Austin Foundation for Architecture

EIN: 822512296 501(c)(3) Community Improvement

Austin, TX

Total Revenue
$187,426
Total Expenses
$118,891
Total Assets
$469,094
Net Assets
$469,071
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2017
Legal Domicile
TX
Principal Officer
Ingrid Spencer
Phone
5124524332
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

Austin Foundation for Architecture, founded in 2017, is a small nonprofit in the Community Improvement sector that reported $187K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 89% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. The organization ran a surplus of $69K, a strong 37% operating margin.

Mission

To illuminate the impact of design for all through curated and pop-up programming that expands the understanding and appreciation of design excellence and its myriad applications on behalf of diverse communities.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $4,010 Revenue: $3,960

Architectural Tours In 2024, the organization provided tours of Austin, including architectural boat tours, bicycle and walking tours based on the mobile website guidetoaustinarchitecture.com These...

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Architectural Tours In 2024, the organization provided tours of Austin, including architectural boat tours, bicycle and walking tours based on the mobile website guidetoaustinarchitecture.com These tours had guides knowledgeable about the architecture, history, landscape, mobility, and urban planning of Austin, and gave the public the opportunity to get to know more about the citys unique places and spaces.

Program 2
Expenses: $7,642 Revenue: $6,727

Design Lectures Design Talks is a lecture series showcasing talented designers from Austin and beyond, with each installment focusing on an individual practitioner and their unique approach to their...

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Design Lectures Design Talks is a lecture series showcasing talented designers from Austin and beyond, with each installment focusing on an individual practitioner and their unique approach to their work. Pecha Kucha is a creative speaking event featuring 10 designers from different fields. The unique format invites presenters to make a short presentation on a creative topic, leading to a fast and furious evening of entertainment and creative inspiration.

Program 3
Expenses: $34,877 Revenue: $16,390

Exhibitions evolve and change each year. In 2024, the organization participated in several public exhibitions including Las Pinatas ATX & Waterwork. Las Pinatas was a partnership with AIA Austin and...

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Exhibitions evolve and change each year. In 2024, the organization participated in several public exhibitions including Las Pinatas ATX & Waterwork. Las Pinatas was a partnership with AIA Austin and the Parks Foundation, and invited the community to engage with pinata-inspired sculptural artworks. WaterWork debuted as a partnership between the Austin Foundation for Architecture and the The Trail Conservancy. The event featured the video artwork of 15 Austin artists projected on the historic Seaholm Intake facility. The immersive experience was visible on land and from Lady Bird Lake. The colossal projection celebrated the many talents of Austins creative community.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $167,809
Program Service Revenue $15,545
Investment Income $7,096
Other Revenue $-3,024
TOTAL REVENUE $187,426

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $5,000
Salaries & Benefits $16,094
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $51,712
Other Expenses $97,797
TOTAL EXPENSES $118,891

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $187,426 $99,115 +0.9%
Expenses $118,891 $165,459 -0.3%
Net Income $68,535 $-66,344 -2.0%
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Governance

Voting Members
9
Independent Members
9
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
60

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
2
$0
Total Directors
9
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Daniel Woodroffe President 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Justin Rankin Treasurer 2.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Veronica Castro de Barrera Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Emily Eisenhart Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Libby Gillen Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michael Hsu Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Larry Speck Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
DJ Stout Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Ingrid Spencer Executive Director 3.00
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 $187,426 $118,891 $469,094 $68,535
2022 $320,225 $99,202 $467,103 $221,023
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