Lewis & Clark Foundation

Organization Overview

Lewis & Clark Foundation is located in Great Falls, MT. The organization was established in 1992. According to its NTEE Classification (T70) the organization is classified as: Federated Giving Programs, under the broad grouping of Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Lewis & Clark Foundation employed 12 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lewis & Clark Foundation 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 09/2021, Lewis & Clark Foundation generated $254.4k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 4.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $212.5k during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 1.9% per year over the past 6 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR CONSTRUCTION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER LOCATION IN GREAT FALLS, MT.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

Part 3 - Line 4a

THE ORGANIZATION HAS PROVIDED FUNDING AND INTENDS TO PROVIDE FUTURE FUNDING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION, EXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENT OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER LOCATED IN GREAT FALLS, MT. THE ORGANIZATION HAS ALSO PROVIDED FUNDING FOR THE PURCHASE OF LAND TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE CENTER AND LEWIS AND CLARK TRAIL WHICH IS LOCATED DIRECTLY ACROSS THE MISSOURI RIVER FROM THE LEWIS AND CLARK CENTER IN GREAT FALLS, MT. FUNDS ARE ALSO USED FOR EDUCATION AND PROMOTION OF THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER.


THE LEWIS AND CLARK FOUNDATION OPERATES THE PORTAGE CACHE STORE AT THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER. THE PORTAGE CACHE STORE SELLS BOOKS AND ART COVERING THE LEWIS & CLARK EXPEDITION AS WELL AS RELATED NATIVE AMERICAN EVENTS/HISTORICAL LORE AND ALSO SELLS PERIOD ITEMS. ITEMS SOLD IN THE STORE ARE INTENDED TO PROVIDE VISITORS TO THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER WITH AN OPPORTUNITY FOR EXPANDING UPON THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE PROVIDED AT THE LEWIS AND CLARK INTERPRETIVE CENTER. ANY PROFITS FROM THE STORE ARE USED TO SUPPORT THE MISSION OF THE LEWIS & CLARK FOUNDATION.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Jay Russell
Executive Director-Outgoing
$48,543
Elizabeth Moore
Executive Director
$28,656
Dwight Smith
President
$0
Carolyn Valacich
President Elect
$0
Bob Vinson
Vice President
$0
Mark Cappis
Treasurer
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$10,190
Fundraising events$83,168
Related organizations$0
Government grants $52,798
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$36,823
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $43,103
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$182,979
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $5,800
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $18,725
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$17,969
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $62,119
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $254,381

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Lewis & Clark Foundation has recieved totaling $15,398.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Montana Community Foundation Inc

Helena, MT

PURPOSE: SUMMER SEASONAL STAFF INTERN

$9,398
Herb Waltermire Community Enhancement Foundation Inc

Great Falls, MT

PURPOSE: GRANT TO FUND ITS MISSION DELIVERY. SUPPORT FOR CLASSES OFFERED TO THE PUBLIC.

$6,000
View Grant Recipient Profile

Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$330,133
Earnings$53,295
Admin Expense$3,654
Ending Balance$379,774

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