EIN 31-0585917

Dayton Society of Natural History

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
107
City
State
Year formed
1952
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
Description
To be the premier regional provider of interactive science learning experiences which enrich the lives of children and adults, enhance the quality of life in our community, and promote a broad understanding of the world.
Also known as...
Boonshoft Museum of Discovery
Total revenues
$5,113,992
2022
Total expenses
$4,412,377
2022
Total assets
$18,633,500
2022
Num. employees
107
2022

Program areas at Dayton Society of Natural History

The Dayton Society of Natural History creates and provides meaningful and entertaining learning experiences for curious minds to engage with Natural History, science, and nature while honoring and preserving collections for future generations. Dsnh's operation of the boonshoft museum of discovery and sunwatch indian village/archaeological park provided interactive learning experiences for about 152,081 visitors, educating and enlightening them about the wonders of the world through science. In 2022 the boonshoft museum of discovery had 174,283 member and guest visits; 12,637 school children visited the museum; the exhibits-to-go program reached 37,352; and 6,218 visited sunwatch indian village/archaeological park.

Who funds Dayton Society of Natural History

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Dayton FoundationGeneral Support and Various Projects$166,589
Kettering Family FoundationSpecial Program/project$125,000
The Berry Family FoundationSocial/human Services$50,000
...and 7 more grants received

Personnel at Dayton Society of Natural History

NameTitleCompensation
Tracey TommePresident and Chief Executive Officer$180,516
Michael WestendorfChief Financial Officer$101,318
Cheryl EnnisTreasurer$0
Jason TrimbachVice Chair$0
K Richard B NiehoffSecretary$0
...and 5 more key personnel

Financials for Dayton Society of Natural History

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$2,716,484
Program services$1,376,834
Investment income and dividends$343,365
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$567,227
Net income from fundraising events$-41,276
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$128,978
Miscellaneous revenues$22,380
Total revenues$5,113,992

Form 990s for Dayton Society of Natural History

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2022-122023-10-24990View PDF
2021-122022-11-03990View PDF
2020-122021-10-28990View PDF
2019-122021-03-01990View PDF
2018-122019-12-11990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s
Data update history
December 5, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 4, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
November 26, 2023
Received grants
Identified 12 new grant, including a grant for $166,589 from The Dayton Foundation
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 8, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanitiesCommunity improvementBusiness and industry
Characteristics
Political advocacyLobbyingFundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportTax deductible donations
General information
Address
2600 Deweese Pkwy
Dayton, OH 45414
Metro area
Dayton-Kettering, OH
County
Montgomery County, OH
Website URL
boonshoft.org/ 
Phone
(937) 275-7431
Facebook page
BoonshoftMuseum 
Twitter profile
@boonshoftmuseum 
IRS details
EIN
31-0585917
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1952
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A03: Arts, Culture and Humanities Professional Societies and Associations
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Independent
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