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EIN 37-1451508

The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
10
City
Frankfort
State
Michigan
Year formed
2002
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
A54: History Museums
Description
The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse preserve maritime history, engage the community through educational programs, and welcome visitors to explore the historic site.
Also known as...
Lighthouse
Total revenues
$670,963
2023
Total expenses
$477,710
2023
Total assets
$4,608,655
2023
Num. employees
10
2023

Program areas at The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

Education of The community is provided in The history of Point Betsie Lighthouse, other lighthouses, The maritime life saving service and The ecology of The area. Tours were conducted during The season for an estimated 8,000 people. Funds were collected to support operations and maintenance and to assist in future restoration projects.
Light house maintenance and renovation expenses in order to keep The light house in good operating condition and to accommodate visitors throughout The open season (memorial day - mid- october)

Who funds The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Herbert H and Barbara C Dow FoundationCapital Improvement Projects$50,000
Grand Traverse Regional Community FoundationArts, Culture$23,170
Albert M and Lyda M Green FoundationGeneral$3,000
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

NameTitleCompensation
Jeff DeanExecutive Director
Helena BrozofskyGift Shop Manager
Grant PorteousPresident$0
Gayle BrownVice President$0
Laura ReznichTreasurer$0
...and 6 more key personnel

Financials for The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$461,959
Program services$0
Investment income and dividends$4,284
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$150,188
Miscellaneous revenues$54,532
Total revenues$670,963

Form 990s for The Friends of Point Betsie Lighthouse

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-07-17990View PDF
2022-122024-06-24990View PDF
2021-122024-06-24990View PDF
2020-122021-09-29990View PDF
2019-122020-08-10990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s
Data update history
November 25, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
November 4, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
September 21, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $3,000 from Albert M and Lyda M Green Foundation
September 1, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
August 31, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Receives government fundingCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
PO Box 601
Frankfort, MI 49635
County
Benzie County, MI
Website URL
pointbetsie.org/ 
Phone
(231) 882-9032
IRS details
EIN
37-1451508
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2002
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A54: History Museums
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Independent
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