Form990
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Department of the TreasuryInternal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private
foundations)
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OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
A For the 2015 calendar year, or tax year beginning 01-01-2015 , and ending 12-31-2015
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
 
Doing business as
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
1100 ROCK AND ROLL BOULEVARD
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
CLEVELAND, OH441141022
D Employer identification number

34-1520995
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 33,719,639
F Name and address of principal officer:
GREG HARRIS
1100 ROCKROLL BLVD
CLEVELAND,OH44114
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
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Website:MediumBullet
WWW.ROCKHALL.COM
H(a)
Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b)
Are all subordinates
included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:  
L Year of formation: 1985
M State of legal domicile: OH
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: THE MISSION OF THE MUSEUM IS TO ENGAGE, TEACH, AND INSPIRE THROUGH THE POWER OF ROCK AND ROLL. SEE SCHEDULE O FOR FURTHER DETAILS.
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) ........ 3 10
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) ..... 4 9
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2015 (Part V, line 2a) ...... 5 169
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) ............. 6 52
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 ........ 7a 2,266,178
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 ......... 7b 843,591
Revenues Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 7,024,540 9,654,494
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 8,639,276 9,156,021
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 636,769 1,518,126
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) 3,641,997 4,140,083
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) 19,942,582 24,468,724
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 9,000 12,000
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4)..... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 8,648,422 9,385,313
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e) ..... 0 0
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet1,128,586    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e).... 11,666,472 16,603,411
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 20,323,894 26,000,724
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12....... -381,312 -1,532,000
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............. 92,224,882 89,664,902
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............. 4,221,421 4,830,235
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20..... 88,003,461 84,834,667
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y Form 990 (2015)
Form 990 (2015)
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Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III ..............
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: SEE SCHEDULE OTHE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM'S MISSION IS TO "ENGAGE, TEACH, AND INSPIRE THROUGH THE POWER OF ROCK AND ROLL". IT CARRIES OUT THIS MISSION THROUGH ITS OPERATION OF A WORLD-CLASS MUSEUM THAT COLLECTS, PRESERVES, EXHIBITS, AND INTERPRETS THIS ART FORM THROUGH ITS LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES AS WELL AS ITS EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? .....................
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services? ...........................
If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 14,377,930 including grants of $ 12,000 ) (Revenue $ 9,463,039 )
SEE SCHEDULE OMuseum Operations: The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum has established itself as the pre-eminent home for the celebration and study of rock and roll. It is a world-class museum and Library and Archives that educates its visitors about the history of rock and roll, from its roots to the present, and about rock and roll's impact on our culture and society. It accomplishes all of this with seven floors of exhibits, which underwent a major renovation in 2011, featuring thousands of historic artifacts, as well as numerous films and interactive exhibits. In addition to the permanent exhibits, the Museum curates several new temporary exhibits each year which focus on individual artists, various genres of music or important anniversaries of historic events. In 2015, the temporary exhibits featured Herb Ritts: The Rock Portraits, Never Give Up: Alternative Press at 30, Graham Nash: Touching the Flame, and Smokey Robinson Spotlight. Further, the Museum hosted community festivals celebrating the heritage of various ethnic music, and produced several other music programs including Battle of the Corporate Bands, Sonic Sessions, and the Tri-C High School Rock Off. The Library & Archives, for which the Museum has been collecting artifacts since it opened in 1995, helps the Museum fulfill its mission by making one-of-a-kind audio and video recordings, promotional materials, personal papers and business records of popular music's most influential figures accessible to the public for the first time. The Library and Archives also enhances the Museum's education programs at the university level.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 5,844,097 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 925,025 )
2015 Induction Ceremony: Held tri-annually in Cleveland, the 2015 Induction Ceremony was hosted by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum and open to the public. In addition to the ceremony itself, special events including concerts, lectures, classes, exhibits and celebrations, occurred throughout the entire week leading up to the Induction Ceremony. In order to be nominated for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of fame, an act must have released its first single or album at least 25 years prior to the year of nomination.
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 351,468 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 194,334 )
American Music Masters Series Program: Annual program honors a Hall of Fame Inductee and highlights his/her accomplishments and influences on rock and roll. The programming includes an interdisciplinary conference and panel discussion, performances in tribute of the artist, and an exhibit on the honoree at the Museum. The 20th annual series honored Smokey Robinson. Through this series, the Museum further achieves its goal of increasing public knowledge and appreciation for rock and roll music and its history.
(Code:   ) (Expenses $ 270,248 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 58,167 )
OTHER EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS
4d Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $ 270,248 including grants of $ 0 ) (Revenue $ 58,167 )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet20,843,743
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes," complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)? Click to see attachment...
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IClick to see attachment.............
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h) election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIClick to see attachment..............
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part IIIClick to see attachment.................
5
 
No
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment..................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment.............
8
Yes
 
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment..............
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments, permanent endowments, or quasi-endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment......
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment...................
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIClick to see attachment.......
11b
 
No
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIIIClick to see attachment.......
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IXClick to see attachment............
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11e
 
No
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part XClick to see attachment
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Parts XI and XII Click to see attachment.................
12a
 
No
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
Yes
 
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States? .....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV.........
14b
 
No
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV.....
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV...
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I (see instructions) ....Click to see attachment
17
 
No
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II............ Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III...................Click to see attachment
19
 
No
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H....
20a
 
No
b
If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
20b
 
 
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Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.....Click to see attachment
21
 
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III........Click to see attachment
22
Yes
 
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes," complete Schedule J....................... Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a...............
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds? ...............
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I............
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I ...................
25b
 
No
26
Did the organization report any amount on Part X, line 5, 6, or 22 for receivables from or payables to any current or former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, or disqualified persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part II ................
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member, or to a 35% controlled entity or family member of any of these persons? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part III.........
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L,
Part IV ........................
28a
 
No
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV.....................
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or direct or indirect owner? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part IV...
28c
 
No
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M..Click to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .............Click to see attachment
30
Yes
 
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part I.
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete Schedule N, Part II ...........
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part I ........Click to see attachment
33
Yes
 
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV, and Part V, line 1.........................Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35a
Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
35a
 
No
b
If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 ...
35b
 
 
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2............. Click to see attachment
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V...........
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096 Enter -0- if not applicable ..
1a
136
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable .
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return ..................
2a
169
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?...
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O...
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial account)? ..
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBullet
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR).
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? ..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ............
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? ...
6a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible? ......................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided? .....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282? .........................
7c
 
No
d
If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract? ..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required? ......................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C? ..........................
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
Did a donor advised fund maintained by the sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year? .........................
8
 
 
9a
Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?...
9a
 
 
b
Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?...
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ..........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans ....
13b
 
c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand ............
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI ..............
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year
1a
10
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent
1b
9
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? .
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed? ...........................
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
 
No
7a
Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or more members of the governing body? ....................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders, or persons other than the governing body? ...................
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .......................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O.......
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form? ............................
11a
Yes
 
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990. .....
12a
Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ..........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe in Schedule O how this was done...................
12c
Yes
 
