART's mission is to help catalyze the emerging Low Altitude Economy-the rapidly growing sector of drones and new classes of aircraft operating below 5,000 feet such as electric vertical tack-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft-so that individuals and communities can benefit both from the services these technologies provide and from the meaningful career pathways they create.
Program Services
| Description | Grants | Expenses |
|---|---|---|
| In 2024, DART significantly advanced this mission by strengthening regional capacity in UAS, AAM, and related automation technologies. The organization expanded its role as a trusted convener and technical resource, collaborating with educational institutions, industry partners, and public agencies to deliver measurable progress in workforce development, regional planning, and coordinated advancement of Low Altitude Economy infrastructure and training programs. Leadership Growth DART's leadership and visibility increased substantially in 2024 as the organization continued shaping the region's transition into the Low Altitude Economy. For example, in 2024 DART, the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP), and the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) co-founded the Monterey Bay Tech Hub, strengthening regional coordination around emerging technologies that can generate high-quality jobs and community benefit. DART facilitated monthly Infrastructure Working Group meetings, participated in Workforce Development Convenings, and contributed to Leadership Council meetings to align regional priorities around UAS/AAM workforce preparation, infrastructure planning, and innovation readiness. At the state level, DART played a key coordination role in developing California's response to the FAA Center for Advanced Aviation Technology (CAAT) Request for Information (RFI)-an effort central to advancing the Low Altitude Economy at scale. Through expanded engagement with the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) and other partners, DART continues to position the Central Coast as a meaningful contributor to statewide UAS and AAM innovation. | $0 | $0 |
| Workforce Training, Feasibility Studies, and Reports In alignment with its mission to expand access to quality jobs in the Low Altitude Economy, DART delivered several foundational studies and resources that support regional workforce readiness in advanced manufacturing, robotics, drone operations, and AAM technologies. Key accomplishments included: Regional Workforce Training Center Feasibility Study, analyzing the potential for a dedicated training facility serving emerging aviation and automation industries. Monterey Bay Emerging Technology Workforce Skills Demand Study, identifying essential skills and workforce needs tied to UAS, robotics, and AAM sectors. SOAR: Advanced Air Mobility in the Monterey Bay Region Readiness Assessment, evaluating regional preparedness for Low Altitude Economy infrastructure, operations, and services. Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Pilot (AMAP) Case Study: DART also partnered with Joby Aviation and Talent Rewire to develop and publish the Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Pilot (AMAP) Case Study and implementation guides designed for employers, economic development practitioners, and community-based organizations. These resources support scalable and inclusive apprenticeship models connected to UAS and AAM manufacturing career pathways. Furthermore, AMAP supported 20 initial local hires, prompting Joby to independently fund 40 additional apprenticeship positions based on its success. The program helped strengthen pathways into advanced manufacturing and aerospace careers for Monterey Bay residents. Policy momentum followed: SB 800, introduced by Senator Anna Caballero, created tax incentives for electric aviation manufacturing, supporting further growth in the regional AAM sector. Additionally, Joby Aviation secured a $9.8 million CalCompetes Award to expand its Marina Airport facilities into a 250,000-square-foot facility projected to create 690 statewide jobs, including over 400 in Marina. These outcomes reinforced Monterey Bay's emerging role as a hub for advanced aviation and manufacturing industries and demonstrated how coordinated public-private partnerships can support long-term workforce and economic resilience. Additionally, DART's Executive Director was appointed to a two-year term on the Monterey County Workforce Development Board, reflecting growing alignment between DART's mission and regional workforce priorities. | $0 | $0 |
| Continued James Irvine Foundation Support The first Irvine Foundation grant (administered by CSUMB on behalf of DART) supported workforce development, strategic partnerships, and regional resilience. The grant funded staff, operations, and project contracts totaling $1.5 million. Key outcomes included: Launch of the Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program (AMAP) with Joby Aviation (20 initial hires, 40 extended hires independently funded by Joby). Completion of the Regional Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Training Center Feasibility Study (mentioned above). Strengthened partnerships with CBOs, educators, and policymakers across Salinas and Pajaro Valley. Legislative and economic outcomes such as SB800 and the CalCompetes Award supporting aviation manufacturing expansion. The second Irvine Foundation grant (2023-2025) continues these efforts with a $1.95 million investment to expand pathways into aerospace and agricultural technology careers. The grant supports increased outreach, partnerships with regional employers, and development of high-opportunity career pathways for disinvested communities. Event and Community Engagement To advance public understanding and workforce participation in the Low Altitude Economy, DART actively engaged community stakeholders, educators, industry experts, and workforce boards. | $0 | $0 |
