EIN 57-0422620

Meher Spiritual Center

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
31
Year formed
1959
Most recent tax filings
2022-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Meher Spiritual Center is a spiritual retreat located in Myrtle Beach, SC. The center is dedicated to the teachings of the late Meher Baba and operates as a nonsectarian retreat. Every year, approximately 3,000 visitors come to the center for rest, contemplation, and renewal of the spiritual life. They typically stay for up to two weeks in simple accommodations on the grounds.
Total revenues
$3,223,285
2022
Total expenses
$2,010,455
2022
Total assets
$17,963,949
2022
Num. employees
31
2022

Program areas at Meher Spiritual Center

The Center operates a nonsectarian Spiritual retreat dedicated to the teachings of the late Meher baba. Approximately 3,000 overnight visitors annually come to the Center for rest, contemplation and renewal of the Spiritual life. They stay for up to two weeks in simple rustic cabins, surrounded by the tranquil natural beauty of the environment. A library and meeting room are maintained and devotional programs are offered. In 2022, there where 11,390 day visitors who enjoyed the Center's atmosphere and participated in day and evening activities. Normally over 20,000 day visitors participate. A youth retreat program is offered annually for one week in the summer, involving approximately 55 high school students and 60 young adults, along with 25 staff providing a wide range of devotional and creative activities. Funding was provided for emergency aid to 25 needy families, and contributions that support other service programs in the myrtle beach community.

Grants made by Meher Spiritual Center

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Phoenix RenaissanceAssistance To the Racepath Community, A Crime Prone and Needy Area of Myrtle Beach, SC$36,698

Who funds Meher Spiritual Center

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift FundFor Grant Recipient's Exempt Purposes$62,185
Vanguard Charitable Endowment ProgramFor Recipient's Exempt Purpose$43,500
Avatar Meher Baba FoundationOperating Expenses$30,000
...and 5 more grants received

Personnel at Meher Spiritual Center

NameTitleCompensation
Edward H ConnorExecutive Director$81,718
Andy LesnikTreasurer and Director$0
Ananda JonesBoard Member$0
Johanna Gard'NerSecretary and Director$0
Anna Lena Phillips BellSecretary / Director$0
...and 5 more key personnel

Financials for Meher Spiritual Center

RevenuesFYE 12/2022
Total grants, contributions, etc.$1,882,272
Program services$188,793
Investment income and dividends$603,174
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$46,723
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$372,565
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$129,758
Total revenues$3,223,285

Form 990s for Meher Spiritual Center

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2022-122023-10-26990View PDF
2021-122022-10-20990View PDF
2020-122021-10-05990View PDF
2019-122021-02-17990View PDF
2018-122020-01-14990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s

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Data update history
January 2, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $7,000 from United Charitable
November 27, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
September 22, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
September 18, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
July 14, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Charities
Issues
Religion
Characteristics
ReligiousBuddhistState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donations
General information
Address
10200 N Kings Hwy
Myrtle Beach, SC 29572
Metro area
Myrtle Beach-Conway-North Myrtle Beach, SC-NC
Website URL
mehercenter.org/board-of-directors/ 
Phone
(843) 272-8793
IRS details
EIN
57-0422620
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1959
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
X50: Buddhist
NAICS code, primary
813110: Religious Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
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