Mission
The California Federation of Mineralogical Societies is a 501(3)(c) non-profit organization representing mineralogical and lapidary clubs in California, Nevada, and Hawaii. It aims to promote education and knowledge of geology, mineralogy, and lapidary arts through various programs, scholarships, field trips, and public exhibitions.
Basic Information
Tax-Exempt
Founded in
1946
EIN
95-2504939
Total Assets
$1.055 million
At a Glance
Educational Programs
The CFMS provides a variety of educational video programs and a list of speakers for societies to enhance their knowledge.
Annual Gem and Mineral Show
CFMS holds an annual gem and mineral show for the public to promote knowledge of rocks, gems, and minerals.
Scholarship Program
The organization maintains a scholarship program providing financial assistance to qualified students majoring in earth sciences or lapidary arts.
Upcoming Events
Tule Gem & Mineral Society Gemboree
January 18-19, 2025
January 18-19, 2025 – Annual gem show featuring minerals and rocks.
Antioch Lapidary Club Jewelry, Gem & Rock Show
February 15-16, 2025
February 15-16, 2025 – A jewelry and gemstone show with various vendors.
Learn MoreOur Programs
Scholarship Program
Provides financial assistance to students majoring in earth sciences or lapidary arts.
Educational Video Programs
Offers educational video programs for societies to enhance their monthly programs.
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
62
80
/100
Program Expense Ratio
99.03%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
35.24%
18
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.0399
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
13.15
20
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 8.26K | 8.82% |
| Program Services | 59.07K | 63.10% |
| Investment Income | 26.14K | 27.92% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Notable Sources | 150 | 0.16% |
| Total Revenue | 93.62K | 100.00% |
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