Program areas at Discovery World
Discovery World is an extraordinary experience devoted to sharing the wonders of science and igniting a love of endless exploration. We are the spark of joy in a child's eyes when they make a connection with a living creature. We are the sudden and satisfying "Aha" when you discover something you didn't even know you were looking for. We are the beginning of your lifelong learning adventure. Here at our world-class facility on Lake Michigan's shoreline (part of the largest freshwater system in the world!), a new discovery is always just around the corner, from exploring the underwater wonders of the Reiman Aquarium to launching rockets and hopping aboard the "semi-truck" of the Great Lakes. Bring your whats, whens, and whys; and embark on a path to discovering the answers to all of your curiosities-and unearthing new ones along the way! Our love of science knows no bounds. We empower you to learn virtually anywhere with classroom activities, exciting summer camps, and more. And, as part of the STEM ecosystem, we also touch on disciplines in technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Who funds Discovery World
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Discovery World
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Bryan Wunar | Chief Executive Officer | $205,380 | 2024-06-18 |
| Carl Schoettel | Chief Operating Officer | $137,611 | 2023-12-31 |
| James Karls | Chief Financial Officer | $113,384 | 2023-12-31 |
| Rese Schneider | Vice President for External Affairs | | 2024-04-23 |
| John Emmerich | Exhibits and Audience Engagement | $108,530 | 2024-04-23 |
| ...and 13 more key personnel |
Financials for Discovery World
| Revenues | FYE 12/2023 | FYE 12/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $3,202,923 | $3,386,243 | -5.4% |
| Program services | $4,235,971 | $3,405,489 | 24.4% |
| Investment income and dividends | $313,592 | $65,748 | 377% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $-197,504 | $-424,403 | 53.5% |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $-81,613 | $-1,195,730 | 93.2% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $64,554 | $148,685 | -56.6% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $34,425 | $19,333 | 78.1% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $-67,035 | $28,804 | -332.7% |
| Total revenues | $7,505,313 | $5,434,169 | 38.1% |
Organizations like Discovery World
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Greensboro Science Center | 501(c)(3) | Greensboro, NC | $11,429,631 |
| Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | Mcminnville, OR | $3,402,341 |
| Intrepid Sea-Air-Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | New York, NY | $30,558,446 |
| Oregon Museum of Science and Industry | 501(c)(3) | Portland, OR | $21,812,736 |
| Science Center of Iowa (SCI) | 501(c)(3) | Des Moines, IA | $6,327,725 |
| North Carolina Museum of Life and Science | 501(c)(3) | Durham, NC | $15,916,916 |
| Wings Over the Rockies Air and Space Museum | 501(c)(3) | Denver, CO | $5,314,037 |
| Discovery Place | 501(c)(3) | Charlotte, NC | $19,576,538 |
| Discovery Museum and Planetarium | 501(c)(3) | Bridgeport, CT | $2,158,543 |
| Chabot Space and Science Center Foundation | 501(c)(3) | Oakland, CA | $10,228,352 |
Data update history
August 14, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
August 10, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 7 new personnel
August 10, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 1 new vendor, including
July 17, 2024
Received grants
Identified 17 new grant, including a grant for $90,000 from Todd Wehr Foundation Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
MembershipsFundraising eventsReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- 500 N Harbor Dr
- Milwaukee, WI 53202
- Metro area
- Milwaukee-Waukesha, WI
- County
- Milwaukee County, WI
- Website URL
- discoveryworld.org/Â
- Phone
- (414) 765-8602
- Facebook page
- DiscoveryWorldMKEÂ
- Twitter profile
- @discoveryworldÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 39-1691578
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 2004
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A57: Science and Technology Museums
- NAICS code, primary
- 7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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