Kids Discovery Museum

Interesting data from their 2019 990 filing

The non-profit's mission, as documented in the filing, is “The mission of kids discovery museum is to spark children's curiosity through play and experiential learning, opening young minds.”.

When explaining its purpose, the activities were described as: “Kids discovery museum operates a children's museum to provide educational and early childhood education to the general public including children, families, caretakers, and schools in kitsap county and beyond. the museum also provides a venue for a wide spectrum of volunteer opportunities. the museum had more than 37,000 visitors in 2018. school groups throughout kitsap and king counties participated in field trips that focused on steam activities, in addition to exploring the museum's hands-on exhibits. kids discovery museum also has an extensive access program providing free or reduced admission for under-served children and families.”.

• The non-profit is legally allowed to operate in the state of WA, as reported.
• The filing provides the non-profit's address in 2019 as 301 Ravine Lane, Bainbridge Island, WA, 98110.
• The non-profit has a total of 24 employees, as reported on their form for 2019.
• The non-profit has loans outstanding as of 2019.
• Does not operate a hospital.
• Does not operate 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 between $250,000 and $500,000.
• Revenue is between $250,000 and $500,000.
• Revenue less expenses is -$101,250.
• The CEO compensation strategy within the organization is determined through a review and approval process by a neutral party.
• The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
• The organization has 10 independent voting members.
• The organization was formed in 2003.
• 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 $290,202 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
• The organization pays $113,619 in fundraising expenses.
• The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
• The organization has minutes of its meetings.
• The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
• The organization has fundraising events.