Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
bulletDo not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
bulletInformation about Form 990-PF and its instructions is at www.irs.gov/form990pf.
OMB No. 1545-0052
2015
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2015, or tax year beginning 01-01-2015 , and ending 12-31-2015
Name of foundation
BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
DISTRICT FOUNDATION
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)PO BOX 7
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
BEN WHEELER, TX75754
A Employer identification number

33-1195767
B Telephone number (see instructions)

(903) 833-5759
C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. bullet
2. bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
F bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$1,267,680J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 35,400
2 Check bullet Sch. B .............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments      
4 Dividends and interest from securities...      
5a Gross rents............      
b Net rental income or (loss)  
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10  
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a  
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 0
8 Net short-term capital gain......... 0
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 32,751 0 32,751
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 68,151 0 32,751
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc. 0 0 0 0
14 Other employee salaries and wages...... 20,400 0 0 20,400
15 Pension plans, employee benefits.......        
16a Legal fees (attach schedule).........        
b Accounting fees (attach schedule).......        
c Other professional fees (attach schedule)....        
17 Interest...............        
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment 5,488 0 0 754
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion... Click to see attachment 45,230 0 0
20 Occupancy.............. 4,940 0 0 4,940
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see list of attachments 48,407 0 13,989 33,751
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 124,465 0 13,989 59,845
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 0 0
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 124,465 0 13,989 59,845
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements -56,314
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 0
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)... 18,762
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2015)
Form 990-PF (2015)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.)		 Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing............. 41,280 30,830 30,830
2 Savings and temporary cash investments.........      
3 Accounts receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges..........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule).......      
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule).......      
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule)..........      
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet1,442,670
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet288,468 1,200,099 Click to see attachment1,154,202 1,236,850
15 Other assets (describe bullet)      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 1,241,379 1,185,032 1,267,680
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses.......... 42 103
18 Grants payable..................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet)    
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22)......... 42 103
Net Assets or Fund Balances bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted..................    
25 Temporarily restricted...............    
26 Permanently restricted...............    
bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........ 0 0
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund 0 0
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 1,241,337 1,184,929
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 1,241,337 1,184,929
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 1,241,379 1,185,032
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
1,241,337
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
-56,314
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet
3
0
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
1,185,023
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment
5
94
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30 .
6
1,184,929
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.) 		(b) How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c) Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d) Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1a
b
c
d
e
(e) Gross sales price (f) Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g) Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h) Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a
b
c
d
e
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l) Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i) F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 (j) Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k) Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a
b
c
d
e
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2  
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)
If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If "Yes," the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in) 		(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions 		(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets 		(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2014 93,831 29,755 3.153453
2013 176,479 4,465 39.524972
2012 221,728 2,436 91.021346
2011 368,167 2,442 150.764537
2010 458,198 6,370 71.930612
2
Total of line 1, column (d) .....................
2356.394920
3
Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5, or by
the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years . . .
3
71.278984
4
Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2015 from Part X, line 5.....
4
47,420
5
Multiply line 4 by line 3......................
5
3,380,049
6
Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)...........
6
0
7
Add lines 5 and 6........................
7
3,380,049
8
Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4.............
8
59,845
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See the Part VI instructions.
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see page 18 of the instructions)
1a Bullet and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b 1 0
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2 0
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 0
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4 0
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 0
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2015 estimated tax payments and 2014 overpayment credited to 2015 6a  
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c  
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d  
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 0
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. if Form 2220 is attached. 8  
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9 0
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10  
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2015 estimated taxBullet   RefundedBullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? ....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes (see Instructions
for definition)?.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$ 0(2) On foundation managers.bullet$ 0
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$ 0
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changes....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
    and Part XV..................................
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bullet
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2015 or the taxable year beginning in 2015 (see instructions for Part XIV)?
    If "Yes," complete Part XIV.............................
    9
    Yes
     
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
    and addresses. Click to see attachment...............................
    10
    Yes
     
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    Part VII-A
    Statements Regarding Activities (continued)
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. (see instructions) .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement (see instructions).................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletWWW.BENWHEELERTX.COM/FOUNDATION
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletJENNI WILSON Telephone no.bullet (903) 833-5759

