Matthews Historical Foundation Inc

Organization Overview

Matthews Historical Foundation Inc is located in Matthews, NC. The organization was established in 1987. According to its NTEE Classification (A82) the organization is classified as: Historical Societies & Historic Preservation, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Matthews Historical Foundation Inc employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Matthews Historical Foundation 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, Matthews Historical Foundation Inc generated $65.4k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 8 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $71.9k during the year ending 12/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO RESEARCH, PRESERVE AND PROTECT THE CULTURAL, ARCHITECTURAL AND HISTORICAL HERITAGE OF MATTHEWS AND TO INVOLVE AND EDUCATE FUTURE GENERATIONS OF THIS HERITAGE

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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THE FOUNDATION OPERATES THE MATTHEWS HERITAGE MUSEUM IN A RESTORED 1880 HOME WHICH IT OWNS. STAFFED BY A PAID DIRECTOR AND VOLUNTEER DOCENTS, THE MUSEUM HAS BEEN A HISTORICAL ASSET TO THE AREA SINCE OPENING IN 2013. DOCENTS ARE TRAINED TO GIVE GENERAL TOURS TO THE PUBLIC. THROUGH THE LOCAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL, A TOUR HAS BEEN DEVELOPED APPROPRIATE TO EARLY ELEMENTARY GRADES. MANY LOCAL SCHOOLS HAVE TOURED THE MUSEUM AND A NEW GENERATION IS BECOMING AWARE OF THE LOCAL HISTORY. THE MUSEUM IS OPEN THREE DAYS A WEEK.


THE MATTHEWS HISTORICAL FOUNDATION OWNS AND OPERATED THE HISTORIC REID HOUSE AS A SPECIAL EVENT VENUE. THIS PROPERTY, BUILT IN 1890, WAS THE TOWN DOCTORS HOME AND HAS BEEN THE SITE OF COUNTLESS WEDDINGS AND PARTIES. DURING 2021, NUMBEROUS SPECIAL EVENTS AND BUSINESS MEETINGS WERE HELD THERE. THE FOUNDATION IS RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL GARDENING, MAINTENANCE AND UPKEEP OF THE HOUSE AND PROPERTY.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Becky Willard
President
$0
Brian Antal
Treasurer
$0
Bill Helms
Vice President
$0
Carol Cullis
Secretary
$0
Bob Aycock
Vice President
$0
Camilla Bahr
Musuem Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$3,925
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $40,000
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$9,430
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$53,355
Total Program Service Revenue$1,372
Investment income $0
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $10,550
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 $131
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $65,408

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Matthews Historical Foundation Inc has recieved totaling $50,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Foundation For The Carolinas

Charlotte, NC

PURPOSE: CHARITABLE GIFT

$50,000
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