North House Folk School
- Assets
- $5.8m
- Revenue
- $2.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 21
- Location
- Grand Marais, MN
- Founding
- 10/1997
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 41-1878887
Organization Overview
North House Folk School is located in Grand Marais, MN. The organization was established in 1997. As of 12/2021, North House Folk School employed 21 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. North House Folk School 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, North House Folk School generated $2.9m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 14.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 10.1% 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ENRICH LIVES AND BUILD COMMUNITY BY TEACHING TRADITIONAL NORTHERN CRAFTS IN A STUDENT-CENTERED LEARNING ENVIRONMENT THAT INSPIRES THE HANDS, HEART AND MIND.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
CENTRAL TO NORTH HOUSE EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS TO "ENRICH LIVES AND BUILD COMMUNITY THROUGH THE TEACHING OF TRADITIONAL NORTHERN CRAFTS" ARE ITS YEAR-ROUND OFFERINGS OF COURSES. IN A TYPICAL YEAR, OVER 400 CLASSES FEATURING THE LEADERSHIP OF 160+ REGIONAL ARTISANS BRING ALIVE THE STORIES AND SKILLS CONNECTED TO TRADITIONS RANGING FROM MOOSE-HIDE MUKLUK MAKING TO TIMBER FRAME SAUNA BUILDING, INTRO TO BLACKSMITHING TO CEDAR-STRIP CANOE BUILDING, GREEN-WOOD BOWL CARVING TO WOOD-FIRED BREAD BAKING. CLASSES RANGE IN LENGTH FROM 4 HOURS TO TEN DAYS, WITH SMALL GROUPS OF STUDENTS LEARNING IN COLLABORATION WITH A HIGHLY SKILLED ARTISAN INSTRUCTOR.
BUILDING COMMUNITY IS ALSO CENTRAL TO NORTH HOUSE'S YEAR-ROUND EFFORTS, AND THESE EFFORTS INCLUDE THREE KEY SEASONAL COMMUNITY EVENTS (WOODEN BOAT SHOW IN JUNE, UNPLUGGED & THE FOLK ARTISAN MARKETPLACE IN SEPTEMBER, WINTERER'S GATHERING & ARCTIC FILM FESTIVAL IN NOVEMBER), FREQUENT PUBLIC SPEAKERS AT KEY EVENTS AND ALIGNED WITH KEY THEMATIC PROGRAM WEEKS, MINI-WORKSHOPS FOR FIRST TIME VISITORS TO CAMPUS, AND AN INSTRUCTOR-IN-RESIDENCE PROGRAM. AS A PUBLIC SERVICE, THESE EFFORTS ARE LARGELY OFFERED FREE OF CHARGE OR AT REDUCED RATES AS PART OF STRENGTHENING NORTH HOUSE'S CONNECTION TO ITS LOCAL COMMUNITY. THESE COMMUNITY EFFORTS ENGAGE 10,000+ INDIVIDUALLY IN A TYPICAL YEAR.
NORTH HOUSE IS FORTUNATE TO WORK WITH A KEY FUNDING PARTNER AS PART OF ITS COMMUNITY OF CRAFT INITIATIVE WHICH ACTIVELY OFERS PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE TRADTIONAL CRAFT ARTISANS WHO TEACH OR COLLABORATE WITH THE SCHOOL. THESE EFFORTS INCLUDE: AN ANNUAL INSTRUCTOR RETREAT FEATURING COURSES, SEMINARS, PEER ENGAGEMENT AND PLANNING SESSIONS; A TEN- MONTH TRADITIONAL CRAFT PROGRAM INTERNSHIP DESIGNED TO ENGAGE POST-COLLEGE PARTICIPANTS INTERESTED IN EDUCATION AND NONPROFIT ADMINISTRATION; A TWO- YEAR ARTISAN DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM TO ADVANCE THE POTENTIAL OF EMERGING ARTISANS; AND PROFESSIONAL STAFF LEADERSHIP FOR BOTH OUR YEAR-ROUND CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTOR PARTNERSHIPS. NORTH HOUSE WORKS ANNUALLY WITH 200+ ARTISANS AT ALL LEVELS OF DEVELOPMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Greg Wright Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $73,196 |
Randy Schnobrich Board | Trustee | 1 | $7,906 |
Celcilia Schiller Board | Trustee | 1 | $1,630 |
Todd Mestad Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mike Prom President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tina Hegg Raway Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $345,854 |
| Fundraising events | $12,500 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,759,672 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,118,026 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $511,278 |
| Investment income | $35,516 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $2,180 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $78,862 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $42,422 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $65,667 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,869,523 |
| 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. | $82,732 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $19,763 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $499,533 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $69,072 |
| Payroll taxes | $45,790 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,500 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $43,324 |
| Office expenses | $125,133 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $125,123 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $12,767 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $61,352 |
| Insurance | $18,567 |
| All other expenses | $61,517 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,858,011 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $271,554 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,669,822 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $329,986 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $185 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $116,620 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $2,940,792 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $489,885 |
| Total assets | $5,818,844 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $103,844 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $810,628 |
| 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 | $598,298 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,512,770 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,197,534 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,108,540 |
| 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 | $5,818,844 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 21 grants that North House Folk School has recieved totaling $1,022,902.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Margaret A Cargill Foundation Eden Prairie, MN PURPOSE: SUPPORTING CAPACITY BUILDING THROUGH THREADS OF STRENGTH PROJECT | $300,000 |
Margaret A Cargill Foundation Eden Prairie, MN PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR NORTH HOUSE FOLK SCHOOL COMMUNITY OF CRAFT INITIATIVE | $300,000 |
Walter N And Phyllis A Anderson Charitable Tr Glencoe, MN PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED GENERAL SUPPORT | $60,000 |
Manitou Fund White Bear Lake, MN PURPOSE: INVESTING IN ACCESSIBILITY | $60,000 |
Saint Paul & Minnesota Foundation Saint Paul, MN PURPOSE: MULTIPLE GRANTS FOR MULTIPLE PURPOSES | $40,625 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: EDUCATION | $32,680 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $413,428 |
| Earnings | $84,789 |
| Admin Expense | -$1,776 |
| Grants | -$6,556 |
| Ending Balance | $489,885 |
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