Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc
- Assets
- $709.6k
- Revenue
- $636.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 11
- Location
- Fort Myers, FL
- Founding
- 03/1971
- Data as of
- 09/2021
- EIN
- 23-7090889
Organization Overview
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc is located in Fort Myers, FL. The organization was established in 1971. According to its NTEE Classification (A56) the organization is classified as: Natural History & Natural Science Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc employed 11 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium 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 09/2021, Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc generated $636.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 3.5% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $397.5k during the year ending 09/2021. While expenses have increased by 4.5% 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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE NATURE CENTER'S MISSION IS TO CONNECT PEOPLE WITH NATURE. THE FACILITY IS LOCATED ON A 105 ACRE WOODED AND CYPRESS DOME AND WETLAND SITE IN THE CITY OF FT. MYERS WITH MILES OF TRAILS AND BOARDWALKS. IT BOASTS A LARGE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CLASSROOMS,PLANETARIUM, MULTIMEDIA THEATER, SPACE & ASTRONOMY FACILITY PROGRAMS, AND HISTORIC IONA HOUSE. ITS HOME TO THE ONLY RAPTOR AVIARY IN SW FLORIDA, WHICH HAS A BUTTERFLY CONSERVANCY AND LARGE COLLECTION OF NATIVE WILDLIFE AND RESCUE ANIMALS. ALL OF THESE FACILITIES AND RESOURCES PROVIDE A VENUE FOR DAILY PROGRAMS, CLASSES, FIELD TRIPS AND EVENTS DESIGNED TO TEACH USING RESEARCH BASED METHODOLOGIES. THE NATURE CENTER CONNECTS PEOPLE OF ALL AGES FROM PRE- SCHOOL TO SENIOR CITIZENS. IT BRINGS TOGETHER RESIDENTS, TOURISTS, SCHOOL STUDENTS AND SCORES OF COMMUNITY GROUPS. THE CENTER TEACHES THE POWER OF NATURE ON PERSONAL HEALTH, ECOLOGICAL UNDERSTANDING AND AN ENHANCED SENSE OF WONDER AND WELL-BEING. MAJOR INITIATIVES INCLUDE PRO
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
NATURAL HISTORY PROGRAMS - INCLUDES MAINTENANCE & INTERPRETATION OF MUSEUM, AVIARY, ANIMAL EXHIBITS AND TRAIL SYSTEM, ALONG WITH EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR BOTH CHILDREN & ADULTS.
EARTH & SPACE SCIENCE PROGRAMS - INCLUDES MAINTENANCE & INTERPRETATION OF EXHIBITS AND PRESENTATIONS IN THE PLANETARIUM, ALONG WITH EDUCATION FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS THROUGH LASER AND PLANETARIUM PRESENTATIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Britta Soderqvist Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 15 | $0 |
Michael Mccauley Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Connie Bennett-Martin President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
David Yates Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Dr William Hammond Board Member | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Jim Reynolds Board Member | Trustee | 20 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $314,257 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $98,884 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $413,141 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $179,102 |
| Investment income | $196 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $30,240 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $8,419 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $5,650 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $636,748 |
| 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 | $207,312 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Office expenses | $11,157 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $61,712 |
| 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 | $30,122 |
| Insurance | $20,770 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $397,460 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $173,563 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $208,056 |
| 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 | $2,179 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $325,812 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $709,610 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $15,016 |
| 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 | $17,526 |
| Other liabilities | $146,260 |
| Total liabilities | $178,802 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $423,872 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $106,936 |
| 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 | $709,610 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc has recieved totaling $279.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $279 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Fernbank Inc Atlanta, GA | $44,303,484 | $13,620,973 |
International Game Fish Association Inc Dania Beach, FL | $22,267,053 | $3,152,444 |
Bishop Museum Of Science And Nature Inc Bradenton, FL | $45,135,053 | $3,584,269 |
Tallahassee Museum Of History And Natural Science Inc Tallahassee, FL | $4,222,964 | $2,794,283 |
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center Inc Boca Raton, FL | $3,587,396 | $564,626 |
Calusa Nature Center & Planetarium Inc Fort Myers, FL | $709,610 | $636,748 |
Savannah Science Museum Inc Savannah, GA | $432,559 | $257,186 |
Anniston Museum Endowment Corporation Anniston, AL | $2,192,638 | $140,529 |
Crowley Museum And Nature Center Inc Sarasota, FL | $1,004,518 | $55,340 |
Old Vero Ice Age Sites Committee Inc Vero Beach, FL | $130,737 | $35,005 |
Suarez Museum Of Natural Science & History Inc Miami, FL | $70,798 | $5,760 |
Museum Of Archaeology Paleontology And Science New Port Richey, FL | $3,774,999 | $600 |