Columbus Historical Society
- Assets
- $1.3m
- Revenue
- $1.0m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Columbus, OH
- Founding
- 11/1991
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 31-1308995
Organization Overview
Columbus Historical Society is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1991. According to its NTEE Classification (A80) the organization is classified as: Historical Organizations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Columbus Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2021, Columbus Historical Society generated $1.0m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 25.1% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $44.6k during the year ending 12/2021. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PRESERVE THE MULTI-CULTURAL HISTORY OF COLUMBUS AND SHARE THAT HISTORY WITH THE COMMUNITY THROUGH A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MUSEUM: HOSTING SEVERAL EXHIBITIONS ON LOCAL HISTORY INCLUDING AN EXHIBITION BY LOCAL ARTISTS REFLECTING THEIR EXPERIENCES DURING THE COVID PANDEMIC, AND AN EXHIBITION ON THE 1970'S MUSIC SCENE IN COLUMBUS. ALL EXHIBITIONS WERE WELL RECEIVED BY THE COMMUNITY.
ARCHIVES: ACCESSIONING MULTI-CULTURAL ARTIFACTS INTO PERMANENT ARCHIVES. RECORD KEEPING AND PRESERVATION OF THE ARTIFACTS. TRAINING OF INTERNS AND WORK-STUDY STUDENTS FROM LOCAL COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES.
EVENTS AND PRESENTATIONS: WE PRESENTED A VARIETY OF EDUCATIONAL EVENTS AND SPEAKER-LED PRESENTATIONS. VENUES INCLUDED OUR FACILITY AS WELL AS MANY COMMUNITY WIDE LOCATIONS. THOSE THAT HAD ATTENDANCE LIMITS USUALLY HAD A WAITING LIST. ALL EVENTS WERE OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WITHOUT CHARGE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John Luchin Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Robert Hunter Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Jack Benjamin Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Michael A Frush President | OfficerTrustee | 30 | $0 |
Adrienne Hostetler Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 6 | $0 |
Bruce Warner Trustee | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $5,807 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $487,400 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $533,169 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $337,400 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,026,376 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,027,862 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $12,191 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,431 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| 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 | $4,346 |
| Information technology | $1,424 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $18,653 |
| 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 | $5,510 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $44,555 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $61,107 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $150,000 |
| 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 | $1,061,318 |
| Total assets | $1,272,425 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $67 |
| 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 | $100,000 |
| Other liabilities | $150,000 |
| Total liabilities | $250,067 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $971,443 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $50,915 |
| 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 | $1,272,425 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Columbus Historical Society has recieved totaling $235,074.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
William H Davis & Dorothy M Davis & William C Davis Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: ARTS AND HUMANITIES | $125,000 |
Columbus Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: ARTS AND HUMANITIES | $107,045 |
Thomas C And Mary Ann Hays Family Charitable Trust Milwaukee, WI PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING | $3,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $29 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Indiana Historical Society Indianapolis, IN | $152,627,726 | $15,739,974 |
Sunset Memorial Park Association North Olmsted, OH | $79,187,854 | $7,193,716 |
Historic Landmarks Foundation Of Indiana Inc Indianapolis, IN | $92,679,775 | $11,879,556 |
Cuyahoga Valley Preservation And Scenic Railway Association Peninsula, OH | $11,093,810 | $8,580,241 |
Western Reserve Historical Society Cleveland, OH | $45,747,344 | $9,269,565 |
Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens Inc Akron, OH | $11,720,685 | $5,111,685 |
Eastern State Penitentiary Historic Site Inc Philadelphia, PA | $22,218,980 | $7,181,696 |
Arlington Memorial Gardens Assoc Inc Cincinnati, OH | $20,107,883 | $6,307,939 |
Hudson Library & Historical Society Hudson, OH | $7,551,433 | $4,693,628 |
Old Tiger Stadium Conservancy Detroit, MI | $90,494 | $3,111,920 |
Historic Philadelphia Inc Philadelphia, PA | $3,283,925 | $2,948,656 |
Thomas J Emery Memorial Cincinnati, OH | $34,932,147 | $4,221,495 |