Mission
PLAN positions students as leaders on their campuses and supports them to become life-long changemakers. We provide an extensive library of digital resources, coordinate Fellowship programs, offer 1-on-1 advising to Member Campuses, inspire & connect through annual events, and more.
Basic Information
Founded in
2013
EIN
46-3019082
Total Assets
$493.1 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance
Students for Zero Waste Conference
An annual conference gathering students and community members to envision the future of the zero waste movement.
Movement Building Fund
A fund that provides scholarships and resources to increase access within the zero waste movement.
Atlas Fellowship Program
A program that helps campuses commit to zero waste initiatives.
Impact Stats
Total Advising Hours
Advising Hours
PLAN provided significant support through advising.
Total New Atlas Campuses
New Atlas Campuses
PLAN welcomed new member campuses into the Atlas Fellowship program.
Total BFFP Campaigns
Break Free From Plastic Campaigns
Collaborative campaigns aimed at reducing plastic waste.
Past Events
Students for Zero Waste Conference 2022
2022-11-12
Annual conference focused on building community and solutions around zero waste.
Upcoming Events
Beyond Waste Summit
2025-04-15
A regional intensive focusing on student leadership in zero waste.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Atlas Zero Waste Fellowship
Supports campuses in establishing commitments to zero waste practices.
Learn MorePlastic-Free Campaigns
Encourages campuses to implement policies for reducing plastic waste.
Learn MoreVolunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"PLAN has empowered our campus to take meaningful action towards sustainability."
Student Leader
Volunteer
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
58
54
/100
Program Expense Ratio
70.12%
8
/20
Program Revenue Growth
43.65%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.1014
18
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.6433
8
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2021
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 836.6K | 93.87% |
| Program Services | 52.14K | 5.85% |
| Investment Income | 2.515K | 0.28% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 891.2K | 100.00% |