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German American Heritage Society of St Louis

EIN 43-1575860 · Saint Louis, MO

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthNot ratedToo small or too little detailGovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

To foster the educational aspects that German ancestry had on Missouri and the city of St. Louis, we aim to educate the public about German culture and the social impact of German heritage on various domains, including the arts, sciences, industry, farming, food, laws, architecture, and education.German immigrants have significantly influenced Missouris history and culture. Here are some key points:Economic Impact: German immigrants played a crucial role in shaping Missouris economy. They were not destitute peasants but included professionals, skilled craftsmen, and unskilled workers. Carpenters, coopers, shoemakers, tailors, bakers, brewers, stonemasons, and bricklayers contributed to the citys growth and diversity.Settlements: St. Louis attracted a large number of German immigrants during the 19th century. By 1880, most Germans coming to St. Louis were displaced farm laborers or urban workers from northern Germany. They settled throughout the city, taking advantage of social mobility

Income
$18,892
Spending
$46,945
Reserves
26.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 34%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (3)
  1. $37,996 spent. COMPLETED REFIRVISHING THE FREIDRICH KARL FRANZ HECKER MONUMENT IN ITS ORIGINAL BRONZE PATINA. LOCATED IN BENTON PARK IN THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI. THE MONUMENT FIRST DEDICATED IN 1882 HONORS A LAWYER, POLITICIAN, US ARMY COLONEL, AND LEADER IN BOTH GERMANY AND THE UNITED STATES.
  2. $4,206 spent. FOUNDERS EVENT AWARDS WERE GIVEN OUT
  3. $1,316 spent. TASTE OF GERMANY EVENT TOOK PLACE TO EDUCATE ATTENDEES ON GERMAN FOODS

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since August 1991.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.

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