    Located atbulletPO BOX 7BEN WHEELERTX ZIP+4bullet75754
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041.......bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ......bullet
    15  
    16 At any time during calendar year 2015, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country?
    16   No
    See instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR). If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign country bullet  
    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?......................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?...............
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).......
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ........
    1b
     
    No
    ........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2015?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2015, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2015?.............
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
     
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?......................
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2015 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2015.)..................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2015?
    4b
     
    No
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (Continued)
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?.............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? (see instructions)................
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?.....
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ......
    5b
     
     
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?..........
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?.....................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
     
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    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation (see instructions).
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    RESE GREMMELS DIRECTOR
    4.00     		0 0 0
    PO BOX 10
    BEN WHEELER,TX75754
    DON GILCHRIST DIRECTOR
    1.00     		0 0 0
    321 VZ CR 4500
    BEN WHEELER,TX75754
    HOLLY STAMPS TREASURER
    45.00     		0 0 0
    PO BOX 7
    BEN WHEELER,TX75754
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    NONE
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet 0
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
    NONE
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet0
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1 OPERATION OF THE BEN WHEELER COMMUNITY LIBRARY THAT IS OPEN TO TEACHERS AND STUDENTS OF DIFFERENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSES AND REPRESENTATIVES OF LOCAL NURSING HOME TO COLLECT BOOKS FOR THEIR RESIDENTS. THE LIBRARY ALSO HOSTS CELEBRATORY EVENTS FOR MORE THAN 100 CHILDREN AND IS OPEN EVERY THURSDAY AND SATURDAY. 11,192
    2 OPERATION AND UPKEEP OF THE HARMONY GARDEN CHAPEL THAT WAS UTILIZED 11 TIMES IN THE YEAR FOR LOCAL WEDDINGS AND ALSO ACTS AS A GATHERING SPACE FOR VENDORS DURING MAJOR EVENTS. 2,767
    3 HELD ANNUAL HOG FEST EVENT TO CELEBRATE AND PROMOTE TOWN'S HISTORY AND UNIQUE IDENTITY. 6,452
    4 HOSTED THE COMMUNITY EVENT CALLED "CELEBRATING BEN WHEELER" TO INTRODUCE THE NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE FOUNDATION, PROVIDED COMMUNITY WITH INFORMATION ABOUT THE FOUNDATION'S MISSION ALONG WITH FREE SNACKS AND LIVE MUSIC. 1,586
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet0
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    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    0
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    48,142
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    0
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    48,142
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
    0
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
    0
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    48,142
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    722
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    47,420
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
    2,371
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount bullet
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
     
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2015 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
     
    b
    Income tax for 2015. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
     
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
     
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
     
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
     
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
     
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII, line 1 ...
    7
     
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    59,845
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
    0
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
     
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
     
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
     
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    59,845
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b (see instructions).................
    5
    0
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
    59,845
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 9
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2014     		(c)
    2014     		(d)
    2015
    1 Distributable amount for 2015 from Part XI, line 7  
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2015:
    a Enter amount for 2014 only.......  
    b Total for prior years:20, 20, 20  
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2015:
    a From 2010......  
    b From 2011......  
    c From 2012......  
    d From 2013......  
    e From 2014......  
    fTotal of lines 3a through e........  
    4Qualifying distributions for 2015 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$  
    a Applied to 2014, but not more than line 2a  
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions).....     		 
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions)........     		 
    d Applied to 2015 distributable amount.....  
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus  
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2015.    
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5  
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ..........     		 
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		 
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		 
    e Undistributed income for 2014. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		 
    f Undistributed income for 2016. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2015 ..........     		 
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
    be required - see instructions) .......     		 
    8Excess distributions carryover from 2010 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		 
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2016.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		 
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2011....  
    b Excess from 2012....  
    c Excess from 2013....  
    d Excess from 2014....  
    e Excess from 2015....  
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 10
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2015, enter the date of the ruling.......bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2015 (b) 2014 (c) 2013 (d) 2012
    2,371 1,488 223 0 4,082
    b 85% of line 2a ......... 2,015 1,265 190 0 3,470
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		59,845 93,831 176,479 221,728 551,883
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ..........     		0 0 0 0 0
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		59,845 93,831 176,479 221,728 551,883
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......         0
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		         0
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		1,581 992 149 81 2,803
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		        0
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		        0
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		         0
    (4) Gross investment income         0
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the organization had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    RESE GREMMELS
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or email address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    cAny submission deadlines:
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 11
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    Total .................................bullet 3a 0
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b 0
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 12
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3
    Interest on savings and temporary cash investments ...........     		         
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....          
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property.....          
    6
    Net rental income or (loss) from personal property     		         
    7 Other investment income.....          
    8
    Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than inventory ............     		         
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events:          
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory..          
    11 Other revenue:
    aSTREET DANCE & CRAWFISH BOIL     		        4,300
    bT-SHIRT SALES         30
    cRENTAL INCOME     16 28,421  
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e).. 0 28,421 4,330
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    1332,751
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    11C CRAWFISH DINNER CHARGES FOR SPONSORING A COMMUNITY EVENT CELEBRATING SOUTHERN CULTURE AND COUNTRY DANCING IN AN EFFORT TO BRING FAMILY FUN TO BEN WHEELER, TX
    11D SALE OF T-SHIRTS THAT PROMOTE THE BEN WHEELER COMMUNITY
    11E RENTAL FEES FOR USE OF CHAPEL, CHILDREN'S LIBRARY, AND SECRET GARDEN SHOP FOR LOCAL WEDDINGS AND OTHER EVENTS ENCOURAGING FAMILY, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 13
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    Yes
    No
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.

