Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial
- Assets
- $7.1m
- Revenue
- $1.9m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Las Vegas, NV
- Founding
- 02/2004
- Data as of
- 06/2023
- EIN
- 65-1194930
Organization Overview
Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial is located in Las Vegas, NV. The organization was established in 2004. According to its NTEE Classification (A84) the organization is classified as: Commemorative Events, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial 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 06/2023, Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial generated $1.9m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 8 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (0.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.9m during the year ending 06/2023. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial has awarded 113 individual grants totaling $13,587,246. 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 COMMISSION FOR THE LAS VEGAS CENTENNIAL WAS FORMED IN 2003 TO PLAN, ORGANIZE, COORDINATE, AND IMPLEMENT ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATED WITH THE CITY'S CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY FROM ITS FOUNDING IN 1905. THE COMMISSION CONTINUES TO BE IN OPERATION, SERVING AS A BOARD THAT AWARDS GRANTS TO APPLICANTS THAT ARE INTENDED TO ENCOURAGE PRESERVATION OF THE CITY'S HISTORY. FUNDING IS PROVIDED TO FACILITATE THE EDUCATION, COMMEMORATION, PRESERVATION AND ENHANCEMENT OF HISTORIC RESOURCES IN LAS VEGAS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CITY OF LAS VEGAS SCENIC BYWAY: RUMMEL MOTEL/PAR-A-DICE SIGNS FUNDING WAS AWARDED FOR THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE REFURBISHMENT AND INSTALLATION OF THE RUMMEL MOTEL SIGN AND THE PAR-A-DICE MOTEL SIGN. FUNDING COMPONENTS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING: (A) REFURBISHMENT COSTS FOR THE RUMMEL MOTEL SIGN, (B) REFURBISHMENT COSTS FOR THE PAR-A-DICE MOTEL SIGN, (C) ONE YEAR MAINTENANCE FOR BOTH SIGNS, AND (D) INSTALLATION COSTS FOR BOTH SIGNS. THE SIGNS ARE PART OF A LARGER PROJECT THAT RESTORED AND INSTALLED EIGHT HISTORIC NEON SIGNS ALONG LAS VEGAS BOULEVARD WITHIN THE CITY LIMITS. THE PROJECT ENHANCES THE FEDERALLY RECOGNIZED "SCENIC BYWAY" ALONG LAS VEGAS BOULEVARD AND CONNECTS DOWNTOWN LAS VEGAS AND THE LAS VEGAS STRIP WITH HISTORIC ELEMENTS FROM LAS VEGAS' PAST.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE COMMISSION FOR THE LAS VEGAS CENTENNIAL'S MISSION TO FUND PROJECTS RELATING TO THE COMMEMORATION OF THE HISTORY OF THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS, THE COMMISSION APPROVED THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL GRANTS: 22-0279-CLC1 NEON MUSEUM DUCK DUCK SHED 21-0290-CLC1/ 210254-JH THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS: THE EARLY YEARS (1940S & 1950S) 22-0376-CLC1 SCENIC BYWAY/SIGNS ON STICKS: FUN CITY MOTEL SIGN 22-0499-CLC1 MOB MUSEUM DOCUMENTARY 22-0375-CLC1 LV DAYS PARADE 2023 22-0640-CLC1 THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS: 1960S 21-0284-CLC1 CLV DIGITIZATION OF HISTORICAL MATERIALS AND RECORDS 22-0730-CLC1 WESTSIDE DOCUMENTARY 21-0570-CLC1/NV-21-10013/220113-JH CHARLESTON HEIGHTS SURVEY NPF REVOLVING FUND 22-0734-CLC1 HELLDORADO DOCUMENTARY CLC-78732 UNLV ASIAN AMERICAN AND PACIFIC ISLANDER (AAPI) ORAL HISTORY PROJECT JUNIOR LEAGUE MINI GRANTS 20-0058-CLC1 NPF BILTMORE BUNGALOWS 22-0498-CLC1 OLD TIME REUNION 2022
PLAZA HOTEL & CASINO: 2022 LAS VEGAS DAYS RODEO FUNDING WAS AWARDED FOR THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PRODUCTION OF THE LAS VEGAS DAYS RODEO. THE LAS VEGAS DAYS (FORMERLY HELLDORADO DAYS) RODEO TAKES PLACE AT THE CORE ARENA ANNUALLY. THE EVENT ALLOWS THE COMMUNITY TO COME TOGETHER ONCE A YEAR TO CELEBRATE THE HISTORY OF THE CITY AS IT WAS ASSOCIATED WITH HELLDORADO DAYS, REMINISCE ABOUT PAST EVENTS AND INTRODUCE NEWCOMERS TO THE EVENT. FUNDING COMPONENTS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING: (A) RODEO ENTRANCE AND JUDGING FEES (B) THE RENTAL, TRANSPORTATION AND FEED FOR LIVESTOCK, (C) WATER TRUCK AND TRACTOR RENTALS, (D) RODEO ANNOUNCERS AND ENTERTAINMENT STAFF, (E) EVENT LABOR, (F) FIRE RESPONDER STAFF, (G) BLEACHER AND PORTABLE TOILET RENTALS (H) CONTESTS AND BUCKLE AWARD, AND (I) ADVERTISING BANNERS. THE RODEO EVENT ALSO INCLUDED A COLORING CONTEST FOR CHILDREN, A BEST BEARD/MUSTACHE CONTEST, A "THEN AND NOW" PHOTOGRAPH PAVILION AND A CHUCK WAGON DISPLAY WITH ACTORS DRESSED IN PERIOD COSTUMES.
