Skip to main content
IRS-authorized e-file provider · not the IRS

Nonprofit · EIN 88-0753928

BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC

Also known as BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS

Tax-exempt · WESTPORT, CT 06880

Financials

$127K$16K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$127,420$16,264$111,156$117,335–$117,335
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$127,420
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$10,800
Occupancy
$2,881
Printing, publications and postage
$210
Other expenses
$2,373

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$6,179
Total assets, end of year
$117,335
Total liabilities, end of year
–
Net assets, end of year
$117,335
Cash, savings and investments
$117,335
Gross receipts
$127,420

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Robert CohenChair14$0
Richard UngererDirector1$0
Emily BlauDirector4$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
9 BAYBERRY RDG RD, WESTPORT, CT 06880-1713
In care of
% ROBERT COHEN
Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
9 Bayberry Ridge Road, Westport CT 06880
Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
Robert Cohen, 9 Bayberry Ridge Road, Westport CT 06880
Signed the 990-EZ
Robert Cohen, Chair
Phone
(203) 952-3335

Mission

organized exclusively for charitable, educational, and scientific purposes, including, for such purposes, the making of distributions to organizations that qualify as exempt organizations under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Educational Horticulture and Environmental Science Programs: Blau House & Gardens conducted a series of public educational programs focused on horticulture, environmental science, and ecological literacy. Programming included expert-led lectures and demonstrations on topics such as dendrochronology and climate history through tree-ring analysis, soil health and composting systems, and sustainable plant cultivation practices including rhododendron care. These programs combined scientific instruction with interpretive garden-based learning experiences. Persons served: Approximately 10-35 per event. Services provided: Educational lectures, hands-on demonstrations, guided learning experiences in horticulture and environmental science.
    Expenses $625
  • Historic Garden Access, Tours, and Community Engagement: Blau House & Gardens provided structured public access to its historic landscape through guided tours and seasonal open-garden events. Programming emphasized historic preservation, landscape architecture, and the interpretation of mid-century garden design. Community engagement activities included educational tours, volunteer involvement, and partnerships supporting preservation awareness and public enjoyment of the site. Persons served: Approximately 10-35 per season/event period. Services provided: Guided tours, public garden access, interpretive historical education, and community engagement programming.
    Expenses $125
  • Cultural Arts and Music Programming: The organization presented public cultural programming integrating live performing arts with its historic garden setting. Events included the "Music in the Garden" series featuring professional ensembles and collaborations with Norwalk symphony, as well as complementary poetry and literary programming. Events were designed to promote cultural enrichment through immersive outdoor performances and landscape-based artistic experiences. Persons served: Approximately 20-35 per event. Services provided: Live musical performances, cultural arts programming, poetry and literary events, and integrated garden tour experiences. 3 Concerts in August
    Expenses $7,103

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

Tax yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-N on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

File the 2026 990-EZ for BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC

Due May 17, 2027 · e-filed with the IRS by 990.tax, an IRS-authorized e-file provider

IRS record

EIN
88-0753928
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
2022
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Category (NTEE)
Environment (C41)
Assets (IRS master file)
$117,335
Income (IRS master file)
$127,420

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$127,420$16,264$117,335IRS
990-N for 2024
Officer: Robert Cohen
December 31, 2024≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2023
Officer: Robert Cohen
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2022
Officer: Robert Cohen
December 31, 2022≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard

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 88-0753928).

Questions about BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC

What is the EIN of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC is 88-0753928.
Is BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2022.
Are donations to BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC file?
Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
When is the next return of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC 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 BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC?
The 990-N for 2024 names Robert Cohen.
Who are the officers and directors of BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 3 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does BLAU HOUSE & GARDENS INC have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $127,420, expenses of $16,264 and total assets of $117,335 at year end.

Other nonprofits in WESTPORT

All nonprofits in WESTPORT · Connecticut · Environment