Japan America Society Of Iowa
- Assets
- $41.6k
- Revenue
- $94.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 1
- Location
- Des Moines, IA
- Founding
- 01/2003
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 41-2061569
Organization Overview
Japan America Society Of Iowa is located in Des Moines, IA. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (Q20) the organization is classified as: Promotion of International Understanding, under the broad grouping of International, Foreign Affairs & National Security and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Japan America Society Of Iowa is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF IOWA (JASI) IS A NON-PROFIT, VOLUNTEER BASED ORGANIZATION THAT SEEKS TO ESTABLISH MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN JAPANESE AND AMERICAN COMMUNITIES IN IOWA. JASI PROVIDES OPPORTUNITIES TO ITS MEMBERS AND THE PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN SOCIAL, CULTURAL, AND EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAM AT JASI PROVIDES A WAY FOR THE COMMUNITY AN OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN JAPANESE CULTURE AND LANGUAGE. THE PROGRAM INCLUDES PRESENTATIONS ON JAPANESE CULTURE, TEA CELEMONEY PRESENTATION, HOW TO WEAR KIMONO, JAPANESE CALLIGRAPHY, ORIGAMI WORKSHIP, AND FUROSHIKI WORKSHOPS. THIS ALSO INCLUDES THE ACTIVITES WITH THE IOWA ASIAN ALLIANCE AND CELEBRASIAN FESTIVAL.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES INCLUDE THE ANIME DEMOII COMMITTEE, THE TEA HOUSE RESTORATION COMMITTEE, AND THE KIMONO COMMITTEE. THE ANIME DEMOII COMMITTEE OFFERS AND SUPPORTS ANIME CONVENTIONS, ANIME CLUBS, AND LIBRARIES. THE TEA HOUSE RESTORATION COMMITTEE MAINTAINS TEA HOUSE BUILDING USED TO DISPLAY THE BEAUTY AND ARTISTRY OF TRADITIONAL JAPANESE ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN TO VISITORS. THE KIMONO COMMITTEE OFFERS OPPORTUNITIES TO DEMONSTRATE AND TO WEAR KIMONOS THROUGH OUTTINGS AND FASHION SHOWS.
THE MANABIYA IOWA IS A LANGUAGE SCHOOL OFFERING CLASSES WHO WISH TO LEARN JAPANESE LANGUAGE AND ITS CULTURE. THE PROGRAM'S GOAL IS TO HELP CHILDREN GROW UP WITH AN OPEN-MIND FOR CULTURAL DIFFERENCES AND TO BECOME THE BRIDGE BETWEEN JAPAN AND THE WORLD.
SOTEN TAIKO IS A DRUM GROUP THROUGH JASI. THE GROUP'S GOAL IS TO SHARE TRADITIONAL JAPANESE ART AND CULTURE THROUGH JAPANESE INSTRUMENTS. THE GROUP OFFERS TAIKO PROFORMANCES AND LESSONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Chikako Brown Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Del Christensen Vice Preside | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Amanda Gran Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Ben Molloy Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Chie Schiller Board Member | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Tanis Sotelo Executive Se | Trustee | 0.5 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $69,170 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $69,170 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $24,874 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $94,044 |
| 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 | $49,725 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $129 |
| Payroll taxes | $4,152 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,921 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,825 |
| Advertising and promotion | $802 |
| Office expenses | $1,833 |
| Information technology | $579 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $7,980 |
| Travel | $741 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $920 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $1,198 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $94,952 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $41,620 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $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 | $41,620 |
| 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 | $2,080 |
| Total liabilities | $2,080 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $39,540 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $41,620 |