NEVADA PRESERVATION FOUNDATION HOME + HISTORY EVENT 2023 FUNDING WAS AWARDED FOR THE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PLANNING AND RUNNING OF THE HOME & HISTORY 2023 EVENT. HOME & HISTORY CELEBRATES THE HISTORY, PEOPLE, AND ARCHITECTURE OF LAS VEGAS THROUGH A SERIES OF LECTURES AND WALKING AND DRIVING TOURS AT A VARIETY OF HISTORIC-AGED PLACES LOCATED THROUGHOUT THE CITY. FUNDING COMPONENTS INCLUDED THE FOLLOWING FEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE EVENT: (A) SALARIES FOR EVENT MANAGER, STAFF AND CONTENT DEVELOPERS, (B) PRINTING AND DIGITAL ADVERTISING COSTS FOR EVENT BROCHURES, SIGNS AND WAY FINDERS, (C) HOSPITALITY AND HONORARIA, (D) EVENT VOLUNTEER APPAREL, (E) DESIGN, BRANDING, MARKETING AND CONSULTANT AGENCY FEES, (F) DIGITAL APP SOFTWARE (G) BUS AND VENUE COSTS, (H) ASSOCIATION CHAPTER FEES, AND (I) MODERNISM WEEK EVENT TICKETS. A FEW EVENTS AT THE 2023 EVENT WERE HOPS + HISTORY IN THE ARTS DISTRICT, PARADISE PALMS NEIGHBORHOOD TOUR, MID MOD MADNESS TOUR, AND THE VINTAGE VEGAS HOME TOUR.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Name Not Listed President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $79,349 |
Name Not Listed Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Vice-President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Director (partial Year) | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Name Not Listed Director | Trustee | 1 | $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 | $1,781,893 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,781,893 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $146,758 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $20,807 |
| 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 | $1,949,458 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,734,220 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $2,300 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,102 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $3,990 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $12,605 |
| Office expenses | $0 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $23,742 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,931,645 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $6,590,512 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $470,825 |
| 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 | $7,061,337 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $465,729 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $465,729 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $6,595,608 |
| 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 | $7,061,337 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Commission For The Las Vegas Centennial has awarded $1,729,220 in support to 17 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
NEVADA PRESERVATION FOUNDATION PURPOSE: Costs associated with aiding in the establishment of a Revolving Fund Program. The program aims to rehabilitate and restore historic single-family and small, multi-family dwellings in Las Vegas's historic neighborhoods. Centennial Commission funding was awarded for the production of a feasibility study, a business development plan, as well as associated staff costs for the project. The project's plan focuses on restoring structures within the Historic Westside. | $28,569 |
UNIVERSITY OF NEVADA LAS VEGAS PURPOSE: Costs associated with an oral history project to document the history of the AAPI community in Las Vegas. | $14,923 |
CITY OF LAS VEGAS PURPOSE: Costs associated with digitizing historical material stored at the city's Archives and Records Center (ARC). | $70,276 |
THE CITY OF LAS VEGAS THE EARLY YEARS (1940S & 1950S) BOYD PRODUCTIONS PURPOSE: Costs associated with producing Part 4 and Part 5 of the documentary film series "The City of Las Vegas." | $164,229 |
JUNIOR LEAGUE OF LAS VEGAS MINI GRANTS PURPOSE: Funding granted for mini grants to assist teachers or schools in Clark County to present Las Vegas history in innovative ways. | $14,762 |
LAS VEGAS DAYS RODEO 2022 PLAZA HOTEL PURPOSE: Costs associated with the production of the 2022 Las Vegas Days Rodeo. | $200,000 |