Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
St Olaf College
Employer identification number
41-0693979
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status
(All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, or Type III supporting organization, check this box
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g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(i) A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the supported organization?
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11g(i)
(ii)
A family member of a person described in (i) above?
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11g(ii)
(iii)
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above?
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11g(iii)
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization
(ii) EIN
(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii) Amount of monetary support
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the
organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to
qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4
Total. Add lines 1 through 3
5
The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included
on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6
Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources...
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions)
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12
13
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here........................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f))
.........
14
15
Public support percentage for 2011 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
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17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2012.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
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b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts-and-circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
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Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization
failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under
the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
2
Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
4
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
5
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
6
Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
b
Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
8
Public support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2008
(b) 2009
(c) 2010
(d) 2011
(e) 2012
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
11
Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
12
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
..
13
Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..
14
First five years.
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2012 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
.........
15
16
Public support percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
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16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2012 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f))
......
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2011 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2012.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....
20
Private foundation.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; and Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Additional Data
Software ID:
12000229
Software Version:
2012v2.0
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TIN:
SCHEDULE E(Form 990 or 990-EZ) Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
SchoolsComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 13,or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 48. Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
St Olaf College
Employer identification number
41-0693979
Part I
YES
NO
1
Does the organization have a racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students by statement in its charter, bylaws,
other governing instrument, or in a resolution of its governing body?
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1
Yes
2
Does the organization include a statement of its racially nondiscriminatory policy toward students in all its
brochures, catalogues, and other written communications with the public dealing with student admissions,
programs, and scholarships?
......................................
2
Yes
3
Has the organization publicized its racially nondiscriminatory policy through newspaper or broadcast media during
the period of solicitation for students, or during the registration period if it has no solicitation program, in a way
that makes the policy known to all parts of the general community it serves? If "Yes," please describe. If "No,"
please explain. If you need more space use Part II.
.............................
3
Yes
4
Does the organization maintain the following?
a
Records indicating the racial composition of the student body, faculty, and administrative staff?
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4a
Yes
b
Records documenting that scholarships and other financial assistance are awarded on a racially nondiscriminatory
Other extracurricular activities?
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5h
No
If you answered "Yes" to any of the above, please explain. If you need more space, use Part II.
6a
Does the organization receive any financial aid or assistance from a governmental agency?
...........
6a
Yes
b
Has the organization's right to such aid ever been revoked or suspended?
...................
6b
No
If you answered "Yes" to either line 6a or line 6b, explain on Part II.
7
Does the organization certify that it has complied with the applicable requirements of sections 4.01 through 4.05
of Rev. Proc. 75-50, 1975-2 C.B. 587, covering racial nondiscrimination? If "No," explain on Part II.
7
Yes
Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50085D
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2012
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Part II
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanations required by Part I, lines 3, 4d, 5h, 6b, and 7, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any other additional information (see instructions).
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule E, Line 3 - Racially Nondiscriminatory Policy Publicized
The College does not engage in signficant advertising activities via newspapers or broadcast media. However, when the College posts job openings in newspapers the applicable discrimination policies are included.
Schedule E, Line 6 - Explanation of Aid or Assistance from Governmental Agency
St. Olaf College participates in the Federal Student Financial Aid Program administered through the U.S. Department of Education. St. Olaf students receive funding from campus based programs (Perkins, SEOG and Federal Work Study) as well as Federal Pell Grants and Federal Student Loans. In addition, St. Olaf students receive funding via the Minnesota State Grant, Work Study and SELF loan programs administered through the Minneosta Office of Higher Education. The College also received other grants through federal and state programs, such as the Department of Education and National Science Foundation.
