Optimist International is located in Merrill, WI. The organization was established in 1967. According to its NTEE Classification (O51) the organization is classified as: Youth Community Service Clubs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. This organization is a subordinate organization within an affiliated group for tax-exemption purposes. Optimist International is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2024, Optimist International generated $39.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 5 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 57.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $35.6k during the year ending 09/2024. While expenses have increased by 21.0% per year over the past 5 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
990EZ
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990EZ Filing
TAX YEAR
2024
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
VARIOUS YOUTH EVENTS FOR THE MERRILL COMMUNITY INCLUDING SUMMER PROGRAMS, LUNCHES AND MOVIE NIGHTS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Carri Kennedy-Harris Director | 1 | $0 | |
Kurt Rust President | 1 | $0 | |
Sarah Sturm Director | 1 | $0 | |
Carrie Cordova Director | 1 | $0 | |
Stacy Stevens Treasurer | 1 | $0 | |
Vanessa Rueth Vice President | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $4,780 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $276 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $1,834 |
| Other Revenue | $4,311 |
| Total Revenue | $39,871 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $0 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $0 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $0 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $0 |
| Other expenses | $9,517 |
| Total expenses | $35,636 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $133,573 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $133,573 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $133,573 |