Explorationworks Inc

Organization Overview

Explorationworks Inc, operating under the name Explorationworks, is located in Helena, MT. The organization was established in 2002. According to its NTEE Classification (P99) the organization is classified as: Human Services N.E.C., under the broad grouping of Human Services and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Explorationworks employed 36 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Explorationworks 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, Explorationworks generated $753.4k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $789.2k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 2.9% per year over the past 6 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 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2021

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

EXPLORATIONWORKS IGNITES A LIFELONG LOVE FOR SCIENCE TO ENRICH MONTANA'S FUTURE. WITH THE FUTURE CLOSELY TIED TO STEM (SCIENCE, MATH, TECHNOLOGY AND ENGINEERING), EXPLORATION WORKS HELPS CHILDREN AS YOUNG AS 2 BEGIN PREPARING FOR STEM CAREERS (IF THEY SO CHOOSE) AND HELPS CHILDREN AND ADULTS OF ALL AGES BE COMFORTABLE WITH SCIENCE IN THEIR DAILY LIVES. OUR ENGAGING EXHIBITS, EXCEPTIONAL PROGRAMS AND ENDURING PARTNERSHIPS ARE DESIGNED TO MEET THE NEEDS OF LEWIS AND CLARK, BROADWATER AND JEFFERSON COUNTY KIDS AND FAMILIES, IN 3 EDUCATIONAL AREAS: EARLY CHILDHOOD, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AND MAKING HEALTHY LIVING CHOICES. TYPICALLY WELCOMING ABOUT 38,000 PEOPLE OF ALL AGES EACH YEAR, MORE THAN 700 YOUTH PARTICIPATE IN OUR SUMMER CAMP AND AFTER SCHOOL CLASSES. CAMP AND CLASS SCHOLARSHIPS AND FREE ADMISSION DAYS ENSURE ACCESS FOR ALL, REGARDLESS OF ECONOMIC CIRCUMSTANCE.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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STEM (SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, MATH AND ENGINEERING) EXHIBITS, FIELD TRIPS, AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS, PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS AND SUMMER CAMPS FOR KIDS OF ALL AGES, GROUNDED IN EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE, TO IGNITE A LIFELONG LOVE FOR SCIENCE TO ENRICH MONTANA'S FUTURE.


DUE TO THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC, EXPLORATIONWORKS WAS CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC STARTING MARCH 2020 THROUGH APRIL 2021. DURING THE CLOSURE, THE ORGANIZATION TEMPORARILY TRANSITIONED INTO A CHILDCARE FACILITY FOR ST. PETER'S HEALTH EMPLOYEES WHILE SCHOOL WAS PARTIALLY REMOTE.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Kelly Posewitz
Executive Director
$110,031
Elizabeth Gundersen MD
Secretary
$0
Angela Murdo
Treasurer
$0
Brett Clark
Chair
$0
Katie Steiner
Vice Chair
$0
Jeff Downhour
Director
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$1,157
Membership dues$65,665
Fundraising events$55,963
Related organizations$0
Government grants $74,298
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$301,022
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $500
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$498,105
Total Program Service Revenue$247,263
Investment income $81
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $17,500
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$8,527
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$1,059
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $753,363

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Explorationworks Inc has recieved totaling $73,480.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
C Stone Foundation

San Antonio, TX

PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSE

$30,000
American Online Giving Foundation Inc

Newark, DE

PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT

$19,900
Association Of Science-Technology Centers Incorporated

Washington, DC

PURPOSE: COMMUNITIES FOR IMMUNITY VACCINE CONFIDENCE PROGRAM GRANT AWARD

$10,063
St Peters Health

Helena, MT

PURPOSE: Sponsorship

$6,500
Merlin Foundation Inc

Missoula, MT

PURPOSE: SUPPORT MONTANA CHILDREN WITH HANDS ON EXPERIENCE FOR STEM KNOWLEDGE

$4,000
Speyer Family Foundation

Pittsburgh, PA

PURPOSE: TO FURTHER THE EXEMPT ACTIVITIES OF THE CHARITY.

$2,000
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Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$22,112
Earnings-$1,307
Admin Expense$282
Net Contributions$717
Ending Balance$21,240

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