Quest Science Center
- Assets
- $201.6k
- Revenue
- $503.9k
- Investments
- $70.2k
- Employees
- 9
- Location
- Livermore, CA
- Founding
- 06/2018
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 82-4865787
Organization Overview
Quest Science Center is located in Livermore, CA. The organization was established in 2018. According to its NTEE Classification (U20) the organization is classified as: General Science, under the broad grouping of Science & Technology and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Quest Science Center employed 9 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Quest Science Center 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, Quest Science Center generated $503.9k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 38.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $506.5k during the year ending 12/2021. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO INSPIRE & NURTURE EVERYDAY EXPLORATION FOR LIFELONG ENGAGEMENT WITH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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SCIENCE IN THE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND PROGRAMMING - QUEST PREPARED THE QUEST PLAZA AT STOCKMAN'S PARK LOCATION AND PROGRAMMED SIX HANDS-ON PROGRAMS FOR KIDS, TEENS, AND ADULTS FROM JUNE-OCTOBER. THESE PROGRAMS WERE WELL ATTENDED, ATTRACTING 200-400+ KIDS AND ADULTS. PROGRAMS WERE: SCIENCE OF BUBBLES, SCIENCE OF PERCEPTION, SCIENCE OF MUSIC, SCIENCE OF WATER, SCIENCE OF ENGINEERING, AND SCIENCE OF COFFEE.
EDUCATION PROGRAMMING - QUEST DEVELOPED AND PROGRAMMED SEVERAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, INCLUDING A SUMMER CAMP WITH OVER 100 STUDENTS, A GREEN ENGINEERING ACADEMY AT A LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL, SCIENCE PROGRAMS FOR A BOYS & GIRLS CLUB, A COMPUTER GENERATED ART EXHIBITION, A "PHYSICS OF PHONES" PROGRAM PROVIDED AREA HIGH SCHOOLS, AND AN ON-LINE SPEAKER SERIES.
TRI-VALLEY INNOVATION FAIR - QUEST PLANNED AND DEVELOPED THE 4TH ANNUAL TRI-VALLEY INNOVATION FAIR TO BE HELD AT THE ALAMEDA COUNTY FAIRGROUNDS. THIS EVENT WILL CONNECT EVERYONE TO THE EXCITEMENT OF SCIENCE, ENGINEERING, AND TECHNOLOGY, AND SHOWCASE INNOVATIVE REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. THE EVENT SCHEDULED FOR 2021 NEEDED TO BE POSTPONED TO 2022 DUE TO THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Caleb Cheung Chief Learning Officer | Officer | 40 | $138,217 |
Katherine Young COO | Officer | 20 | $42,739 |
Alan Burnham Director, CFO | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Vaughn Draggoo Director, Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Monya Lane Director, CEO | OfficerTrustee | 30 | $0 |
Robert Bryant CFO | Officer | 20 | $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 | $481,807 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $45,227 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $481,807 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $20,080 |
| Investment income | $553 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$284 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $503,856 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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. | $180,956 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $41,402 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $14,775 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $4,000 |
| Payroll taxes | $16,445 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,285 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $17,306 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $6,006 |
| Advertising and promotion | $28,076 |
| 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 | $3,660 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $506,549 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $0 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $128,148 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,300 |
| 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 | $70,175 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $201,623 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $17,147 |
| 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 | $17,147 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $106,945 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $77,531 |
| 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 | $201,623 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Quest Science Center has recieved totaling $15,020.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Community Health And Education Foundation Livermore, CA | | $15,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $20 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Public Library Of Science San Francisco, CA | $24,530,446 | $38,139,699 |
Alfred E Mann Foundation For Scientific Research Santa Clarita, CA | $374,343,975 | $128,538,828 |
Oak Crest Institute Of Science Monrovia, CA | $4,897,984 | $4,671,335 |
Oregon Community Programs Eugene, OR | $4,423,506 | $4,611,357 |
Mind Research Inc Irvine, CA | $3,941,316 | $4,172,778 |
Chabot Space & Science Center Foundation Oakland, CA | $6,788,703 | $6,494,123 |
Society For The Advancement Of Material & Process Engineering Diamond Bar, CA | $8,577,702 | $1,437,457 |
Technovation Menlo Park, CA | $3,118,299 | $3,683,772 |
Foundation For Animal Care Andeducation San Diego, CA | $1,478,690 | $1,368,884 |
The Jupiter Research Foundation Los Altos, CA | $436,660 | $882,871 |
Buckminster Fuller Institute San Francisco, CA | $680,672 | $1,086,568 |
Decentralized Trails & Research All San Diego, CA | $2,135,392 | $2,240,290 |