2025-11-04T15:00:40-06:00 2024-12-31 BRUCE E BERNSTIEN & ASSOCIATES 10440 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY STE 1040 DALLAS TX 75231 990 2024-01-01 756002511 STATE FAIR OF TEXAS % LINDSAY CLARK STAT 2144218701 PO BOX 150009 DALLAS TX 75315 Lindsay Clark CFO 2144218701 2025-11-04 true true P01424343 2147060840 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z MITCHELL GLIEBER PO BOX 150009 dallas TX 75315 86624958 false X www.bigtex.com X 1886 TX the state fair of texas celebrates all things texan by promoting agriculture, education & community involve- ment through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. 19 19 2559 1667 0 4721864 5216843 68934714 70135902 3035385 5825995 1003713 -120196 77695676 81058544 4267469 4324616 0 0 18832380 20217834 0 0 3900867 44163259 49654811 67263108 74197261 10432568 6861283 144211303 153357581 41687677 42684539 102523626 110673042 THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS CELEBRATES ALL THINGS TEXAN BY PROMOTING AGRICULTURE, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT THROUGH QUALITY ENTERTAINMENT IN A FAMILY-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT. THE STATE FAIR OF TEXAS IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WITH PROCEEDS HELPING TO PRESERVE AND IMPROVE FAIR PARK; UNDERWRITE MUSEUM, COMMUNITY, AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMS; AND HELP IMPROVE STATE FAIR OPERATIONS TO HELP PUT ON THE NEXT STATE FAIR OF TEXAS. OUR NONPROFIT PURPOSE IS FUNDED THROUGH THE PROCEEDS FROM THE ANNUAL 24-DAY STATE FAIR OF TEXAS EVENT, WHICH SERVES AS THE ORGANIZATION'S LARGEST FUNDRAISER OF THE YEAR. false false 62516247 4324616 70135902 Since its inception in 1886, the State Fair of Texas has celebrated all things Texan by promoting agriculture, education, and community involvement through quality entertainment in a family-friendly environment. The 2024 State Fair of Texas welcomed nearly 2.4 million fairgoers through the gates. The State Fair of Texas offers a variety of interactive exhibits focusing on agriculture and livestock - implementing hands-on activities that are both enjoyable and informative. Activities range from feeding furry friends at the petting zoo to learning about different livestock species during daily guided tours through the livestock barns. In addition, each year, thousands of students from around the state work diligently in preparation for the competitive livestock events and leadership contests at the State Fair. The largest of these events, the annual Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction, celebrates the agricultural heritage of our great state, while also providing scholarships and prizes to students all over Texas. The Fair's educational initiatives extend far beyond our 24-day exposition. With education at the very core of our foundation, the State Fair of Texas continues to serve as a showcase for Texas history, agriculture, and the community that connects it all. The Fair expands its educational initiatives to the classroom with an innovative curriculum, created in partnership with Big Thought. The online curriculum combines the unique culture of the Fair with Texas history and agriculture, incorporating it into a TEKS-aligned program that focuses on STEM subjects (science, technology, engineering, and math) for grades 4 through 12. With a focus on educating visitors about Texas history and agriculture, the Fair offers a unique experience that is both informative and entertaining. As a long-standing Dallas institution, the State Fair of Texas has a distinctive appreciation for the local support that makes such a big event possible every year. With the ultimate goal of having a positive community impact, the Fair aims to give back through our partnerships with local organizations and initiatives. The Fair continues to expand outreach programs while placing a special priority on promoting community involvement at the local level. Our impact in the community focuses on three areas that complement our mission - social capital, human capital, and financial capital. In addition, the Fair seeks to assist food insecurity in the South Dallas/Fair Park area through its Big Tex Urban Farms initiative. Each year, the State Fair of Texas brings guests from all walks of life together for 24 days in celebration of the Lone Star State's evolving culture. Beginning in 1886 as a local gathering place for people to share ideas and learn from new cultures, the annual state fair and exposition in Fair Park became a breeding ground for Texas education and innovation. 