The Paradise Center is located in Paradise, MT. The organization was established in 2015. 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. Paradise Center 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, Paradise Center generated $136.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 5.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $77.5k during the year ending 12/2022. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE PURPOSE OF THIS NON-PROFIT IS TO FACILITATE THE PRESERVATION AND UTILIZATION OF THE PARADISE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL LOCATED IN PARADISE, MONTANA, AS A MULTI-PURPOSE COMMUNITY FACILITY TO BE KNOWN AS THE PARADISE CENTER.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3
PRESERVATION OF HISTORIC BUILDING: THE PARADISE CENTER REPAIRS, IMPROVES AND MAINTAINS THIS HISTORIC SCHOOL BUILDING. THIS ALLOWS FOR HISTORIC DOCUMENTATION OF THE BUILDING AND ITS ROLE IN THE COMMUNITY.
COMMUNITY EVENTS: THE PARADISE CENTER HOSTS COMMUNITY EVENTS, COMMUNITY MEETINGS, FAMILY EVENTS, ART SHOWS, PERFORMANCES AND LOCAL RAILROAD HISTORY EVENTS.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
John E Thorson Treasurer | 20 | $0 | |
Laura Mcclenahan Director | 5 | $0 | |
Karen Thorson Secretary | 20 | $0 | |
David Colyer President | 20 | $0 | |
Rudolph Boukal Director | 10 | $0 | |
Carol Brooker Director | 5 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $129,835 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,567 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,225 |
| Gain or Loss | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming & Fundraising | $0 |
| Other Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $136,689 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and similar amounts paid | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Salaries, other compensation, and employee benefits | $13,547 |
| Professional fees and other payments to independent contractors | $5,001 |
| Occupancy, rent, utilities, and maintenance | $13,609 |
| Printing, publications, postage, and shipping | $1,566 |
| Other expenses | $43,777 |
| Total expenses | $77,500 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash, savings, and investments | $126,166 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $286,012 |
| Total liabilities | $7,117 |
| Net assets or fund balances | $278,895 |