Museum of Human Achievement

“The organization's Board of Directors provides active governance and oversight, and MoHA continues to engage in board development to align governance capacity with the scale of its programs and assets.”

“All members of the Board of Directors are provided a complete copy of Form 990 for review before the form is filed”

“A potential conflict of interest arises when an Interest Person has a financial interest in a transaction or arrangement with the Corporation that is, or could be perceived as being, incompatible with the impartial, objective and effective performance of such person's duties do the Corporation. In the event of a potential conflict of interest, an Interested Person must disclose the existence of the financial interest and be given the opportunity to disclose all material facts to the directors and members of appropriate committees with governing board delegated powers considering the proposed transaction or arrangement. In addition the foregoing, any director, principal officer, or member of a committee with governing board delegated powers must disclose any potential conflict of interest prior to assuming office. This is monitored by the Board of Directors throughout the year as part of the annual review of vendors contracts.”

“The Board of Directors review and approve the Executive Director's salary.”

“A copy of the organization's 990 is made available to the public online at moha.wiki”

“Copies of the organization's policies (including the whistle blower policy and record retention and destruction policies), governing documents, and financial statements are maintained on site and available for review upon request.”

“Program service expenses support MoHA's mission to provide free and subsidized space, professional development, and public programming for artists and audiences. In 2024, these activities resulted in increased access to paid residency and exhibition opportunities, stable workspace, and grant funding for participating artists and organizations, with program revenue intentionally limited to maintain affordability and broad public access.”

“Fundraising expenses remain low in 2024 due to the organization's reliance on staff-led grant writing and relationship-based philanthropy. This approach prioritizes efficiency and directs the majority of resources toward program services and direct artist support.”

“In 2024, MoHA acquired its East Austin campus property at 3600 Lyons Rd, financed through a long-term loan. This acquisition secures MoHA's permanent presence in the community and eliminates lease risk.”

“In 2024, MoHA reported an operating deficit reflecting intentional investment in aquiring its current property, expanded programming, increased artist payments, and campus operations during a year of organizational growth. These costs were supported by prior-year reserves, and the organization maintained positive net assets at year end.”

“Adjustment is to correct for prior period interest paid on a long-term loan.”

“In 2024, MoHA acquired its East Austin campus property at 3600 Lyons Rd, financed through a long-term loan. This acquisition secures MoHA's permanent presence in the community and eliminates lease risk.”