2024's theme encompassed one of the many great things the Fair is known for - 24 Day of Fun. The 2024 State Fair of Texas, themed "24 Days of Fun" highlighted a longstanding tradition in the hearts of many Texans - the State Fair of Texas. Known for its larger-than-life exhibition, offering a wide variety of shows, exhibits, shopping, rides, games, and especially food, what better year than 2024 to celebrate all these things with our "24 Days of Fun" commemorative theme art? For 138 years, we have celebrated all things Texan here at the Most Texan Place on Earth, and last year, we paid homage with 24 ways the Fair is fun for everyone. The 2024 State Fair of Texas made a difference in more ways that we can count. Below are just a few of the noteworthy successes from this year's exposition: - The State Fair welcomed nearly 2.4 million fairgoers through the gates; - Approximately $91.4 million was generated in gross coupon sales for food, beverage, and rides, with a majority of funds going to vendors; - More than 69,000 first responders, members of the military, and their families used the special discount in gratitude for their service; - More than 71,250 people enjoyed the return of 15 performances of the State Fair of Texas Rodeo presented by United Ag & Turf in the historic Fair Park Coliseum, with 900 riders participating; - Since 2018, nearly 12.8 million free admission tickets have been given to students and teachers throughout North Texas, and nearly 1,100 free admission tickets were donated to local nonprofit organizations; - Community members got crafty with over 12,000 entries in the Fair's Creative Arts competitions. More than 4,400 ribbons were awarded to folks celebrating their creativity this year. - More than 13,000 livestock entries were entered and processed by our team leading up to the Fair; - Fairgoers came together to donate more than 198,000 pounds of canned food during our 2024 "Feed the Need" promotion, which equated to more than 165,000 meals for the North Texas Food Bank to serve the community that fall; - Ag Awareness Day gathered more than 200 chapters of 4-H, FFA, and FCCLA to participate in the canned food drive, donating more than 30,000 pounds of food to the North Texas Food Bank; - The 76th Annual Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction raised more than $2 million for youth livestock exhibitors; - The Grand Champion Market Steer of the Big Tex Youth Livestock Auction was sold to the Big Tex Champion Club for $180,000, a new single-record sale; - Free concerts were once again held on the Chevrolet Main Stage, with Los Pescadores, Jesse & Joy, Wyatt Flores, and The Commodores drawing the largest crowds; - The Fair hosted the Seventh Annual Juanita Craft Humanitarian Awards, awarding four individuals following in Mrs. Craft's footsteps, making a positive impact in their community and in civil rights efforts; - Sensory-Friendly Mornings were held for the sixth time this year for all three Wednesdays of the Fair - reducing noise and lights across the grounds to accommodate those with sensory-related concerns; - More than 144,000 fans were in attendance for State Fair Classic and the Allstate Red River Rivalry at the historic Cotton Bowl Stadium during the Fair; - The Kroger Starlight Parade featured brand-new floats that illuminated the Fairgrounds each night, with more than 800 riders adorning the floats during the processions; - Throughout the 24 days of the Fair, 3,099 activities happened across the fairgrounds; - 225 students across the Lone Star State were awarded scholarships through the Big Tex Scholarship Program, a total equaling more than $1.3 million; - Taking place the day after the Fair concludes, State Fair Cares partners with concessionaires and vendors to collect any leftover food to be donated to local food pantries and shelters. The 2024 food drive collected donations from 28 vendors, representing more than 100 booths throughout the fairgrounds. Donations were divided up and shared amongst eight South Dallas/Fair Park area organizations. These organizations included: Cornerstone Community Kitchen, Dallas Bethlehem Center, Inspired Vision Compassion Center, Jubilee Park Community Center, OurCalling, St. Paul United Methodist Church, T.R. Hoover CDC, and The Well Recovery Center. On top of the initiatives and donation programs that take place during the annual exposition, the State Fair of Texas continues to support our home, Fair Park, by contributing funds from our revenue. In 2024 alone, the State Fair of Texas contributed $19.5 million through philanthropic and Fair Park giving. Philanthropic and Fair Park Giving includes giving through community outreach programs, funding for the upkeep and historical preservation of Fair Park annual rent to the City of Dallas with the agreement that it must go towards the upkeep of Fair Park, and funding for other Fair Park improvements and State Fair operations. In addition, the State Fair of Texas' Community Giving Program offers opportunities for local nonprofits to receive financial support during dedicated cycles throughout the year. 133 organizations received more than $652,000 in project funding through grants and sponsorships in 2024. In addition to offering financial resources, our Community Affairs department connected local organizations to foster community relationships, form partnerships, and develop initiatives that work to make a positive impact. Our ability to serve and continue growing our scope of service is strengthened through the support of our fairgoers, relationships with like-minded organizations, and dedication of our State Fair team. The Fair's Big Tex Urban Farms is a mobile agriculture system comprised of portable planting beds and hydroponic systems housed in the heart of Fair Park. 