Mertztown Rod & Gun Club is located in Alburtis, PA. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (N50) the organization is classified as: Recreational Clubs, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Mertztown Rod & Gun Club employed 10 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Mertztown Rod & Gun Club is a 501(c)(7) and as such, is described as a "Social and Recreational Club" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, Mertztown Rod & Gun Club generated $452.6k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $369.4k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 7.2% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
A SOCIAL & RECREATION CLUB FOR PLEASURE, RECREATION AND EDUCATION OF MEMBERS FOR HUNTING & FISHING ACTIVITIES
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
WE EDUCATED BOTH OUR MEMBERS AND THEIR CHILDREN IN THE PRESERVATION OF LAND, FORESTS, GAME AND FISH THROUGH THE FOLLOWING EVENTS DURING THE YEAR: HELD 3 BOARD SHOOTS (JAN, MAR, NOV), STOCKED 2 FISH PONDS WITH TROUT DURING FISHING SEASON FOR MEMBERS, HELD A FISHING RODEO IN APRIL FOR ALL MEMBERS AND THEIR CHILDREN, HELD A HUNTER'S SAFETY COURSE FOR NEW HUNTERS IN AUGUST IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE PA STATE GAME COMMISSION. WE ALSO HELD SPECIAL EVENTS FOR OUR MEMBERS: EASTER BUNNY VISIT WITH EASTER EGG HUNT (APRIL), MOTHER'S DAY GUN DRAWING (MAY), FATHER'S DAY CLAM BAKE (JUNE), ANNUAL BEVERAGE TICKET DRAWING (AUG), SANTA VISIT FOR MEMBERS' CHILDREN (DECEMBER).
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Richard Miller President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jamie Miller Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Sara Afflerbach Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $2,571 |
Rochelle Miller Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $2,100 |
Isaac Derr Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Mike Hoffman Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $3,060 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $0 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $331,756 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $120,835 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $452,591 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $45,806 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $16,090 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $9,985 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $11,967 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $7,750 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $646 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $44,431 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $369,404 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $271,548 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $271,548 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $271,548 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $271,548 |
Over the last fiscal year, Mertztown Rod & Gun Club has awarded $25,100 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
TOPTON VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT | $20,000 |
BRANDYWINE HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL PURPOSE: SPORTSMAN CLUB AWARD AND SCHOLARSHIP | $5,100 |