Mark Making
- Assets
- $515.8k
- Revenue
- $287.7k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Chattanooga, TN
- Founding
- 10/2008
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 26-2959326
Organization Overview
Mark Making is located in Chattanooga, TN. The organization was established in 2008. According to its NTEE Classification (A40) the organization is classified as: Visual Arts, 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. Mark Making 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, Mark Making generated $287.7k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $196.8k during the year ending 12/2021. 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
MARK MAKING SERVES AND TRANSFORMS COMMUNITIES THROUGH CREATIVE ART MAKING THAT EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS, WITH A FOCUS ON THE UNDERSERVED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SCENIC CITY ANGELS: LEARN AND EARN PAIRS A MIDDLE OR HIGH SCHOOL AGE PERSON WITH A JOB IN THE COMMUNITY. THIS COULD BE TUTORING YOUNGER CHILDREN, WORKING IN AN OFFICE, HELPING WITH TORNADO CLEANUP, OR STATE PARKS. SOMETIMES THEY ARE INVITED TO HELP WITH SETTING UP FOR A PERFORMANCE OR ART PROGRAM. WE PAY EACH PARTICIPANT $10 AN HOUR FOR THEIR WORK. YOUTH ACTIVITIES INCLUDE ALL SPORTS PROGRAMS. BASKETBALL, FOOTBALL AND LAWN MAINTENANCE. IT ALSO INCLUDES CHEERLEADING FOR THE GIRLS. PARTICIPANTS HAVE 2-3 PRACTICES A WEEK AND GAMES ON WEEKENDS. WE HAVE ONE HEAD COACH AND SOME ASSISTANTS. THERE IS ONE COACH FOR CHEERLEADERS AND SOME PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT AS WELL. KIDSTARTERS AND INVENTURE INTRODUCE THE CHILDREN TO THE IDEA OF CREATING, BRANDING, AND MERCHANDISING AN IDEA. IT ALSO WORKS WITH OLDER YOUTH TO TEACH ESSAY AND RESUME WRITING, BUILDING A RESUME AND PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR COLLEGE PREP.
OUTREACH INITIATIVES ARE CLASSES TAUGHT BY MARK MAKING TO ADULTS WHO HAVE MENTAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL CHALLENGES, THE HOMELESS AND INCARCERATED. WE TEACH AT THE MARK MAKING STUDIO OR THE HAMILTON COUNTY JAIL. WE ARE CURRENTLY WORKING ON A LARGE MOSAIC MEMORIAL SCULPTURE, AN ILLUSTRATED STORY PROJECT WITH JUSTICE INVOLVED INDIVIDUALS WITH MENTAL HEALTH CHALLENGES. WE CONTINUE OUR CLASSES IN THE DETENTION CENTER AT SILVERDALE AND HAVE WEEKLY CLASSES WITH MENTAL HEALTH COURT CLIENTS.
PUBLIC ARTS: MARK MAKING FACILITATES PUBLIC ART PROJECTS CREATED BY CHILDREN, TEENS AND UNDERSERVED ADULTS. WE ARE CURRENTLY WORKING ON TRAFFIC CABINET WRAPS, A TEEN MURAL AND A MURAL WITH CONTENT INPUT FROM CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL CHALLENGES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Martin Gadd Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Frances Mcdonald Executive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Kay Sanford Hutcheson Board Secretary & Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $31,110 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $183,569 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $214,679 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $29,606 |
| Investment income | $43,376 |
| 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 | $287,661 |
| 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 | $12,849 |
| 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 | $786 |
| 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 | $252 |
| Information technology | $278 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $17,664 |
| 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 | $2,226 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $196,789 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $515,807 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | -$3 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $515,804 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $2,260 |
| 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 | $2,260 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $513,544 |
| 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 | $515,804 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 7 grants that Mark Making has recieved totaling $147,500.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: SCENIC CITY ANGEL | $30,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: SCENIC CITY ANGEL | $30,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: SCENIC CITY ANGEL | $30,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: SCENIC CITY ANGEL | $30,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: SCENIC CITY ANGEL EMERGENCY NEEDS PROJECT | $15,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Chattanooga Inc Chattanooga, TN PURPOSE: CHATTANOOGA LANDMARKS ADVENTURE SERIES & SOUTHERN BELLE/DUCKS RIDES | $10,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Arts & Science Council Charlotte Mecklenburg Inc Charlotte, NC | $42,519,495 | $11,600,726 |
Frist Art Museum Nashville, TN | $27,247,403 | $12,277,490 |
Professional Photographers Of America Inc Atlanta, GA | $48,960,545 | $12,325,076 |
Textile Rental Services Association Of America Inc Alexandria, VA | $12,660,390 | $5,781,606 |
Inda Association Of The Non Woven Fabrics Industry Cary, NC | $9,846,018 | $4,859,607 |
Andreas H Bechtler Arts Foundation Charlotte, NC | $39,434,021 | $2,461,495 |
Master Craftsmen Foundation Kansas City, MO | $0 | $269 |
Virginia Museum Of Contemporary Art Virginia Beach, VA | $2,164,198 | $3,254,466 |
Georgia Association Of Manufacturers Inc Atlanta, GA | $2,700,140 | $2,292,406 |
The Center For Craft Creativity & Design Inc Asheville, NC | $15,329,103 | $2,386,393 |
Forward Arts Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA | $5,240,641 | $1,648,904 |
Southern Highland Handicraft Guild Inc Asheville, NC | $7,206,278 | $2,199,830 |