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NORTH AMERICAN MGB REGISTER

GILBERT, AZ · EIN 371272941 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE N50 · Recreation & Sports · Micro (<$100K) · www.namgbr.org
revenue
$78K
expenses
$64K
net assets
$130K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO MAINTAIN AND EXPAND INTEREST IN BRITAIN'S MOST POPULAR SPORTS CAR THE MGB.

profile · synthesized from sources

The North American MGB Register (NAMGBR) is an international car club for enthusiasts of MG vehicles, primarily serving members in the USA, Canada, and Mexico. It offers a range of benefits including a bi-monthly magazine, technical support, an annual convention, and a mutual aid directory for members experiencing breakdowns. The organization aims to foster community and support among MG owners and enthusiasts.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Annual Convention
A multi-day celebration of MG vehicles and a gathering for enthusiasts, held annually in different locations across the United States or Canada.
Club & Register Regalia
Offers club-branded clothing and accessories for members to purchase.
Mutual Aid Directory (MAD)
An annual directory listing members and service providers by state/province and town/city, offering assistance to fellow MG owners experiencing breakdowns or needing advice while traveling.
Registers
Each registrar supports a specific model or variation of an MG, providing expert knowledge and assistance to members.
Technical Help
Provides technical support for MG vehicles through a team of experts, registrars, and a Facebook discussion group.
The MG Driver
A bi-monthly magazine with over 60 pages of technical and member information for MG enthusiasts.
activities · 4 clusters

what they do

  • Member Benefits and Support Services 6 activities
    • Chapter Support
      Provides free club insurance for NAMGBR Chapters with at least 8 members to cover events such as car shows, driving events, or meetings.
    • Member Benefits and Discounts
      Offers members a 5% discount on Hagerty Collector Car Insurance policies and provides free event insurance for NAMGBR Chapters with at least 8 members to cover club activities such as car shows and driving events.
    • Member Benefits and Merchandise
      Offers members a 5% discount on new or renewing Hagerty Insurance policies, provides an engraved dash plaque and a cling-on style NAMGBR logo window sticker, and sells various accessory items directly from the organization.
    • Online Member Community Facilitation
      Operates an active Facebook Group to support member engagement, enabling discussions, technical troubleshooting, and peer-to-peer support around MG vehicle ownership and restoration.
    • Technical Support and Expert Coordination
      Provides technical assistance to members through a team of model-specific registrars and technical co-coordinators who respond to inquiries via email and a dedicated Facebook Discussion Group.
    • Technical Support and Resources
      Provides technical assistance for MG owners through a team of specialized technical co-coordinators and model-specific registrars, accessible via email and a Facebook Discussion Group. The organization also publishes a Mutual Aid Directory listing members willing to offer support to other members who break down.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 4 activities
    • Mutual Aid Directory (MAD) Maintenance
      Maintains and annually distributes the Mutual Aid Directory (MAD), a resource listing members by state who are willing to assist others with breakdowns or technical support, updated through member submissions and recommendations.
    • Mutual Aid Directory Distribution
      Distributes an annual Mutual Aid Directory to all members in good standing each May, which lists members willing to offer support.
    • Publication of "The MG Driver" Magazine
      Produces and distributes a bi-monthly, 64-page full-color magazine titled "The MG Driver" to all members in good standing, featuring technical articles, member news, and classified advertising for members to buy, sell, or seek MG-related items.
    • Publication of "The MG Driver" Magazine
      Publishes "The MG Driver," a bi-monthly, 64-page full-color magazine containing technical information, member news, and classified advertising for members.
  • Classic & Custom Car Shows 1 activity
    • Annual Convention
      Sponsors and organizes an annual 4-day convention, in conjunction with a NAMGBR Chapter, featuring driving tours, a car show, and local food and drink, held every year since 1992 (except 2020).
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Annual Convention Organization
      Sponsors and hosts a 4-day annual convention, typically in conjunction with a local chapter, featuring driving tours, car shows, and social events; held every year since 1992 except 2020.
    • Membership Management and Renewal Services
      Offers multiple channels for individuals to join or renew membership, including online, mail-in, and gift memberships, with options to update personal information and directory listings. Serves residents of the United States, Canada, and Mexico, with international membership tiers available.
    • Membership Services
      Offers various membership options, including individual and gift memberships, with online and mail-in renewal processes. Membership is available to residents of Canada, Mexico, the United States, and internationally, with adjusted fees for international postage.
    • Merchandise Sales and Distribution
      Maintains inventory of NAMGBR-branded accessories including window decals, grille badges, key fobs, travel mugs, and flash drives for "The MG Driver" magazine, which members can order directly.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020

the money

revenue
Total revenue$78K
Contributions & grants$7K9%
Program service revenue$3K4%
Investment income$2140%
Other revenue$6K
expenses
Total expenses$64K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$130K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$130K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
relationships · 16

who they work with

  • Advanced Distributors Partner — Jeff Schlemmer, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • Glenn’s MG Repair Partner — Glen Lenhard, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • Hagerty Collector Car Insurance Partner — Offers USA members a 5% discount on their insurance.
  • Hagerty Insurance Partner — Offers a 5% insurance discount to North American MGB Register members.
  • MAD Network — Mutual Aid Directory that includes service shops recommended by members.
  • MGcar.fans Partner — The webmaster of NAMGBR also runs this MG website, which provides a knowledge base for MGB and MGF models.
  • Moss Motors Partner — Kelvin Dodd, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • Mother’s Automotive Services Partner — Dan Craig, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • N. A. Council of MG Registers Coalition — All NAMGBR members are also members of the N. A. Council of MG Registers through their Council affiliation.
  • NAMGBR Secretary Government — Administrative contact for updating directory listings and purchasing advertising space.
  • On the Road Again Classics Partner — Bill Hiland, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • Sports Car Craftsmen Partner — Paul Dierschow, a co-coordinator for technical support, is from this organization.
  • The Motorcar Garage Partner — Pete Cosmides, formerly a co-coordinator for technical support, was from this organization.
  • The North American MMM Register Partner — Participates in the every-five-year "MG International" gathering.
  • University Motors Partner — Promotes John Twist's YouTube channel and website as a resource for MG technical information.
  • Wagners Signs & Apparel Partner — Partner for all regalia orders to be delivered to a USA address, handling selection, ordering, payment, and shipping.