Lynden Heritage Foundation

Organization Overview

Lynden Heritage Foundation is located in Lynden, WA. The organization was established in 1982. According to its NTEE Classification (A54) the organization is classified as: History Museums, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Lynden Heritage Foundation employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lynden Heritage Foundation 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 12/2023, Lynden Heritage Foundation generated $208.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 10.6% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $187.4k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 7.4% 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

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

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THE LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION EXISTS TO PROVIDE WHATCOM COUNTY COMMUNITIES WITH A SENSE OF IDENTITY AND ENHANCE LOCAL REVENUE THROUGH HERITAGE TOURISM. THE LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION WILL ACHIEVE THESE GOALS BY SUPPORTING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, CREATING EXHIBITS, AND PRESENTATIONS, AND PRESERVING HERITAGE COLLECTIONS CONCERNING WHATCOM COUNTY COMMUNITIES PRIOR TO WWII. THE PROGRAMS, EXHIBITS, PRESENTATIONS, AND COLLECTIONS WILL BE BASED AT THE LYNDEN PIONEER MUSEUM.THE LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION IS THE PREEMINENT CENTER OF HISTORY AND HERITAGE IN NORTHERN WHATCOM COUNTY. IT IS THE PLACE PEOPLE COME FIRST TO DISCOVER AND LINK THEMSELVES TO THE HERITAGE OF WHATCOM COUNTY COMMUNITIES. THE LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION WILL PROVIDE COUNTY COMMUNITIES WITH THE STRONGEST SENSE OF IDENTITY AND GREATEST PRIDE OF SELF FOR COMMUNITIES. THE LYNDEN HERITAGE FOUNDATION WILL BE THE SINGLE GREATEST FACTOR IN GIVING THE LEADERS OF TOMORROW THE SENSE OF SELF THAT ALLOWS THEM TO DEVELOP THE FUTURE AND THE

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
Amanda May
Director
$54,149
Les Gitts
Treasurer
$0
Kyle Strengholt
Trustee
$0
Denny Demeyer
Vice President
$0
Allison Remy
Secretary
$0
Gary Vis
Trustee
$0

Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$7,291
Fundraising events$0
Related organizations$0
Government grants $72,794
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$109,162
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$189,247
Total Program Service Revenue$0
Investment income $5,304
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $1,850
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $0
Net Income from Fundraising Events $13,647
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$1,261
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $208,787

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