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.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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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.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Kelly Posewitz Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $110,031 |
Elizabeth Gundersen MD Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Angela Murdo Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Brett Clark Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Katie Steiner Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jeff Downhour Director | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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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 |
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. | $5,231 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $110,030 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $29,749 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $302,859 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $1,280 |
Payroll taxes | $41,096 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $27,365 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $54,789 |
Advertising and promotion | $15,326 |
Office expenses | $15,129 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $24,358 |
Travel | $374 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $151 |
Interest | $11,404 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $68,487 |
Insurance | $13,038 |
All other expenses | $416 |
Total functional expenses | $789,243 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $195,687 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $10,000 |
Accounts receivable, net | $16,480 |
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 | $10,147 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,420,894 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,653,208 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $32,092 |
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 | $32,092 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,617,401 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $3,715 |
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 | $1,653,208 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 8 grants that Explorationworks Inc has recieved totaling $73,480.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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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 |
Beg. Balance | $22,112 |
Earnings | -$1,307 |
Admin Expense | $282 |
Net Contributions | $717 |
Ending Balance | $21,240 |
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