Magic House
- Assets
- $35.1m
- Revenue
- $11.6m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 274
- Location
- St Louis, MO
- Founding
- 09/1977
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 51-0138441
Organization Overview
Magic House is located in St Louis, MO. The organization was established in 1977. According to its NTEE Classification (A52) the organization is classified as: Children's Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Magic House employed 274 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Magic House 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 12/2023, Magic House generated $11.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 9 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $9.0m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.6% per year over the past 9 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
PROVIDE CHILDREN WITH HANDS-ON LEARNING EXPERIENCES IN A UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MUSEUM EXPERIENCE - THE MAGIC HOUSE OPENED IN 1979 TO PROVIDE AN EDUCATIONAL FACILITY FOR THE CHILDREN OF THE GREATER ST. LOUIS AREA. THE MUSEUM IS COMMITTED TO HANDS-ON LEARNING AND PROVIDES MULTI-CURRICULAR EXHIBITS FOR CHILDREN AGES 1 TO 11 YEARS WITHIN A 55,000 SQUARE FOOT FACILITY ON THREE ACRES OF OUTDOOR SPACE. IN 2019, THE MAGIC HOUSE OPENED A SATELLITE LOCATION IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS, MADE FOR KIDS, A 7,000 SQUARE FOOT MAKERSPACE WITH A STRONG FOCUS ON STEM EDUCATION FOR CHILDREN AGES 4 TO 14 YEARS. ATTENDANCE AT THE MAGIC HOUSE APPROXIMATED 498,000 AND 460,000 IN 2023 AND 2022, RESPECTIVELY. THE ATTENDANCE AT MADE FOR KIDS IN 2023 AND 2022 APPROXIMATED 43,000 AND 40,000, RESPECTIVELY.
PUBLIC PROGRAMS - THE MAGIC HOUSE OFFERS A WIDE VARIETY OF PUBLIC PROGRAMS. THESE INCLUDE PARENT-CHILD CLASSES; ART AND CULTURAL WORKSHOPS AND PERFORMANCES; SUMMER CAMPS; SCOUT PROGRAMS; BIRTHDAY PARTIES; AND SPECIAL EVENTS SUCH AS EARTH DAY, FALL FARM FESTIVAL AND BIG TRUCK DAY.
SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS - THE MAGIC HOUSE OFFERS FACILITATED FIELD TRIP PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS AGES 3 TO 14 THAT CONNECT TO CLASSROOM CURRICULUM AND MEET STATE AND NATIONAL STANDARDS. THESE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE AT BOTH THE MAGIC HOUSE AND OUR SATELLITE LOCATION IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS, MADE FOR KIDS, AND COVER STEAM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, ARTS AND MATH), SOCIAL STUDIES, AND FINANCIAL LITERACY. IN 2023, THE MAGIC HOUSE PROVIDED IN-PERSON FIELD TRIP PROGRAMS TO 35,000 STUDENTS. MAGIC HOUSE EDUCATORS ALSO SERVED STUDENTS THROUGH STEAM FAMILY NIGHTS AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS IN THEIR SCHOOLS. THROUGH THE MAGIC HOUSE'S "ACCESS FOR ALL" INITIATIVE, FREE ADMISSION AND INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCES WERE PROVIDED TO MORE THAN 88,000 CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN NEED IN 2023...(CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O)(SCHOOL AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS CONTINUED): THIS WAS ACCOMPLISHED BY PROVIDING MONTHLY PUBLIC FREE FAMILY NIGHTS AT BOTH LOCATIONS, FREE ADMISSION ON A DAILY BASIS TO FOSTER FAMILIES, BIG BROTHER BIG SISTER PAIRS, AND ACTIVE-DUTY MILITARY FAMILIES AND FAMILY NIGHTS FOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS, FIELD TRIPS FOR UNDER-RESOURCED SCHOOLS, AND FREE MEMBERSHIPS TO FAMILIES IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS THROUGH THE ST. LOUIS PUBLIC LIBRARY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alex Lee Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
John T Drexler Past Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Linda Hunter Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Tim Ney Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Beverly L Propst Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Brenda Mckee Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Pfg Middendorf Food Services | 12/30/23 | $219,308 |
Luckey Llc Design-build Services | 12/30/23 | $168,260 |
Independents Graphic & Display Graphic Design Services | 12/30/23 | $141,581 |
Gene Del Inc Printing Services | 12/30/23 | $123,650 |
The Miller Group It Services | 12/30/23 | $103,136 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $518,822 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $5,083,422 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $544,275 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,602,244 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $5,348,311 |
| Investment income | $307,455 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$67,140 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$176,115 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $11,079 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $518,206 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $11,551,334 |
| 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. | $481,111 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $325,496 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,698,127 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $140,113 |
| Other employee benefits | $177,545 |
| Payroll taxes | $360,097 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $5,579 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $43,200 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $44,005 |
| Fees for services: Other | $56,300 |
| Advertising and promotion | $262,406 |
| Office expenses | $495,010 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $781,681 |
| Travel | $17,601 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $75,337 |
| Interest | $81,552 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,403,048 |
| Insurance | $163,884 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $9,001,037 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,245,807 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,208,397 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,457,223 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $5,178 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $85,072 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $73,300 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $19,844,547 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $10,774,666 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $435,628 |
| Total assets | $35,129,818 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $593,611 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $1,191,455 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $1,961,508 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $1,258,862 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $543,479 |
| Total liabilities | $5,548,915 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $26,656,542 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,924,361 |
| 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 | $35,129,818 |