Schedule E (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2012
Additional Data
Software ID:
12000229
Software Version:
2012v2.0
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TIN:
SCHEDULE O (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ
Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2012
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
St Olaf College
Employer identification number
41-0693979
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule L, Part IV, Col. B
CapGen Advisors -- Former Regent Tomson is a Board MemberBoldt Construction -- Former Regent Boldt is Board Member/OwnerKaren Stitsworth -- Spouse of Officer StitsworthKathleen Doran-Norton -- Spouse of Officer NortonChristopher Brunelle -- Son of Former Regent BrunelleZiegler Inc. -- Former Regent Hoeft is Board Member/OwnerNorth Sky -- Regent Piper is AdvisorAndrea Gelle -- Daughter of Officer GellePriscilla Paton -- Spouse of Officer Anderson
Schedule K, Part IV, Line 4 - 6
Gross proceeds from the 'Issue A' were invested in two GIC contracts. The first is noted on Schedule K. The second was provided by MBIA Inc. The term was 13 months. The regulatory safe harbor for establishing the fair market value of the GIC was satisfied. Gross proceeds were not invested beyond a temporary period.
Schedule K, Part III, Line 5
For 'Issue A', St. Olaf calculated that 0.19% of financed property is in private business use as a result of unrelated trade or business. The tax software used to prepare the return only allowed reporting a whole number.
Form 990, Part VI - Governing Body
The ByLaws, Article VII, section 7.04 states that "The Executive Committee of the Board of Regents shall be composed of those individuals designated by the Board of Regents from time to time. The Executive Committee shall act only during intervals between meetings of the Board of Regents and shall at all times be subject to the control and direction of the Board of Regents. During such intervals, and subject to such control and direction, the Executive Committee shall have and may exercise all of the authority and powers of the Board of Regents in the management and affairs of the Corporation, subject to such limitations as the Board of Regents may impose. The Executive Committee shall keep regular minutes of its proceedings and report the same to the Board of Regents." During tax year 2012, the committee's members were Addison Piper, Lawrence Stranghoener, Kristine Johnson, Kevin Bethke, Philip Milne, Nancy Anderson, Glenn Taylor, Larry Rasmussen and David Anderson.
Form 990, Part I - Organization's Mission
St. Olaf College, a four-year college of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, provides an education committed to the liberal arts, rooted in the Christian Gospel, and incorporating a global perspective. In the conviction that life is more than a livelihood, it focuses on what is ultimately worthwhile and fosters the development of the whole person in mind, body, and spirit.Now in its second century, St. Olaf College remains dedicated to the high standards set by its Norwegian immigrant founders. In the spirit of free inquiry and free expression, it offers a distinctive environment that integrates teaching, scholarship, creative activity, and opportunities for encounter with the Christian Gospel and God's call to faith. The college intends that its graduates combine academic excellence and theological literacy with a commitment to lifelong learning.St. Olaf College strives to be an inclusive community, respecting those of differing backgrounds and beliefs. Through its curriculum, campus life, and off-campus programs, it stimulates students' critical thinking and heightens their moral sensitivity; it encourages them to be seekers of truth, leading lives of unselfish service to others; and it challenges them to be responsible and knowledgeable citizens of the world.