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FIN 48 (ASC 740) PART X, LINE 2: THE FAIR IS EXEMPT from federal income tax under section 501 (a) of internal revenue code (IRC) as an organization described in section 501(c)(3). The fair receives certain contributions to partially offset the costs of various events at the annual fair. the fair believes such contributions are related to its tax-exempt purpose and, accordingly, excludes such amounts from its unrelated business income computation. escrow and custodial arrangement FOrm 990, schedule d, part iv, line 2b: Per a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Dallas dated 6/28/17, funds committed to the City by the State Fair of Texas are allocated by the Fair and the City for major maintenance projects. The amount funding the City's portion of major maintenance projects is deposited into a restricted account known as the "Fair Park Improvement Fund." This account is reflected as "Investments with contractual restrictions for Fair Park Improvements" on the Fair's Statement of Financial Position within its audited financial statements. Upon request from the City, and in compliance with the MOU, the Fair disburses funds from this account to the City. 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Eligible recipients include graduating high school seniors around the state of Texas who have participated in competitive youth livestock events held at the State Fair, graduating seniors from six Dallas Independent School District high schools in the Fair Park area, and seasonal employees of the State Fair of Texas or their dependents. Recipients receive a $6,000 grant in total, renewable each semester if the student maintains eligibility while working towards a degree at a Texas college, university, or accredited trade school. Big Tex scholars must attend an accredited college, university, or trade school within the State of Texas. Recipients must enroll in and pass a minimum of 12 hours each semester and must achieve a minimum 2.5 GPA the first semester and a 3.0 cumulative GPA for every semester thereafter. To clarify, if recipients make below a 3.0 one semester but their cumulative GPA is still at least a 3.0, they meet the required GPA to receive funding. Recipients are required to submit their grades to the State Fair at the end of every semester by the communicated deadlines, which are also available all year long on BigTex.com/Scholarship. It is also the responsibility of the scholarship recipient to keep their contact information updated with the State Fair. All scholars also receive a season pass for life to the annual State Fair of Texas. Juanita Craft Scholarships Honoring legendary civil rights activist Juanita Craft each year, the State Fair of Texas awards multiple $6,000 scholarships to selected applicants from the following Fair Park-area high schools: Irma Lerma Rangel Young Women's Leadership School, James Madison, Lincoln, North Dallas, Roosevelt, and Woodrow Wilson High Schools. This scholarship is available for applicants who plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year Texas college, university, or trade school. Youth Livestock Scholarships The State Fair of Texas awards $6,000 scholarships to selected applicants who have competed in specific competitive youth livestock events held at the State Fair. Scholarships are given to applicants who are graduating from a Texas high school, and preference is given to those pursuing an agricultural-related or agricultural-benefiting natural science curriculum at a Texas college, university, or trade school. Qualifying events include the following: . Donkey & Mule Show, Youth Class . Horse Show: AHA, Youth Class . Horse Show: 5D Barrel Race, Youth Class . Horse Show: Youth RSNC Ranch Sorting . Horse Show: 4-H 4X4 Chute . Youth Rodeo . Junior Llama Show . Junior TLBT Longhorn Cattle Show . Junior TLBT Longhorn Showmanship . National Youth Food Challenge Contest . Youth Food Challenge Contest . Youth Agricultural Job Interview Contest . Youth Agricultural Public Speaking Contest . Youth Agricultural Science Fair . Youth Agriculture Mechanics Premier Exhibitor Sweepstakes . Youth Agriculture Mechanics Project Show and Tractor Restoration Contest . Youth AgRobotics Contest . Youth Archery Contest . Youth Agriculture Product Identification Contest . Youth Range and Pasture Plant Identification Contest . Youth Wildlife Contest . Youth Dairy Judging Contest . Youth Livestock Judging Contest . Youth Beef Skillathon Contest . Youth Sheep Skillathon Contest . Youth Swine Skillathon Contest . Youth Breeding Beef Heifer Show . Youth Breeding Beef Heifer Showmanship . Youth Breeding Gilt Show . Youth Breeding Gilt Showmanship . Youth Breeding Goat Show . Youth Breeding Goat Showmanship . Youth Breeding Sheep Show . Youth Breeding Sheep Showmanship . Youth Breeding Rabbit Show . Youth Dairy Cattle Show . Youth Dairy Cattle Showmanship . Youth Dairy Goat Show . Youth Dairy Goat Showmanship . Youth Market Barrow Show . Youth Market Broiler Show . Youth Market Goat Show . Youth Market Lamb Show . Youth Market Steer Show . Youth Prospect Steer Show . Youth Poultry Showmanship Seasonal Employee Scholarship First awarded in 2018, the State Fair of Texas Seasonal Employee Scholarship awards scholarships each year to seasonal staff members directly employed by the State Fair of Texas or to a dependent child, step-child, grandchild, step-grandchild, foster, or adopted child of the qualified seasonal employee. This scholarship is available for applicants who plan to attend an accredited two-year