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
AL , AK , AR , CA , CO , CT , DC , FL , GA , HI , IL , KS , KY , ME , MD , MA , MI , MN , MS , NH , NJ , NM , NY , NC , ND , OH , OK , OR , PA , RI , SC , TN , UT , VA , WA , WV , WI
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
MediumBulletBRIAN KENYON EXEC VP CFO1100 ROCK AND ROLL BLVD   CLEVELAND,OH44114 (216) 781-7625
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Page 7
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII ..............
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(1) Dan Walsh......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(2) Chris Connor......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(3) Rob Light......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(4) Benjamin F Needell......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(5) Joel Peresman......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
40.00 		X           0 410,719 18,080
(6) William Rowley......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 4.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(7) Curtis Schenker......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(8) Jared Chaney......................................................................
Trustee/Member
 1.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(9) Jann S Wenner......................................................................
Trustee/Member, Co-Chair
 2.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(10) Alec Wightman......................................................................
Trustee/Member, Co-Chair
 8.00
.................
0.00 		X           0 0 0
(11) Greg Harris......................................................................
President & CEO
 40.00
.................
0.00 		    X       399,578 0 43,553
(12) Brian Kenyon......................................................................
Exec. VP & CFO
 40.00
.................
0.00 		    X       325,888 0 43,325
(13) Todd Mesek......................................................................
VP-Communications
 40.00
.................
0.00 		      X     175,399 0 17,792
(14) Caprice Bragg......................................................................
VP-Development
 40.00
.................
0.00 		      X     197,343 0 20,407
(15) KAREN HERMAN......................................................................
VP-COLLECTION&CUR.AFF.
 40.00
.................
0.00 		      X     189,786 0 26,283
(16) Lauren Onkey......................................................................
VP-Education
 40.00
.................
0.00 		        X   149,852 0 15,139
(17) Laurie Kosanovich......................................................................
Legal Counsel
 32.00
.................
0.00 		        X   121,501 0 19,142
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Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (list any hours for related organizations below dotted line) 		(C)
Position (do not check more than one box, unless person is both an officer and a director/trustee) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; OfficerInd; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; FormerOfcrDirectorTrusteeInd;
(18) Diane McChesney........................................................................
Sr. Director of Finance
 40.00
.......................0.00 		        X   157,401 0 24,670
(19) MARC CHECK........................................................................
VP-INFO.TECHNOLOGY
 40.00
.......................0.00 		        X   115,159 0 13,498
(20) CRAIG INCIARDI........................................................................
CURATOR&DIR-ACQUISITIONS
 40.00
.......................0.00 		        X   122,928 0 28,227




















1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)...........MediumBullet 1,954,835 410,719 270,116
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization MediumBullet12
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual ..............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person ........
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
GREENDAY SYSTEMS LLC

35595 CURTIS BLVD UNIT A
EASTLAKE,OH44095 		ORDER FULFILL.&STORAGE 173,403
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization MediumBullet1
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Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .............
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512-514
Contributions, Gifts, GrantAmt and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues..1b 819,041
c Fundraising events..1c 2,083,991
d Related organizations1d 782,225
e Government grants (contributions)1e 3,478,750
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above1f 2,490,487
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 65,174
h Total.Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 9,654,494
Program Service RevenueAmt Business Code
2a ADMISSIONS 900099 7,754,804 7,754,804    
b INDUCTION CEREMONY 900099 855,081 855,081    
c OTHER PROGRAM REVENUE 900099 294,564 294,564    
d CAFE REVENUE 722210 183,463     183,463
e EXHIBIT RENTAL 900099 44,958 44,958    
f All other program service revenue. 23,151 23,151    
g Total.Add lines 2a–2f.....MediumBullet 9,156,021
OtherAmt RevenueAmt 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and othersimilar amounts) ..........MediumBullet 401,132   1,769 399,363
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceedsMediumBullet        
5 Royalties...........MediumBullet 258,447     258,447
(ii) Personal (i) Real
6a Gross rents 654,552  
b Less: rental expenses 225,520  
c Rental income or (loss) 429,032  
d Net rental income or (loss)......MediumBullet 429,032 2,208 426,824  
(ii) Other (i) Securities
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory   6,447,125
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses   5,330,131
c Gain or (loss)   1,116,994
d Net gain or (loss).....MediumBullet 1,116,994     1,116,994
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including $ 2,083,991of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ....
a 544,793
b Less: direct expenses ...b 666,946
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet -122,153   -122,153
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities..MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances ..
a 6,369,382
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b 3,028,318
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 3,341,064 1,572,445 1,768,619  
Business Code Miscellaneous Revenue
11a SATELLITE TOWER 900099 71,373     71,373
b PROMOTIONS REVENUE 900004 68,966   68,966  
c SERVICE FEE REVENUE 900099 47,568 47,568    
d All other revenue .... 45,786 45,786    
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ...... MediumBullet 233,693
12 Total revenue. See Instructions......MediumBullet 24,468,724 10,640,565 2,266,178 1,907,487
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ..............
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21    
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States. See Part IV, line 22 12,000 12,000
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the United States. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 1,016,896 482,376 355,439 179,081
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....        
7 Other salaries and wages 6,621,990 4,651,679 1,617,048 353,263
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section 401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions) .... 217,600 154,954 48,581 14,065
9 Other employee benefits ....... 995,910 747,486 203,922 44,502
10 Payroll taxes ........... 532,917 373,065 127,812 32,040
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ...... 472,924 229,231 243,693  
b Legal ......... 252,295 206,185 39,114 6,996
c Accounting ........... 74,248   74,248  
d Lobbying ........... 141,450 66,400   75,050
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17    
f Investment management fees ...... 39,946   39,946  
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule O) 7,941   7,941  
12 Advertising and promotion .... 624,139 624,139    
13 Office expenses ....... 1,435,088 1,159,369 175,473 100,246
14 Information technology ...... 53,056 25,070 24,107 3,879
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 1,320,732 1,191,051 117,129 12,552
17 Travel ............ 1,274,287 1,084,709 43,573 146,005
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials .        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings .... 52,542 29,095 22,957 490
20 Interest ........... 20,000 18,000 1,800 200
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization .. 3,357,300 3,150,201 187,370 19,729
23 Insurance ... 102,461 94,104 7,521 836
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above (List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a DEVEL.&INDUCTION CEREMO 4,893,350 4,764,282 24,208 104,860
b MUSEUM STORE EXPENSES 862,577 418,005 444,572  
c CURATORIAL/EXHIBIT/ARCH 605,790 605,790    
d EDUCATIONAL EXPENSES 378,141 378,141    
e All other expenses 635,144 378,411 221,941 34,792
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e 26,000,724 20,843,743 4,028,395 1,128,586
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation. Check here MediumBullet if following SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720).        
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Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX ..............
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash–non-interest-bearing ........ 36,784 1 115,002
2 Savings and temporary cash investments ......... 7,440,459 2 11,196,322
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ...... 4,468,391 3 2,367,602
4 Accounts receivable, net ............. 397,605 4 714,361
5 Loans and other receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of Schedule L
  5  
6 Loans and other receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)), persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B), and contributing employers and sponsoring organizations of section 501(c)(9) voluntary employees' beneficiary organizations (see instructions) Complete Part II of Schedule L
  6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ....   7  
8 Inventories for sale or use ........ 486,054 8 565,976
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ...... 271,935 9 218,879
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 117,796,273
b Less: accumulated depreciation 10b 58,550,195 61,873,507 10c 59,246,078
11 Investments—publicly traded securities . 17,250,147 11 15,240,682
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 .....   12  
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets ...............   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ...........   15  
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 92,224,882 16 89,664,902
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses ..... 2,190,337 17 2,663,319
18 Grants payable ...   18  
19 Deferred revenue ......... 1,031,084 19 1,166,916
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities .........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D   21  
22 Loans and other payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties .. 1,000,000 24 1,000,000
25 Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17-24). Complete Part X of Schedule D   25  
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25.. 4,221,421 26 4,830,235
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets 29,107,922 27 29,482,985
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ........... 58,895,539 28 55,340,682
29 Permanently restricted net assets   29 11,000
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117 (ASC 958), check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund ...   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ........... 88,003,461 33 84,834,667
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ........ 92,224,882 34 89,664,902
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI ..............
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) ............
1
24,468,724
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) ............
2
26,000,724
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ..............
3
-1,532,000
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) ..
4
88,003,461
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments ...............
5
-1,636,794
6
Donated services and use of facilities .................
6
 
