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Korean War Veterans National Museum & Library

Korean War Veterans National Museum & Library

Addison, IL
Tax ID37-1369481

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About this organization

Revenue

$767,968

Expenses

$841,140

Website

kwnm.org

Mission

The mission of the Korean War National Museum (KWNM) seeks to honor the veterans of the Korean War by educating citizens and future generations, preserving the legacy and history, and celebrating "the forgotten victory".

About

THE MUSEUM REOPENED ITS DOORS IN 2009 AT THE DENIS J. HEALY FREEDOM CENTER IN SPRINGFIELD, IL. This 10,000-square-foot facility has an interactive and professionally developed exhibit of items, artifacts, weapons, art, photographs and materials. The Freedom Center is open with published hours and free admission. Visitors are encouraged to ask questions and support the operations with monetary donations. THE MUSEUM PRESERVES A RECORD OF THE UNITED STATES PARTICIPATION IN THE KOREAN WAR, EDUCATES AND DISSEMINATES INFORMATION TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT THE KOREAN WAR ERA, AND PROMOTES FRIENDSHIP AMONG VETERANS OF THAT CONFLICT. IN ADDITION, THE MUSEUM AIDS VETERANS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND SCHOLARS WITH RESEARCH ABOUT THE KOREAN WAR. THE MUSEUM'S SPEAKER SERIES FEATURES VETERANS, SCHOLARS and OTHER EXPERTS WHO SHARE STORIES, INSIGHTS AND PERSPECTIVES ABOUT THE WAR THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. Korean War National Museum, Library and Cultural Center intends to be a world-class museum located in New York City. When completed, the mission will be to honor the Korean War Veterans from the 22 participating United Nations member countries, educate future generations, preserve the history and celebrate the success of the post-war Republic of Korea. It aims to not only tell the story of the war itself, but to become a center for education, cultural exchange and discussion.

Interesting data from their 2017 990 filing

According to the filing documents, the non-profit's mission is defined as “The mission of the kwnm is to establish a museum and library to preserve a record of the united states participation in the korean war, to educate and disseminate information to the general public about the korean war era and to promote friendship among veterans of the conflict.”.

When referring to its tasks, they were referred to as: “The mission of the korean war national museum (kwnm) seeks to honor the veterans of the korean war by educating citizens and future generations, preserving the legacy and history, and celebrating "the forgotten victory".”.

  • The non-profit's state of operation has been legally reported as IL.
  • According to the latest filing, the non-profit's address in 2017 is 47 West Division Street, Chicago, IL, 60610.
  • The total number of employees reported by the non-profit on their form for 2017 is 5.
  • Does not operate a hospital.
  • Does not operate a school.
  • Collects art.
  • Does not provide credit counseling.
  • Does not have foreign activities.
  • Is not a donor advised fund.
  • Is not a private foundation.
  • Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
  • Revenue is between $500,000 and $1,000,000+.
  • Revenue less expenses is -$73,172.
  • The CEO compensation package within the organization is not determined through a thorough evaluation and endorsement by a neutral source.
  • The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
  • The organization has 10 independent voting members.
  • The organization has a professional fund raiser.
  • The organization was formed in 1997.
  • The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule B.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule J.
  • The organization is required to file Schedule O.
  • The organization pays $204,516 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
  • The organization pays $377,975 in fundraising expenses.
  • The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
  • The organization has minutes of its meetings.
  • The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
  • The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.

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