Osceola County Historical Society Inc is located in Kissimmee, FL. The organization was established in 1990. According to its NTEE Classification (A82) the organization is classified as: Historical Societies & Historic Preservation, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 09/2021, Osceola County Historical Society Inc employed 13 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Osceola County Historical Society 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 09/2021, Osceola County Historical Society Inc generated $362.6k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (9.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $415.0k during the year ending 09/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (9.7%) per year over the past 6 years. 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:
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THE MISSION OF THE OSCEOLA COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY IS TO COLLECT AND PRESERVE THE COUNTY'S HISTORY, AND PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL, RESEARCH AND RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES TO FOSTER AN UNDERSTANDING AND ENJOYMENT OF THE AREA'S CULTURAL AND NATURAL HERITAGE
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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STAFF AND PRESENTATION OF TWO MUSEUMS, OPEN TO THE PUBLIC WHERE A) THE EVOLUTION OF THE ENVIRONMENT IN THE REGION AND B) A DAY IN THE LIFE DURING THE EARLY 1900'S IN RURAL FLORIDA, CAN BE EXPLORED. EXPOSURE TO THE LIFE AND TIMES IN EARLY FLORIDA EDUCATES YOUTH ABOUT A LIFE BEFORE AIR CONDITIONING AND VIDEO GAMES. ADULTS ENJOY LEARNING ABOUT THE CHALLENGES FACED BY FARMERS AND CATTLEMEN TRYING TO BUILD AN ECONOMY AMID THE SWAMPS AND WITH A FREE RANGE LIFESTYLE.
OVERALL PROGRAMMING TO BRING THE COMMUNITY INTO OSCEOLA HISTORY'S SPHERE OF REPRESENTATION OF COUNTY'S PAST WHICH IMPACTS THE PRESENT AND FUTURE. SHARING EVENTS AND EXHIBITS FOR THE COMMUNITY WHICH HIGHLIGHT THE HISTORY OF THE REGION AND CREATE A SENSE OF PLACE FOR VISITORS. ONGOING ACTIVITIES INCLUDE HISTORICAL DEMONSTRATIONS, MARKETPLACES, SHOWS, RE-ENACTMENTS, GAMES AND MORE INTENDED TO ENGAGE VISITORS WITH THE HISTORICAL EXPERIENCE.
REACHING OUT TO THE COMMUNITY THROUGH CHAPTERS, WEBSITE AND OUTREACH TO BUILD AWARENESS OF THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AS WELL AS TO DRAW IN THOSE PERSONS SEEKING TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE OFFERINGS OF THE SOCIETY. BY EXPANDING ITS REACH, OSCEOLA HISTORY HOPES TO SHARE THE SENSE OF PLACE DEMONSTRATED ON SITE WITH THE LARGER AUDIENCE VIA VIRTUAL PROGRAMMING, SOCIAL MEDIA AND HISTORICAL LOCATIONS BEYOND THE PIONEER VILLAGE AND WELCOME CENTER/HISTORY MUSEUM.
DESPITE A DROP IN REVENUE FOR THE YEAR, EXPENSES WERE WELL MANAGED TO ENSURE MINIMUM IMPACT OF THE LOSSES ON THE OVERALL FINANCIAL POSITION OF THE ORGANIZATION.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kimberly Murray Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $60,600 |
Bruce Van Meter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Shelby Thiele Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Lisa Liu Narcoossee Chapter Representative | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Donna Hart Immediate Past President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Russell Anderson President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $4,047 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $62,882 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $72,369 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $26,116 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $139,298 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $191,573 |
Investment income | $127 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $17,120 |
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 | $6,554 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $362,623 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $60,600 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $12,120 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $144,444 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $2,430 |
Payroll taxes | $16,079 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $24,428 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $2,866 |
Advertising and promotion | $16,162 |
Office expenses | $6,341 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $112,289 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $20 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $12,181 |
Insurance | $2,865 |
All other expenses | $35 |
Total functional expenses | $414,976 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,000 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $152,873 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $12,751 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $4,433 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $171,559 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $518 |
Total assets | $343,134 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,671 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $21,162 |
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 | $0 |
Total liabilities | $27,833 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $287,520 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $27,781 |
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 | $343,134 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Osceola County Historical Society Inc has recieved totaling $7,065.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Charities Aid Foundation America Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE DONATION | $7,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $65 |
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Coastal Heritage Society Inc Savannah, GA | $3,223,503 | $3,680,449 |
Birmingham Landmarks Inc Birmingham, AL | $19,773,714 | $5,790,152 |
Alabama Historic Ironworks Commission Mccalla, AL | $4,360,177 | $2,386,256 |
Coastal Georgia Historical Society Inc St Simons Island, GA | $8,728,661 | $2,039,042 |
Preservation Foundation Of Palm Beach Inc Palm Beach, FL | $27,182,699 | $14,785,747 |
Key West Art & Historical Society Inc Key West, FL | $3,638,372 | $2,771,144 |
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Historical Society Of Martin County Inc Stuart, FL | $13,078,765 | $1,282,990 |
Tybee Island Historical Society Inc Tybee Island, GA | $6,056,946 | $1,662,737 |
Brevard Regional Arts Groups Inc Melbourne, FL | $2,769,843 | $1,580,932 |