    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527?...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
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    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below
    (see instr.)?
    Signature of officer or trustee Date Title
    Paid Preparer Use Only Print/Type preparer's name Preparer's Signature Date PTIN
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    		 Firm's EIN SmallBullet
    Firm's address SmallBullet


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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.
    OMB No. 1545-0047
    2015
    Name of the organization
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    Employer identification number

    33-1195767
    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
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION         		Employer identification number
    33-1195767
    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
    1
    JIMMY D GILCHRIST
     

       
    611 VZ COUNTY ROAD 4501
     
    BEN WHEELER, TX75754

    		$ 5,000


    (Complete Part II for noncash contributions.)
    (a)
    No.    		 (b)
    Name, address, and ZIP + 4    		 (c)
    Total contributions    		 (d)
    Type of contribution
    2
    DOOR CONTROL SERVICES INC
     

       
    321 VZ COUNTY ROAD 4500
     
    BEN WHEELER, TX75754

    		$ 17,000


    (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
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION         		Employer identification number

    33-1195767
    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
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION         		Employer identification number

    33-1195767
    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
     
     
         
     
    Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2015)

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    TY 2015 AmortizationSchedule
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Description of Amortized Expenses Date Acquired, Completed, or Expended Amount Amortized Deduction for Prior Years Amortization Method Current Year Amortization Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Total Amount of Amortization
    WEBSITE 2012-11-08 2,400 1,689 36.000000000000 667 0 667 2,356

