Muskies Inc is located in Waukesha, WI. The organization was established in 2014. According to its NTEE Classification (D33) the organization is classified as: Fisheries Resources, under the broad grouping of Animal-Related and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Muskies Inc 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 12/2022, Muskies Inc generated $218.2k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 0.4% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $256.7k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 2.3% 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE AMATEUR SPORT OF MUSKIE FISHING AND TO UNITE ALL MUSKIE-FISHING INTERESTS FOR THE PROMOTION AND PROTECTION OF A HIGH QUALITY MUSKELLUNGE SPORT FISHERY IN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
ACTIVITIES RELATED TO PROMOTING THE MISSION OF MUSKIES, INC INCLUDING EDUCATION SCHOLARSHIPS, AND YOUTH ACTIVITIES WITH A MAJOR EMPHASIS ON TEACHING CHILDREN ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES THROUGH THE SPORT OF MUSKIE FISHING. THE GIL HAMM FUND IS A PREMANENTLY RESTRICTED FUND FOR RESEARCH PROJECTS THAT HAS A BASE AMOUNT OF $100,000. THE INTEREST EARNED IS AVAILABLE TO CHAPTERS FOR RESEARCH PROJECTS THAT BENEFIT FISHERIES.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
James Ashton President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Denis Viscek VP Finance/treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jim Moore VP Fisheries & Research | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jeff Micholic VP Internal Affairs | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Rick Petzke VP Membership | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Lila Warren VP Youth Activities | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $173,928 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $33,327 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $207,255 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $10,122 |
| Investment income | $1 |
| 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 | $835 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $218,213 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $35,366 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $13,457 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $40,185 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $49,113 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,400 |
| Office expenses | $2,320 |
| Information technology | $855 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $411 |
| 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 | $13,348 |
| All other expenses | $10,533 |
| Total functional expenses | $256,655 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $27,835 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,474 |
| 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 | $17,376 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $47,688 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $196,375 |
| Total assets | $295,748 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $23,118 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $57,633 |
| 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 | $80,751 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $18,622 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $196,375 |
| 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 | $295,748 |
Over the last fiscal year, Muskies Inc has awarded $15,000 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
MUSKIES INC (HAYWARD LAKES CHAPTER 13) PURPOSE: DONATION | $5,000 |
WVU FOUNDATION PURPOSE: CATCH AND RELEASE STUDY | $10,000 |
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Great Lakes Fishery Commission Ann Arbor, MI | $81,629,799 | $82,051,242 |
Trout Unlimited Bay City, MI | $1,063,264 | $469,265 |
Muskies Inc Waukesha, WI | $295,748 | $218,213 |
Walleye For Tomorrow Fond du Lac, WI | $1,736,324 | $198,534 |
Lake Superior Steel Head Association Inc Duluth, MN | $113,943 | $91,600 |
Fisheries Conservation Foundation Inc Champaign, IL | $57,518 | $17,200 |
Trout Unlimited Auburn Hills, MI | $17,111 | $0 |
Arlington Anglers Fishing Club Inc Arlington Heights, IL | $8,908 | $9,703 |
Salmon Unlimited Conservation & Charitable Trust Bartlett, IL | $18,100 | $7,693 |
Charlevoix Trout Tournament Charlevoix, MI | $34,686 | $0 |
Saugatuck Sport Fishing Association Otsego, MI | $19,438 | $0 |
Jenkins Son Limited Marion, IL | $0 | $0 |