Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society
- Assets
- $4.9m
- Revenue
- $470.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Scottsdale, AZ
- Founding
- 04/1993
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 86-0727677
Organization Overview
Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society is located in Scottsdale, AZ. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (A54) the organization is classified as: History Museums, 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. Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society 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 12/2021, Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society generated $470.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $304.0k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 13.5% per year over the past 7 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
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE SOCIETY PROVIDES FINANCIAL AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO THE MCCORMICK STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK IN SCOTTSDALE, AZ FOR THE ENHANCEMENT AND THE ENJOYMENT OF THE PARK BY CHILDREN, THEIR FAMILIES AND RAILROAD ENTHUSIASTS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
DURING 2021 THE SOCIETY CONTINUED TO SUPPORT THE PROMOTION OF THE MCCORMICK STILLMAN RAILROAD PARK IN SCOTTSDALE AZ THROUGH FINANCIAL AID AND VOLUNTEERS. THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO FUND VARIOUS UPGRADE, OPERATIONAL AND REPAIR EXEPNSES RELATED TO THE MODEL RAILROAD BUILDING FOR THE CITY AND THE MODEL RAILROAD CLUBS. THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO LOAN PIECES OF THE DORFMAN ESTATE MINIATURE COLLECTION AND TALL SHIPS FOR DISPLAY IN THE MODEL RAILROAD BUILDING. THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO ASSIST MODEL RAILROAD CLUBS HOUSED IN THE MODEL RAILROAD BUILDING BY FUNDING TRAIN REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT GRANTS FOR $2,500 PER YEAR PER CLUB, SIX CLUBS IN 2021. THE SOCIETY REPLACED THE PICNIC TABLES AND PLAQUE WHICH ARE HOUSED WITH THE BILL KEANE MEMORIAL STATUE ON LOAN FROM THE TOWN OF PARADISE VALLEY, AZ.THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO COVER THE COST OF THE ENTRANCE FEE TO THE MODEL RAILROAD BUIDLING BY COVERING THE CITY EMPLOYEE STAFFING COSTS. THIS ALLOWS THE PUBLIC TO ENJOY THE BUILDING AND ITS AMENITIES AT NO CHARGE.THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO SPONSOR AND SUPPORT THE 4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS AT THE PARK, SUMMER CONCERT SERIES, RAILFAIR, SPECIAL CHILDREN'S EVENTS, HALLOWEEN, HOLIDAY LIGHTS AND MEMBERS NIGHT. IN ADDITION TO ITS ANNUAL SUPPORT OF THE PARK'S HOLIDAY LIGHTS EVENT, THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO PURCHASE ADDITIONAL HALLOWEEN AND HOLIDAY LIGHTS DISPLAYS FOR THE PUBLIC TO ENJOY DURING THESE EVENTS. THE SOCIETY CONTINUES TO ASSIST WITH THE COST OF VARIOUS UPGRADES, REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE TO THE PARK, PARK BUILDINGS AND PARK EQUIPMENT. THE SOCIETY HAS COMMITTED $1,000,000 IN FUNDING TO THE CITY FOR PHASE 1 DEMOLITION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW MUTLI-FUNCTIONAL USE BUILDING INCORPORATED INTO THE MASTER PLAN OF THE PARK. THE PROJECT IS SLATED TO BEGIN JULY 2022.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rachel Cooper Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Eric B Damko Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
William Scarbrough Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Sarah Krahenbuhl Exec Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Jim Bruner Exec Director | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Dallas Dixon Chairman | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $88,245 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $229,827 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $318,072 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $120,348 |
| Investment income | $32,028 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $276 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $470,724 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $133,943 |
| 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 | $120 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,235 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $75 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $12,345 |
| All other expenses | $3,547 |
| Total functional expenses | $304,030 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $20,598 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $658,940 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $188 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,989,677 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $2,238,287 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $18,280 |
| Total assets | $4,925,970 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,606,878 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,319,092 |
| 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 | $4,925,970 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society has awarded $128,943 in support to 2 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
CITY OF SCOTTSDALE | | | $68,943 |
SUN & SAND RR CLUB PURPOSE: MODEL RR EQUIP/LAYOUTS | $60,000 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Scottsdale Railroad And Mechanical Society has recieved totaling $5,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Phoenix Suns Charities Inc Phoenix, AZ PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $1,077,845 |
| Earnings | $174,277 |
| Admin Expense | $9,959 |
| Grants | $43,500 |
| Ending Balance | $1,198,663 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Henry E Huntington Library & Art Gallery San Marino, CA | $965,906,123 | $108,580,757 |
Simon Wiesenthal Center Inc Los Angeles, CA | $83,162,323 | $27,772,617 |
Autry Museum Of The American West Los Angeles, CA | $221,261,500 | $7,406,490 |
Computer History Museum Mountain View, CA | $71,401,475 | $10,596,016 |
United States Olympic Museum Colorado Springs, CO | $105,893,156 | $12,173,227 |
Foundation Of The American Academy Of Ophthalmology San Francisco, CA | $169,457,779 | $13,944,505 |
Walt Disney Family Museum San Francisco, CA | $56,560,090 | $13,004,601 |
Orrin G Hatch Foundation Salt Lake City, UT | $20,026,805 | $2,966,920 |
Contemporary Jewish Museum San Francisco, CA | $89,973,935 | $6,215,554 |
Wjo Foundation Los Angeles, CA | $40,838,683 | $19,917,813 |
This Is The Place Foundation Salt Lake City, UT | $18,452,437 | $7,731,994 |
Council On American-Islamic Relations California Anaheim, CA | $15,557,872 | $7,778,802 |