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    TY 2015 DepreciationSchedule
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Description of Property Date Acquired Cost or Other Basis Prior Years' Depreciation Computation Method Rate /
    Life (# of years)    		 Current Year's Depreciation Expense Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Cost of Goods Sold Not Included
    LAND (PARK) 2008-07-01 76,670   L   0 0 0  
    LAND (PARK) 2009 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES 2009-12-31 7,295   L   0 0 0  
    LAND 2009-09-08 2,927   L   0 0 0  
    LAND 2009-08-01 14,412   L   0 0 0  
    LAND 2009-08-15 3,237   L   0 0 0  
    LAND 2011-06-11 11,192   L   0 0 0  
    LAND 2011-12-01 23,270   L   0 0 0  
    LIBRARY BOOKS 2011-12-23 3,430   NC 0 % 0 0 0  
    BUILDING 2009-09-08 554,876 75,883 SL 39.000000000000 14,228 0 14,228  
    FURNITURE & FIXTURES 2009-09-08 16,364 12,691 200DB 7.000000000000 2,449 0 2,338  
    SOUND SYSTEM 2009-09-25 19,169 19,169 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0 0  
    WALK IN COOLER 2009-09-08 1,400 1,400 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0 0  
    VENTHOOD 2009-09-08 10,980 10,980 200DB 5.000000000000 0 0 0  
    PARKING LOT 2009-09-08 36,054 13,339 150DB 15.000000000000 2,391 0 2,404  
    BUILDING 2009-08-01 66,194 9,192 SL 39.000000000000 1,697 0 1,697  
    FURNITURE & FIXTURES 2009-08-01 2,035 1,589 200DB 7.000000000000 297 0 291  
    BUILDING 2009-08-15 61,864 8,591 SL 39.000000000000 1,586 0 1,586  
    BUILDING 2009-05-05 7,263 1,054 SL 39.000000000000 186 0 186  
    HISTORICAL MARKER 2009-02-06 1,000 402 150DB 15.000000000000 63 0 67  
    GRIST MILL & MOTOR 2011-01-01 6,500 4,131 200DB 7.000000000000 677 0 929  
    SOUND SYSTEM 2010-03-30 7,534 6,856 200DB 5.000000000000 678 0 377  
    HISTORICAL MARKER 2010-02-09 8,000 2,780 150DB 15.000000000000 522 0 533  
    HISTORICAL MARKER 2010-11-17 100 32 150DB 15.000000000000 7 0 7  
    SOUND SYSTEM 2010-11-15 5,920 5,249 200DB 5.000000000000 671 0 671  
    BUILDING 2010-07-01 29,268 3,375 SL 39.000000000000 750 0 750  
    PARKING LOT 2010-07-20 4,000 1,283 150DB 15.000000000000 272 0 267  
    SIGN 2010-05-17 974 660 200DB 7.000000000000 126 0 139  
    SIGN 2010-01-07 4,500 3,189 200DB 7.000000000000 524 0 643  
    BUILDING 2011-09-01 7,137 610 SL 39.000000000000 183 0 183  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-06-11 84,162 7,733 SL 39.000000000000 2,158 0 2,158  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-12-01 99,980 7,906 SL 39.000000000000 2,564 0 2,564  
    PARKING LOT 2011-11-02 20,300 5,136 150DB 15.000000000000 1,516 0 1,353  
    FOLDING CHAIRS 2012-05-17 3,132 1,667 200DB 7.000000000000 419 0 447  
    COMPUTER (JENNI) 2012-06-12 706 482 200DB 5.000000000000 90 0 141  
    TABLES & CHAIRS 2012-09-04 887 456 200DB 7.000000000000 123 0 127  
    MARGARITA MACHINE 2011-10-19 2,064 1,495 200DB 5.000000000000 379 0 413  
    HALF BATH INSTALLATION 2011-03-03 1,488 146 SL 39.000000000000 38 0 38  
    OLD WOOD INVENTORY FOR RESTORATION 2011-12-31 7,007 540 SL 39.000000000000 180 0 180  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-09-01 3,030 260 SL 39.000000000000 78 0 78  
    HISTORICAL MARKER 2011-02-14 1,500 441 150DB 15.000000000000 106 0 100  
    PICNIC TABLES 2011-10-13 3,586 2,083 200DB 7.000000000000 429 0 512  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-06-11 30,003 2,756 SL 39.000000000000 769 0 769  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-12-31 5,153 396 SL 39.000000000000 132 0 132  
    BUILDING (CHAPEL) 2011-12-01 104,663 8,276 SL 39.000000000000 2,684 0 2,684  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-12-01 9,139 722 SL 39.000000000000 234 0 234  
    WATER METER FOR CHAPEL 2011-12-01 2,500 1,422 200DB 7.000000000000 308 0 357  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-04-27 729 69 SL 39.000000000000 19 0 19  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-06-11 16,078 1,476 SL 39.000000000000 412 0 412  
    IMPROVEMENTS 2011-12-01 706 56 SL 39.000000000000 18 0 18  
    ADDITION 2012-03-01 8,399 609 SL 39.000000000000 215 0 215  
    GUTTERS 2012-12-21 750 38 SL 39.000000000000 19 0 19  
    A/C 2012-09-04 938 56 SL 39.000000000000 24 0 24  
    GUTTERS - RAVE 2012-12-21 504 26 SL 39.000000000000 13 0 13  
    ROOF 2012-06-29 1,600 103 SL 39.000000000000 41 0 41  
    BACK PORCH DECK/ADD ON 2012-11-09 884 50 SL 39.000000000000 23 0 23  
    KITCHEN SODA MACHINE DRAIN 2012-07-27 940 630 200DB 5.000000000000 124 0 188  
    OVEN/STOVE 2012-09-04 1,260 836 200DB 5.000000000000 170 0 252  
    MOTOR FOR AIR-X FAN 2012-10-10 1,399 81 SL 39.000000000000 36 0 36  
    BAR TABLE & CHAIRS 2012-12-18 2,037 998 200DB 7.000000000000 297 0 291  
    GUTTERS 2012-12-21 1,268 66 SL 39.000000000000 33 0 33  
    FURNITURE 2012-02-21 1,636 901 200DB 7.000000000000 210 0 234  
    GUTTERS 2012-12-21 2,243 116 SL 39.000000000000 58 0 58  
    WALKWAY/WHEELCHAIR RAMP 2012-02-17 1,800 130 SL 39.000000000000 46 0 46  
    HARMONY WEDDING CHAPPEL SIGN 2012-07-30 1,905 991 200DB 7.000000000000 261 0 272  
    MOORE'S BLDG #5 IMPROVEMENT 2013-03-21 2,748 358 150DB 15.000000000000 239 0 183  
    MOORE'S #1 BLDG IMPROVEMENT 2013-04-19 922 120 150DB 15.000000000000 80 0 61  
    BUILDING #1 IMPROVEMENT 2013-09-16 820 106 150DB 15.000000000000 71 0 55  
    GUTTERS 2013-04-05 825 108 150DB 15.000000000000 72 0 55  
    TABLES & CHAIRS 2013-05-16 1,965 762 200DB 7.000000000000 344 0 281  
    SOUND EQUIPMENT 2013-05-16 5,077 2,640 200DB 5.000000000000 975 0 1,015  
    BAR EQUIPMENT 2013-06-18 612 318 200DB 5.000000000000 118 0 122  
    SOUND SYSTEM 2013-08-19 435 226 200DB 5.000000000000 84 0 87  
    FREEZER/REFRIGERATOR 2013-09-27 6,706 3,487 200DB 5.000000000000 1,288 0 1,341  
    BUFFET EQUIPMENT 2013-10-18 1,457 757 200DB 5.000000000000 280 0 291  
    COMPUTER DESKTOP 2013-02-22 762 396 200DB 5.000000000000 146 0 152  

