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Hidden Wonders

EIN 87-2703808 • 501(c)3 • Palo Alto, CA

Profile

Our Mission: To discover, describe and protect key insect species and other hidden wonders of nature and inspire the next generation to care for these crucial components of a healthy planet for the betterment of all. Our Purpose: Hidden Wonders aims to contribute to our understanding of the crucial role that insects play within a variety of ecosystems by discovering and explaining the behavior and interactions of insect species before they become extinct. By sharing the discoveries of new insect species and explaining their role in maintaining a healthy planet, we aim to inspire the protection of those species and their ecosystems into the future. Through collaborations with local communities, schools, and media outlets, Hidden Wonders share stories and interactive experiences in nature to build the next stewards of our planet.

1591 Dana AvenuePalo Alto, CA 94303

hidden-wonders.org

Siviq Scores

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Liabilities / Assets

59th percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2022

Liabilities / Revenue

61st percentile

0.00x

Tied with the lowest-debt nonprofits in its peer group.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2022

Net Margin

96th percentile

80%

Higher net margin than 96% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2022

Top Officer Pay

Score unavailable

No value available

No filing with officer rows is available for this organization yet.

Asset Growth

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No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2022

Revenue Growth

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No value available

No earlier valid filing was available within the previous three public years.

Source year 2022

Assets

Up

$72,335

Up $21,563 (+42%) from 2023

Liabilities

Flat

$0

Flat from 2023

Net Assets

Up

$72,335

Up $21,563 (+42%) from 2023

Revenue

Up

$71,646

Up $47,909 (+202%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$50,083

Up $11,557 (+30%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

$21,563

Up $36,352 (+246%) from 2023

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Balance Sheet Trend

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$80K$60K$40K$20K$0Assets 2022: $65,561Liabilities 2022: $0Net Assets 2022: $65,5612022Assets 2023: $50,772Liabilities 2023: $0Net Assets 2023: $50,7722023Assets 2024: $72,335Liabilities 2024: $0Net Assets 2024: $72,3352024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$72,335
Liabilities$0
Net Assets$72,335

Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$100K$50K$0-$50KRevenue 2022: $82,353Expenses 2022: $16,817Net Income 2022: $65,5362022Revenue 2023: $23,737Expenses 2023: $38,526Net Income 2023: -$14,7892023Revenue 2024: $71,646Expenses 2024: $50,083Net Income 2024: $21,5632024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$71,646
Expenses$50,083
Net Income$21,563

Filings

Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
May 8, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$71,646
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

We are in search of nature's six-legged jewels and the next generation of environmental stewards who will care for them. Our Mission: To discover, describe and protect key insect species and inspire the next generation to care for these crucial components of a healthy planet for the betterment of all. Our Purpose: Hidden Wonders aims to contribute to our understanding of the crucial role that insects play within a variety of ecosystems by discovering and explaining the behavior and interactions of insect species before they become extinct. By sharing the discoveries of new insect species and explaining their role in maintaining a healthy planet, we aim to inspire the protection of those species and their ecosystems into the future. We partner with private and public park systems and government bodies, such as forestry management, to amplify our impact and to reach the broadest audience possible, with a particular focus on young people - the future stewards of our planet.

Our Mission: To discover, describe and protect key insect species and other hidden wonders of nature and inspire the next generation to care for these crucial components of a healthy planet for the betterment of all. Our Purpose: Hidden Wonders aims to contribute to our understanding of the crucial role that insects play within a variety of ecosystems by discovering and explaining the behavior and interactions of insect species before they become extinct. By sharing the discoveries of new insect species and explaining their role in maintaining a healthy planet, we aim to inspire the protection of those species and their ecosystems into the future. Through collaborations with local communities, schools, and media outlets, Hidden Wonders share stories and interactive experiences in nature to build the next stewards of our planet.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
Programs (90% of budget): (30%) Insect lab & photo studio, (30%) Fieldwork & Collecting, (30%) Outreach. Overhead: (10% of budget) divided evenly between Fundraising & Office Administration. We have documented through photography and illustration dozens of insect species for the contribution to scientific literature, books and magazines that reach general populations, and educational materials that reach children and youth. In the Insect Lab & Photo Studio there are discoveries made under the microscope. Well over 100 species new to science have been found and are being described by the lead scientist/entomologist of Hidden Wonders. Describing takes a great deal of time per specimen. Insects have been collected and studied from various parts of the world including several continents. These findings have resulted in broadening the understanding of insect biodiversity and after studying and observing the behaviors, revealed the importance that insects play in their environments. Video calls with classrooms of students and professionals in institutions have taken place from the lab. Additionally, field trips with students have taken place in-person in multiple locations. Hidden Wonders helped to start a program called Semillero which continues to bring children/families/community members into nature for intentional learning and connection with nature. This program continues in Patagonia, Chile (Instagram: @SemilleroForestSchool). A new program component is unfolding with an elementary school in Arizona, the Robert J.C. Rice Elementary School. Hidden Wonders had a Video Call with an Entomologist and is working on expanding the curriculum for their insect unit. Program costs include a board-endorsed stipend for the Director of Development/Chief Operating Officer. Hidden Wonders is represented through social media channels, Instagram and LinkedIn. Hidden Wonders also has a website for everyone to visit and all they need is internet (no accounts, unlike with social media). Fundraising is successful because of the personalized approach of meeting in-person with potential donors and giving presentations of the photography and work of Hidden Wonders. Follow up with donors includes through newsletters and emails, as well as postcards and in-person visits. Some donors also receive a framed photo of an insect taken by National Geographic Photographer and lead scientist of Hidden Wonders. These donor retention methods do not cost very much but have a huge impact on the maintenance of the relationships with donors. Small costs associated with admin/office include paying an accountant, website costs, social media manager, logo designer, and if necessary, legal aid. Other costs include covering basic office or field supplies.$0$26,546
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Kristina Lindsay MadrizChief Operating Officer, Director Of DevelopmentFT$21,000-$21,000
Isai MadrizExecutive Director, Lead EntomologistFT$0--
Susan LindsayBoard Chair-$0--
Victor RodriguezMedia Director & Board Member-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Hidden Wonders
EIN
87-2703808
Phone
6303605840
Address
1591 Dana Avenue, Palo Alto, CA 94303

Signing Officer

Name
Kristina Lindsay Madriz
Title
Chief Operating Officer
Phone
6303605840
Signed
2025-05-08
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 8

In Kind Donation: 4,476.03 lab expense

Form 990-EZ, Part I, Line 16

Program expense: $26,546.06; paypal fees $137.46, dues & Subscription $25.00; office expense $448.03

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