North Dakota Humanities Council
- Assets
- $513.4k
- Revenue
- $1.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Bismarck, ND
- Founding
- 03/1974
- Data as of
- 10/2023
- EIN
- 45-0318487
Organization Overview
North Dakota Humanities Council, operating under the name Humanities North Dakota, is located in Bismarck, ND. The organization was established in 1974. According to its NTEE Classification (A26) the organization is classified as: Arts & Humanities Councils & Agencies, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 10/2023, Humanities North Dakota employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Humanities North Dakota 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 10/2023, Humanities North Dakota generated $1.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.1% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.6m during the year ending 10/2023. While expenses have increased by 9.4% per year over the past 8 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.
Since 2015, Humanities North Dakota has awarded 109 individual grants totaling $1,840,206. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE NORTH DAKOTA HUMANITIES COUNCIL INVESTS IN THE PEOPLE OF NORTH DAKOTA BY CREATING AND SUSTAINING HUMANITIES PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE US WITH A BETTER UNDERSTANDING OF THE PAST, A BETTER ANALYSIS OF THE PRESENT, AND A BETTER VISION FOR THE FUTURE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SHARP ACT GRANT PROGRAM: THE PURPOSE OF THE SHARP ACT GRANT PROGRAM IS TO PROVIDE GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT TO CULTURAL ORGANIZATIONS WHOSE PROGRAMS HAVE BEEN ADVERSELY AFFECT BY THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC. THE GRANTS ARE MEANT TO HELP THESE ORGANIZATIONS MAINTAIN THEIR PUBLIC HUMANITIES PROGRAMS AND RETAIN THERE CORE EMPLOYEES. TWENTY ONE ORGANIZATIONS RECEIVED FUNDS AND WERE ABLE TO SUSTAIN THEIR HUMANITIES PROGRAMS AS A RESULT OF THE SHARP ACT GRANT PROGRAM.
BRAVE CONVERSATIONS: NAMED IN HONOR OF TRIBAL HISTORIAN MARILYN HUDSON, THE BRAVE CONVERSATIONS PROJECT (MHBCP) BUILDS COMMUNITY THROUGH CONVERSATION. TODAY'S LEADING PROBLEM-SOLVERS TAKE CENTER STAGE, OFFERING A THOUGHT-PROVOKING PRESENTATION FOLLOWED BY AUTHENTIC, MODERATOR-LED DISCUSSION IN SMALL GROUPS. ATTENDEES EXPLORE NEW IDEAS AND MEET INTERESTING PEOPLE. THE PROGRAM'S GOALS ARE TO EXPLORE CRITICAL ISSUES, FOSTER PHILOSOPHICAL CONVERSATIONS, INSPIRE INDIVIDUAL GROWTH, AND PROMOTE ACTIVE AND ENGAGED CITIZENSHIP. THE GOAL FOR ATTENDEES IS TO LEAVE FEELING RENEWED, HOPEFUL, AND MORE CONNECTED TO THEIR COMMUNITIES AND EACH OTHER. THIS PROGRAM IS OFFERED IN-PERSON AND LIVE-STREAMED ONLINE. NDHC HOSTED 2 IN PERSON EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR AND HAD A TOTAL AUDIENCE OF 794.
WE THE PEOPLE: THE WE THE PEOPLE THE CITIZEN AND THE CONSTITUTION PROGRAM (WTP) PROMOTES CIVIC COMPETENCE AND RESPONSIBILITY AMONG THE NATION'S UPPER ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY STUDENTS. THE CURRICULUM IS AN INNOVATIVE COURSE OF INSTRUCTION ON THE HISTORY AND PRINCIPLES OF THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTIONAL DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC. THE WE THE PEOPLE PRINT TEXTBOOKS' INTERACTIVE STRATEGIES, RELEVANT CONTENT, AND SIMULATED CONGRESSIONAL HEARINGS MAKE TEACHING AND LEARNING EXCITING FOR STUDENTS AND TEACHERS. NDHC HOSTED ONE TEACHER INSTITUTE AND ONE STATE COMPETITION THAT REACHED AN ESTIMATE OF 220 STUDENTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Brenna Gerhardt Executive Director | Officer | 45 | $126,704 |
Kenneth Glass Associate Director | Officer | 40 | $110,172 |
Lyle Best Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Dina Butcher Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Dennis Cooley Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Patty Corwin Board Member | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $1,464,920 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $126,439 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,591,359 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $22,246 |
| Investment income | $4,566 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$206 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,617,965 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $435,296 |
| 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. | $258,383 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $155,706 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $182,121 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $7,887 |
| Payroll taxes | $33,102 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $21,838 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $293,665 |
| Advertising and promotion | $38,237 |
| Office expenses | $110,064 |
| Information technology | $22,046 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $30,576 |
| Travel | $102,205 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $17,425 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $15,485 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $7,420 |
| Insurance | $2,136 |
| All other expenses | $10,871 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,640,023 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $3,794 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $354,361 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $2,419 |
| 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 | $48,717 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $10,231 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $93,890 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $513,412 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $26,747 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $118,800 |
| 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 | $93,890 |
| Total liabilities | $239,437 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $230,420 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $43,555 |
| 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 | $513,412 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, North Dakota Humanities Council has awarded $410,146 in support to 12 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
PRAIRIE PUBLIC BROADCASTING PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $12,500 |
DAKOTA LEGACY PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $25,650 |
ND MUSEUM OF ART PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $10,000 |
DICKINSON STATE UNIVERSITY PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $8,029 |
THEODORE ROOSEVELT MEDORA FOUNDATION PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $10,000 |
DAKOTA LEGACY PURPOSE: Humanities Programs | $9,217 |