Preservation Austin

Organization Overview

Preservation Austin is located in Austin, TX. The organization was established in 1955. According to its NTEE Classification (A80) the organization is classified as: Historical Organizations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 08/2023, Preservation Austin employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Preservation Austin 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 08/2023, Preservation Austin generated $557.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.7% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $592.1k during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 10.7% 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.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

TO EMPOWER AUSTINITES TO SHAPE A MORE INCLUSIVE, RESILIENT, AND MEANINGFUL COMMUNITY CULTURE.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

ANNUAL PROGRAMMING CULTIVATES COMMUNITY SUPPORT FOR PRESERVING AUSTIN'S HISTORIC LANDMARKS, NEIGHBORHOODS, CULTURAL LANDSCAPES, AND LEGACY BUSINESSES. OUR SPRING HOMES TOUR SHOWCASES 21ST CENTURY LIVING IN HISTORIC SPACES; THE PRESERVATION MERIT AWARDS PROGRAM CELEBRATES THE ADVOCATES SAVING, RESTORING, AND INTERPRETING OUR CITY'S HERITAGE; AND LECTURES AND TOURS ENGAGE AUSTINITES IN DIVERSE ASPECTS OF CULTURAL AND ARCHITECTURAL HISTORY.


ADVOCACY FOCUSES ON EDUCATING OUR COMMUNITY ABOUT POLICY ISSUES WITH BROAD IMPLICATIONS FOR HISTORIC RESOURCES AT EVERY LEVEL OF GOVERNMENT. THIS INCLUDES SUPPORTING PUBLIC FUNDING FOR HISTORIC RESOURCE SURVEYS AND HERITAGE GRANTS; PROVIDING TECHNICAL SUPPORT FOR HISTORIC ZONING EFFORTS; SITE-SPECIFIC ADVOCACY TO ENCOURAGE PRESERVATION OF THREATENED BUILDINGS; AND MORE.


TANGIBLE IMPACTS ON OUR CITY INCLUDE PRESERVATION AUSTIN'S MATCHING GRANT PROGRAM FOR EDUCATION, BRICKS AND MORTAR, AND PLANNING/HISTORIC RESOURCE SURVEY/LOCAL HISTORIC DESIGNATION PROJECTS. WE MANAGE A PORTFOLIO OF 23 PRESERVATION COVENANTS, WORKING WITH PROPERTY OWNERS TO ENSURE CAREFUL STEWARDSHIP OF THEIR PIECE OF AUSTIN HISTORY. OUR NONPROFIT PURCHASED THE STREAMLINE MODERNE MCFARLAND HOUSE IN 2019 AND IS WORKING TO COMPLETE REHABILITATION OF THIS NATIONAL REGISTER-LISTED CITY OF AUSTIN LANDMARK FOR OUR ORGANIZATION'S OFFICES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Lindsey Derrington
Executive Di
$75,620
Clayton Bullock
Imm Past Pre
$0
Linda Y Jackson
President
$0
Melissa Barry
President-El
$0
Elisha Perez
Vice Preside
$0
Emily Reed
Vice Preside
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$136,679
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $28,799
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$292,083
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $4,931
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$457,561
Total Program Service Revenue$73,685
Investment income $17,442
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $0
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $8,696
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $557,384

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Preservation Austin has awarded $16,000 in support to 2 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

CISCO RESTURANT

PURPOSE: RESTORATION

$8,500

TEXAS HISTORICAL COMMISSION

PURPOSE: RESTORATION

$7,500
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Preservation Austin
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$557,384

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