    TY 2015 LandEtcSchedule2
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Category / Item Cost / Other Basis Accumulated Depreciation Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    LAND (PARK) 76,670 0 76,670 89,460
    LAND (PARK) 2009 CAPITAL EXPENDITURES 7,295 0 7,295 9,330
    LAND 2,927 0 2,927 2,927
    LAND 14,412 0 14,412 16,800
    LAND 3,237 0 3,237 3,237
    LAND 11,192 0 11,192 11,192
    LAND 23,270 0 23,270 23,270
    LIBRARY BOOKS 3,430 0 3,430 3,430
    WEBSITE 2,400 2,356 44 44
    BUILDING 554,876 90,111 464,765 464,765
    FURNITURE & FIXTURES 16,364 15,140 1,224 1,224
    SOUND SYSTEM 19,169 19,169 0 0
    WALK IN COOLER 1,400 1,400 0 0
    VENTHOOD 10,980 10,980 0 0
    PARKING LOT 36,054 15,730 20,324 37,610
    BUILDING 66,194 10,889 55,305 55,305
    FURNITURE & FIXTURES 2,035 1,886 149 149
    BUILDING 61,864 10,177 51,687 51,687
    BUILDING 7,263 1,240 6,023 6,023
    HISTORICAL MARKER 1,000 465 535 535
    GRIST MILL & MOTOR 6,500 4,808 1,692 1,692
    SOUND SYSTEM 7,534 7,534 0 0
    HISTORICAL MARKER 8,000 3,302 4,698 4,698
    HISTORICAL MARKER 100 39 61 61
    SOUND SYSTEM 5,920 5,920 0 0
    BUILDING 29,268 4,125 25,143 25,143
    PARKING LOT 4,000 1,555 2,445 2,445
    SIGN 974 786 188 188
    SIGN 4,500 3,713 787 787
    BUILDING 7,137 793 6,344 6,344
    IMPROVEMENTS 84,162 9,891 74,271 74,271
    IMPROVEMENTS 99,980 10,470 89,510 106,200
    PARKING LOT 20,300 6,652 13,648 13,648
    FOLDING CHAIRS 3,132 2,086 1,046 1,046
    COMPUTER (JENNI) 706 572 134 134
    TABLES & CHAIRS 887 579 308 308
    MARGARITA MACHINE 2,064 1,874 190 190
    HALF BATH INSTALLATION 1,488 184 1,304 1,304
    OLD WOOD INVENTORY FOR RESTORATION 7,007 720 6,287 6,287
    IMPROVEMENTS 3,030 338 2,692 2,692
    HISTORICAL MARKER 1,500 547 953 953
    PICNIC TABLES 3,586 2,512 1,074 1,074
    IMPROVEMENTS 30,003 3,525 26,478 34,930
    IMPROVEMENTS 5,153 528 4,625 4,625
    BUILDING (CHAPEL) 104,663 10,960 93,703 116,710
    IMPROVEMENTS 9,139 956 8,183 8,183
    WATER METER FOR CHAPEL 2,500 1,730 770 770
    IMPROVEMENTS 729 88 641 641
    IMPROVEMENTS 16,078 1,888 14,190 14,190
    IMPROVEMENTS 706 74 632 632
    ADDITION 8,399 824 7,575 7,575
    GUTTERS 750 57 693 693
    A/C 938 80 858 858
    GUTTERS - RAVE 504 39 465 465
    ROOF 1,600 144 1,456 1,456
    BACK PORCH DECK/ADD ON 884 73 811 811
    KITCHEN SODA MACHINE DRAIN 940 754 186 186
    OVEN/STOVE 1,260 1,006 254 254
    MOTOR FOR AIR-X FAN 1,399 117 1,282 1,282
    BAR TABLE & CHAIRS 2,037 1,295 742 742
    GUTTERS 1,268 99 1,169 1,169
    FURNITURE 1,636 1,111 525 525
    GUTTERS 2,243 174 2,069 2,069
    WALKWAY/WHEELCHAIR RAMP 1,800 176 1,624 1,624
    HARMONY WEDDING CHAPPEL SIGN 1,905 1,252 653 653
    MOORE'S BLDG #5 IMPROVEMENT 2,748 597 2,151 2,151
    MOORE'S #1 BLDG IMPROVEMENT 922 200 722 722
    BUILDING #1 IMPROVEMENT 820 177 643 643
    GUTTERS 825 180 645 645
    TABLES & CHAIRS 1,965 1,106 859 859
    SOUND EQUIPMENT 5,077 3,615 1,462 1,462
    BAR EQUIPMENT 612 436 176 176
    SOUND SYSTEM 435 310 125 125
    FREEZER/REFRIGERATOR 6,706 4,775 1,931 1,931
    BUFFET EQUIPMENT 1,457 1,037 420 420
    COMPUTER DESKTOP 762 542 220 220


