2019-05-06T12:38:09-07:00 2018-06-30 952076568 Leaf & Cole LLP 2810 Camino Del Rio South Suite 200 San Diego CA 921083820 990 2017-07-01 956066250 REUBEN H FLEET SCIENCE CENTER REUB 6192381233 PO BOX 33303 BALBOA PARK SAN DIEGO CA 92163 DR STEVEN L SNYDER President & CEO 2019-05-06 true JULIE A FIRL P00085551 6192947200 X 2017 2019-02-21 02:37:17Z DR STEVEN L SNYDER 1875 EL PRADO SAN DIEGO CA 92101 8044571 false false X WWW.RHFLEET.ORG X 1957 CA The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is dedicated to realizing a San Diego where everyone is connected to the power of science. 27 27 209 413 0 2069963 1726099 4985417 4530083 27349 115724 1086903 980494 8169632 7352400 2000 0 0 4332320 4725379 0 471306 4566056 3982761 8900376 8708140 -730744 -1355740 14450473 13073439 4729538 4603047 9720935 8470392 The Reuben H. Fleet Science Center is dedicated to realizing a San Diego where everyone is connected to the power of science. false false 7159440 4530083 The Fleet Science Center (the Fleet) operates the following programs and activities:Science Exhibits:The Fleet features more than 100 interactive science exhibits in multiple galleries, as well as major traveling exhibitions. Visitors can create colored shadows, touch a tornado, examine the vibration of guitar strings and get their hands on a variety of intriguing scientific phenomena. Permanent exhibitions include Studio X, where people can invent and create and Retro-Active Science, classic science exhibits that explore a variety of fundamental science principles. Children rule in Kid City, just for kids ages five and under. Kid City contains a factory with conveyor belts, cranes, air chutes, an interactive fire truck, several Young Explorer computers, a child-size grocery store and much more. Visitors of all ages can build free-form structures in the popular Block Busters! exhibition. On weekends, scheduled programs such as the Make-It Workshop and Weekend Science Clubs, provide additional opportunities for educational fun.IMAX Giant Dome Theater:The Fleet is also home to the worlds first IMAX Dome Theater, presenting the biggest film and digital presentations on the planet. Its unique configuration wraps the audience in images and provides the illusion of being suspended in space. Film topics take audiences from outer space to under water and every place in between. Films are generally suitable for all ages. The Eugene Heikoff and Marilyn Jacobs Heikoff Dome Theater also plays host to the monthly Sky Tonight planetarium show, which is led by an astronomer and paired with outdoor telescope viewing, courtesy of the San Diego Astronomy Association (weather permitting). The Fleet also produces large-format films as a member of the Giant Dome Theater Consortium.Education Programs:The Fleet offers science education for students, seniors, teachers and the general public through lectures, classes, workshops and more. Whether its a visit to the Fleet or a Science-to-Go program delivered at a school site, we offer programs accessible by everyone. The Fleet also runs weekly half-day education camps during school breaks. Camps are held for grades pre-K8 and are designed to be fun, educational, hands-on and to incorporate the Fleets Science Center Exhibit Galleries. Summer camp themes during summer 2017 include: chemistry, the human body, robotics and space.Craveology:Craveology is the perfect location to pick up the lunch or treat you're craving. The casual, friendly atmosphere has a great selection of items, including salads, sandwiches, wraps and flatbread pizzas. We can satisfy any growling stomach! And if youre looking to rejuvenate from your busy day, order a fruit smoothie, frapp or one of our specialty coffees and have a seat at our beautiful patio, located in front of the iconic Balboa Park Bea Evenson Fountain. Admission to the Fleet is not required for a visit to Craveology, so stop by, feed your craving and enjoy the view. North Star Science Store:The North Star Science Store, located inside the Fleet Science Center, is the perfect place to shop for educational gifts, do-it-yourself kits, toys and souvenirs. We offer a wonderful assortment of curious and hard-to-find items, a great selection of books, models and more! Examine tons of science-related products to awaken the astronomer, physicist or chemist within. 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The endowment funds primarily serve to generate income that is distributed annually to our operating fund according to a formula approved by our board. Income distributions from the Harding Trust (which is counted in endowments) are used for science center exhibits. Part X : FIN48 Footnote The Fleet is a public charity and is exempt from income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and Section 23701(d) of the California Revenue and Taxation Code. The Fleet believes that it has appropriate support for any tax positions taken, and as such, does not have any uncertain tax positions that are material to the financial statements. The Fleet is not a private foundation. Part XI, Line 2d: Other revenue amounts included in F/S but not included on form 990 COST OF GOODS SOLD FROM INVENTORY $194548 SPECIAL EVENTS EXPENSES $82571 DIRECT EXPENSE FROM CAFETERIA $415052 Part XII, Line 2d: Other expenses and losses per audited F/S COSTS OF GOODS SOLD FROM INVENTORY $609600 SPECIAL EVENTS EXPENSE $82571 DIRECT EXPENSE FROM CAFETERIA $0 false WINE EVENT 303474 261607 41867 42396 6760 33415 303474 261607 41867 42396 6760 33415 82571 -40704 X X false false false false false false false false false false DR STEVEN L SNYDER President & CEO 213734 5229 10675 229638 HORACIO CORREA COO 146335 3080 10018 159433 A CA STATEWIDE COMM DEV AUT 680164610 2013-11-30 5000000 REFINANCING false false false A 5000000 142500 1169200 true false true true Form 990, Part VI, Line 11b: Form 990 Review Process The Audit Committee of the Board of Trustees in conjunction with the Finance Committee review the final draft of the tax return in detail and approve the final return to be filed. The Executive Director, Chief Operating Officer, and Controller also review the return. Lastly, every member of the Board of Trustees will be provided a full copy of the tax return prior to its filing with tax authorities. Form 990, Part VI, Line 12c: Explanation of Monitoring and Enforcement of Conflicts The Board of Trustees has in place revised Standing Order #2 "Conflict of Interest and Disclosure" and Standing Order #9 "Ethical Guidelines for Business Support" - both were approved with Board Action Request #362 on 3/23/10. The orders cover the duty to disclose, determine the existence, procedures for addressing, and recording any potential conflict of interest. Each Trustee, principal officer, and member of a committee with governing board-delegated powers is required to complete an annual statement which affirms understanding and compliance with the policy. Form 990, Part VI, Line 15b: Compensation Review and Approval Process for Officers and Key Employees The Board of Trustees has in place Standing Order #1 "Annual Performance Review of Executive Director" that was approved with Board Action Request #362 on 3/23/10. The President of the Board is responsible for the annual formal evaluation of performance. The President appoints an ad hoc committee of at least 3 trustees, including the President, to conduct this review. The compensation portion of the review provides an basis for the Executive Director's salary and benefits package and includes a survey of comparable salaries (conducted by the Audit Committee) to determine the market standard. Form 990, Part VI, Line 19: Other Organization Documents Publicly Available THE ORGANIZATION MAKES ITS AUDITED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS, GOVERNING DOCUMENTS, FORM 990, AND POLICIES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO USES WWW.GUIDESTAR.ORG TO DISCLOSE ITS FORM 990.