Program areas at Yerkes Future Foundation
Yerkes observatory advances humankind's understanding of the universe and our place within it, igniting curiosity, facilitating exploration and nurturing a deep sense of connection with our planet and each other.
Science - in 2023, our science team hosted our first undergraduate summer research program, our first astronomer-in-residence, and launched opportunities for k-12 classrooms to visit the observatory. We began assessing the large telescopes in the building and implemented some immediate upgrades to progress with both public programs and research observing. We welcomed large groups for family-focused star parties and observing on the lawn, and we hosted several successful and productive research and professional workshops at Yerkes observatory.
Tours - Yerkes Future Foundation offers tours and events, astronomy programs for all ages, and cultural and science programming to provide enrichment that connects science, landscape and culture in order to provide educational opportunities for the public.
Who funds Yerkes Future Foundation
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Yerkes Future Foundation
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Dennis Kois | Executive Director | $224,367 | 2023-12-31 |
| Walt Chadick | Director of Programs and External Affairs | | 2023-11-08 |
| Marc Stanek | Director of Facilities and Grounds | | 2023-11-08 |
| Dr. Amy Steele | Director of Astronomy and Research | | 2023-11-08 |
| Will Borgen | Facilities and Grounds Manager | | 2023-11-08 |
| ...and 6 more key personnel |
Financials for Yerkes Future Foundation
| Revenues | FYE 12/2023 | FYE 12/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $1,399,527 | $4,578,484 | -69.4% |
| Program services | $317,890 | $195,356 | 62.7% |
| Investment income and dividends | $137,111 | $15 | - |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net rental income | $27,802 | $0 | 999% |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $6,878 | $0 | 999% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $-162,868 | $0 | -999% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $42,421 | $3,191 | 1229.4% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $8,483 | $16,588 | -48.9% |
| Total revenues | $1,777,244 | $4,793,634 | -62.9% |
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Data update history
December 27, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 2 new personnel
January 9, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsMuseumsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Fundraising eventsEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- PO Box 346
- Williams Bay, WI 53191
- County
- Walworth County, WI
- Website URL
- yerkesobservatory.org/Â
- Phone
- (262) 245-5555
IRS details
- EIN
- 83-0802129
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 2018
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A54: History Museums
- NAICS code, primary
- 7121: Museums, Historical Sites, and Similar Institutions
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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