Nonprofit · EIN 61-1522908
BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Tax-exempt · BRAIDWOOD, IL 60408
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $17,156 | $7,239 | $9,917 | $45,780 | $0 | $45,780 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990-EZ | $2,781 | $6,749 | -$3,968 | $35,863 | $0 | $35,863 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $3,928 | $5,490 | -$1,562 | $39,831 | $0 | $39,831 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $0
- Membership dues
- $1,320
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $558
- Other revenue
- $15,278
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $0
- Occupancy
- $4,062
- Printing, publications and postage
- $385
- Other expenses
- $2,792
- Program services (functional)
- $800
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $35,863
- Total assets, end of year
- $45,780
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $0
- Net assets, end of year
- $45,780
- Cash, savings and investments
- $31,780
- Land and buildings
- $14,000
- Gross receipts
- $17,156
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| George J Kocek | President | 80 | $0 |
| Edward Bunting | Vice President | 35 | $0 |
| Elena M Hibler | Treasurer | 40 | $0 |
| Joan Senko | Secretary | 35 | $0 |
| Carida Davis | Trustee | 60 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| George J Kocek | President | 80 | $0 |
| Edward Bunting | Vice President | 35 | $0 |
| Elena M Hibler | Treasurer | 40 | $0 |
| Joan Senko | Secretary | 35 | $0 |
| Carida Davis | Trustee | 60 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 5 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| George J Kocek | President | 80 | $0 |
| Edward Bunting | Vice President | 35 | $0 |
| Elena M Hibler | Treasurer | 40 | $0 |
| Joan E Senko | Secretary | 30 | $0 |
| Carida Davis | TrusteeEvent Planner | 60 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 111 N CENTER ST, BRAIDWOOD, IL 60408-1601
- In care of
- % ELENA HIBLER
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Elena Hibler, Treasurer
Mission
Preserve history and protect artifacts.
Program accomplishments
- On Veterans Day the Historical Society hosts a grand celebration for the entire city. The Braidwood American Legion Post 39 Honor Guard is present along with the students of the Middle School and the High School bands. The High School Madrigal Choir performs. A luncheon is served in our building after the ceremony. Also in February our Presidents Day display is erected for view throughout the building.Expenses $300
- In connection with the citys huge Summerfest Celebration by request our huge Roaring 20s Exhibit with fabulous displays and artifacts from Prohibition Days was presented.Expenses $300
- Our massive Military Exhibit was on display for a full month. This exhibit covered all branches of the armed forces including the Army Navy Air Force Marines and even the WACs. Uniforms clothing boots supplies photographs equipment and artillery were all on display. Servicemen earning Purple Hearts and other medals were honored.Expenses $200
- None
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 61-1522908
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2007
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard)
- Category (NTEE)
- Education (B90)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $45,780
- Income (IRS master file)
- $17,156
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $17,156 | $7,239 | $45,780 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2024 | $2,781 | $6,749 | $35,863 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $3,928 | $5,490 | $39,831 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 61-1522908).
Questions about BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY
- What is the EIN of BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY is 61-1522908.
- Is BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2007.
- Are donations to BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY file?
- Form 990-N (e-Postcard). Gross receipts normally $50,000 or less.
- When is the next return of BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who are the officers and directors of BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 5 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does BRAIDWOOD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $17,156, expenses of $7,239 and total assets of $45,780 at year end.
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