PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS

Financials

From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.

Officers, directors and key employees

As listed on the 990 for the year ended October 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)

PO BOX 215, STONEBORO, PA 16153-0215

Principal officer (990 for 2024)

Shirley McIntire, 2381 Mercer Road, Stoneboro, PA 16153

Signed the 990

Shirley McIntire, President

Phone

(724) 376-2852

Website

www.stoneborofair.info

Return prepared by

Melissa Oakes CPA

Mission

None

Program accomplishments

• The Mercer County Agricultural and Manufacturing Society of Stoneboro organized its fair in 1868. For eight years it was situated on a lot between the heavily traveled train tracks and the town's scenic lake. Due to its popularity, the fair's founders realized the need to expand. In 1876, the fair board purchased 32 lush rolling acres two miles away, filled with shade trees and overlooking the town. It served a home to the newly named "Mercer County Agricultural Society", but more commonly known as "The Great Stoneboro Fair" that is "Always On Labor Day". Soon after the relocation, a half-mile racetrack was constructed and is still one of the finest in the state. The racetrack is a multi-purpose dirt track that is used for harness racing, demolition derbies, truck and tractor pulls and rodeos. Its unique construction includes two tunnels below it as opposite sides for pedestrians and vehicles to enter the exhibit and stage area in the center field. The track is home to outstanding harness racing that has attracted attendees to the fair for well over a century. The fair was very fortunate in receiving the U.S. Trotting Association's Blue Ribbon Fair Award for the best harness racing program in 2002. This honor has been given to only three fairs a year in the whole United State since the award started. Many horses and talented drivers have raced on this track. The track record for trotting was set in 1986 by the horse Laser Almahurst in 2 min. 2 sec. with a local driver H. Brocklehurst. The pacer record was set in 2002 by the horse J.T. Arturo in 1 min 57.2 sec with the driver R. Hammer. Several horse owners stable and train their horses at the fairground year round. Along with the original grandstand, several other buildings were erected before the 1900's and have weathered the course of time. The fine arts hall with vaulted ceilings and spacious display booths on the inside features amateur arts and crafts for competition. The hall is just as popular outside with a rap-around porch offering seating that is welcome respite for fairgoers who can rest and enjoy the sights, sounds and aroma of the fair. Next to the hall is the two-story administrative office where the business of the fair has been conducted for over 100 years. In response to the rising popularity of the fair, many permanent structures were erected. Today there are 2 horse barns, 2 cow barns, and a milking parlor, 4 racehorse stables, the Mohney Show Arena, the Ibbs Agricultural Building, a rabbit building, a wildlife educational building, a steel building for area merchants, numerous lavatories, and the concrete and steel grandstand that can accommodate about 2000 people. Under the grandstand the ample room houses the Stoneboro Lions Club's Concession Stand, displays from local granges and merchants, as well as information booths for political candidates. The Fair has featured a variety of animals. Visitors have been able to see and touch farm animals and learn about wild animals and even exotic animals such as elephants, lions, and camels. Though a farming community, many local children are not closely acquainted with agriculture. The fair directors arrange for the first grade students of Lakeview Schools to attend the fair on Thursday morning free of charge for hands-on learning and lectures by the exhibitors and the Mercer County Federation of Sportsman Club. They top off their visit with ice cream furnished by the Mercer County Diary Princess. Fair food is another treat that visitors come to anticipate year after year. Back in the 1920's and 1930's the Stoneboro Presbyterian Church had a tent where they could serve hot meals. There were very few eating places on the grounds at that time. Now the fair serves as the leading fundraising event for many local organizations. Many people patronize these booths for particular edibles. The Girl Scouts are known for barbequed chicken and pie, the Lions Club for hot sausage and the Stoneboro Fireman for french fries. Many clubs have booths that offer games and raffles. For the sweet eaters, delights abound with Fowler's Taffy, Shannon's Fudge, and Willie's Hot Roasted Peanuts. Of course there are other foods on display for competition, such as home grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and canned goods. After the judging, the baked goods are auctioned off of the highest bidder. While touring the grounds, new farm equipment can be found on display in the center field, along with a petting zoo, singers and musicians performing and merchandise for sale. Over the years people have filled the grandstand to see demolition derbies, tractor and truck pulls, thrill shows, "Miss Mercer County" Pageants, fireworks by Zambelli and musical performances. Back in 1934, a most uncommon sporting event was featured by pitting an American team against a British team in "auto polo". Records were not available as to who won the event. Big-name country western entertainers have graced the grandstand stage including Eddy Arnold, Mickey Gilley, Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Brothers, Tracy Lawrence, Jeannie C. Riley, Trick Pony, and Joe Nichols who was named the Academy of Country Music Top Male Vocalist of the Year for 2003. Other entertainers have been Bobby Vinton, Bobby Rydell, Myron Floren, The BLue Ridge Quartet and the Vogues. In 1964 a local musician, James Wheeler, a tenor soloist for the Fred Waring Glee Club performed. Another local musician, Debbi Burdett, who had appeared in many roles with the New York Gilbert and Sullivan Players, performed in 2002. On Labor Day morning people flock to the fairground early to witness the grand cavalcade. It is a tradition dating back to the early 1900's that celebrates the heritage and agriculture of the community as it winds its way around the racetrack. It is a parade of veteran honor guards, marching bands, live stock, farm machinery, fire engines and Shriner's Zem Zem units. In recent years some of the older fair officials have been given the honor of being named Grand Marshall. In addition to the fair, the grounds have hosted the local meals-on-wheels annual bike-a-thon, the Girl Scouts' summer camp outing and the Antique Power Show. Associations and clubs use the bans and arenas to conduct their events and people throughout the region as far away as Pittsburgh and Erie house their boats, vehicles, campers, and gliders in the building during the winter months. Whether attraction is farming, food, entertainment or just seeing friends and family, the Stoneboro Fair has continued to be Mercer County's fun end-of-the-summer event for more than 140 years.
  Expenses $733,158 · revenue $665,240

What it must file and when

IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in October, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.

IRS record

EIN

25-6002122

Tax-exempt status

501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization

Foundation status

Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))

Exempt since

1991

Accounting year ends

October

Files

Form 990 or 990-EZ

Category (NTEE)

Community improvement and capacity building (S41)

Group exemption

3707: PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSN OF COUNTY FAIRS

Assets (IRS master file)

$1,755,681

Income (IRS master file)

$733,943

Filing history

990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 25-6002122).

Questions about PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS

What is the EIN of PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS?

The employer identification number (EIN) of PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS is 25-6002122.

Is PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS tax-exempt?

Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1991.

Which annual return does PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS file?

Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.

When is the next return of PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS due?

The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending October 31, 2026) is due March 15, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.

When did PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS last file with the IRS?

The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended October 2025.

Who is the principal officer of PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS?

The 990 for the year ended October 31, 2025 names Shirley McIntire.

Who are the officers and directors of PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS?

The 990 for the year ended October 31, 2025 lists 11 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $9,000 (Lisa McClearn-Hicks, Treasurer).

How much revenue does PENNSYLVANIA STATE ASSOCIATION OF COUNTY FAIRS have?

On its 990 for the year ended October 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $715,552, expenses of $757,277 and total assets of $1,755,681 at year end.

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