Civic Intelligence

Departure Institute Inc.

EIN 83-1250262 • 501(c)3 • Atlanta, GA

Pub. 78 Eligible990-N Coverage

Profile

The departure institute, an atlanta based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2018 is dedicated to historic preservation activities and education. The institute's goal of "shaping the future through the preservation of the past" is realized through a variety of initiatives and events designed to engage the public on the importance rail travel has had on shaping the country by connecting ideas, advancements and experience. We believe if walls could talk, society would be more tolerant. History connects people with their heritage, fostering a culture that celebrates progress, art and diversity. There are cultural, social, economic, environmental and educational benefits to historic preservation, all of which are interconnected. Historic buildings lend communities unique character and help ensure a meaningful legacy for future generations.

156 Rogers StreetAtlanta, GA 30317

departureinstitute.org

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

93rd percentile

0.97x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 93% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

99th percentile

14.47x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 99% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

23rd percentile

-21%

Higher net margin than 23% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

81st percentile

$0

Higher top officer pay than 81% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 0.0% of source-year revenue.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

47th percentile

-4.0%

Faster asset growth than 47% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

5th percentile

-96%

Faster revenue growth than 5% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Assets

Down

$260,858

Down $10,903 (-4.0%) from 2023

Liabilities

Down

$252,243

Down $7,166 (-2.8%) from 2023

Net Assets

Down

$8,615

Down $3,737 (-30%) from 2023

Revenue

Down

$17,436

Down $378,419 (-96%) from 2023

Expenses

Down

$21,173

Down $190,909 (-90%) from 2023

Net Income

Down

-$3,737

Down $187,510 (-102%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$600K$400K$200K$0-$200KAssets 2021: $54,865Liabilities 2021: $10,251Net Assets 2021: $44,6142021Assets 2022: $329,066Liabilities 2022: $500,487Net Assets 2022: -$171,4212022Assets 2023: $271,761Liabilities 2023: $259,409Net Assets 2023: $12,3522023Assets 2024: $260,858Liabilities 2024: $252,243Net Assets 2024: $8,6152024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$260,858
Liabilities$252,243
Net Assets$8,615

Operations Trend

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$1.0M$500K$0-$500KRevenue 2021: $706,965Expenses 2021: $667,147Net Income 2021: $39,8182021Revenue 2022: $304,968Expenses 2022: $521,003Net Income 2022: -$216,0352022Revenue 2023: $395,855Expenses 2023: $212,082Net Income 2023: $183,7732023Revenue 2024: $17,436Expenses 2024: $21,173Net Income 2024: -$3,7372024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$17,436
Expenses$21,173
Net Income-$3,737

Filings

Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Nov 10, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$17,436
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

The departure institute, an atlanta based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2018 is dedicated to historic preservation activities and education. The institute's goal of "shaping the future through the preservation of the past" is realized through a variety of initiatives and events designed to engage the public on the importance rail travel has had on shaping the country by connecting ideas, advancements and experience. We believe if walls could talk, society would be more tolerant. History connects people with their heritage, fostering a culture that celebrates progress, art and diversity. There are cultural, social, economic, environmental and educational benefits to historic preservation, all of which are interconnected. Historic buildings lend communities unique character and help ensure a meaningful legacy for future generations.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net$14,941$10,569▼ $4,372
Rtn Earn Endowment Incm Other Fnds$12,352$8,615▼ $3,737
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$7,524$993▼ $6,531
Total Assets$271,761$260,858▼ $10,903
Other Assets Total$249,296$249,296→ $0
Liabilities
Other Liabilities$259,409$252,243▼ $7,166
Total Liabilities$259,409$252,243▼ $7,166
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$12,352$8,615▼ $3,737
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$271,761$260,858▼ $10,903

Asset Categories

AssetBook ValueDepreciationBasis
Equipment$10,569$15,235$25,804
Other Assets Org$249,296--
Compensation and Service Providers

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Adam RosenfeltPrincipal of
Maureen MeulenPrincipal of
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$0
Program Service Revenue
$17,436
Investment Income
$0
Other Revenue
$0
Change in Net Assets
$-3,737
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Other Expenses$21,173
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$0
Total Fundraising Expense$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Fees for Services Management$12,805--$12,805
Depreciation Depletion$4,372--$4,372
Information Technology$1,679--$1,679
Other Expenses$362--$362
Office Expenses$150--$150
Total Functional Expenses$21,173$0$0$21,173
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Debt and Bond Financing

Other Reported Liabilities

LiabilityAmount
Due to Aed Intermediate$248,136
Due to Aed$3,745
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
No
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
No
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 2

Adam rosenfelt maureen muelen officer officer significant other

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 11B

The organization will annually provide a copy of the return either in person or by mail for review. The return will be filed upon review approval.

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 12C

Each member, director or officer is required to perform due diligence and review their financial interest and provide prompt and full disclosure of his/her interests to determine if a conflict exists. They are required to submit the details of their financial interest to the board and the board will review the information and determined if the member, director or officer has a conflict and what the corrective action will be, if needed.

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 15A

Any voting member of the governing board who receives compensation, directly or indirectly from the organization for services is precluded from voting on matters pertaining to the member's compensation.

Form 990, Page 6, Part VI, Line 19

Form 990, form 1023 and copies of other policies are aviailable upon request either by mail or in person.

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Departure Institute Inc
EIN
83-1250262
Phone
3107098880
Address
156 ROGERS STREET, ATLANTA, GA 30317

Signing Officer

Name
Maureen Meulen
Title
Principal Officer
Phone
3107098880
Signed
2025-11-10
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Adam Rosenfelt
Formed
2018
Legal Domicile
Ga
Voting Board Members
2
Independent Board Members
2
Employees
0

Preparer

Firm
Wilensky & Co Pc
Address
325 HAMMOND DRIVE SUITE 205, ATLANTA, GA 30328
Preparer
Kevin Wilensky CPA
Phone
4042524996
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

FORM 990 - ORGANIZATION'S MISSION

The departure institute, an atlanta based 501(c)(3) non-profit founded in 2018 is dedicated to historic preservation activities and education. The institute's goal of "shaping the future through the preservation of the past" is realized through a variety of initiatives and events designed to engage the public on the importance rail travel has had on shaping the country by connecting ideas, advancements and experience. We believe if walls could talk, society would be more tolerant. History connects people with their heritage, fostering a culture that celebrates progress, art and diversity. There are cultural, social, economic, environmental and educational benefits to historic preservation, all of which are interconnected. Historic buildings lend communities unique character and help ensure a meaningful legacy for future generations.

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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1ADAM ROSENFELT MAUREEN MUELEN OFFICER OFFICER SIGNIFICANT OTHER
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2THE ORGANIZATION WILL ANNUALLY PROVIDE A COPY OF THE RETURN EITHER IN PERSON OR BY MAIL FOR REVIEW. THE RETURN WILL BE FILED UPON REVIEW APPROVAL.
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt4ANY VOTING MEMBER OF THE GOVERNING BOARD WHO RECEIVES COMPENSATION, DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY FROM THE ORGANIZATION FOR SERVICES IS PRECLUDED FROM VOTING ON MATTERS PERTAINING TO THE MEMBER'S COMPENSATION.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt5FORM 990, FORM 1023 AND COPIES OF OTHER POLICIES ARE AVIAILABLE UPON REQUEST EITHER BY MAIL OR IN PERSON.
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