or four-year Texas college, university, or vocational-technical school. Eligible seasonal staff are those who have completed at least three years of seasonal employment as of January 1 of the year in which the scholarship is to be awarded and have worked an average of 20 hours a week during the prior Fair. Recipients receive a $6,000 grant, renewable in pre-determined increments (paid by semester or term) if the student maintains a 3.0 GPA while working towards the completion of an eligible degree. Other Livestock Awards and Scholarships On behalf of its significant past leaders and longtime supporters, the Fair also awards additional scholarships to exemplary program recipients whose behavior honors the namesake of each opportunity. With opportunities available for both newly awarded applicants and current sophomores, selected recipients receive an additional $6,000 to be disbursed throughout the duration of their college career. Benny Clark Memorial Scholarship A strong leader in the Texas agricultural community, Benny Clark served as the former vice president of agriculture and livestock at the State Fair of Texas. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Youth Livestock Scholarship who is a new recipient and honors Benny's years of commitment to the State Fair. Peggy Sloan Memorial Scholarship A strong female leader, Peggy Sloan served as the former vice president of exhibits at the State Fair of Texas. This scholarship is awarded to an outstanding Juanita Craft Scholarship recipient from the Irma L. Rangel Young Women's Leadership School and honors Peggy's years of commitment to the State Fair. Terry Griffin Memorial Scholarship Serving on both the Board of Directors and Executive Committee for the State Fair of Texas, Terry Griffin was instrumental in developing the Fair's Youth Scholarship Program. This scholarship is awarded to two outstanding students - one sophomore Juanita Craft Scholarship recipient and one sophomore Youth Livestock Scholarship recipient. Clarice Tinsley Journalism Scholarship While millions of viewers in the Dallas/Fort Worth area know Clarice Tinsley for her work as a FOX4 News Anchor, the State Fair of Texas recognizes her as a longtime friend and supporter of its Scholarship Program. This scholarship is awarded to one outstanding student - a sophomore Juanita Craft Scholarship recipient who is pursuing a degree in journalism. Youth Livestock Contest Scholarships In addition to the Youth Livestock Scholarship mentioned above, the Fair also awards scholarships to Texas 4-H, FFA, and FCCLA students who have won or placed in specific youth livestock contests held during the State Fair of Texas. Scholarship awards vary by contest and placement won, with funds ranging from $1,000 to $5,000. During the annual State Fair of Texas event, approximately 170 livestock and agriculture events and leadership contests are held. Participants may receive compensation to reward placement in specific contests, ranging in amounts. These contests include but are not limited to public speaking, agriculture mechanics, AgRobotics, food, product identification, dairy judging, livestock skill-a-thons, an agriculture science fair, and the annual youth livestock auction. Community Initiatives As a long-standing Dallas institution, the State Fair of Texas has a unique appreciation for the local support that makes such a big event possible every year. With the ultimate goal of having a positive community impact, the Fair aims to give back through our partnerships with local organizations and initiatives. The Fair continues to expand outreach programs while placing a special priority on promoting community involvement at the local level. Our impact in the community focuses on three areas that complement our mission - social capital, human capital, and financial capital. In addition, the Fair seeks to assist food insecurity in the South Dallas/Fair Park area through its Big Tex Urban Farms initiative. Community Grant Funding As a neighbor in the South Dallas/Fair Park community, we are committed to supporting nonprofit organizations that are providing services in this area. We understand that these organizations, like ours, depend on year-round generosity from citizens, volunteers, corporations, and other nonprofit organizations. In order to extend our hand to the members of our community that are bringing about positive change, the State Fair of Texas offe X X X false false false false false false false false false Mitchell Glieber President 442682 356000 59193 32200 32928 923003 Jaime Navarro COO 292259 125000 82901 32200 34028 566388 Lindsay Clark CFO 248383 125000 4722 32200 2281 412586 Karissa Condoianis SVP - Public Relations 222822 75000 23009 29420 12484 362735 Russell Fitzgerald SVP - Operations 214969 75000 38169 28325 11897 368360 Jason K Hays SVP - Brand Experience 180407 75000 15426 26533 5771 303137 Robert Hilbun RETIRED GENERAL MANAGER 6645 125000 52106 266 0 184017 Melanie Linnear SVP - Food and Beverage 193886 75000 11006 26237 13156 319285 Daryl Real SVP - Livestock 202629 75000 65257 14717 32799 390402 Jennifer Schuder SVP - Marketing 225745 75000 42290 28266 12535 383836 Margaret Hannah VP - HR 140644 41000 780 18520 15105 216049 Leah Anthony Schulz Controller 165238 38000 118 12386 14777 230519 Nathan Gross VP - Fair Operations 164412 25000 215 11416 12466 213509 substantial contributor substantial contributor 2143536 cleaning services false substantial contributor substantial contributor 804379 signage &installation services false substantial contributor substantial contributor 628782 printing services false substantial contributor substantial contributor 219346 equipment rental false substantial contributor substantial contributor 118439 electrical equip. and services false substantial contributor substantial contributor 102939 equipment rental false Footnotes to Schedule L, PART IV: 1. