The Appleton Cultural Center Inc
The corporation is operated exclusively as a sponsoring organization under 265.603, fla. Stat. (2006) and a direct support organization organized under 1004.70, fla. Stat. (2006). As such, the …
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The Appleton Museum of Art is home to more than 24,000 objects with exhibitions and programs for visitors of all ages and interests. Visit us today.
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Mission
The corporation is operated exclusively as a sponsoring organization under 265.603, fla. Stat. (2006) and a direct support organization organized under 1004.70, fla. Stat. (2006). As such, the corporation is organized and operated by the district board of trustees of the college of central florida. The corporation receives, holds, invests and administers property, makes expenditures, and conducts, creates, produces or sponsors cultural exhibits, performances or events for the benefit of the appleton museum of art, such purposes being also within the meaning of 501(c)(3) of the internal revenue code of 1954 as subsequently amended.
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GiveRadar's verified records show The Appleton Cultural Center Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It is one of the better-documented arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all similar organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all similar organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
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- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyThe Appleton Cultural Center Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Ocala, FL, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1982 and has been operating for 44 years. Its EIN is 592242706. 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 76/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $32K in annual revenue. 28 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
The Appleton Cultural Center Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 592242706. 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.
The Appleton Cultural Center Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76/100. 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 76 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 100% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
The Appleton Cultural Center Inc is located in Ocala, FL, United States. The organization was established in 1982 and has been active for 44 years.
Based on official tax filings, The Appleton Cultural Center Inc has $32K in annual revenue. It allocates 100% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 77% 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.
The Appleton Cultural Center Inc is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as an Organization for public safety testing (509(a)(4)). By size, it is categorized as a micro organization. It has $32K in annual revenue. The organization has 28 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for The Appleton Cultural Center Inc. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, The Appleton Cultural Center 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 100% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 77%). 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.
The Appleton Museum of Art is home to more than 24,000 objects with exhibitions and programs for visitors of all ages and interests. Visit us today. The Appleton Cultural Center Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1982.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 100% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 77%. Its annual revenue of $32K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to The Appleton Cultural Center Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. The Appleton Cultural Center Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 592242706, 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.
THE APPLETON CULTURAL CENTER 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (8)
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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 - 28 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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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 · 28 officers on file
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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 · 1982
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about The Appleton Cultural Center Inc
- What is The Appleton Cultural Center Inc?
- The Appleton Cultural Center Inc is a arts & culture organization for public safety testing (509(a)(4)) based in Ocala, United States. The Appleton Museum of Art is home to more than 24,000 objects with exhibitions and programs for visitors of all ages and interests. Visit us today.
- When was The Appleton Cultural Center Inc founded?
- The Appleton Cultural Center Inc was founded in 1982.
- Who leads The Appleton Cultural Center Inc?
- Charles Prince serves as Sec/Treas.
- Where is The Appleton Cultural Center Inc located?
- Headquartered in Ocala, FL, United States.
- What is The Appleton Cultural Center Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10K-$100K. 100% of expenses go to program services.
- Is The Appleton Cultural Center Inc trustworthy?
- The Appleton Cultural Center Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 76 out of 100 (Strong 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 The Appleton Cultural Center Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 592242706.
- What is The Appleton Cultural Center Inc's website?
- http://www.appletonmuseum.org