7
Investment expenses .....................
7
 
8
Prior period adjustments .....................
8
 
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) ........
9
0
10
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B))
10
84,834,667
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .............
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
 
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
2b
Yes
 
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
c
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
Yes
 
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O.
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133?
3a
 
No
b
If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
 
 
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Form 990 (2015)
Additional Data


Software ID:  
Software Version:  
Form 990, Special Condition Description:
Special Condition Description
SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

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.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrow Information about Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
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
6
7
8
9
10
11
a
b
c
d
e
f
Enter the number of supported organizations ..............  

g
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 (see instructions)) (iv) Is the organization listed in your governing document? (v) Amount of monetary support (see instructions) (vi) Amount of other support (see instructions)
Yes No
Total      

For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any unusual grants.) .... 9,249,634 7,077,486 5,644,817 7,024,540 9,654,494 38,650,971
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 9,249,634 7,077,486 5,644,817 7,024,540 9,654,494 38,650,971
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).. 895,046
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from line 4. 37,755,925
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 9,249,634 7,077,486 5,644,817 7,024,540 9,654,494 38,650,971
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources... 601,702 734,386 701,539 852,149 731,391 3,621,167
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.. 976,515 896,884 781,019 783,309 844,591 4,282,318
10 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part VI.)..            
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through 10. 46,554,456
12
12
49,142,983
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization, check this box and stop here........................................right arrow
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
81.100 %
15
15
83.330 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions ..................................................... right arrow
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (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) right arrow (a) 2011 (b) 2012 (c) 2013 (d) 2014 (e) 2015 (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 VI.) ..            
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c, 11, and 12.)..            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 11 of Part I. If you checked 11a of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you checked 11b of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked 11c of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked 11d of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
 
 
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer (b) and (c) below.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization made the determination.
3b
 
 
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
3c
 
 
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if you checked 11a or 11b in Part I, answer (b) and (c) below.
4a
 
 
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
4b
 
 
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
4c
 
 
5a
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer (b) and (c) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by amendment to the organizing document).
5a
 
 
b
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the organization's organizing document?
5b
 
 
c
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
 
 
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
 
 
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor (defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) .
7
 
 
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described in line 7? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ).
8
 
 
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9a
 
 
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9b
 
 
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined in line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from, assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
9c
 
 
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f) (regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III non-functionally integrated supporting organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
10a
 
 
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine whether the organization had excess business holdings).
10b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part IV
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
11
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (b) and (c) below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
 
 
b
A family member of a person described in (a) above?
11b
 
 
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (a) or (b) above? If “Yes” to a, b, or c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
 
 
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
1
 
 
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting organization.
2
 
 
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported organization(s).
1
 
 
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
Yes
No
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
1
 
 
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
2
 
 
3
By reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this regard.
3
 
 
Section E. Type III Functionally-Integrated Supporting Organizations
1
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
b
c
2
Activities Test. Answer (a) and (b) below.
Yes
No
a
Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities constituted substantially all of its activities.
2a
 
 
b
Did the activities described in (a) constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s involvement.
2b
 
 
3
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer (a) and (b) below.
a
Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part VI.
3a
 
 
b
Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3b
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Section A - Adjusted Net Income (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Net short-term capital gain 1    
2 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 2    
3 Other gross income (see instructions) 3    
4 Add lines 1 through 3 4    
5 Depreciation and depletion 5    
6 Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held for production of income (see instructions) 6    
7 Other expenses (see instructions) 7    
8 Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4) 8    

Section B - Minimum Asset Amount (A) Prior Year (B) Current Year
(optional)
1 Aggregate fair market value of all non-exempt-use assets (see instructions for short tax year or assets held for part of year): 1
a Average monthly value of securities 1a    
b Average monthly cash balances 1b    
c Fair market value of other non-exempt-use assets 1c    
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c) 1d    
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):  
2 Acquisition indebtedness applicable to non-exempt use assets 2    
3 Subtract line 2 from line 1d 3    
4 Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 1-1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see instructions). 4    
5 Net value of non-exempt-use assets (subtract line 4 from line 3) 5    
6 Multiply line 5 by .035 6    
7 Recoveries of prior-year distributions 7    
8 Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6) 8    

Section C - Distributable Amount Current Year
1 Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A) 1  
2 Enter 85% of line 1 2  
3 Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A) 3  
4 Enter greater of line 2 or line 3 4  
5 Income tax imposed in prior year 5  
6 Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency temporary reduction (see instructions) 6  
7
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Page 7
Part V
Type III Non-Functionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations (continued)
Section D - Distributions Current Year
1 Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes  
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity		  
3 Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations  
4 Amounts paid to acquire exempt-use assets  
5 Qualified set-aside amounts (prior IRS approval required)  
6 Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions  
7Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.  
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions		  
9 Distributable amount for 2015 from Section C, line 6  
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount  

Section E - Distribution Allocations (see instructions) (i)
Excess Distributions 		(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre-2015 		(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2015
1 Distributable amount for 2015 from Section C, line
6 		 
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2015
(reasonable cause required--see instructions)		  
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2015:
a
b
c
d From 2013.......  
e From 2014.......  
fTotal of lines 3a through e  
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
h Applied to 2015 distributable amount  
i Carryover from 2010 not applied (see
instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f.  
4Distributions for 2015 from Section D, line 7:
$  
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years  
b Applied to 2015 distributable amount  
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4.  
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2015, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2
(if amount greater than zero, see instructions)		  
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2015. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1 (if amount greater than
zero, see instructions)		  
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2016. Add lines
3j and 4c.		  
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a
b
c Excess from 2013.......  
d From 2014.......  
e From 2015.......  
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) (2015)

Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Page 8
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12; Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV, Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V, Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Arrow Bullet Information about Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
Special Rules
......... Arrow Bullet $  
Caution. An organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its
Form 990-EZ or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015) Page 2
Name of organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC 		Employer identification number
34-1520995
Part I
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
 
 

   
 
 
  ,    

$ RESTRICTED


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Total contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

   
 
 

$  


(Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Page 3
Name of organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC 		Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part II
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)
Page 4
Name of organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC 		Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet$  
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
(a)
No.from Part I		 (b) Purpose of gift (c) Use of gift (d) Description of how gift is held
 
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
     
 
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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below. SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
SchCMd BulletInformation about Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
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Open to Public
Inspection
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV.
2
Political expenditures ......................................................................................................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
Volunteer hours .............................................................................................................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .........................................
4a
Was a correction made? ......................................................................................................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities ..... SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................SchCMd Bullet

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b...........SchCMd Bullet

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ...................................................................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.
1
2
3
4
5
6
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50084S
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
Page 2
Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check SchCMd Bulletexpenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B Check SchCMd Bullet
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
organization's
totals 		(b) Affiliated group totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ...............................................    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) ........................................... 141,450  
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ....................................................................... 141,450  
d Other exempt purpose expenditures ......................................................................................... 20,702,293  
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) .................................................................... 20,843,743  
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		 1,000,000  
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .......................................................................... 250,000  
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. .......................................................................... 0  
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ........................................................................... 0  
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ..............................................................................................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2012 (b) 2013 (c) 2014 (d) 2015 (e) Total
2a Lobbying nontaxable amount 1,000,000 874,774 920,354 1,000,000 3,795,128
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		5,692,692
c Total lobbying expenditures 78,000 73,000 74,479 141,450 366,929
d Grassroots nontaxable amount 250,000 218,694 230,089 250,000 948,783
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		 1,423,175
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015


Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2015
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Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying activity.
(a)
No
Yes
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? ...........................................................................................................
 
 
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ........
 
 
c
Media advertisements? ...................................................................................................
 
 
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .............................................................................
 
