EIN 26-0461447

Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
13
City
Fort Scott
State
Year formed
2007
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes discovers, develops, and communicates the stories of individuals whose contributions significantly alter history. The Center collaborates with schools globally to cultivate respect and understanding by creating history projects centered on Unsung Heroes, emphasizing values that transcend race, religion, or creed. Through the unique Discovery Award, students harness their creativity to research primary sources and produce exceptional projects that highlight these heroes as role models for enhancing the lives of others.
Total revenues
$612,217
2023
Total expenses
$685,008
2023
Total assets
$556,067
2023
Num. employees
13
2023

Program areas at Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

The Lowell Milken Center works with schools around the world to teach respect and understanding among all people, by developing history projects about Unsung Heroes whose actions promote these values, regardless of race, religion or creed. Teaching respect and understanding through project- based learning and telling inspiring stories of Unsung Heroes to change behaviors and attitudes.
The Lowell Milken Center discovery award is a unique opportunity for students to use creative talents to research primary sources and develop outstanding projects featuring Unsung Heroes who now serve as models for how to improve the lives of others.
Recognition of outstanding educators that teach and promote the value of diversity among all people by sponsoring the Lowell Milken Center intern and fellow awards.

Who funds Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
National Philanthropic TrustEducation$500,000
Milken Family Foundation (MFF)Community Centers & Programs$250,000
The Sunderland FoundationDrain Installation at Park$18,655
...and 1 more grant received

Personnel at Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

NameTitleCompensation
Norman ConardExecutive Director$78,750

Financials for Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$603,915
Program services$7,847
Investment income and dividends$455
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$0
Total revenues$612,217

Form 990s for Lowell Milken Center for Unsung Heroes

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-09-09990View PDF
2022-122023-05-15990View PDF
2021-122022-05-10990View PDF
2020-122021-06-03990View PDF
2019-122021-02-09990View PDF
...and 13 more Form 990s

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Data update history
October 21, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $250,000 from Milken Family Foundation (MFF)
January 1, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $18,655 from The Sunderland Foundation
October 26, 2023
Received grants
Identified 3 new grant, including a grant for $225,000 from Milken Family Foundation (MFF)
August 9, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 4, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Operates internationallyTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1 S Main St
Fort Scott, KS 66701
County
Bourbon County, KS
Website URL
lowellmilkencenter.org/about/our-team 
Phone
(620) 223-1312
IRS details
EIN
26-0461447
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
2007
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A70: Humanities Organizations
NAICS code, primary
7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
Parent/child status
Independent
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