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR CLEANING SERVICES. 2. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR SIGNAGE AND INSTALLATION SERVICES. 3. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR PRINTING SERVICES. 4. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR EQUIPMENT RENTALS. 5. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT AND SERVICES. 6. INTERESTED PERSON IS BOTH A VENDOR AND A SUBSTANTIAL CONTRIBUTOR, AS DEFINED PER IRS SCHEDULE L INSTRUCTIONS. VENDOR CONTRIBUTED FUNDS TO SFT'S YOUTH LIVESTOCK AUCTION PREMIUM AND SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM. SFT MADE PAYMENTS TO VENDOR FOR EQUIPMENT RENTALS. X 1 20217 FMV X BOOTS 40 12000 FMV X BUTTER 1 2758 FMV X cell phone allowance 12 10400 fmv false true false DIFFERENCES IN VOTING RIGHTS AMONG MEMBERS OF GOVERNING BODY FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 1(a): The Board of Directors comprises at least 15 but no more than 20 voting members. SFT's amended bylaws state that SFT shall have General Counsel serve as an ex-officio, non-voting member of the Board of Directors additionally, each past Chairman of the Board, except for the immediate past chairman of the Board of Directors, shall be an ex-officio, non-voting member of the Board of Directors. The amended bylaws also create a Board of Advisors whose members act in an advisory capacity only and do not have voting rights. process to review form 990 form 990, Part VI, Section B, line 11(b): The Form 990 was reviewed in detail with the Finance/Audit Committee. The Form 990 was then distributed to all members of the Board of Directors prior to filing. MONITORING AND ENFORCING CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12(C): SFT performs an annual survey of its directors, officers, and key employees regarding any business or family relationships with SFT or with other of the organization's directors, officers, and key employees. Any potential conflicts of interest are reviewed by the Finance/Audit Committee which recommends any necessary corrective action to the Board of Directors. PROCESS FOR DETERMINING COMPENSATION FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINES 15(B): SFT's independent board determines the compensation for the president using comparability data. Each employee must complete written goals and objectives for their operating area which is approved by the president. The president makes assessments of all employees' (excluding himself) performance and achievement of written goals and objectives, and their target incentive compensation percentage and makes recommendations to the finance/audit committee of the board of directors. The finance/audit committee deliberates on the recommendations and any incentive compensation for the president without State Fair management present and makes a recommendation to the Board of Directors. The board of directors deliberates and decides on the final State Fair management incentive compensation without management present. All such decisions of the board of directors are documented with contemporaneous minutes of its meetings. The finance/audit committee regularly requests third-party compensation studies performed by a national accounting and consulting firm to ensure the State Fair's compensation for senior staff members is within a competitive and acceptable range, in accordance with the IRS and Department of the Treasury "Rebuttable Presumption" federal regulation (26 CFR 53.4958-6). The firm provides this analysis independently under the AICPA Independence Standards." HOW DOCUMENTS are made available to the PUBLIC FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19: SFT makes the following documents available to the general public on SFT's website at www.bigtex.com: Amended and Restated Bylaws, Restated Certificate of Formation, Conflict of Interest/Ethics Policy, Finance/Audit Committee Charter, annual reports, and audited financial statements. In addition, SFT makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public by providing copies upon request and available for inspection at its administrative office. FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:SECURITY TOTAL FEES:7842808 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:CLEANING TOTAL FEES:1942790 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:RIDES/GAMES OPERATORS TOTAL FEES:1463392 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:SUPERINTENDENTS, JUDGES, VETS TOTAL FEES:761616 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:TICKET-TICKETING SERV TOTAL FEES:740194 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:OTHER TOTAL FEES:965258 FORM 990 PART IX LINE 11G DESCRIPTION:PUBLICITY SERVICES TOTAL FEES:300198