 
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
 
 
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
 
 
 
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
 
 
 
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
 
 
 
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
 
 
 
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
 
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
 
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 ...........................................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 ...................
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ........................
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ...............................................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ............................................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? .................................
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part III-A, line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members ......................................................................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .............................................................................................................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ............................................................................................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................................................................................................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ......................................................................................................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) .........................................
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; Part II-A (affiliated group list); Part II-A, lines 1 and 2 (see instructions), and Part ll-B, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
PART II-A, LINE 1B: ADDITIONAL INFORMATION REGARDING LOBBYING ACTIVITIES: NOT INCLUDED ON LINE 1B OF PART II-A OF SCHEDULE C WERE $180,000 OF IN-KIND LOBBYING EXPENDITURES PROVIDED BY A TRUSTEE OF THE MUSEUM. AS FORM 990 DOES NOT PERMIT REPORTING OF IN-KIND EXPENSES AND THE CORRESPONDING REVENUE, WE HAVE EXCLUDED THIS AMOUNT FROM SCHEDULE C.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990.
Information about Schedule D (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year ....    
2 Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)    
3 Aggregate value of grants from (during year)    
4 Aggregate value at end of year ....    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ...........
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit? ............................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ...................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................... 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06, and not on a historic structure listed in the National Register ... 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? ............
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? .............................
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 .........................SchDMd Bullet $  
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
 
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?...
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table: Amount
c Beginning balance ............................. 1c  
d Additions during the year ............................ 1d  
e Distributions during the year .......................... 1e  
f Ending balance ................................ 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII ........
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current year (b)Prior year (c)Two years back (d)Three years back (e)Four years back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 7,514,913 7,379,460 6,475,724 5,568,988 4,642,034
b Contributions ...     55,000 176,000 953,255
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses -153,780 410,453 1,022,266 730,736 -26,301
d Grants or scholarships ...          
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ... 		107,895 275,000 173,530    
f Administrative expenses ....          
g End of year balance ...... 7,253,238 7,514,913 7,379,460 6,475,724 5,568,988
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment SchDMd Bullet100.000 %
b
Permanent endowment SchDMd Bullet0 %
c
Temporarily restricted endowment SchDMd Bullet0 %
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations .................
3a(i)
 
No
(ii) related organizations .................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of property (a) Cost or other basis
(investment) 		(b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land ...      
b Buildings   91,999,736 36,188,258 55,811,478
c Leasehold improvements        
d Equipment ...   9,954,093 8,619,046 1,335,047
e Other ...   15,842,444 13,742,891 2,099,553
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)..SchDMdBullet 59,246,078
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c)Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
(3)Other
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)Small Bullet  
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of liability (b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes  
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet  
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part XIII
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Part XI Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 24,047,787
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .... 2a -1,636,794
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 323,391
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 892,466
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e -420,937
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1.................. 3 24,468,724
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b.................... 4c 0
5 Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 24,468,724
Part XII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return. Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ........... 1 27,216,581
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2a 323,391
b Prior year adjustments ............ 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 2d 892,466
e Add lines 2a through 2d.................... 2e 1,215,857
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1................... 3 26,000,724
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a  
b Other (Describe in Part XIII.) ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b..................... 4c 0
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 26,000,724

Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X, line 2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part III, Line 1a: FINANCIAL STATEMENT FOOTNOTE FOR COLLECTION: THE ROCKHALL EXHIBITS, COLLECTS, PRESERVES, AND INTERPRETS THE ARTISTIC AND SOCIO-CULTURAL MILIEU OF ROCK AND ROLL MUSIC. THE CURATORIAL COLLECTION CONSISTS OF RECORDINGS AND TWO- AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL ARTIFACTS INCLUDING LYRICS, CORRESPONDENCE, STAGE COSTUMES, AND INSTRUMENTS. THE COLLECTION IS HELD FOR PUBLIC EXHIBITION AND EDUCATION. IT IS THE ROCKHALL'S POLICY NOT TO CAPITALIZE ITEMS THAT ARE DONATED TO OR PURCHASED FOR ITS CURATORIAL COLLECTION.
Part III, Line 4: CURATORIAL COLLECTION EXPLANATION: THE MUSEUM'S COLLECTION CONSISTS OF RECORDINGS AND TWO- AND THREE-DIMENSIONAL ARTIFACTS INCLUDING LYRICS, CORRESPONDENCE, STAGE COSTUMES AND INSTRUMENTS. IT EXHIBITS THESE ITEMS IN A 150,000 SQUARE FOOT MUSEUM THAT ATTRACTS APPROXIMATELY 510,000 VISITORS PER YEAR. IN ADDITION, THE MUSEUM'S 25,000 SQUARE FOOT LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES PRESERVES AND MAKES AVAILABLE TO SCHOLARS AND RESEARCHERS ITS COLLECTION OF TWO-DIMENSIONAL ARTIFACTS.
Part V, Line 4: INTENDED USE OF ENDOWMENT FUNDS: THE MUSEUM'S ENDOWMENTS CONSIST OF BOARD-DESIGNATED ENDOWMENT FUNDS ESTABLISHED TO SUPPORT THE MUSEUM'S MISSION.
Part X, Line 2: FIN 48 (ASC 740) FOOTNOTE: THE MUSEUM DOES NOT HAVE ANY MATERIAL UNCERTAIN TAX RETURN POSITIONS IN ITS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. THE FOOTNOTE FROM THE AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS REGARDING FIN 48 (ASC 740) IS AS FOLLOWS: THE ROCKHALL HAS ADOPTED THE ACCOUNTING STANDARD ON ACCOUNTING FOR UNCERTAINTY IN INCOME TAXES, WHICH ADDRESSES THE DETERMINATION OF WHETHER TAX BENEFITS CLAIMED OR EXPECTED TO BE CLAIMED ON A TAX RETURN SHOULD BE RECORDED IN THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS. UNDER THIS GUIDANCE, THE ROCKHALL MAY RECOGNIZE THE TAX BENEFIT FROM AN UNCERTAIN TAX POSITION ONLY IF IT IS MORE LIKELY THAN NOT THAT THE TAX POSITION WILL BE SUSTAINED ON EXAMINATION BY TAXING AUTHORITIES, BASED ON THE TECHNICAL MERITS OF THE POSITION. AT DECEMBER 31, 2015 AND 2014, MANAGEMENT HAS EVALUATED THE MUSEUM'S TAX POSITIONS AND HAS CONCLUDED THAT THE MUSEUM HAS TAKEN NO UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS THAT REQUIRE ADJUSTMENT TO THE CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS TO COMPLY WITH THE PROVISIONS OF THIS GUIDANCE. THE ROCKHALL FILES ITS FORM 990 IN THE U.S. FEDERAL JURISDICTION AND THE STATE OF OHIO. THE ROCKHALL IS NOT SUBJECT TO EXAMINATION BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE FOR YEARS PRIOR TO 2012.
Part XI, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: RENTAL EXPENSES 225,520. SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES 666,946.
Part XII, Line 2d - Other Adjustments: RENTAL EXPENSES 225,520. SPECIAL EVENT EXPENSES 666,946.
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SCHEDULE G (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. right arrowAttach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ.
right arrowInformation about Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If "Yes," list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.


(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
Total . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . right arrow      
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990-EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.




