EIN 39-0715690

Wisconsin Restaurant Association

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(6)
Num. employees
22
Year formed
1933
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
NTEE code, primary
Description
Wisconsin Restaurant Association provides services and tools to support its members to succeed through advocacy, education, and communication. It advocates for the restaurant industry to create a favorable political and regulatory environment. The association promotes a positive industry image through public relations programs and supports member satisfaction. Its Midwest Foodservice Expo offers networking opportunities, educational programs, seminars, and exposure to the latest ideas in the foodservice industry. It is located in Madison, WI.
Total revenues
$1,892,602
2023
Total expenses
$2,116,957
2023
Total assets
$1,354,745
2023
Num. employees
22
2023

Program areas at Wisconsin Restaurant Association

Member services member services consists of providing guidance, services and support to promote member satisfaction. The local chapters are operating to further the Association's mission by focusing on their regions and communities. The Association assists with organization of chapter meetings as well as development on new chapters and changes in boundaries. The Association sells dining gift certificates to the public that can be redeemed at any participating member Restaurant with the goal of increasing the exposure to these members.
Expos and seminars these events bring together a wide variety of businesses in the food service industry and provided a valuable opportunity for restaurateurs and suppliers to network, sample, or try new products, participate in educational programs and seminars, and be exposed to new ideas, which may improve or enhance current operations of members.
Government relations the government relations program was developed to review and recommend positions on legislative issues of interest to the food service industry and the Association. The program also serves to maintain positive relationships with elected and appointed government officials and advise members on proposed legislation and existing laws. Government relations also include the Restaurant advocacy fund, which develops funding and programs to educate the Association membership, general public, legislature, and regulatory bodies on the Association's public policy.
Public relations consists of efforts to advance food service tourism goals by promoting a positive industry image through public relations programs. The foundation promotes educational opportunities, professionalism, and career opportunities.

Grants made by Wisconsin Restaurant Association

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
National Restaurant Association (NRA)General Purposes$19,400

Who funds Wisconsin Restaurant Association

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
National Restaurant Association (NRA)Advocacy$20,000

Personnel at Wisconsin Restaurant Association

NameTitleCompensation
Kristine Hillmer, CAEPresident and Chief Executive Officer$185,260
Wra Kristine HillmerBoard Member
Tracy Kosbau, MBAVice President of Marketing and Public Relations
Dawn Renz Faris, CEMVice President Membership and Business Development
Susan Quam, CAE, IOMExecutive Vice President$112,228
...and 11 more key personnel

Financials for Wisconsin Restaurant Association

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$166,950
Program services$1,434,830
Investment income and dividends$25,496
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$219,414
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$16,991
Net income from fundraising events$-20,150
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$49,071
Total revenues$1,892,602

Form 990s for Wisconsin Restaurant Association

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-10-07990View PDF
2022-122023-11-15990View PDF
2022-122023-11-01990View PDF
2021-122022-11-11990View PDF
2020-122021-11-12990View PDF
...and 11 more Form 990s
Data update history
November 5, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
January 18, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 5 new personnel
January 12, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
January 2, 2024
Received grants
Identified 1 new grant, including a grant for $20,000 from National Restaurant Association (NRA)
November 25, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
Nonprofit Types
Trade associationsBusiness and community development organizationsHeadquarter / parent organizations
Issues
EducationHuman servicesBusiness and industry
Characteristics
MembershipsPolitical advocacyFundraising eventsState / local level
General information
Address
2801 Fish Hatchery Rd
Madison, WI 53713
Metro area
Madison, WI
County
Dane County, WI
Website URL
wirestaurant.org/ 
Phone
(608) 270-9950
Facebook page
wirestaurant 
Twitter profile
@therealwra 
IRS details
EIN
39-0715690
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1933
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
No
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
S41: Promotion of Business
NAICS code, primary
813910: Trade Associations
Parent/child status
Central organization
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