State Fair Of Texas
State Fair Of Texas
Want to make a donation using Daffy?
Lower your income taxes with a charitable deduction this year when you donate to this non-profit via Daffy.
Do you work for State Fair Of Texas? Learn more here.
By donating on this page you are making an irrevocable contribution to Daffy Charitable Fund, a 501(c)(3) public charity, and a subsequent donation recommendation to the charity listed above, subject to our Member Agreement. Contributions are generally eligible for a charitable tax-deduction and a yearly consolidated receipt will be provided by Daffy. Processing fees may be applied and will reduce the value available to send to the end charity. The recipient organizations have not provided permission for this listing and have not reviewed the content.
Donations to organizations are distributed as soon as the donation is approved and the funds are available. In the rare event that Daffy is unable to fulfill the donation request to this charity, you will be notified and given the opportunity to choose another charity. This may occur if the charity is unresponsive or if the charity is no longer in good standing with regulatory authorities.
About this organization
Mission
The State Fair of Texas celebrates all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment.
About
Since its inception in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has celebrated all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. Agriculture serves not only as a pillar of this organization, but as a fundamental feature of the Lone Star state and its history. The State Fair of Texas offers a variety of interactive exhibits focusing on agriculture and livestock, implementing hands-on activities that are both enjoyable and informative. Each year thousands of students from around the state work diligently in preparation for the competitive livestock events and leadership contests at the State Fair. As the largest of these events, the annual Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction celebrates the agricultural heritage of our great state, while also providing scholarships and prizes to students throughout Texas. The Fairs educational initiatives extend far beyond our 24-day exposition. With education at the very core of our foundation, the State Fair of Texas continues to serve as a showcase for Texas history, agriculture, and the community that connects it all. In support of its student ticketing program, which provided more than 2.1 million free tickets to students and teachers, the Fair expands its educational initiatives to the classroom with an innovative curriculum, created in partnership with Big Thought. The online curriculum combines the unique culture of the Fair with Texas history and agriculture, incorporating it into a TEKS-aligned program that focuses on STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math) for grades 4 through 12. With a focus on educating visitors about Texas history and agriculture, the Fair offers a unique experience that is both informative and entertaining. As a long-standing Dallas institution, the State Fair of Texas has a unique appreciation for the local support that makes such a big event possible every year. With the ultimate goal of having a positive community impact, the Fair aims to give back through our partnerships with local charitable organizations and initiatives. The Fair continues to expand outreach programs while placing a special priority on promoting community involvement at the local level. Our impact in the community focuses on three areas that complement our mission social capital, human capital, and financial capital. In addition, the Fair seeks to assist food insecurity in the South Dallas/Fair Park area through its Big Tex Urban Farms initiative. Each year, the State Fair of Texas brings guests from all walks of life together for 24 days in celebration of the Lone Star States evolving culture. Beginning in 1886 as a local gathering place for people to share ideas and learn from new cultures, the annual state fair and exposition in Fair Park became a breeding ground for Texas education and innovation. 2018s theme gave a nod to Texas past and present by connecting the Fairs own innovative roots with the many Texans and Texas organizations who have been influential in the growth of our great state. "Celebrating texas innovation" served as a platform for showcasing texas history of delivering groundbreaking inventions, technological advancements, and scientific milestones. With dedicated shows and exhibits during the Fair, as well as programs throughout the year, the 2018 theme worked to highlight the many achievements rooted in the progression of Texas and inspire the next era of pioneers. The 2018 State Fair of Texas proved to make a difference in more ways than we can count. Below are just a few of the noteworthy successes from this years exposition: - The State Fair welcomed more than 2 million fairgoers through the gates; - Approximately $45.3 million was generated in gross coupon sales for food, beverages, and rides, supporting 109 businesses, many of which are small and independently owned. - Military Appreciation Day provided free admission for more than 11,400 members of the military and their families; - More than 4,500 first responders and their families visited the Fair for free on First Responders Day; - The State Fair provided more than 2.1 million free admission tickets to students and teachers throughout North Texas; - More than 200,000 dots were used on this years VisitDallas map in Big Tex Circle for fairgoers to proudly showcase where they are from. Dots were scattered across all 50 United States of America and 183 of 195 countries from around the world were represented with at least one dot; - With 9,600 exhibitors competing, the Fairs livestock and agricultural events hosted a record total of more than 16,000 livestock entries; - On Friday, October 5 the annual Youth Livestock Auction raised a record of more than $1.3 million in scholarships and prizes for youth livestock exhibitors; - The Grand Champion Market Steer of the Youth Livestock Auction was sold to Landmark Nurseries with Paula & Jim