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B-26 MARAUDER HISTORICAL SOCIETY
TUCSON, AZ · EIN 311253622 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE Z99Z · Unknown · Micro (<$100K) · b-26mhs.org
revenue
$48K
expenses
$59K
net assets
$95K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

The organization's primary exempt purpose is to ensure that the Martin B-26 Marauder be recognized as the medium bomber that distinguished itself in the annals of air warfare during World War II. That historical recognition shall also acknowledge the contributions made by the Marauder Men and Women, of all nations, who designed, built, tested, maintained, supported and flew that remarkable aircraft in training and in combat.

profile · synthesized from sources

The B-26 Marauder Historical Society preserves the history of the Martin B-26 Marauder aircraft and the approximately 300,000 military personnel associated with it during World War II. The organization supports historical research, operates an archive, and connects a global membership through reunions and a monthly publication. It is headquartered in Tucson, Arizona.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Archival Preservation Program
Manages and preserves authentic archival materials related to the B-26 Marauder, housed at the Pima Air and Space Museum and the University of Akron.
B-26 Reunions
Annual in-person gatherings held in various U.S. cities to connect members, honor veterans, and share historical content, including site visits and educational speakers.
Marauder Mission Briefs
Free monthly publication featuring contemporaneous stories about the B-26 Marauder and associated personnel during World War II.
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Historic Aircraft Acquisition and Display 2 activities
    • Archive B-26 Marauder historical materials
      Maintains archival materials related to the B-26 Marauder at the Pima Air and Space Museum for public and research access.
    • Preserving B-26 Marauder History
      Works to preserve the memory of the 300,000 individuals associated with the Martin B-26 Marauder during World War II and maintains archival materials related to the B-26 Marauder at the Pima Air and Space Museum.
  • Aviation Fly-In & Community Events 2 activities
    • Host B-26 Marauder reunions
      Organizes and hosts annual reunions for members and veterans associated with the B-26 Marauder, including educational events and site visits, such as gatherings in 2023 (Akron, OH), 2025 (October), and 2026 (March).
    • Hosting B-26 Marauder Reunions
      Hosts reunions for the B-26 Marauder Historical Society, which have included visits to museums, educational speakers, and archive tours.
  • Aviation Historical Publication Production 2 activities
    • Publish Marauder Mission Briefs
      Publishes "Marauder Mission Briefs," a free monthly publication featuring stories about the B-26 Marauder and associated personnel during WWII.
    • Publishing "Marauder Mission Briefs"
      Publishes "Marauder Mission Briefs," a free monthly publication featuring stories about the B-26 Marauder and associated personnel during WWII.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Preserve historical memory of B-26 Marauder personnel
      Works to preserve the memory of the 300,000 individuals associated with the Martin B-26 Marauder during World War II through archival and educational initiatives.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$48K
Contributions & grants$24K50%
Program service revenue$10K21%
Investment income$1600%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$59K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
balance sheet
Total assets$95K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$95K
2 years on record · 2021–2022 · YoY revenue -12.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Association Managers Inc staff and headquarters services 70 $50K
board members · 12
  • Brian Gibbons — Director 2018-22
  • Donald Hoch — Director 2018-22
  • J Weintz Jr — Director 2020-24
  • John Preacher — Director 2020-24
  • Joshua Muri — Director 2018-22, President, ExCom
  • Larry Thorp — Director 2018-22, Past-President, ExCom
  • Nick Cressy — Director 2018-22
  • Phil Walter Jr — Director 2020-24, Treasurer, ExCom
  • Rachel Ganzkow — Director 2020-24
  • Roberta Dow Faulkenberry — Director 2018-22; Secretary, ExCom
  • Ron Bolesta — Director, 2020-24, Vice President, ExCom
  • Stanley Walsh — Director 2020-24
relationships · 4

who they work with

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  • Maps Museum Partner — Visited the museum during the 2023 reunion to see a restored B-26 Marauder and other airplanes.
  • Pima Air and Space Museum Partner — Houses the B-26 Marauder archival materials and other related collections.
  • University of Akron Partner — Visited the university during the 2023 reunion, where the B-26 Archives reside.