2024-11-15T13:50:06-08:00 2023-12-31 830534566 Balarsky & Beebout CPAs 6920 Fair Oaks Blvd Ste 205 Carmichael CA 95608 990 2023-01-01 942831253 Aerospace Museum of California AERO 9166433192 3200 Freedom Park Drive McClellan CA 95652 Thomas Jones Executive Dir. 2024-11-15 true true Steven J Olds CPA P01343979 9169212600 2023 2024-10-15 13:58:12Z Thomas Jones 3200 Freedom Park Drive McClellan CA 95652 1846087 false X www.aerospaceca.org X 1982 CA Our mission is to preserve aviation history in the region and to enhance the awareness of aerospace science through education; our number one priority. 17 17 39 316 0 480612 472141 559440 621082 4139 12871 -233124 400932 811067 1507026 0 0 666087 906705 0 85029 572698 679828 1238785 1586533 -427718 -79507 4184493 3776228 5116391 4787633 -931898 -1011405 Our mission is to honor the past and inspire the future through STEM education. The Aerospace Museum of California celebrates the history of aviation and aerospaceinspiring future generations to explore, dream, and discover STEM education through hands-on learning. false false 1286175 The Aerospace Museum of California celebrates the history of aviation and aerospace and inspires future generations to explore, dream, and discover STEM through hands-on learning. The Museum is one of aviation's greatest showcases and captures all eras of mankinds fascination with flight. The Museum is committed to providing a world-class Smithsonian Affiliate experience along with the opportunity to learn about and celebrate the past, present, and future of aerospace. Explore, discover, and be inspired by aviation and aerospace history. With a 40,000 square foot exhibit hall, over 40 aircraft and rockets, a 4-acre outdoor Air Park, incredible traveling exhibits, and permanent exhibits. Families can engage with our STEM educational activities for all ages and let their imagination soar. The museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate and member of the North American Reciprocal Museum Associate. The Aerospace Museum of California is truly a place where dreams take flight!The Museum offers a variety of educational programs and opportunities for schools,children, families, and adults, including group tours, summer STEM camps, family events, and activities. STEM education is the number one priority of the Aerospace Museum of California. Visitors of all ages can be inspired to explore Science, Technology, Engineering and Math.The Museums education programs are tailored to meet the needs of specific grade levels. All programs correlate with the State of Californias Academic Standards for Science, Math, History/Social Science, and/or Language Arts. Guided tours, classes, and hands-on education programs help to educate and inspire visitors of all ages about aviation and aerospace through STEM.AMC Named 2023 California Nonprofit of the YearAssemblyman Josh Hoover nominated and awarded the museum this prestigious recognition, emphasizing our vital role in STEM education. In a state boasting more than 190,000 nonprofit organizations, this honor underscores the steadfast support we enjoy from our community and the crucial role this museum plays in advancing STEM education across Northern California.Community Collaboration - The Hidden Heroes of Aerospace MuralIn June 2023, we unveiled a 56-foot mural honoring aerospace pioneers and inspiring future generations. Curated by our museum staff and painted by four American River College artists, it highlights past heroes and future aviation leaders. Interactive touchscreen kiosks provide an engaging, educational experience, connecting visitors with the stories and impact of these pioneers encouraging limitless opportunities in aerospace.Warbird PartnershipThe museum showcased a unique collection of vintage WWII aircraft, featuring iconic planes like the FG-1D Corsair, P-38 Lightning, and P-51 Mustang. These rotating exhibits offered visitors an up-close look at historic warbirds, inspiring aviation enthusiasts, and history buffs. We appreciate the support and aim to bring more exciting experiences to our visitors in the future.WE CAN DO IT, TOGETHER STEAM EDUCATION EVENTIn September, the museum proudly hosted our 3rd annual We Can Do It Together STEAM Education event, bringing together 1,000 female students ages 11 to 18, along with 350 adults and 40 female STEAM professionals. This fun event inspires and empowers the next generation of women to pursue aerospace and STEAM careers.75,911 MUSEUM VISITORS 35,678 2023 STUDENT VISITORS 316 ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS16,763 VOLUNTEER HOURS 1286175 true true false false false false false true false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 5 0 true 39 true false false false false false true true false 0 false false false false false false false X 17 17 true false false false false false false true false false false false true true true false true true true false CA X Aerospace Museum of California 9166433192 3200 Freedom Park Dr McClellan CA 95652 Thomas Jones Executive Dir. 40.00 0.00 X 174834 0 0 Karen Jones Advancement Dir 40.00 0.00 144834 0 0 Linda Martin President 5.