Prewitt and the Big Tex Champion Club for a record high of $150,000; - Ag Awareness Day gathered more than 7,500 students and leaders representing 165 chapters of 4-H, FFA, and FCCLA to participate in the canned food drive, donating more than 27,000 pounds of food to the North Texas Food Bank; - Several community events were held throughout the 24-day run, the largest being a Community Engagement Day luncheon with approximately 200 in attendance; - The Fair hosted the Inaugural Juanita Craft Humanitarian Awards, awarding three individuals following in Mrs. Crafts footsteps, making a positive impact in their community and in civil rights efforts; - Sensory-Friendly Mornings were introduced for all three Wednesdays of the Fair reducing noise and lights across the grounds to accommodate those with sensory-related concerns; - Community members got crafty with nearly 10,000 entries in the Fairs Creative Arts competitions. With more than 4,000 contestants, 86 newcomers tried their hand in entering Creative Arts competitions a 20 percent increase from last year; - More than 64,000 kids enjoyed the farm-to-market activity, Little Hands on the Farm, at the all-new Home on the Range exhibit inside the Coliseum; - The Hall of State welcomed more than 125,000 fairgoers through the doors to showcase its featured exhibits, Celebrating Texas Innovation and Dallas in the Time of MLK; - Shopping at the Fair included 265 vendor locations across the fairgrounds, supporting 219 small business owners. - The Cotton Bowl welcomed more than 157,000 college football fans for the State Fair Classic, Red River Showdown, and State Fair Showdown games; - Free concerts were once again held on the Chevrolet Main Stage, with Ludacris, Morris Day and The Time, Hunter Hayes, and Casting Crowns drawing the largest crowds; - Fifty-three events were hosted at the Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center throughout the Fairs 24-day run; - In 2018, the Fair awarded nearly $1.4 million in new college scholarships to 229 graduating seniors throughout the Lone Star State; - With college applications right around the corner, the Fair encourages eligible high school seniors to go online to BigTex.com/scholarship and apply for a State Fair of Texas college scholarship; - As one of its new initiatives, the State Fair of Texas has partnered with Goodwill Industries of Dallas, Inc. to host the Third Annual Big Tex Job Fair following the annual Fair in the Briscoe Carpenter Livestock Center. More than 35 local companies took applications and interviewed for employment positions across a broad range of skill sets. On top of the initiatives and donation programs that take place during the annual exposition, the Fair works to maintain a year-round presence in our community. Through new and existing efforts in 2018, the Fair was able to contribute more than $659,000 in community support, which included sponsorships, program funding of goods, and investments made through our signature programs, benefiting 68 South Dallas/Fair Park area organizations and several agricultural-related programs across the state. In addition to offering financial resources, our Community Affairs & Strategic Alliances department has connected with more than 200 local organizations to foster community relationships, form partnerships, and develop initiatives that work to make a positive impact. Our ability to serve and continue growing our scope of service is strengthened through the support of fairgoers, relationships with like-minded organizations, and the dedication of our State Fair team. Through this investment, we were able to help serve more than 292,000 people in the community and look forward to expanding our impact for future years. Introduced in 2016, the Fairs Big Tex Urban Farms is a mobile agriculture system comprised of portable planting beds and hydroponic systems housed in the heart of Fair Park. The mission of Big Tex Urban Farms is to create a food system that: - Invests financial and human capital into immediate Fair Park neighborhoods and companies;
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “The state fair of texas celebrates all things texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. the state fair of texas is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with proceeds helping to preserve and improve fair park; underwrite museum, community, and scholarship programs; and help improve state fair operations to help put on the next state fair of texas. our nonprofit purpose is funded through the proceeds from the annual 24-day state fair of texas event, which serves as the organizations largest fundraiser of the year. the fair is completely self-supportive and receives no government funding.”.
When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “The state fair of texas celebrates all things texan by promoting agriculture, education & community involve- ment through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as TX.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 is noted in the filing as PO BOX 150009, dallas, TX, 75315.
- The non-profit's form for 2020 reports a total of 2236 employees.
- Does not operate a hospital.
- Does not operate a school.
- Does not collect art.
- Provides 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 greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$2,800,941.
- The salary policy for the CEO of the organization is established through a review and approval by an impartial party.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 20 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1886.
- 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 $12,922,396 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $3,113,746 in fundraising expenses.
- The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
- The organization pays grants to individuals.
- The organization has minutes of its meetings.
- The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
- The organization has a business related organization transaction.
- The organization has fundraising events.
- The organization has grants to organizations.
- The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.