PLANO AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM

EIN: 020639020 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Plano, TX

Total Revenue
$86,039
Total Expenses
$61,086
Total Assets
$137,776
Net Assets
$137,776
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2002
Legal Domicile
TX
Principal Officer
Dollie Thomas
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

PLANO AFRICAN AMERICAN MUSEUM, founded in 2002, is a micro nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $86K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 21% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $25K, a strong 29% operating margin.

Mission

The mission of the Plano African American Museum is to tell the story of the fortitude it took to endure the hardships of slavery, the commitment to the dream of freedom, and the many citizens that helped along the way. Our story is America's story. The museum is a historical home that was once owned by a white woman who deeded the home to John Thornton (a black man) married to Charity Thorton in the late 1800's which was frowned upon but provided the basis for how some African Americans originally acquired homes at that time. The museum (aka Thornton house) is located in a historic African American community in Plano.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $28,384 Revenue: $0

The most significant exhibit for the museum is the house itself. The museum is housed in a 1 1/2 story Texas Victorian style home built in the late 1800s that has much of the original flooring and...

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The most significant exhibit for the museum is the house itself. The museum is housed in a 1 1/2 story Texas Victorian style home built in the late 1800s that has much of the original flooring and walls and includes several pieces of furniture from that time period. The house has a the original well in the backyard. The museum houses lots of historic information and photos of pioneers who built the first African American community in Plano once known as Freedman town. The museum hosted an exhibit in 2024 in collaboration with the University of North Texas for Black Music Month. It hosted an exhibit from the Smithsonian Institute on the 1619 Project and it hosted the artwork of a local artist during Black History Month in partnership with the Art Centre of Plano. The museum dedicated a room to the local heroes of the community that shares the history and story of several legacy families.

Program 2
Expenses: $16,715 Revenue: $0

The Plano African American Museum (aka PAAM) coordinates Juneteenth activities in partnership with the community as part of its community engagement. The museum hosted a black music month exhibit at...

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The Plano African American Museum (aka PAAM) coordinates Juneteenth activities in partnership with the community as part of its community engagement. The museum hosted a black music month exhibit at the museum as part of Juneteenth activities. The museum also supported the Juneteenth parade where the route was strategically scheduled through the historic Douglass Community. The event included several vendors with booths on the grounds of the museum during the Juneteenth celebration as well as an activity for the children on the grounds as well. As part of the Juneteenth activities the museum also helped coordinate the midweek community program that included the local historic churches in the community, city officials such as the mayor/city council members and community leaders who shared the significance of Juneteenth and highlighted cultural accomplishments in the community. The community Juneteenth event had close to 1,000 visitors for the single weekend event. Several attendees acknowledged the rich history that was shared and the affirmed the expansion of their understanding of Juneteenth as a result of attending the events.

Program 3
Expenses: $6,496 Revenue: $0

When Food Speaks is a cultural food exhibit that PAAM has hosted for the past 2 years. It teaches about the history of food and highlights foods brought over on the slave ships by slaves and how they...

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When Food Speaks is a cultural food exhibit that PAAM has hosted for the past 2 years. It teaches about the history of food and highlights foods brought over on the slave ships by slaves and how they became part of the culture. The event also teaches about the alternative uses of food such as for medicinal purposes. When Food Speaks Gumbo event in 2024 educated attendees on the unique history of gumbo and the culture that it influenced. The event including a guest speaker, a gumbo contest and a zydeco which is an inherent part of the Cajun/Creole culture. The event had 105 attendees and served as part of PAAM's community engagement with the support of the Plano International Festival. This event hosts vendors who offer unique cultural products and some business services that support the cultural and educational experience. Many participants include families as this is a great opportunity for younger people in the city to learn about history, otherwise not taught in school. They are given an opportunity to experience it firsthand by those who sometimes can offer personal knowledge.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $86,039
Program Service Revenue $0
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $86,039

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $0
Fundraising Expenses $116
Program Expenses $54,541
Other Expenses $61,086
TOTAL EXPENSES $61,086

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $86,039 $71,109 +0.2%
Expenses $61,086 N/A N/A
Net Income $24,953 $71,109 -0.6%
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Governance

Voting Members
4
Independent Members
N/A
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
10

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
3
$0
Total Directors
4
$0
Key Employees
1
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Terrill Brandon President 1
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Dollie Thomas Executive Director and Secretary 40
Officer Director Key Emp
$0 $0 $0
Linda Reed Treasurer 5
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Jason Morgan Director 3
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2024 $86,039 $61,086 $137,776 $24,953
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