VerticalRevenue
(a) Event #1

INDUCTIONS
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

AMM
(event type) 		(c) Other events

4
(total number) 		(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through col. (c))

1
Gross receipts . . . . .
2,156,649
201,100
271,035
2,628,784

2
Less: Contributions . . . .
1,661,561
172,430
250,000
2,083,991
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2) . . . . . .
495,088
28,670
21,035
544,793



VerticalDirectExpenses
4 Cash prizes . . . . .        
5 Noncash prizes . . . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . . .        
7 Food and beverages . . .        
8 Entertainment . . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . . . 598,059 46,281 22,606 666,946
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow 666,946
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d). . . . . . . . . . right arrow -122,153
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue
(a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (add col.(a) through col.(c))

1
Gross revenue . . . . .
 
 
 
 
VerticalDirectExpenses

2
Cash prizes . . . . .
 
 
 
 

3
Noncash prizes . . . .
 
 
 
 

4
Rent/facility costs . . . .
 
 
 
 

5
Other direct expenses . . .
598,059
46,281
22,606
666,946


6

Volunteer labor . . . .
%
%
%


7
Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) . . . . . . . . . . right arrow
 

8
Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d). . . . . . . . . right arrow
 

9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states? . . . . . . . .
b
If "No," explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? . . .
b
If "Yes," explain:
 
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11
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers? . . . . . . . . . . .
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13a
%
b
An outside facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13b
%
14
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also complete this part to provide any additional information (see instructions).
Return Reference Explanation
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990.
lBullet Information about Schedule I (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number
34-1520995
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ........................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Organizations and Domestic Governments. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 21, for any recipient
that received more than $5,000. Part II can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(11)
(12)
2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations listed in the line 1 table ................. Bullet Image
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations listed in the line 1 table ........................ . Bullet Image
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Domestic Individuals. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Part III can be duplicated if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Number of
recipients		 (c) Amount of
cash grant		 (d) Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e) Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f) Description of non-cash assistance
(1) ARCHIVES RESEARCH 9 12,000   FMV  
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Provide the information required in Part I, line 2, Part III, column (b), and any other additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Line 2: MONITORING USE OF GRANT FUNDS: RECIPIENTS OF THE ARCHIVES RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS ARE REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A BUDGET FOR THEIR PROJECT. THEY ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO SUBMIT A WRITTEN REPORT TO THE MUSEUM ABOUT THE PROJECT AND THEIR EXPERIENCES. IN THESE WAYS, THE MUSEUM OBTAINS ASSURANCE THAT THE FELLOWSHIP AWARDS WERE USED FOR THE INTENDED PURPOSES.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990.
SchJMediumBullet Information about Schedule J (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed on Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement or provision of all of the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain .........
1b
 
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
directors, trustees, officers, including the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ..
2
 
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the filing organization used to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply. Do not check any boxes for methods
used by a related organization to establish compensation of the CEO/Executive Director, but explain in Part III.
4
During the year, did any person listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ................
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? .........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? .........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
 
No
b
Any related organization?
5b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization?
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," on line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed on Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported on Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regulations section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
Yes
 
9
If "Yes" on line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
Yes
 
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use duplicate copies if additional space is needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported on Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions, on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.
Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) for each listed individual must equal the total amount of Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, applicable column (D) and (E) amounts for that individual.
(A) Name and Title (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation in column(B) reported as deferred on prior Form 990
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
1Joel PeresmanTrustee/Member (i)

(ii)		 0
-------------
360,719 		0
-------------
50,000 		0
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0 		0
-------------
18,080 		0
-------------
428,799 		0
-------------
0
2Greg HarrisPresident & CEO (i)

(ii)		 313,940
-------------
0 		60,000
-------------
0 		25,638
-------------
0 		17,646
-------------
0 		31,739
-------------
0 		448,963
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
3Brian KenyonExec. VP & CFO (i)

(ii)		 291,750
-------------
0 		10,000
-------------
0 		24,138
-------------
0 		19,186
-------------
0 		29,535
-------------
0 		374,609
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
4Todd MesekVP-Communications (i)

(ii)		 165,309
-------------
0 		10,000
-------------
0 		90
-------------
0 		11,670
-------------
0 		8,439
-------------
0 		195,508
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
5Caprice BraggVP-Development (i)

(ii)		 177,205
-------------
0 		20,000
-------------
0 		138
-------------
0 		9,299
-------------
0 		13,253
-------------
0 		219,895
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
6KAREN HERMANVP-COLLECTION&CUR.AFF. (i)

(ii)		 179,648
-------------
0 		10,000
-------------
0 		138
-------------
0 		9,958
-------------
0 		18,580
-------------
0 		218,324
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
7Lauren OnkeyVP-Education (i)

(ii)		 134,783
-------------
0 		15,000
-------------
0 		69
-------------
0 		4,118
-------------
0 		12,781
-------------
0 		166,751
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
8Diane McChesneySr. Director of Finance (i)

(ii)		 152,143
-------------
0 		5,000
-------------
0 		258
-------------
0 		4,888
-------------
0 		20,713
-------------
0 		183,002
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
9CRAIG INCIARDICURATOR&DIR-ACQUISITIONS (i)

(ii)		 119,040
-------------
0 		3,750
-------------
0 		138
-------------
0 		3,821
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0 		25,223
-------------
0 		151,972
-------------
0 		0
-------------
0
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Schedule J (Form 990) 2015
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 3, 4a, 4b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8, and for Part II. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Line 4b SUPPLEMENTAL NONQUALIFIED RETIREMENT PLAN: BRIAN KENYON, GREG HARRIS, TODD MESEK, KAREN HERMAN AND LAUREN ONKEY PARTICIPATED IN A SECTION 457(b) PLAN DURING 2015. THE MUSEUM MADE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PLAN FOR THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYEES: GREG HARRIS: $18,000 BRIAN KENYON: $18,000 THE FOLLOWING EMPLOYEES MADE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE PLAN: TODD MESEK: $1,044 KAREN HERMAN: $18,000 LAUREN ONKEY: $15,375
Part I, Line 7 NON-FIXED PAYMENTS: THE MUSEUM CREATES A BONUS POOL FOR SENIOR MANAGEMENT IF OPERATING CASH FLOW OF THE ORGANIZATION SIGNIFICANTLY EXCEEDS THE PLAN. THE BONUS POOL IS ALLOCATED TO MEMBERS OF SENIOR MANAGEMENT BASED UPON THEIR INDIVIDUAL PERFORMANCE. DISTRIBUTIONS FROM THE POOL ARE APPROVED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Part I, Line 8 INITIAL CONTRACT EXCEPTION: THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS PROVIDED TO GREG HARRIS, PRESIDENT AND CEO, WERE PROVIDED IN ACCORDANCE WITH A 2012 CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES AND MR. HARRIS. THE BOARD MEMBERS WHO PARTICIPATED IN DETERMINING THE CONTRACT'S PROVISIONS WERE INDEPENDENT OF MR. HARRIS.
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Noncash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organizations answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
Right pointing arrow large imageInformation about Schedule M (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990
OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Noncash contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
noncash contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art ....        
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		     
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 8 62,576 FAIR MARKET VALUE
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts .... X 8,931 0 N/A
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( GUITARS ) X 2 2,598 FAIR MARKET VALUE
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( )
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement
29
2
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1 through 28, that
it must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell noncash
contributions? ..........................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report an amount in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
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Supplemental Information. Provide the information required by Part I, lines 30b, 32b, and 33, and whether the organization is reporting in Part I, column (b), the number of contributions, the number of items received, or a combination of both. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference Explanation
Part I, Column (b): REPORTING OF HISTORICAL ARTIFACTS: UNDER FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS, THE MUSEUM HAS ELECTED TO NOT RECORD REVENUE OR THE CORRESPONDING ASSETS FOR ITS COLLECTION OF ARTIFACTS, MEMORABILIA, AND CERTAIN OTHER NON-CASH ITEMS. THIS METHOD OF ACCOUNTING IS ALLOWABLE UNDER GENERALLY ACCEPTED ACCOUNTING PRINCIPLES.
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Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

