Museum of Discovery and Science, Inc.
Museum of Discovery and Science, Inc.
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About this organization
Mission
The mission of the Museum of Discovery and Science is connecting people to inspiring science. MODS fulfills its mission by delivering programming through four major educational content pillars: Early Childhood Education, Environmental Sustainability, Health & Wellness and Physical Science.
About
Collections and exhibits-interactive hands-on exhibits in the areas of ecology, health, space and technology used to increase appreciation of science in adults and children. 225,089 served
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's mission, as described in the filing, is “To provide experiential pathways to life-long learning in science for children and adults through exhibits, programs, and films.”.
When describing its duties, they were characterized as: “Connecting people to inspiring science by bringing the community together, creating engaging science experiences and highlighting innovations in stem.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal regulations by reporting their state of operation as FL.
- The filing shows that the non-profit's address as of 2020 is 401 SW 2ND STREET, FORT LAUDERDALE, FL, 33312.
- As of 2020, the non-profit has reported a total of 196 employees on their form.
- 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 greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$2,292,258.
- The compensation of the CEO of the organization is subject to review and approval by an independent body.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 30 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1976.
- 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 J.
- The organization is required to file Schedule O.
- The organization pays $3,749,002 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $1,003,175 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.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.
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