2025-07-01T00:37:17Z 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 872460763 DISCOVERY EDUCATION STATION INCORPORATED DISC 7158981196 248 S Central Ave Marshfield WI 54449 Linda R Roehrborn Executive Director 7158981196 2025-06-28 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Linda Roehrborn 248 S Central Ave Marshfield WI 54449 203218 false X https://www.discoveryedustation.org/ X 2021 WI Discovery Education Station, a Wisconsin-based, veteran and woman owned nonprofit (501(c)(3)), fosters an inclusive haven where kids of all ages explore STEA2M disciplines to ignite curiosity and inspire learning. We offer enriching classes, dynamic camps and engaging hands-on workshops and clubs. We prioritize creating a safe space for families with special needs children, nurturing well-being, life skills, and strong family bonds. Together, we empower minds and build connections for a brighter future. We believe in providing Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control to the kiddos and familes we serve. 4 4 0 5 0 0 0 14103 189115 0 0 0 203218 0 0 0 0 108878 0 0 0 65959 0 174837 0 28381 19092 47473 0 0 19092 47473 Discovery Education Station, a Wisconsin-based, veteran and woman owned nonprofit (501(c)(3)), fosters an inclusive haven where kids of all ages explore STEA2M disciplines to ignite curiosity and inspire learning. We offer enriching classes, dynamic camps and engaging hands-on workshops and clubs. We prioritize creating a safe space for families with special needs children, nurturing well-being, life skills, and strong family bonds. Together, we empower minds and build connections for a brighter future. We believe in providing Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness and Self-Control to the kiddos and familes we serve. false false 3481 0 19471 In 2024, Discovery hosted nine hands-on youth STEA2M camps and classes. Children learned through guided science experiments, animal care, art projects, nature hikes, and rocket launches. We served over 100 youth participants 108877 0 169473 We provided individualized support services including respite care and daily living skills training to special needs children and adults through Wisconsins CLTS and IRIS waiver programs. Services were tailored to each participants goals, supporting independence, social skills, and well-being. We served approximately 25 families 18456 10000 Discovery hosted multiple inclusive community events such as the Skybound Family Festival, sensory-friendly field trips, and educational exhibits with animals, science demos, and STEA2M exploration. These events were free or low-cost to encourage accessibility for all. We have connected with thousands of families. 130814 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true 91375 0 0 false false false false false false false false false false X 4 4 false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false WI X X Linda R Roehrborn 7158981196 248 S Central Ave Marshfield WI 54449 X Linda Roehrborn Executive Director, Treasurer 30.00 0.00 X X X 0 0 0 Beckie Gaskill President 1.00 X 0 0 0 Tara Parks Vice President 1.00 X 0 0 0 Pamala Hutter Secretary 10.00 X 0 0 0 Jerin Turner Secretary 0.00 X 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 false false false 0 0 0 0 0 0 14103 0 14103 Computer Classes - City of Marshfield 170 170 IRIS - Paid for adult day/respite services 32156 32156 0 CLTS - Paid for services to CLTS clients 137318 137318 Discovery Explorers Fees 19471 19471 189115 0 0 0 0 0 0 203218 189115 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 108878 108878 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7593 7593 0 0 0 0 16374 16374 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 441 441 Organizational Memberships 1310 1310 Animal Ambassador Program Fees 2082 2082 Materials Expenses 3481 3481 Legal and Professional 34678 34678 174837 174837 0 0 19092 47473 19092 47473 0 0 X 19092 47473 19092 47473 19092 47473 28381 X X false false X 0 0 8482 9373 14103 31958 0 0 8482 9373 14103 31958 31958 31958 X 1.00000 0.00000 RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Part VI, Line 11b A complete copy of the Form 990 will be sent to all current board members and reviewed collectively at the next scheduled board meeting. This approach ensures transparency and board oversight of the organizations financial and operational reporting. Part VI, Line 18 Discovery Education Stations Forms 990, 1023, governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements are available to the public upon request, and at the organizations office. Part VI, Line 19 No compensation was paid to the Executive Director or other key officers in 2024; therefore, no formal compensation review process was necessary during the tax year. Part VI, Line 1a All voting members of the governing body have equal voting rights. No authority was delegated to an executive committee or similar body Part VI, Line 8b During 2024, Discovery Education Station experienced a turnover in board membership which caused some disruption in governance continuity. Board actions and decisions were contemporaneously documented via email communications and written approvals, although traditional meeting minutes were not consistently maintained. The organization has since stabilized its board and implemented improved recordkeeping protocols for meeting documentation going forward. Part VII: Compensation of Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employee The Executive Director did not receive compensation for her administrative duties. She received $4,500 in 2024 for providing CLTS services as an independent contractor. This amount was paid for direct care services and is reported separately on Form 1099-NEC. Part XII, Line 1 Discovery Education Station did not change its accounting method for 2024 I applied for an extension and it was approved by the IRS