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Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4 - OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES: The Museum's Education and Public Programs Division produces scores of activities and events each year that reinforce the Museum's commitment to the study and interpretation of rock and roll music and its roots. The content of these programs highlights not only the work of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Inductees, but also a broad spectrum of popular music ranging from the blues, country, and gospel of the early 1900s to the classic rock of the 1960s to the hip hop and pop sounds of today. These programs are presented in a variety of formats including interviews, performances, lectures, film screenings, master classes, conferences at venues both on- and off-site, and online. The Rock Hall's Library and Archives is the most comprehensive repository of materials relating to the history of rock and roll. Its mission is to collect, preserve, and provide access to these resources for scholars, educators, students, journalists, and the general public in order to broaden awareness and understanding of rock and roll, its roots, and its impact on our society. During 2015, the Library and Archives welcomed 2,364 visitors, processed 600 reference queries, and created 8,742 reproductions for the Museum and external users. Several groups of college and university students visited the Library and Archives with their instructors. The Library and Archives staff also curated two archival exhibits during the year -- Paul Simon: Words and Music - "The Boxer and Jane Scott: Never Too Old for Rock and Roll! The following provides a chronological review of programs conducted in 2015, with their intended objective and estimated attendance in parentheses, as available. ONGOING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR: Toddler Rock is a nationally acclaimed music-based outreach/education program for underserved preschoolers, their parents, caregivers and teachers. It was created at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, and implemented by board-certified music therapists. The program targets 3-5 year olds. The purpose is to promote positive interaction of children with their parents and teachers, and to increase the children's academic, social, communication and music skills through the structured use of music. A major goal of the program is to enhance the pre-academic skills that have been shown to be most indicative of later success in school, including letter recognition, rhyming and alliteration, all important for the acquisition of reading skills. Eleven concurrent classes convene one hour each day (Tuesdays and Thursdays.) The program averages 360 students in the two hours per week times 30 weeks. The fiscal year equals 3 ten week sessions, fall, winter and spring. (Objective: involving the community with the Museum.) Rockin' the Schools brings students from Northeast Ohio and beyond into the Museum for a one-hour educational class on the history of rock and roll. The program teaches students how music has played a role in some of the most important social, cultural, and political issues in modern history. Teachers can choose from a set of classes on topics such as the roots of rock and roll, music as a social force, the science of sound, music and the language arts, hip-hop culture, and many more. The program is offered four days a week, January through June and October through December. (Objective: education and interpretation of rock and roll and its history. In 2015, the Museum taught 188 classes to approximately 15,272 students and teachers.) On the Road uses dynamic videoconferencing to explore the history of rock and roll. Interactive classes are taught in real time and use the Museum's extensive educational resources to engage students in their own classrooms. These interdisciplinary classes, taught by Rock Hall educators, include exclusive interview clips with key figures in rock and roll history, behind-the-scenes commentary by Museum educators, audio and videos clips of Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees, and more. The program is offered daily on-demand throughout the entire year. In 2015, the Museum made 33 connections, teaching approx. 1000 students. 2015 also marked the final year of the Museum's On the Road program offerings. Hall of Fame / Legends Series is a cornerstone of the Museum's curatorial and educational efforts. These programs bring some of rock and roll's biggest names to the Foster Theater for an intimate interview session and sometimes even impromptu performances. Each event is followed by a question and answer session that lets audience members ask what's on their mind. Author Series brings journalists, critics and scholars to the Library and Archives for free readings and discussion sessions. Authors of both new books and classic texts are invited on a regular basis. JANUARY Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day To celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum once again opened its doors to the public free of charge in a celebration of community spirit and civic pride during its Rock the Dream festival. This marked the 13th straight year that the Museum offered FREE admission to the public. The museum will offer a day filled with live performances, education programs and family activities that will highlight how people use music to find their voice and create a sense of community. Highlights included the Antioch Spiritual Arts Choir, the Distinguished Gentlemen of Spoken Word, Radio Disney Cleveland, educational classes ("Rock and Roll and the Civil Rights Movement and "Cleveland is the City"), and a Library and Archives video spotlight on artists who have used music as a platform for social change. (Objective: involving the Cleveland community with the Museum and celebrating diversity; 8,851 attendees) Tuesday, January 22 Author Series with Randal Doane (Stealing All Transmissions: A Secret History of the Clash) Library Reading Room The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame's Library and Archives' Author Series welcomed Randal Doane for a discussion about his new book, Stealing All Transmissions: A Secret History of the Clash. Following the program, Doane signed copies of the book. In conjunction with this event, the Library and Archives' Book Club discussed Stealing All Transmissions. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 56 attendees) Wednesday, January 28 Film Screenings - Feed Your Head: The Psychedelic Era & Sweet Blues: A film about Mike Bloomfield Foster Theater Following the screenings, Bob Sarles, director of both films, discussed Mike Bloomfield's legacy as well as the creative revolution of the 1960s. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 134 attendees) FEBRUARY Black History Month Black History Month is a month-long series of events highlighting African-American music. In 2014, the Rock Hall celebrated Black History Month with a new exhibit Jammin', Jazzin' & Jivin': Jazz on Film and a month-long FREE film series inspired by the exhibition (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll) Specific events included: Monday, February 9 Author Series with George Clinton (Hall of Fame Edition) Black Box Theater, Cuyahoga Community College Clinton was interviewed in front of a live audience. Following this program, Clinton signed copies of his newest memoir, BROTHAS BE, YO LIKE GEORGE, AINT' THAT FUNKIN' KINDA HARD ON YOU? The Rock Hall's Author Series brings journalists, critics and scholars to the Library and Archives for free readings and discussion sessions. (165 attendees) Wednesday, February 11 Hall of Fame Series with Chuck D Foster Theater This program included a screening of a reissued Public Enemy concert film Fight the Power Live. Following the screening, Chuck D was interviewed in front of a live audience. (142 attendees; 22 people viewing live stream) Wednesday, February 18 An Evening with Joe Conzo and Grandmaster Caz Foster Theater Hip-hop photographer Joe Conzo discussed his photographs featured in the Rock Hall's latest exhibit, Fresh, Wild, Fly and Bold, which documents the pioneering days of hip-hop as well as life in the Bronx in the 1970s and 1980s. Conzo was joined by legendary hip-hop MC and DJ Grandmaster Caz of the Cold Crush Brothers. (65 attendees; 22 people viewing live stream) Friday, February 20 Film Screening of Underground Dance Masters Foster Theater This program featured a film screening of Underground Dance Masters: Final History of a Forgotten Era (2012), followed by a discussion and a dance demonstration hosted by director Thomas Guzman-Sanchez and producer Paul Guzman-Sanchez. The film profiles a very special collective of Black, Latino and White individuals who are the innovators, originators and true masters of the Urban Dance forms known as Funk Boogaloo, Robot, Locking, Zigzag, Popping and Rocking/B-boying. (67 attendees)
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4 - OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES (CONT'D): MARCH Wednesday, March 25 AMS/RRHOFM Lecture with Mark Clague Library & Archives Reading Room Clague gave the lecture, "'This Is America': Jimi Hendrix's Reimaginings of the 'The Star-Spangled Banner' as Social Comment for Woodstock and Beyond". The American Musicological Society/Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Lecture Series is a joint collaboration that brings scholarly work to a broader audience and showcases the musicological work of the top scholars in the field. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 48 attendees, 26 people viewing live stream) APRIL Saturday, April 11 Induction Week 2015: Celebration Day Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Cleveland Rock Week will kick-off with a full day of fun for the entire family at the Rock Hall. In addition to FREE admission, the celebration will include live music, a variety of food vendors, programming, special presentations and much more. New showcases such as the 2015 Hall of Fame Inductee exhibit will be open to explore, and the day's festivities will culminate with the Rock N' Blast fireworks show, presented by the Cleveland Indians, starting at 7 p.m. The award-winning display will feature Inductee-inspired music and video synchronized to pyrotechnics, lasting approximately 25 minutes. Presented by Cleveland Indians, Downtown Cleveland Alliance and PNC (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 11,837 attendees inside Museum; 1775 visitors on outside plaza) Educational programming attendance summary: FILM: Stevie Ray Vaughan and Double Trouble Live at Austin City Limits (85 attendees) The Backbeats: Live Music for Kids (420 attendees) Album Spotlight: Lou Reed's Transformer (170 attendees) Inductee Spotlight: The Class of 2015 (232 attendees) "Cleveland is the City": Rhythm and Blues & Soul Music in Cleveland (273 attendees) FILM: Still Bill (123 attendees) Sunday, April 12 Rock My Soul: A Gospel Music Celebration Honoring Andra Crouch State Theatre at Playhouse Square The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum honored the legacy of seven-time Grammy Awardwinning Pastor Andra Crouch in a tribute to rock's gospel roots during Rock My Soul: A Gospel Music Celebration. Tribute performers will include Marvin Winans, CeCe Winans and Donnie McClurkin. The concert was free but a general admission ticket was required. Presented by PlayhouseSquare. (Objective: involving the Cleveland community with the Museum and celebrating diversity; 2,111 attendees, 3,082 people viewing live stream) Monday, April 13-April 17 2015 Inductee Spotlight Class Foster Theater The Rock Hall's education department hosted live programs designed to help visitors learn more about the new inductees, the new inductee exhibit, and the induction process. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll) Mon 4/13: 2 average in-room / 2 total Tues 4/14: 18 average in-room / 25 total Wed 4/15: 24 average in-room / 30 total Thurs 4/16: 31 average in-room / 38 total Friday 4/17: 45 average in-room / 51 total In total, 145 people attended the program over the course of five days. MAY Saturday, May 2 Film Screening - Who is Harry Nilsson? Foster Theater Following the screening, director John Scheinfeld participated in a Q&A session with the audience. