King High Historical Foundation

The information for King High Historical Foundation is as of the organization's most recent filing in December '17. This organization is located in Kingsville, TX. It has been in existence for 9 years, following its founding in 2008.

Organization Classification

The IRS classifies organizations according to the National Taxonomy of Exempt Entities (NTEE) system. The NTEE system helps the IRS assign a 3-character code to each organization to describe the organization's activities.

The King High Historical Foundation's NTEE code is A61. The "A" tells us that the organization is classified under Arts, Culture & Humanities. The "61" tells us that the organization is specifically focused on Performing Arts Centers. According to the NTEE description, Performing Arts Centers are organizations that operate facilities including theaters for the performing arts. The foundation falls under section code 3, which includes Religious, Educational, Charitable, Scientific, Literary, Testing for Public Safety, to Foster National or International Amateur Sports Competition, or Prevention of Cruelty to Children or Animals Organizations. The mission of the King High Historical Foundation is to raise funds for the development, construction, and management of the historic HM King High School building and potentially other nearby structures in Kleberg County, Texas. The renovated building now serves as the City Hall for the City of Kingsville and can also be used to provide educational and cultural programs about the role, purpose, and value of government, as well as increase public understanding, visibility, and access to government, culture, and nature resources.

Program Areas

Initially formed to implement the rehabilitation and restoration of the 1909 H.M. King High School located in the city of Kingsville, Kleberg County, the building renovations are now complete. The renovated building now serves as City Hall for the City of Kingsville. The offices of the Mayor, City Manager, and City Commissioners are housed in the renovated building, as well as the Human Resources and Legal departments.

Organization Staffing

King High Historical Foundation is run by Helen K Groves, who is the President. The organization does not have any paid employees or volunteers, except for one volunteer.

Board Governance

The King High Historical Foundation, based on the provided information, seems to have some areas for improvement in its governance practices. The organization has a relatively small board of 5 voting members, with 3 independent members. Having independent members can help ensure that decisions are made in the best interest of the organization and not influenced by personal or financial relationships. However, it is unclear whether potential conflicts of interest are properly addressed and disclosed. The organization does have a conflict of interest policy, which is a positive step, but it does not require disclosure of conflicts. This lack of disclosure could potentially lead to conflicts of interest going unnoticed or unaddressed. One concerning aspect of the organization's governance is the lack of documentation for board and committee meetings. Documenting these meetings is crucial for transparency and accountability. Without proper documentation, it becomes difficult to track decisions, actions, and discussions, which can lead to confusion or disputes in the future. Additionally, the organization does not have a written whistleblower policy or a document retention policy. These policies are important for promoting a culture of accountability and ensuring that any potential misconduct or wrongdoing is appropriately reported and addressed. Another area that requires improvement is the organization's review of leadership and officer salaries. The organization does not substantiate or review these salaries, which can raise concerns about potential misuse of funds or excessive compensation. It is important for non-profit organizations to regularly review and justify salaries to ensure that they are reasonable and in line with the organization's mission and financial capabilities. On a positive note, the organization does provide copies of the 990 form to the board prior to filing. The 990 form is a financial disclosure document that provides transparency about a non-profit organization's activities and finances. By sharing this information with the board, the organization demonstrates a commitment to transparency and accountability. In conclusion, while the King High Historical Foundation has some positive aspects in its governance practices, such as having independent board members and providing the 990 form to the board, there are several areas that require improvement. The organization should prioritize documenting board and committee meetings, implementing a whistleblower policy and a document retention policy, and reviewing leadership and officer salaries. These steps would enhance transparency, accountability, and overall governance within the organization.

Organization Growth

The King High Historical Foundation has experienced a decrease in contributions and grants received, as well as total revenue, from $100.8K in 2014 to $27.7K in 2017. This suggests that the nonprofit organization has not grown financially over this time period. Additionally, the number of total volunteers has decreased from 7 in 2014 to 1 in 2017, indicating a decline in volunteer participation. On the other hand, total expenses have increased from $9.5K in 2014 to $33.4K in 2017, suggesting that the organization's operational costs have risen. Overall, considering the decrease in financial support and volunteer involvement, along with the increase in expenses, it can be concluded that the King High Historical Foundation has not grown over the given time period.