National Candle Association
- Assets
- $2.4m
- Revenue
- $1.1m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Washington, DC
- Founding
- 05/1976
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 51-0187148
Organization Overview
National Candle Association is located in Washington, DC. The organization was established in 1976. According to its NTEE Classification (S41) the organization is classified as: Chambers of Commerce & Business Leagues, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. National Candle Association is a 501(c)(6) and as such, is described as a "Business League, Chambers of Commerce, or Real Estate Board" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2023, National Candle Association generated $1.1m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $700.7k during the year ending 12/2023. 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
NCA ACTS AS A COLLECTIVE VOICE FOR THE CANDLE INDUSTRY IN PROMOTING THE SAFE USE AND ENJOYMENT OF CANDLES, MONITORING AND RESPONDING TO ISSUES IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY, AND ADVANCING THE INDUSTRY AS A WHOLE. NCA PROVIDES MEMBERS AND OTHERS WITH OPPORTUNITIES FOR DIALOGUE, EDUCATION, ADVANCEMENT, AND IMPROVEMENT IN ALL ASPECTS OF THE MANUFACTURING OF CANDLES AND CANDLE ACCESSORIES AND DISTRIBUTION THEREOF AT THE WHOLESALE LEVEL THROUGH MEETINGS, SEMINARS, WEBINARS, COMMUNICATIONS, PUBLICATIONS AND OTHER PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES, AND TO SUPPORT THE NEEDS OF CANDLE MANUFACTURERS, DISTRIBUTORS, AND CANDLE ACCESSORY MANUFACTURERS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PRODUCES TECHNICAL PAPERS FOR MEMBER EDUCATION, FACILITATES INDUSTRY AWARENESS OF REGULATORY ACTIVITIES, CONDUCTS ANNUAL MEETING AND TRADESHOW FOR MEMBERS OF THE GLOBAL CANDLE INDUSTRY, AND MAINTAINS FAIR TRADE.
AN INTERNATIONAL TRADE SHOW IS HELD IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ANNUAL MEETING. CANDLE MANUFACTURING SUPPLIERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD REGULARLY ATTEND THIS NCA SPONSORED TRADE SHOW, WHICH IS THE LARGEST OF ITS KIND AND WIDELY REGARDED AS THE PRIMARY VENUE FOR INTRODUCING NEW CANDLE AND CANDLE RELATED PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS.
NCA MEMBERS OFFICIALLY MEET TO EXPLORE AND REVIEW THE LATEST ISSUES IMPACTING THE INDUSTRY, CONDUCT COMMITTEE MEETINGS, ATTEND TECHNICAL PRESENTATIONS AND BUSINESS WORKSHOPS, AND TO DISCUSS ADVANCEMENTS AND NEW PRODUCT DEVELOPMENTS IN CANDLE MAKING.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Steve Horenziak Vice President/president E | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Kathy Lavanier Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Brad Root President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Chris Rakyta Immediate Past President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
John Ragsdale Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Louis Steigerwald III Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Kellen Company Management And Pr Services | 12/30/23 | $372,361 |
The Charleston Marriott Annual Conference | 12/30/23 | $183,983 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $44,800 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $44,800 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $1,051,558 |
| Investment income | $21,276 |
| 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 | $1,117,634 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $234,151 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,518 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $8,300 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $146,864 |
| Advertising and promotion | $3,641 |
| Office expenses | $8,067 |
| Information technology | $2,612 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $253,103 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $2,883 |
| All other expenses | $326 |
| Total functional expenses | $700,691 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,209,129 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $584,677 |
| 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 | $44,562 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $610,446 |
| Total assets | $2,448,814 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $316,699 |
| 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 | $316,699 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,132,115 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $2,448,814 |