Houston Fire Museum Inc
Hfm presents exhibits that are tangible expressions of the history of the houston fire services. Our goal is to entertain, educate and allow visitors to discover their own …
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Mission
Hfm presents exhibits that are tangible expressions of the history of the houston fire services. Our goal is to entertain, educate and allow visitors to discover their own role in fire safety and prevention.
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Houston Fire Museum Inc has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar holds 5 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2024. See the filings
- GiveRadar's profile for Houston Fire Museum Inc draws on its financial disclosures and its governance, in line with the typical arts & culture charities in the United States it tracks. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- third-party accreditation
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyHouston Fire Museum Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Houston, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1980 and has been operating for 46 years. Its EIN is 760180163. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 67/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $727K in annual revenue. 43 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Houston Fire Museum Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 760180163. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Houston Fire Museum Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 67 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Houston Fire Museum Inc is located in Houston, TX, United States. The organization was established in 1980 and has been active for 46 years.
Based on official tax filings, Houston Fire Museum Inc has $727K in annual revenue. It allocates 63% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Houston Fire Museum Inc is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $727K in annual revenue. The organization has 43 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Houston Fire Museum Inc. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Houston Fire Museum Inc holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 63% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Visit the beautifully restored Houston Fire Museum, housed in HFD Houston Fire Museum Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1980.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 63% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $727K is comparable to the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Houston Fire Museum Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Houston Fire Museum Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 760180163, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
HOUSTON FIRE MUSEUM INC is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
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Leadership
From FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (15)
Source: Public filings
15 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 43 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 43 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1980
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Houston Fire Museum Inc
- What is Houston Fire Museum Inc?
- Houston Fire Museum Inc is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Houston, United States. Visit the beautifully restored Houston Fire Museum, housed in HFD
- When was Houston Fire Museum Inc founded?
- Houston Fire Museum Inc was founded in 1980.
- Who leads Houston Fire Museum Inc?
- Thomas Mcdonald serves as President.
- Where is Houston Fire Museum Inc located?
- Headquartered in Houston, TX, United States.
- What is Houston Fire Museum Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 63% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Houston Fire Museum Inc trustworthy?
- Houston Fire Museum Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 67 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Houston Fire Museum Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 760180163.
- What is Houston Fire Museum Inc's website?
- http://www.houstonfiremuseum.org