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Dave Bennett 1st VP 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Melissa Bittman 2nd VP 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Michael Thomas Secretary 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 George Lonergan Treasurer 2.00 0.00 X X 0 0 0 Richard Launey Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dan West Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jeff Harris Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Cathy Cook Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Tyrone Ward Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Neil Brown Exec Board Dir 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dave Long Director 5.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Dr General Davie Exec Board Dir 2.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Jim Cuff Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Rich Desmond Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Roger Dickinson Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Matt Vogt Director 1.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 319668 2 false true false 0 44054 428087 472141 Admissions 712110 328920 328920 Education Programs 712110 225706 225706 Membership Dues & Assessments 712110 66456 66456 621082 12871 12871 0 0 67301 16265 51036 51036 51036 0 37800 44054 30959 6841 6841 0 284909 291837 -6928 -6928 Forgiveness of Debt 349983 349983 349983 1507026 621082 413803 0 0 0 0 174834 113642 34967 26225 0 627929 502343 81631 43955 0 30506 21354 6101 3051 73436 51405 14687 7344 0 0 22425 17940 3364 1121 0 0 0 0 32504 26003 4876 1625 31124 24899 4669 1556 3042 2434 456 152 0 0 6003 5103 900 0 0 17184 14606 2578 0 162464 138094 24370 37687 33918 3769 Exhibits 82280 74052 8228 Repairs and Maintenance 76657 68991 7666 Utilities 73754 66379 7375 Food Basket Expense 37779 37779 96925 87233 9692 1586533 1286175 215329 85029 222949 827602 876437 40182 0 290500 250293 0 0 0 13273 13273 0 7331542 4724527 2743471 2607015 0 0 0 37863 37863 0 4184493 3776228 45379 116169 5071012 4671464 5116391 4787633 X -931898 -1011405 -931898 -1011405 4184493 3776228 -79507 X false false false X 1355753 869092 1443222 830595 472141 4970803 0 0 1355753 869092 1443222 830595 472141 4970803 0 4970803 10375 13469 4081 4139 12871 44935 0 0 5015738 0.99100 0.98780 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED X X false 460504 460504 5747682 5747682 1020024 4724527 -3704503 103332 103332 2607015 Part III, Line 1a: If organization elected under SFAS 116 to not report are, historical treasures, o Exhibits have not been capitalized.The Museums Collections, which were acquired through donations and purchases, are not recognized as assets in the statement of financial position. The Museums collections consist of aircraft, engines and artifacts of historical significance and objects that are held for educational and display purposes. Part III, Line 4: Description of organization's collections and how it furthers its purpose. The Museum has a wide-range of aircraft, spacecraft and engines, both military and civilian on display. We have everything from a 1943 Douglas C-53D Skytrooper to a Russian MIG. The public has access to view thrilling jets like a U.S. Navy Blue Angels fighter jet, an A-10 Warthog, or a famous Top Gun F-14 Tomcat just like the movie!The Museums engine collection is extensive and grows frequently as new enginesare restored and put on display.Our Flight Zone flight simulators provide a state of the art STEM learning laboratory featuring 7 digital flight stations. Students from 5th grade to high school can learn to pilot an aircraft, communicate with Air Traffic Control, and learn about dozens of Aviation Career Technical Pathways. true Hops & Props 43804 31554 12250 17191 Salute to Service 38050 12500 25550 10565 81854 44054 37800 27756 27756 10044 true X X X X X false false false false false false false false false Thomas Jones Executive Dir. 174834 174834 Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 2 Tom Jones, Executive Director, and Karen Jones, Advancement Director, are husband and wife. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b Form 990 is prepared by a firm of certified public accountants and reviewed by the executive director and the board treasurer prior to filing. Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c Officers and directors are required to disclose their conflicts of interest when they arise. Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19 No documents available to the public.