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American College of the Building Arts

American College of the Building Arts

Charleston, SC
Tax ID57-1075250

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About this organization

Revenue

$3,017,879

Expenses

$2,393,865

Mission

The American College of the Building Arts educates and trains artisans in the traditional building arts to foster exceptional craftsmanship and encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the worlds architectural heritage through a liberal arts education.

About

The American College of the Building Arts (hereinafter 'ACBA- or 'the college') educates and trains artisans in the traditional building arts to foster exceptional craftsmanship and encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the world's architectural heritage through a liberal arts and sciences education. ACBA is a liberal arts & sciences institution is licensed to offer both associate's (A. A. S.) and bachelor's (B. A. S.) degrees. As a liberal arts & sciences institution, ACBA integrates general education and the craft specializations curricula, in order to produce the best educated and trained building artisans possible. The college seeks applicants who have a passion for the building arts, and have both the skill and academic background to succeed in the program. A diverse student body is sought from a national pool of candidates. The college is student-focused and provides a community in which the students can engage in creative and intellectual inquiry. In September 2018, ACBA earned national accreditation from the accrediting commission of career schools and colleges.

Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing

The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “The american college of the building arts (hereinafter "acba- or "the college") educates and trains artisans in the traditional building arts to foster exceptional craftsmanship and encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the world's architectural heritage through a liberal arts and sciences education.”.

When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “The american college of the building arts educates and trains artisans in the traditional building arts to foster exceptional craftsmanship and encourage the preservation, enrichment, and understanding of the worlds architectural heritage through a liberal arts education.”.

  • The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as SC.
  • The non-profit's address in 2019 is noted in the filing as 649 MEETING STREET, CHARLESTON, SC, 29403.
  • The non-profit's form for 2019 reports a total of 35 employees.
  • The non-profit has outstanding loans as of 2019.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Operates a school.
  • Does not collect art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue less expenses is $624,014.
  • The salary policy for the CEO of the organization is established through a review and approval by an impartial party.
  • The organization has 14 independent voting members.
  • The organization was formed in 1999.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization pays $1,010,093 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $131,028 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization pays grants to individuals.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.

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