South Lake Tahoe Tourism District
The specific purpose of this corporation is to improve and promote the economic well-being of the commerical area and businesses within the South Lake Tahoe Tourism District boundaries. This includes tourism promotion, marketing, and other commerical revitalization.
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District at a glance
In short: South Lake Tahoe Tourism District gave $3.1M across 2 grants in 2024 (avg $1.5M), top state Nevada. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $3,077,688
- +0.1% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 2
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $1,538,844
- +0.1% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $1,538,844
- Total assets
- $427,724
- -5.1% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Nevada (1% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who South Lake Tahoe Tourism District funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority ($3.1M). Together the top 2 received $3.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
12 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 6 grants of 12 (50%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How South Lake Tahoe Tourism District gives
- Giving held roughly steady from 2021 to 2024 (−5%). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $2.1M (2020) to $3.2M (2021). In 2024 it made 2 grants totaling $3.1M.
Hatched bars: grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority | promoting tourism | $3,052,688 |
| South Shore Transportation MNGMNT Zephyr Cove, NV | promoting tourism -public transport | $25,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $427,724 | $3,149,460 | $3,157,506 | $3,077,688 | 2 | $17 |
| 2023 | $450,790 | $3,109,305 | $3,107,595 | $3,073,944 | 2 | $13 |
| 2022 | $439,875 | $3,082,013 | $3,078,164 | $3,026,739 | 2 | $9 |
| 2021 | $348,163 | $3,165,931 | $3,288,045 | $3,227,032 | 3 | $28 |
| 2020 | $234,109 | $2,166,876 | $2,154,932 | $2,115,423 | 3 | $26 |
| 2019 | $223,950 | $2,902,845 | $2,881,944 | $2,790,104 | Total only | $25 |
"Total only": grants paid as reported on the IRS filing, which lists no individual grants for that year.
About South Lake Tahoe Tourism District
Based on IRS filings
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in South Lake Tahoe, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $428K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 2 grants totaling $3.1M. Net investment income was $17.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District is led by Rich Bodine, Chairman since 2023 (on filings since 2019); none of the 4 officers listed in 2024 report compensation.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Rich Bodine
Chairman
Secretary → Vice Chairman, 2022
Vice Chairman → Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Bill Cottrill
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Doug Williams
Vice Chairman
Board Member → Vice Chairman, 2023
On filings since 2019
No compensation reported
Kathleen Mason
Secretary
On filings since 2023
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Jerry Bindel (2019–2022) — Chairman
- Former: Lisa Underwood (2019–2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about South Lake Tahoe Tourism District
How much does South Lake Tahoe Tourism District give each year?
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District gave $3.1M across 2 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $3.1M across 2 grants.
How large is South Lake Tahoe Tourism District?
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District reported $428K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $3.1M.
What is South Lake Tahoe Tourism District?
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District is a public charity focused on Community Improvement & Capacity Building, based in South Lake Tahoe, CA. It holds $428K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does South Lake Tahoe Tourism District operate?
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District has awarded grants in California, Nevada.
What is South Lake Tahoe Tourism District's EIN?
South Lake Tahoe Tourism District's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-8388325. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS September 9, 2020)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
Live grants for the work South Lake Tahoe Tourism District funds
Community Improvement & Capacity Building Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Leveling-Up Award $1,000 · Due October 25, 2026
- Arnold F. Keller, Jr. Grant for New Initiatives/Program Expansion $25,000 · Due October 27, 2026
- Wausau Marathon County Impact Grants (Community Foundation of North Central Wisconsin) $1,000 to $100,000 depending on the scope of the project · Due October 27, 2026
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