Western Folklife Center
Western Folklife Center
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About this organization
Mission
The Western Folklife Center uses story and cultural expression to connect the American West to the world.
About
'The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering' is a grand celebration of western people, their lifestyles and traditions. As January turns to February, cowboys, ranchers, rural and urban people travel en masse to the small community of Elko, Nevada, to join with friends, family and all those who share their love of rural life in the west. Together, they listen to poetry and music, learn about cowboy culture in the U.S. and around the world, experience great art, watch western films, learn a craft, and gather together to eat, drink and swap stories. For the last 30 years, thousands of people - both rural and urban - have made this pilgrimage time and time again.
Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing
The non-profit's aim, as stated in the filing, is “The western folklife center is dedicated to exploring, presenting and preserving the diverse and dynamic cultural heritage of the american west. we celebrate the wisdom, artistry and ingenuity of western folkways through exhibitions, educational programs, national radio and television programs, research and preservation projects, our website, and our premier event, "the national cowboy poetry gathering." we nurture connections among rural and ranching cultures globally, exploring universal themes in working traditions and artistic expression, which we believe are vital links to the past, present and future of the american west.”.
When referring to its actions, they were outlined as: “The western folklife center is dedicated to exploring, presenting, and preserving the diverse and dynamic cultural heritage of the american west. we celebrate the wisdom, artistry, and ingenuity of western folkways through exhibitions, educational programs, national radio, and television programs, research and preservation projects, our website, and our premier event, "the national cowboy poetry gathering". we nurture connections among rural and ranching cultures globally, exploring universal themes in working traditions, and artistic expression, which we believe are vital links to the past, present, and future of the american west.”.
- The non-profit has complied with legal obligations by reporting their state of operation as UT.
- The non-profit's address in 2020 is noted in the filing as 501 RAILROAD STREET, ELKO, NV, 89801.
- The non-profit's form for 2020 reports a total of 24 employees.
- 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 greater than $1,000,000.
- Revenue less expenses is -$310,533.
- The salary policy for the CEO of the organization is established through a review and approval by an impartial party.
- The organization elects its board members.
- The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
- The organization has 22 independent voting members.
- The organization was formed in 1980.
- 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 $628,438 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
- The organization pays $146,927 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.