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9
Other Changes In Net Assets Or Fund Balances - Other Increases
Interest Rate Swap Adjustment = $7077
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9
Other Changes In Net Assets Or Fund Balances - Other Increases
Gain from Insurance Receivable Estimate = $216086
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9
Other Changes In Net Assets Or Fund Balances - Other Increases
Adjustment to actuarial libility for annuities payable = $3256619
Form 990, Part XI, Line 9
Other Changes In Net Assets Or Fund Balances - Other Increases
Adj to prior service cost and actuarial liabi retiree health = $1558552
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19
Form 990, Part VI, Line 19: Other Organization Documents Publicly Available
The College's governing documents and conflict of interest policy are available upon request of the Treasurer's Office. The annual form 990, 990T, and financial statements are available on the College's website as well as upon the request of the Treasurer's Office.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b: Compensation Review and Approval Process for Officers and Key Employees
Comparative data for the primary Vice Presidents is gathered from CUPA survey data from the 26 members of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM) and the Great Lakes Colleges Association (GLCA) and for the 24 St. Olaf "Peer Group" liberal arts colleges. The executive committee of the Board of Regents reviews this data and sets the salary for the President. The executive committee considers the recommendation the President makes regarding the other key officers and then sets their salary. The Chair of the Board reviews the decision of the executive committee with the full Board of Regents during an executive session of the Board. The Chair of the Board sends a letter to the VP & Treasurer indicating the new salary for the President and documenting the process followed to establish it. That letter is filed with Human Resources. The President reports the new salary for the key Vice Presidents to Human Resources.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a
Form 990, Part VI, Line 15a: Compensation Review & Approval Process - CEO, Top Management
Comparative data for the President is gathered from CUPA survey data from the 26 members of the Associated Colleges of the Midwest (ACM) and the Great Lakes Colleges Association (GLCA) and for the 24 St. Olaf "Peer Group" liberal arts colleges. The executive committee of the Board of Regents reviews this data and sets the salary for the President. The executive committee considers the recommendation the President makes regarding the other key officers and then sets their salary. The Chair of the Board reviews the decision of the executive committee with the full Board of Regents during an executive session of the Board. The Chair of the Board sends a letter to the VP & Treasurer indicating the new salary for the President and documenting the process followed to establish it. That letter is filed with Human Resources. The President reports the new salary for the key Vice Presidents to Human Resources.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c
Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c: Explanation of Monitoring and Enforcement of Conflicts
On an annual basis, a Conflict of Interest Questionnaire is circulated to the Board of Regents and Officers. The Questionnaire requires the individual to disclose any relationships or transactions that would result or appear to result in a Conflict of Interest. The College collects and reviews the forms and discusses whether the appropriate actions have been taken in voting, discussions, and other meetings to properly recognize the conflict. Restrictions, such as being unable to participate in voting or discussions, may be imposed on any individual who has a conflict. In general, any identified conflict of interest is monitored by the Treasurer(for financial statement reporting purposes) and the President's Office (to ensure compliance, proper considerations are made at meetings).
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b
Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b: Form 990 Review Process
To review the 990, the Board of Regents delegated the detail review process to the Audit Sub-Committee. On February 12, 2014 the Sub-Committee reviewed and approved the Form in its entirety. In addition, the form (not including Schedule B) was circulated to all members of the Board of Regents prior to the filing date.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 7b
Form 990, Part VI, Line 7b: Describe Decisions of Governing Body Approval by Members or Shareholders
Certain decisions made by the Board of Regents, such as election of Regents and changes to by-laws, must be approved by all members of the Corporation.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 7a
Form 990, Part VI, Line 7a: How Members or Shareholders Elect Governing Body
The primary decision-making members of the Corporation are the Board of Regents. However, the members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Churchwide assemblies as well as the Officers of the Church are involved whenever changes are made to the Board of Regents or when the Articles of Incorporation are amended.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 6
Form 990, Part VI, Line 6: Explanation of Classes of Members or Shareholder
The Articles of Incorporation of St. Olaf College describe its members as being:(a) The members of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Churchwide assemblies entitled to vote at such meetings chosen in accordance with the discipline and usage of such Church, or its successor. Such members shall remain members of the Corporation until the convening of the succeeding Churchwide assembly of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America at which time such members shall give place to the members entitled to vote at such succeeding Churchwide assembly, in accordance with the discipline and usage of said Church, or its successor.(b) The officers of the Church(c) The President of the Corporation, and(d) The members of the Board of Regents of the Corporation.
Form 990, Part VI, Line 2
Form 990, Part VI, Line 2: Description of Business or Family Relationship of Officers, Directors, Et
Business Relationship: Regent Piper and Regent K. Johnson and Regent SalvesonBusiness Relationship: Regent K. Johnson and Regent GrottingBusiness Relationship: Regent Maudlin and Regent Gafkjen
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.