Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc
- Assets
- $2.1m
- Revenue
- $296.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Gainesville, GA
- Founding
- 08/1981
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 58-1443900
Organization Overview
Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc is located in Gainesville, GA. The organization was established in 1981. According to its NTEE Classification (A54) the organization is classified as: History Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc 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, Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc generated $296.8k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (10.6%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $372.4k 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
THE NORTHEAST GEORGIA HISTORY CENTER IS DEDICATED TO PRESERVING AND SHARING OUR REGIONAL HISTORY AND BEING OUR COMMUNITY'S PATHWAY TO HISTORY EDUCATION.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EXHIBIT GALLERIES: OUR MAIN EXHIBIT, THE LAND OF PROMISE, TELLS STORIES OF THOSE WHO HAVE LIVED IN NORTHEAST GEORGIA AND SERVES AS A REMINDER THAT OUR REGION IS A LAND OF PROMISE FOR EVERYONE. WE ADDITIONALLY HAVE THE MATHIS FOLK ART GALLERY, THE ED DODD GALLERY, AND OUR CHANGING EXHIBITS SPACE. ONLY ABOUT 20% OF THE HISTORY CENTER'S COLLECTION OF HISTORIC ARTIFACTS IS ON DISPLAY AT ANY ONE TIME; THE REMAINDER REMAINS IN THE ARCHIVES WHERE THE MATERIAL CULTURE OF OUR SHARED PAST IS CARED FOR AND MAINTAINED IN A PROFESSIONAL, ENVIRONMENTALLY CONTROLLED ENVIRONMENT. ACCESS IS BY APPOINTMENT. THE 18TH CENTURY CABIN OF CHEROKEE INDIAN WHITE PATH, ORIGINALLY CONSTRUCTED C. 1780. THE CABIN WAS SAVED AND RESTORED BY DON COOLEY, A DESCENDENT OF WHITE PATH, AND MOVED TO THE PRESENT SITE BY JAMES MATHIS. WE ALSO ARE HOME TO THE HERRIN BLACKSMITH SHOP. WE ALSO HAVE THE AMERICAN FREEDOM GARDEN, WHERE WE PAY TRIBUTE TO AMERICA'S SERVICE MEN AND WOMEN.
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING AND OUTREACH: THE ADA MAE IVESTER EDUCATION CENTER AND THE COTTRELL DIGITAL STUDIO PROVIDE THE CORE OF OUR EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING. IN THE LAST TWELVE MONTHS THE HISTORY CENTER: - WELCOMED 6,000 CHILDREN IN SCHOOL GROUPS (A 50% INCREASE IN TWO YEARS) - WELCOMED 2,000 OTHER VISITORS FROM AS NEAR AS DOWN THE STREET AND AS FAR AWAY AS CHINA (A 31% INCREASE OVER TWO YEARS) -PROVIDED LIVE AND PREFILMED CURRICULUM-BASED DIGITAL CONTENT TO OVER 25,000 STUDENTS -HOSTED EIGHT FAMILY DAYS WITH NEARLY 1,500 ATTENDEES -PRESENTED THREE CHAUTAUQUA PROGRAMS WITH 400 ATTENDEES
READING PROGRAM: GAINESVILLE READS USING A SIMILAR, PROVEN PROGRAM IN CONNECTICUT, THE HISTORY CENTER NOW OFFERS AN AFTER-SCHOOL TUTORING PROGRAM TO PROVIDE EXTRA HELP IN LITERACY TO ELEMENTARY-AGE STUDENTS WHO NEED IT. USING ONE-ON-ONE VOLUNTEERS WITH THE STUDENTS AND THE LEXIA READING APPLICATION, PARTICIPANTS ARE ABLE TO MEET ONCE A WEEK TO PRACTICE AND IMPROVE THEIR READING AND COMPREHENSION SKILLS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Glen Kyle Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $60,191 |
Barclay Rushton Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Beckie Smith Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Cheryl Vandiver Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Sandra Williams Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Dr Andrea Birch Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $19,025 |
| Fundraising events | $97,000 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $50,741 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $166,766 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,639 |
| Investment income | $94,392 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $2,113 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $17,529 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $3,350 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $296,789 |
| 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. | $60,191 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $27,086 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $113,696 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,294 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,245 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $10,008 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,489 |
| Advertising and promotion | $11,243 |
| Office expenses | $15,085 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $55,188 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $351 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $21,494 |
| Insurance | $11,650 |
| All other expenses | $1,860 |
| Total functional expenses | $372,411 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $28,111 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $214,878 |
| 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 | $22,386 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,175 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $444,490 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,367,280 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,078,320 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $7,589 |
| 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 | $31,200 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $38,789 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $877,588 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,161,943 |
| 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 | $2,078,320 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Northeast Georgia History Center At Brenau University Inc has recieved totaling $78,167.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
North Georgia Community Foundation Gainesville, GA PURPOSE: ARTS & CULTURE | $78,150 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $17 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $868,026 |
| Earnings | $121,746 |
| Admin Expense | $10,008 |
| Net Contributions | $427,516 |
| Other Expense | $40,000 |
| Ending Balance | $1,367,280 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Lorraine Civil Rights Museum Foundation Memphis, TN | $35,843,207 | $14,748,460 |
The National Museum Of African American Music Nashville, TN | $43,131,276 | $9,233,015 |
National Infantry Museum Foundation Inc Columbus, GA | $75,263,880 | $5,605,336 |
North Carolina Transportation Museum Foundation Spencer, NC | $11,455,078 | $7,616,895 |
Old Salem Incorporated Winstonsalem, NC | $81,707,076 | $3,795,190 |
Henry Morrison Flagler Museum Palm Beach, FL | $63,121,691 | $4,765,672 |
Historical Association Of Southern Florida Inc Miami, FL | $4,170,200 | $3,833,962 |
Florida Holocaust Museum Inc St Petersburg, FL | $6,471,703 | $3,220,795 |
St Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum Inc Saint Augustine, FL | $6,521,175 | $4,691,684 |
Soulsville Memphis, TN | $9,455,990 | $2,725,171 |
Charleston Museum Charleston, SC | $22,919,139 | $2,871,325 |
Museum Of The New South Inc Charlotte, NC | $19,470,866 | $6,687,366 |