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 102 attendees) Tuesday, May 19 Author Series with Holly George-Warren Library & Archives Reading Room Holly George-Warren discussed her new book, A Man Called Destruction: The Life and Music of Alex Chilton. Following the program, George-Warren signed copies of the book. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 39 attendees) Saturday, May 16 Rock Your World For the 16th year the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame partnered with Cleveland Metropolitan School District's ALL-CITY ARTS PROGRAM to produce one of the community's signature festivals. The Rock Hall offered Rock Your World CMSD participants free admission to festival events as well as admission to tour the Museum. (Objective: involving the Cleveland community with the Museum and celebrating diversity; 2,750 attendees) JUNE Saturday, June 6 Member Appreciation Day The Rock Hall's annual day of special events exclusively for members included giving members access to the Museum and all its exhibits before the general public, exclusive opportunities to get up close and personal with 2015 Inductee items, a chance to recreate the inductee nominating process, a film screening, exhibit gallery talks, and a member mixer. Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll) Educational programming in the Foster Theater included: Curatorial Presentation Artifacts from the 2015 Inductees (89 attendees) Inductee Spotlight: The Class of 2015 (46 attendees) Voice Your Choice: Induction Simulation (90 attendees) Film Screening of HARDCORE DEVO LIVE! with Director (40 attendees) Saturday, June 20 Hall of Fame Series with Dennis Dunaway Foster Theater Dennis Dunaway of the Alice Cooper Group was interviewed in front of a live audience. During the interview, Dunaway discussed his newest book Snakes! Guillotines! Electric Chairs!: My Adventures in The Alice Cooper Group. Dunaway was also joined onstage for a short acoustic performance with special guests Michael Bruce (the Alice Cooper Group) and Joe and Albert Bouchard of Blue Oyster Cult. Following the program, Dunaway participated in a book signing. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 154 attendees, 101 people viewing live stream) JULY Fridays in the summer / Friday, July 10 Friday, August 14 During this one-hour program, Rock Hall educators explored the lives and music of the 2015 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductees The Paul Butterfield Blues Band, Green Day, Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, Lou Reed, Stevie Ray Vaughan & Double Trouble, Bill Withers, Ringo Starr, and The "5" Royales. The session also included a detailed breakdown of the induction process. The program was FREE with Museum admission. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll) Attendance Summary (6 programs taught): Total Attendance 10-Jul: 133 17-Jul: 68 24-Jul: 172 31-Jul: 138 7-Aug: 161 14-Aug: 103 TOTAL 775 Wednesday, July 15 Songwriters to Soundmen with percussionist Jamey Haddad Foster Theater Haddad was interviewed in front of a live audience. Following the interview, Haddad conducted a musical demonstration where he used a digital looper to show how tracks are made - specifically tracks that he worked on with Paul Simon. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 125 attendees, 21 people viewing live stream)
FORM 990, PART III, LINE 4 - OTHER PROGRAM SERVICES (CONT'D): AUGUST Wednesday, August 19 An Evening with Michael Stanley Foster Theater Stanley was interview in front of a live audience and discussed his latest album, And Then. Following the interview, Stanley signed copies of his new CD. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 206 attendees, 272 people viewing live stream, 605 people viewing the encore presentation on rockhall.com) Friday, August 21 Film Screening - THE DAMNED: Don't You Wish That We Were Dead Foster Theater Director Wes Orshoski participated in an audience Q&A session following the film screening (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 126 attendees) SEPTEMBER Wednesday, September 16 AMS/RRHOFM Lecture with Stephanie Vander Wel Library & Archives Reading Room Vander Wel will give the lecture, "Rose Maddox's Roadhouse Vocality and the California Sound of 1950s Rockabilly and Honky-Tonk". The American Musicological Society/Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum Lecture Series is a joint collaboration that brings scholarly work to a broader audience and showcases the musicological work of the top scholars in the field. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 35 attendees, 24 people viewing live stream) Wednesday, September 30 Author Series with Janet Macoska Foster Theater Macoska discussed her new book, All Access: ClevelandThe Rock and Roll Photography of Janet Macoska, and was joined onstage by her co-author, Peter Chakerian. Following the program, Macoska signed copies of her new book. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 165 attendees, 29 people viewing live stream) November 1-7th 20th Annual Music Masters Series honoring Smokey Robinson (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll) The complete schedule of events included: Monday, November 2 Author Series with Jason King ("Smokey Robinson and the Sensual Black Avant-Garde") Library & Archives Reading Room In this talk, King recontextualized Robinson's masterful songwriting and production by taking a closer look at his inauguration of the innovative Quiet Storm format alongside purveyors like Roberta Flack, Leon Ware and Minnie Riperton (50 attendees) Wednesday, November 4 An Evening with the Music Masters Band Foster Theater Charles Haynes and Clay Sears, key members of the November 7 tribute concert band, were interviewed in front of a live audience. (88 attendees, 30 people viewing live stream) Thursday, November 5 Keynote Lecture by Dave Marsh Tinkham Veale University Center Marsh explored more than 50 years of listening to Smokey and why, in his opinion, Smokey Robinson is the best singer-songwriter ever (Approx 75 attendees; this program also stream live on rockhall.com) Saturday, November 7 Music Masters Conference Foster Theater Hall of Fame Series with Mary Wilson and Martha Reeves (175 attendees) Panel Discussion with David Ritz, Harry Weinger, Jason King, and Andy Flory (108 attendees) Smokey Robinson Master Class with the Boys and Girls Club of Cleveland (148 attendees) Hall of Fame Series with Smokey Robinson (188 attendees) Film Screening of rare clips of Smokey Robinson performances (72 people viewing live stream) Saturday, November 7 20th Annual Music Masters Tribute Concert honoring Smokey Robinson State Theater / Playhouse Square Performers included Inductees Dennis Edwards, Martha Reeves, and Mary Wilson, as well as Avant, Avery*Sunshine, Bilal, JoJo, Eric Roberson, The Robert Glasper Experiment, Michelle Williams, musical director Adam Blackstone, and a special guest appearance by Berry Gordy, Jr., the founder of Motown Records. Smokey Robinson attended the tribute concert to accept the award, receive an Honorary Degree from Case Western Reserve University, and participate in the show's ensemble finale. (Approx 2,447 attendees, 2,301 people viewing live stream; this show was also rebroadcasted on SiriusXM radio the following week) DECEMBER Thursday, December 3 Author Series with Craig Werner and Doug Bradley - The Soundtrack to the Vietnam War Foster Theater Doug Bradley and Craig Werner discussed their newest book, We Gotta Get Out of This Place: The Soundtrack to the Vietnam War. (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 105 attendees, 69 people viewing live stream) Wednesday, December 16 Violins of Hope: Bill Graham Presentation Foster Theater Rock Hall educators hosted this Rock and Roll Night School presentation on the life and contributions of Bill Graham within his Jewish culture. This program was presented in conjunction with Violins of Hope: Cleveland (Objective: engage, teach and inspire through the power of rock and roll; 84 attendees)
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 2 REPORTABLE RELATIONSHIPS: BENJAMIN NEEDELL, ESQ. HAS A BUSINESS RELATIONSHIP WITH JANN WENNER, WENNER MEDIA, AND ITS AFFILIATES AND TRUSTS.
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, line 7a ELECTION OF TRUSTEES: THERE ARE 10 TRUSTEES OF THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM, INC. ("THE CORPORATION"). ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION, INC., A CHARITY RECOGNIZED BY THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE (IRS) AS AN ORGANIZATION DESCRIBED IN INTERNAL REVENUE CODE (IRC) SECTION 501(c)(3), DESIGNATES INDIVIDUALS FOR NOMINATION FOR 5 OF THE 10 TRUSTEE POSITIONS AS CLASS A TRUSTEES, AND CLEVELAND ROCK AND ROLL, INC., A CHARITY RECOGNIZED BY THE IRS AS AN ORGANIZATION DESCRIBED IN IRC SECTION 501(c)(3), DESIGNATES INDIVIDUALS FOR NOMINATION FOR 5 OF THE 10 TRUSTEE POSITIONS AS CLASS B TRUSTEES. THE TRUSTEES OF THE CORPORATION THEN ELECT CLASS A AND CLASS B TRUSTEES FROM THOSE NOMINATED.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11 REVIEW OF FORM 990: FORM 990 IS REVIEWED INTERNALLY BY THE SENIOR DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND THE EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT AND CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER. IT IS SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW TO THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND TO THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME AND MUSEUM'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 12c MONITORING AND ENFORCEMENT OF CONFLICT POLICY: AN ANNUAL QUESTIONNAIRE IS SENT TO ALL OFFICERS, DIRECTORS, TRUSTEES AND KEY EMPLOYEES. IF A TRANSACTION ARISES IN WHICH AN INDIVIDUAL HAS A CONFLICT, THE PERSON IS EXCUSED FROM THE MEETING FOR THE DISCUSSION AND VOTE BY DISINTERESTED TRUSTEES OR COMMITTEE MEMBERS. THE TRUSTEES AND/OR COMMITTEE MEMBERS BASE THEIR DECISION ON ALL THE FACTS AND CIRCUMSTANCES PRESENTED AND CONSIDER WHETHER THE TRANSACTION IS IN THE BEST INTERESTS OF THE MUSEUM. PROPER RECORDS OF THE BOARD, COMMITTEE, OR SUBCOMMITTEE ARE MAINTAINED TO VERIFY THAT THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY HAS BEEN FOLLOWED.
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 15 COMPENSATION REVIEW AND APPROVAL: AN OUTSIDE CONSULTANT REVIEWS THE JOB DESCRIPTIONS AND ASSOCIATED COMPENSATION LEVELS FOR THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND ALL VICE PRESIDENTS. THE CONSULTANT'S FINDINGS ARE REVIEWED AND APPROVED BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. ANY TIME JOB RESPONSIBILITIES ARE SIGNIFICANTLY CHANGED, THE REVIEW IS UPDATED. THE FINANCE COMMITTEE MEMBERS ARE INDEPENDENT OF THE CEO AND VICE PRESIDENTS. THE COMMITTEE'S DELIBERATIONS AND APPROVAL OF COMPENSATION ARE COMMUNICATED TO SENIOR MANAGEMENT BY THE FINANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR. AT THE END OF 2012, THE MUSEUM APPOINTED A NEW PRESIDENT AND CEO. THE COMPENSATION WAS SET UTILIZING AVAILABLE INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL DATA AS WELL AS TAKING INTO ACCOUNT THE EXPERIENCE OF THE CANDIDATE WHO WAS APPROVED BY THE MUSEUM BOARD.
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, line 19 AVAILABILITY OF DOCUMENTS: THE MUSEUM MAKES ITS CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. ALSO, A BROAD MAILING IS MADE TO MANY CONSTITUENTS. THE MUSEUM DOES NOT MAKE ITS GOVERNING DOCUMENTS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FOR TRAVEL EXPENSES - FORM 990, PART IX, LINE 17: INCLUDED IN TOTAL TRAVEL EXPENSES ON LINE 17 ARE NON-EMPLOYEE TRAVEL EXPENSES FOR MUSEUM PROGRAMMING OF $1,014,948.
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SCHEDULE R
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35b, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990.
MediumBullet Information about Schedule R (Form 990) and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990.