    TY 2015 OtherDecreasesSchedule
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Description Amount
    NON-DEDUCTIBLE MEALS 94


    TY 2015 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    COMPUTER & INTERNET 429 0 0 429
    ADVERTISING 9,729 0 0 9,729
    EQUIPMENT RENTAL 948 0 0 948
    INSURANCE 10,048 0 0 10,048
    MEALS 94 0 0 94
    POSTAGE/MAILING 182 0 0 182
    SUPPLIES 1,516 0 0 1,516
    EVENTS 4,965 0 13,989 -9,024
    FUEL 442 0 0 442
    REPAIRS & MAINTENANCE 18,538 0 0 18,538
    ENTERTAINMENT 570 0 0 570
    BANK FEES 205 0 0 205
    MISCELLANEOUS 42 0 0 42
    INTEREST EXPENSE 32 0 0 32
    AMORTIZATION 667 0 0 0


    TY 2015 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    STREET DANCE & CRAWFISH BOIL 4,300   4,300
    T-SHIRT SALES 30   30
    RENTAL INCOME 28,421   28,421


    TY 2015 SubstantialContributorsSch
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Name Address
    DON GILCHRIST 321 VZ CR 4500
    BEN WHEELER,TX75754
    DOOR CONTROL SERVICES
          		321 VAN ZANDT COUNTY ROAD
    BEN WHEELER,TX75754


    TY 2015 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    BEN WHEELER ARTS AND HISTORIC
     
    DISTRICT FOUNDATION
    EIN:
    33-1195767
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    PAYROLL TAXES 4,734 0 0 0
    PROPERTY TAXES 754 0 0 754