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EIN 68-0521788

Altapass Foundation

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
27
City
Spruce Pine
State
North Carolina
Year formed
2006
Most recent tax filings
2024-12-01
NTEE code, primary
A80: Historical Societies, Historical Preservation
Description
The Altapass Foundation preserves area history and heritage, including land, nature, and agriculture through its mission. The farm operates the orchard to preserve heritage apples in the area while educating the public about local tradition. The cultural heritage program offers over 150 artists, craftsmen, storytellers, musicians, and others who perform and educate about local history.
Total revenues
$466,748
2024
Total expenses
$698,455
2024
Total assets
$3,550,224
2024
Num. employees
27
2024

Program areas at Altapass Foundation

Orchard operates a farm preserving heritage apples in the area to learn about local tradition. The cultural heritage program includes artists, craftsmen, storytellers, musicians and others who perform and eduate public as to local history. Over 150 performances are held annually for the benefit of tourists, locals, and school children.

Who funds Altapass Foundation

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Blue Ridge National Heritage AreaCherokee Exhibit$12,820
Samara FundGeneral Charitable Purposes$3,000
Alex and Barbara Wilson Charitable FoundationUnrestricted Charitable Gift$3,000

Financials for Altapass Foundation

RevenuesFYE 12/2024
Total grants, contributions, etc.$140,905
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$50,700
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$24,171
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$197,393
Miscellaneous revenues$53,579
Total revenues$466,748

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Data update history
July 5, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2024
May 28, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $3,000 from Samara Fund
January 7, 2025
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $3,000 from Alex and Barbara Wilson Charitable Foundation
August 4, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
December 30, 2023
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $3,000 from Alex and Barbara Wilson Charitable Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanitiesEnvironmentHistory
Characteristics
Conservation easementReceives government fundingTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1025 Orchard Rd
Spruce Pine, NC 28777
County
McDowell County, NC
Website URL
altapassorchard.org/ 
Phone
(828) 765-9531
IRS details
EIN
68-0521788
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2006
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A80: Historical Societies, Historical Preservation
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Independent
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