OMB No. 1545-0047
2015
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
THE ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME
AND MUSEUM INC
Employer identification number

34-1520995
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN (if applicable) of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income


 		(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity
(1) CMJ ROCK HALL MUSIC FEST LLC
1100 ROCK AND ROLL BLVD
CLEVELAND,OH44114
59-3796917 		MUSIC EVENTS OH 0 0 RRHOFM
 
(2) ROCK AND ROLL HALL OF FAME PRODUCTIONS
1100 ROCK AND ROLL BLVD
CLEVELAND,OH44114
13-3846461 		MUSIC PRODUCTION OH 0 0 RRHOFM
 








Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section


 		(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No
(1)ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME FOUNDATION INC
1290 AVENUE OF THE AMERICAS

NEW YORK,NY10104
13-3171867 		MUSIC EDUC NY 501(c)(3) Line 9 N/A
 
No
(2)CLEVELAND ROCK AND ROLL INC
1100 ROCK AND ROLL BLVD

CLEVELAND,OH44114
34-1597956 		MUSIC EDUC OH 501(c)(3) Line 7 N/A
 
No










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Schedule R (Form 990) 2015
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization
 		(b)
Primary activity
 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity
 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust) 		(f)
Share of total income
 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets
 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
 		(i)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled entity?
Yes No












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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35b, or 36.
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III, or IV of this schedule.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest, (ii) annuities, (iii) royalties, or (iv) rent from a controlled entity .....................
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to related organization(s) ............................
1b
 
No
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from related organization(s) ............................
1c
Yes
 
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for related organization(s) ............................
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by related organization(s) ............................
1e
 
No
f Dividends from related organization(s) ............................
1f
 
No
g Sale of assets to related organization(s) ............................
1g
 
No
h Purchase of assets from related organization(s) ............................
1h
 
No
i Exchange of assets with related organization(s) ............................
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to related organization(s) .......................
1j
 
No
k Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from related organization(s) ......................
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for related organization(s) .....................
1l
 
No
m Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by related organization(s) .................
1m
 
No
n Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets with related organization(s) ...................
1n
 
No
o Sharing of paid employees with related organization(s) ............................
1o
 
No
p Reimbursement paid to related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1p
 
No
q Reimbursement paid by related organization(s) for expenses ............................
1q
 
No
r Other transfer of cash or property to related organization(s) ............................
1r
 
No
s Other transfer of cash or property from related organization(s) ............................
1s
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of related organization 		(b)
Transaction
type (a-s) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved





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Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Predominant income (related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(e)
Are all partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(i)
Code V-UBI
amount in box 20
of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(j)
General or
managing
partner? 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























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