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EIN 58-2287663

Destination Augusta

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(6)
Num. employees
24
City
Augusta
State
Georgia
Year formed
1996
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
S33: Visitors, Convention Bureau
Description
Augusta epitomizes the Classic South. Founded as a trading post during the British colonial period, the city showcases Antebellum mansions, hallowed historic sites, and quiet, tree-lined avenues perfect for relaxing strolls. While Augusta celebrates its colorful past, it is equally proud of its exciting present. Nestled on the banks of the mighty Savannah River, the Garden City is a blend of Southern charm and city fun. Arts and culture. Shopping and fine cuisine. Dynamic recreation. In no time at all, you’ll understand why Augusta is the best-kept secret along the Savannah River.
Also known as...
Augusta Convention and Visitors Bureau; Augusta Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau
Total revenues
$5,959,563
2023
Total expenses
$3,751,394
2023
Total assets
$7,684,888
2023
Num. employees
24
2023

Program areas at Destination Augusta

The organization provides services to augusta-richmond county to promote the growth and development of conventions, tourism, and special events in the Augusta, ga area.

Grants made by Destination Augusta

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Augusta Westobou FestivalTourism$0
Augusta Canal National Heritage AreaTourism$0
Greater Augusta Arts CouncilTourism$0
...and 9 more grants made

Who funds Destination Augusta

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River AreaCharitable Purpose$27,757
Rhodes Family FoundationCommunity Donation$20,000
Rhodes Family FoundationCommunity Donation$20,000

Personnel at Destination Augusta

NameTitleCompensation
Bennish BrownChief Executive Officer$197,157
Randall BlumbergTreasurer / Secretary / Board Member$0
Donald KingSecretary$0
Brandon HaddockVice Chair / Board Member$0
Krista WightPast Secretary and Treasurer / Board Member$0
...and 4 more key personnel

Financials for Destination Augusta

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$1,750,000
Program services$4,111,848
Investment income and dividends$67,572
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$0
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$30,143
Total revenues$5,959,563

Form 990s for Destination Augusta

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-19990View PDF
2022-122023-11-15990View PDF
2021-122022-11-15990View PDF
2020-122021-11-15990View PDF
2019-122021-06-24990View PDF
...and 9 more Form 990s

Organizations like Destination Augusta

OrganizationLocationRevenue
Visit AlbuquerqueAlbuquerque, NM$15,205,201
Visit Eau ClaireEau Claire, WI$2,598,769
Oregon Coast Visitors AssociationTillamook, OR$2,383,282
Visit Napa ValleyNapa, CA$9,780,442
Visit Frederick (TCFC)Frederick, MD$3,422,537
Visit Bucks County (VBC)Newtown, PA$6,785,070
Boulder Convention and Visitors BureauBoulder, CO$2,384,185
Discover Long IslandHauppauge, NY$3,530,042
Washington County Visitors AssociationBeaverton, OR$5,303,512
Oshkosh Convention and Visitors BureauOshkosh, WI$1,700,833
Data update history
January 22, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 11 new personnel
January 15, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 3, 2024
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $289,000 from The Community Foundation for the Central Savannah River Area
January 1, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
July 14, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsBusiness and community development organizationsConvention and visitors bureaus
Issues
Community improvementEconomic development
Characteristics
State / local levelReceives government funding
General information
Address
PO Box 1331
Augusta, GA 30903
Metro area
Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC
County
Columbia County, GA
Website URL
visitaugusta.com/ 
Phone
(706) 823-6600
Facebook page
visitaugusta 
Twitter profile
@visitaugustaga 
IRS details
EIN
58-2287663
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1996
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
No
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
S33: Visitors, Convention Bureau
NAICS code, primary
561591: Convention and Visitors Bureaus
Parent/child status
Independent
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