Fairbanks Convention And Visitors Bureau
- Assets
- $2.5m
- Revenue
- $5.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 19
- Location
- Fairbanks, AK
- Founding
- 01/1979
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 92-0063463
Organization Overview
Fairbanks Convention And Visitors Bureau, operating under the name Explore Fairbanks, is located in Fairbanks, AK. The organization was established in 1979. According to its NTEE Classification (S01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Explore Fairbanks employed 19 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Explore Fairbanks 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 12/2021, Explore Fairbanks generated $5.7m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.9% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $5.8m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 9.7% 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
TO BE AN ECONOMIC DRIVER IN THE FAIRBANKS REGION BY MARKETING TO POTENTIAL VISITORS AND OPTIMIZING THE VISITOR EXPERIENCE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROMOTING THE FAIRBANKS REGION TO TOURISTS AND BUSINESSES. FCVB PRODUCES VISITOR GUIDES, ADVERTISES FAIRBANKS AS AN ATTRACTIVE DESTINATION IN VARIOUS MEDIA FORMS, AND HELPS TO FACILITATE EVENTS. FCVB BRINGS CONVENTIONS AND GROUP MEETINGS TO FAIRBANKS. FCVB'S MISSION IS TO CONTRIBUTE TO THE ECONOMIC WELL BEING OF THE FAIRBANKS COMMUNITY BY FOCUSING ITS EFFORTS ON MARKETING FAIRBANKS TO POTENTIAL VISITORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Scott Mccrea Ceo/president | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $100,619 |
Deb Hickok Former Ceo/president | 40 | $92,421 | |
Kory Eberhardt Chair Elect | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Ralf Dobrovolny Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Andy Anger Past Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Buzzy Chiu Chair | OfficerTrustee | 3 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Morris Thompson Cultural Center Visitors Rent | 12/30/21 | $230,484 |
Ktvfkxdf Advertising | 12/30/21 | $290,265 |
Journal Graphics Advertising | 12/30/21 | $155,354 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $5,283,773 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $0 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,283,773 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $375,303 |
| Investment income | $3,541 |
| 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 | $5,662,617 |
| 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 | $2,416,888 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $29,669 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,130,353 |
| Office expenses | $514,510 |
| Information technology | $85,111 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $380,620 |
| Travel | $30,635 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $43,090 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $21,960 |
| Insurance | $29,080 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $5,785,752 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $689,215 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,310,581 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $317,975 |
| 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 | $96,147 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $44,205 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,458,123 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $68,572 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $229,198 |
| 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 | $1,568 |
| Total liabilities | $299,338 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $2,151,892 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $6,893 |
| 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 | $2,458,123 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Fairbanks Convention And Visitors Bureau has recieved totaling $25,300.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Alaska Community Foundation Anchorage, AK PURPOSE: Operational Support | $25,300 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Anchorage Convention & Visitors Bureau Anchorage, AK | $11,264,868 | $23,092,193 |
Seattle-King County Convention And Visitors Bureau Seattle, WA | $9,612,015 | $12,509,131 |
Western United States Agricultural Trade Association Vancouver, WA | $8,949,340 | $8,386,044 |
Fairbanks Convention And Visitors Bureau Fairbanks, AK | $2,458,123 | $5,662,617 |
Washington Association Of Realtors Olympia, WA | $17,163,792 | $6,357,823 |
Pacific Lumber Inspection Bureau Federal Way, WA | $3,862,387 | $4,417,361 |
Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau Kennewick, WA | $3,619,128 | $3,350,162 |
Alaska Oil And Gas Association Anchorage, AK | $1,444,563 | $2,236,646 |
Washington Roundtable Seattle, WA | $694,063 | $1,580,926 |
National Center For Apec Seattle, WA | $3,822,560 | $1,598,097 |
Local Development Council Of Tacoma Tacoma, WA | $499,995 | $1,252,672 |
Ypo Inc Kirkland, WA | $618,636 | $929,066 |