Nonprofit · EIN 36-3336499
MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION
Tax-exempt · MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 30, 2025 | 990 | $313,512 | $397,257 | -$83,745 | $214,326 | $29,515 | $184,811 |
| September 30, 2024 | 990 | $312,786 | $381,466 | -$68,680 | $292,444 | $25,189 | $267,255 |
| September 30, 2023 | 990 | $305,590 | $301,065 | $4,525 | $333,005 | $7,109 | $325,896 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $86,265
- of which government grants
- $28,269
- Membership dues
- $38,500
- Program service revenue
- $199,557
- Investment income
- $9,544
- Net gain from sales of assets
- $2,813
- Net income from gaming
- $2,584
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $10,293
- Other revenue
- $18,146
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $80,016
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $80,016
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Legal fees
- $2,699
- Accounting fees
- $11,135
- Occupancy
- $72,207
- Travel
- $12,940
- Program services (functional)
- $335,487
- Management and general (functional)
- $56,769
- Fundraising (functional)
- $5,001
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $292,444
- Total assets, end of year
- $214,326
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $29,515
- Net assets, end of year
- $184,811
- Publicly traded securities
- $76,479
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $118,581
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $66,230
- Gross unrelated business income
- $5,269
- Gross receipts
- $318,451
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 150
- Year formed
- 1979
- State of legal domicile
- MN
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 September 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Willits | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $80,016 |
| Dale Gruber | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Edie Loy | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rudolph Marti | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Nathan Ertl | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Evonne Bilotta-Burke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lucy Weberling | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Penelope Hillemann | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Brett Day | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Sophie Galep | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Russell Lane | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2024: 14 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ross Willits | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $29,776 |
| Lucy Weberling | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Dale Gruber | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| George Rothenberger | Director Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Edie Loy | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rudolph Marti | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Marty Marrone | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Kim Curtis-Monson | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Nathan Ertl | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Evonne Bilotta-Burke | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Penelope Hillemann | President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Brett Day | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Russell Lane | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Sophie Galep | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
990 for the year ended September 30, 2023: 13 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edie Loy | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Lucy Weberling | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Dale Gruber | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Mabel Houle | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Russell Lane | Director Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rudolph Marti | Director Trustee or director | 3 | $0 |
| Jim Franczyk | Treasurer (Sept 22 to Jan 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Michael Wallin | Treasurer (Jan 23 to June 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| George Rothenberger | Treasurer (June 23 to Sept 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Jason Juran | Vice President (Oct 22 to Jan 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Brett Day | Vice President (Jan 23 to Sept 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Nicolas Hentges | President (Oct 22 to Jan 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Penelope Hillemann | Secretary (Oct 22 to Jan 23)/President (Jan 23 to Sept 23) Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 16408, MINNEAPOLIS, MN 55416-0408
- In care of
- % PENELOPE HILLEMANN
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Dale Gruber, PO Box 16408, Minneapolis, MN 55416
- Signed the 990
- Dale Gruber, President
- Phone
- (612) 216-8624
- Website
- minnesotabluegrass.org
- Return prepared by
- BWK Rogers PC
Mission
To preserve and promote bluegrass and old-time stringband music in and around the state of Minnesota, honoring tradition and encouraging innovation.
Program accomplishments
- MBOTMA is a volunteer organization dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of American string band music. Four multi-day events were held this year. Events consist of performances by local and national acts, workshops, educational opportunities for aspiring players, and opportunities for amateur players to play together.Expenses $298,234 · revenue $209,850
- Minnesota Bluegrass Magazine is a monthly magazine published by the Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association. It offers a comprehensive calendar of live music events and features stories of interest related to the organization's mission. It is a resource of music, playing, listening, and educational opportunities for our membership.Expenses $29,665
- MBOTMA offers membership opportunities to string band musicians in and around Minnesota with a number of membership benefits, including connection to a network of fellow musicians, advance booking to festivals, and a subscription to the Minnesota Bluegrass Magazine.Expenses $7,588
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 September, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | September 30, 2026 | February 16, 2027 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | September 30, 2025 | February 17, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | September 30, 2024 | February 18, 2025 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 36-3336499
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 1985
- Accounting year ends
- September
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $214,326
- Income (IRS master file)
- $318,451
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | September 2025 | $313,512 | $397,257 | $214,326 | XML |
| 990-T | September 2025 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2024 | $312,786 | $381,466 | $292,444 | XML |
| 990-T | September 2024 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2023 | $305,590 | $301,065 | $333,005 | XML |
| 990-T | September 2023 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2022 | $378,486 | $339,057 | $325,538 | IRS |
| 990-T | September 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-T | September 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | September 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
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 36-3336499).
Questions about MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION
- What is the EIN of MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION is 36-3336499.
- Is MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1985.
- Are donations to MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION 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 MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending September 30, 2026) is due February 16, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended September 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 names Dale Gruber.
- Who are the officers and directors of MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION?
- The 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 lists 11 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $80,016 (Ross Willits, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does MINNESOTA BLUEGRASS AND OLD TIME MUSIC ASSOCIATION have?
- On its 990 for the year ended September 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $313,512, expenses of $397,257 and total assets of $214,326 at year end.
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