Peoria Historical Society
PRESERVE THE HISTORY OF CENTRAL ILLINOS AND TO PROMOTE THIS HISTORY THROUGH EDUCATION
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Welcome to the Peoria Historical Society, where we are dedicated to preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of Peoria, Illinois. Our mission is to collect, protect, and share the stories, artifacts, and traditions that have shaped our vibrant community. Whether you are a lifelong resident, a history enthusiast, or a curious visitor, we invite you to explore our archives, participate in our events, and experience the stories that connect the past to the present. Discover Peoria's u
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Mission
Preserve the history of central illinos and to promote this history through education
Focus areas & reach
· What they work on and whereHow it stacks up against peers
· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2023 · IRS 990 (FY2023)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Peoria Historical Society has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- Established in 1934, it is among the oldest arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 71% of the 133,127 arts & culture charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (4 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyPeoria Historical Society is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Peoria, IL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1934 and has been operating for 92 years. Its EIN is 376041637. 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 69/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $258K in annual revenue. 82 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Peoria Historical Society's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 376041637. 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.
Peoria Historical Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69/100. 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 69 ('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.
Peoria Historical Society is located in Peoria, IL, United States. The organization was established in 1934 and has been active for 92 years. Its registered address is 611 SW Washington Steet Duns 604 60, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Peoria Historical Society has $258K in annual revenue. It allocates 55% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Peoria Historical Society is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $258K in annual revenue. The organization has 82 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Peoria Historical Society. 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, Peoria Historical Society 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 55% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. 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.
Welcome to the Peoria Historical Society, where we are dedicated to preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of Peoria, Illinois. Our mission is to collect, protect, and share the stories, artifacts, and traditions that have shaped our vibrant community. Whether you are a lifelong resident, a history enthusiast, or a curious visitor, we invite you to explore our archives, participate in our events, and experience the stories that connect the past to the present. Discover Peoria's u Peoria Historical Society is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1934.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 55% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $258K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Peoria Historical Society are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Peoria Historical Society is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 376041637, 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
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): 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.
PEORIA HISTORICAL SOCIETY 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (25)
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25 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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 82 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 · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 82 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 · 1934
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Peoria Historical Society
- What is Peoria Historical Society?
- Peoria Historical Society is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Peoria, United States. Welcome to the Peoria Historical Society, where we are dedicated to preserving the rich history and cultural heritage of Peoria, Illinois. Our mission is to collect, protect, and share the stories, artifacts, and traditions that have shaped our vibrant community. Whether you are a lifelong resident, a history enthusiast, or a curious visitor, we invite you to explore our archives, participate in our events, and experience the stories that connect the past to the present. Discover Peoria's u
- When was Peoria Historical Society founded?
- Peoria Historical Society was founded in 1934.
- Who leads Peoria Historical Society?
- Clayton Hill serves as PRESIDENT.
- Where is Peoria Historical Society located?
- Headquartered in Peoria, IL, United States.
- What is Peoria Historical Society's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 55% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Peoria Historical Society trustworthy?
- Peoria Historical Society has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 69 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 Peoria Historical Society's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 376041637.
- What is Peoria Historical Society's website?
- https://www.peoriahistoricalsociety.org