| In 2024, DART: Hosted the Annual Drone Pavilion at FIRA USA, showcasing agricultural robotics, drone platforms, and emerging applications. Participated in key industry events, including the MOVE Mobility Conference, Global Autonomous Systems Conference, Commercial UAV Expo, and Revolution Aero. Presented at the California Workforce Association Meeting of the Minds Conference, and shared AMAP insights at the Chabot Space and Science Center Aerospace Workforce Summit. Conducted workshops and collaborative meetings with Building Healthy Communities, Workforce Development Boards, and Career Technical Education Centers to support awareness of AAM/UAS career pathways and accessible training options. These engagements helped expand understanding of Low Altitude Economy opportunities while supporting community access to education and workforce resources. The 2024 Annual DART Symposium: This 4th annual convening brought together leaders from workforce agencies, educational institutions, AAM/UAS companies, and government organizations. Sessions focused on workforce training, infrastructure planning, and the economic development potential of Low Altitude Economy technologies. Key elements included: Advanced Air Mobility Short Course for public officials to understand AAM integration opportunities. Tours of Joby Aviation's manufacturing facilities, providing insights into workforce and operational demands. Panels addressing research, infrastructure planning, airspace management and safety integration, and vertiport/test-site needs. A fireside chat highlighting government roles in fostering AAM innovation economies. Sessions on return on investment and economic potential of UAS/AAM technologies. The final day emphasized workforce and partnership development, AgTech innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. Through these conversations, the symposium highlighted pathways to long-term regional economic vitality and community benefit. | $0 | $0 |
| Organizational Development to support its growing mission, DART expanded its organizational capacity in 2024 by adding new staff to strengthen operational, partnership, and communications functions. The organization also expanded its Board of Directors to enhance governance and regional alignment. In addition, DART launched an Advisory Council, convening bi-annual meetings to provide strategic guidance as the region prepares for increased UAS and AAM activity. Funding and Development In 2024, DART pursued strategic funding opportunities to advance workforce and infrastructure components central to the Low Altitude Economy. The organization: Partnered with the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) to submit a U.S. Department of Transportation SMART Grant proposal focused on innovative mobility solutions. Submitted an invited Disaster Response and Resilience Grant to the Community Foundation for Monterey County, focused on emergency preparedness in communities that may benefit from drone-enabled services. Led the Advancing Central Coast AAM Economy: Workforce and Infrastructure proposal to the CA Jobs First - Uplift Central Coast Catalyst program, aligning regional workforce development with anticipated UAS/AAM industry growth. DART also completed its Three-Year Strategic Business & Action Plan, which outlines pathways for long-term sustainability. In closing, by the end of 2024, DART facilitated positioning the Monterey Bay region as a forward-looking contributor to the Low Altitude Economy. Through studies, convenings, workforce development activities, and strategic collaboration, DART advanced its mission to help communities benefit from drone and advanced aviation technologies-both as enhanced services and as pathways to quality, family-sustaining careers. | $0 | $0 |
Compensation and Service Providers
Employees
| Name | Title | Full / Part Time | Base | Other | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cody Cleverly | President | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Chris Bley | Vice President And Treasurer | PT | $0 | - | - |
| Michael Matkin | Director | - | $0 | - | - |
| Sarasina Tuchen | Director | - | $0 | - | - |
| Josh Metz | Executive Director | PT | $0 | - | - |
Filing and Contact Details
Filer
- Filer Name
- Monterey Bay Dart
- EIN
- 83-2731549
- Phone
- 8312001969
- Address
- 101 Cooper Street, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Signing Officer
- Name
- Josh Metz
- Title
- Executive Director
- Phone
- 8312001969
- Signed
- 2025-11-17
Supplemental Narrative
Additional Explanations
Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16
“IT & Website Services; Insurance; Contracts for Accounting and Professional Business Services; Attendance Costs at Conferences; Costs derived from MB DART's Events including advertising; supplies; space rental; event catering, etc.”
Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 24
“Furniture & Equipment”
Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 26
“Credit Card Debt”
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| IRS990EZ/PrimaryExemptPurposeTxt | 0 | Drone, Aviation, and Robotics Technology (DART) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) to support quality job growth and community vitality. DART's mission is to help catalyze the emerging Low Altitude Economy-the rapidly growing sector of drones and new classes of aircraft operating below 5,000 feet such as electric vertical tack-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft-so that individuals and communities can benefit both from the services these technologies provide and from the meaningful career pathways they create. |
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| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 0 | In 2024, DART significantly advanced this mission by strengthening regional capacity in UAS, AAM, and related automation technologies. The organization expanded its role as a trusted convener and technical resource, collaborating with educational institutions, industry partners, and public agencies to deliver measurable progress in workforce development, regional planning, and coordinated advancement of Low Altitude Economy infrastructure and training programs. Leadership Growth DART's leadership and visibility increased substantially in 2024 as the organization continued shaping the region's transition into the Low Altitude Economy. For example, in 2024 DART, the Monterey Bay Economic Partnership (MBEP), and the University of California, Santa Cruz (UCSC) co-founded the Monterey Bay Tech Hub, strengthening regional coordination around emerging technologies that can generate high-quality jobs and community benefit. DART facilitated monthly Infrastructure Working Group meetings, participated in Workforce Development Convenings, and contributed to Leadership Council meetings to align regional priorities around UAS/AAM workforce preparation, infrastructure planning, and innovation readiness. At the state level, DART played a key coordination role in developing California's response to the FAA Center for Advanced Aviation Technology (CAAT) Request for Information (RFI)-an effort central to advancing the Low Altitude Economy at scale. Through expanded engagement with the Governor's Office of Business and Economic Development (GO-Biz) and other partners, DART continues to position the Central Coast as a meaningful contributor to statewide UAS and AAM innovation. |
| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 1 | Workforce Training, Feasibility Studies, and Reports In alignment with its mission to expand access to quality jobs in the Low Altitude Economy, DART delivered several foundational studies and resources that support regional workforce readiness in advanced manufacturing, robotics, drone operations, and AAM technologies. Key accomplishments included: Regional Workforce Training Center Feasibility Study, analyzing the potential for a dedicated training facility serving emerging aviation and automation industries. Monterey Bay Emerging Technology Workforce Skills Demand Study, identifying essential skills and workforce needs tied to UAS, robotics, and AAM sectors. SOAR: Advanced Air Mobility in the Monterey Bay Region Readiness Assessment, evaluating regional preparedness for Low Altitude Economy infrastructure, operations, and services. Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Pilot (AMAP) Case Study: DART also partnered with Joby Aviation and Talent Rewire to develop and publish the Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Pilot (AMAP) Case Study and implementation guides designed for employers, economic development practitioners, and community-based organizations. These resources support scalable and inclusive apprenticeship models connected to UAS and AAM manufacturing career pathways. Furthermore, AMAP supported 20 initial local hires, prompting Joby to independently fund 40 additional apprenticeship positions based on its success. The program helped strengthen pathways into advanced manufacturing and aerospace careers for Monterey Bay residents. Policy momentum followed: SB 800, introduced by Senator Anna Caballero, created tax incentives for electric aviation manufacturing, supporting further growth in the regional AAM sector. Additionally, Joby Aviation secured a $9.8 million CalCompetes Award to expand its Marina Airport facilities into a 250,000-square-foot facility projected to create 690 statewide jobs, including over 400 in Marina. These outcomes reinforced Monterey Bay's emerging role as a hub for advanced aviation and manufacturing industries and demonstrated how coordinated public-private partnerships can support long-term workforce and economic resilience. Additionally, DART's Executive Director was appointed to a two-year term on the Monterey County Workforce Development Board, reflecting growing alignment between DART's mission and regional workforce priorities. |
| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 2 | Continued James Irvine Foundation Support The first Irvine Foundation grant (administered by CSUMB on behalf of DART) supported workforce development, strategic partnerships, and regional resilience. The grant funded staff, operations, and project contracts totaling $1.5 million. Key outcomes included: Launch of the Advanced Manufacturing Apprenticeship Program (AMAP) with Joby Aviation (20 initial hires, 40 extended hires independently funded by Joby). Completion of the Regional Advanced Manufacturing Workforce Training Center Feasibility Study (mentioned above). Strengthened partnerships with CBOs, educators, and policymakers across Salinas and Pajaro Valley. Legislative and economic outcomes such as SB800 and the CalCompetes Award supporting aviation manufacturing expansion. The second Irvine Foundation grant (2023-2025) continues these efforts with a $1.95 million investment to expand pathways into aerospace and agricultural technology careers. The grant supports increased outreach, partnerships with regional employers, and development of high-opportunity career pathways for disinvested communities. Event and Community Engagement To advance public understanding and workforce participation in the Low Altitude Economy, DART actively engaged community stakeholders, educators, industry experts, and workforce boards. |
| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 3 | In 2024, DART: Hosted the Annual Drone Pavilion at FIRA USA, showcasing agricultural robotics, drone platforms, and emerging applications. Participated in key industry events, including the MOVE Mobility Conference, Global Autonomous Systems Conference, Commercial UAV Expo, and Revolution Aero. Presented at the California Workforce Association Meeting of the Minds Conference, and shared AMAP insights at the Chabot Space and Science Center Aerospace Workforce Summit. Conducted workshops and collaborative meetings with Building Healthy Communities, Workforce Development Boards, and Career Technical Education Centers to support awareness of AAM/UAS career pathways and accessible training options. These engagements helped expand understanding of Low Altitude Economy opportunities while supporting community access to education and workforce resources. The 2024 Annual DART Symposium: This 4th annual convening brought together leaders from workforce agencies, educational institutions, AAM/UAS companies, and government organizations. Sessions focused on workforce training, infrastructure planning, and the economic development potential of Low Altitude Economy technologies. Key elements included: Advanced Air Mobility Short Course for public officials to understand AAM integration opportunities. Tours of Joby Aviation's manufacturing facilities, providing insights into workforce and operational demands. Panels addressing research, infrastructure planning, airspace management and safety integration, and vertiport/test-site needs. A fireside chat highlighting government roles in fostering AAM innovation economies. Sessions on return on investment and economic potential of UAS/AAM technologies. The final day emphasized workforce and partnership development, AgTech innovation, and cross-sector collaboration. Through these conversations, the symposium highlighted pathways to long-term regional economic vitality and community benefit. |
| IRS990EZ/ProgramSrvcAccomplishmentGrp/DescriptionProgramSrvcAccomTxt | 4 | Organizational Development to support its growing mission, DART expanded its organizational capacity in 2024 by adding new staff to strengthen operational, partnership, and communications functions. The organization also expanded its Board of Directors to enhance governance and regional alignment. In addition, DART launched an Advisory Council, convening bi-annual meetings to provide strategic guidance as the region prepares for increased UAS and AAM activity. Funding and Development In 2024, DART pursued strategic funding opportunities to advance workforce and infrastructure components central to the Low Altitude Economy. The organization: Partnered with the Transportation Agency for Monterey County (TAMC) to submit a U.S. Department of Transportation SMART Grant proposal focused on innovative mobility solutions. Submitted an invited Disaster Response and Resilience Grant to the Community Foundation for Monterey County, focused on emergency preparedness in communities that may benefit from drone-enabled services. Led the Advancing Central Coast AAM Economy: Workforce and Infrastructure proposal to the CA Jobs First - Uplift Central Coast Catalyst program, aligning regional workforce development with anticipated UAS/AAM industry growth. DART also completed its Three-Year Strategic Business & Action Plan, which outlines pathways for long-term sustainability. In closing, by the end of 2024, DART facilitated positioning the Monterey Bay region as a forward-looking contributor to the Low Altitude Economy. Through studies, convenings, workforce development activities, and strategic collaboration, DART advanced its mission to help communities benefit from drone and advanced aviation technologies-both as enhanced services and as pathways to quality, family-sustaining careers. |
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt | 2 | Credit Card Debt |
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| IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/FormAndLineReferenceDesc | 2 | Form 990-EZ, Part II, Line 26 |
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