MAINE CHARITABLE MECHANIC ASSOCIATION Charity Report

Public IRS 990 nonprofit record

MAINE CHARITABLE MECHANIC ASSOCIATION

EIN 01-0248533 · Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations (T0323)

What they do

Mechanics Hall is A Historic Cultural Hub and Member-supported Library In Portland, Maine That Brings Together Bold Ideas, Diverse Voices, and Vibrant Community Through The Arts and Humanities. We Connect Exceptional Thinkers and Artists Spanning Writers, Performers, and Curious Minds of All Ages to Enrich Intellectual Life, Celebrate Creativity, and Spark Meaningful Connection. By Inspiring Curiosity and Empowering Both Emerging and Established Talent, We Work to Shape A More Imaginative, Inclusive, and Connected Future.

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Look at where the money went

Of every $100 spent, about $47.10 was reported for mission work. Use the spending picture below and ask what results that work produced.

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Basic facts we verified

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Money report from 2024The charity has a recent tax report to read.

They explain their jobThe charity tells us what it is trying to do.

They name their leaders17 people are listed in the latest report.

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Money made simple

50.76%of revenue went to mission work47.1% of expenses · Program services

26.89%of revenue went to fundraising25.0% of expenses

$107.78spent for every $100 of revenueSpending was higher than revenue this year.

30.13%of revenue went to management and office costs28.0% of expenses

$2.37in assets for every $1 spent this yearSome assets cannot be spent right away.

48.0%of its money came from giftsOther money may come from services or investments.

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Worth asking: Expenses exceeded revenue by $35,680 this year. Ask whether that was planned or caused by a one-time event.

Pay context: The highest compensation shown in this filing is $77,519 for ANNIE LEAHY (EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR). Compare pay with organizations of similar size and complexity.

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Money

Financial picture

Tax year 2024

A plain-language look at the latest Form 990 figures available. These numbers help you ask better questions; they do not, by themselves, rate whether a charity is good or bad.

$100revenue

How each $100 of revenue was used

The large number compares each expense with revenue. The smaller number shows its share of total expenses.

Total reported revenue$458,357

Mission workProgram services$232,66750.76% of revenue47.1% of expenses

ManagementOffice and general costs$138,09930.13% of revenue28.0% of expenses

FundraisingAsking for donations$123,27126.89% of revenue25.0% of expenses

Total expenses$494,037107.78% of revenue

Expenses were greater than revenue, so the colored ring fills the available $100 and the total above 100% is shown below.

Money in and money out

Revenue$458,357

Expenses$494,037

Annual shortfall $35,680 Expenses were higher than revenue for this filing year.

Reported spending amounts

Mission work means the Form 990 category called program services. These are reported accounting categories—not an independent measurement of results.

Mission work (program services)$232,667 · 47.1% of expenses

Management and office costs$138,099 · 28.0% of expenses

Fundraising$123,271 · 25.0% of expenses

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Revenue$458,357

Expenses$494,037

Assets$1,173,007

Income$459,666

Contributions$219,885

Mission work (program services)$232,667

Fundraising$123,271

Management and general$138,099

Executive compensation (total)$58,484

Stocks and bonds$522,934

Accounting fees$10,610

Investing fees$5,348

People

Leadership and board

Tax year 2024

Names, titles, time, and compensation below are reported by the organization on its Form 990.

People reported as paid

Person and titleCompensation

ANNIE LEAHYEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR · 40 hrs/week $77,519

Compensation alone does not tell whether pay is reasonable. Consider the charity’s size, work, location, and results.

See everyone listed on the board or leadership roster (17)

ANNIE LEAHYEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

PAMELA HAWKESBOARD MEMBER

WILLIAM STAUFFERBOARD PRESIDENT

TREVOR LAVERRIEREBOARD MEMBER

TOM HAUSHALTERSECRETARY

TAFFY FIELDBOARD MEMBER

SUZETTE BOISTREASURER

STUART OBRIENBOARD MEMBER

RICHARD SPENCERBOARD MEMBER

PAUL STEVENSBOARD MEMBER

LEAH RACHINBOARD MEMBER

KRISTOPHER KLEVABOARD MEMBER

JOHN NAPOLITANOBOARD MEMBER

HILARY BASSETTBOARD MEMBER

CJ OPPERTHAUSERBOARD MEMBER

CHANDRA LEISTERVICE PRESIDENT

BRIAN J EVANSBOARD MEMBER

About this charity

Recognized since: January 1943
Location: 519 Congress St, Portland, ME 04101
County: Cumberland
In care of: Annie Leahy
Primary officer: Annie Leahy, Executive Director

How to reach them

WebsiteVisit the charity’s website Emailinfo@mainemechanics.org Phone(207) 773-8396

Filing and classification

Latest tax year: 2024
Tax period began: April 1, 2024
Return type: 990
Tax preparer: PURDY POWERS & COMPANY
NTEE classification: Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations (T0323)
IRS tax category: Professional Organizations