Midwest Energy Inc
501(c)(12)
100% goes to programs Strong reserves
Midwest Energy Inc is a 501(c)(12) organization based in Hays, Kansas, registered in 1985, with $206,354,862 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it A, and it directs about 100% of spending to programs.
1330 Canterbury Dr, Hays, KS, 67601 EIN 48-0163970 Since 1985
Revenue (FY2024)
$206.4M
▼ 4.1% vs prior year
Expenses (FY2024)
$206.8M
Net assets
$293.2M
Employees
315
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
A
A+Program efficiency40% of the rating100% to programs
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. For Midwest Energy Inc: 100% to programs earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating17 mo reserves · -0% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Midwest Energy Inc: 17 mo reserves · -0% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
AGovernance25% of the rating5 of 6 checks met
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. For Midwest Energy Inc: 5 of 6 checks met earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
ATransparency10% of the rating4 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Midwest Energy Inc: 4 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
Midwest energys mission is to: -provide safe, reliable and efficient energy services -deliver innovative, affordable and environmentally sound solutions
Contact & location
Financial trends
Revenue held steady from $204.5M (FY2013) to $206.4M (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $413.5MNet assets $293.2M
Operating margin
-0.2%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$706.7M
Total liabilities
$413.5M
Net assets
$293.2M
Salaries & benefits
$29.1M
14% of expenses
Board members
9
9 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $206,354,862▼4.1% | $206,809,463▼4.1% | $293,185,975▲2.5% | $706,684,714▲6.9% | 990 |
| 2023 | $215,208,326▼13.0% | $215,738,574▼12.8% | $286,076,103▲2.7% | $661,004,887▲2.4% | 990 |
| 2022 | $247,394,171▲2.2% | $247,392,917▲1.9% | $278,652,877▲5.9% | $645,218,171▲2.9% | 990 |
| 2021 | $242,109,196▲25.1% | $242,708,525▲25.0% | $263,170,128▲5.4% | $627,319,066▼1.7% | 990 |
| 2020 | $193,527,663▼8.2% | $194,229,538▼8.3% | $249,796,258▲4.0% | $638,262,477▲3.0% | 990 |
| 2019 | $210,845,368▼5.0% | $211,737,544▼4.8% | $240,171,531▲5.7% | $619,414,087▲2.2% | 990 |
| 2018 | $221,956,002▲5.4% | $222,341,705▲5.6% | $227,134,308▲6.0% | $606,053,625▲1.2% | 990 |
| 2017 | $210,567,860▼0.3% | $210,567,860▼0.6% | $214,252,603▲5.0% | $599,098,493▲4.5% | 990 |
| 2016 | $211,184,322▲1.2% | $211,932,919▲1.2% | $204,111,642▲4.1% | $573,220,675▲7.5% | 990 |
| 2015 | $208,614,227▼4.9% | $209,393,751▼4.8% | $196,079,070▲6.2% | $533,164,925▲5.4% | 990 |
| 2014 | $219,357,550▲7.3% | $220,059,107▲7.3% | $184,573,938▲7.0% | $505,819,142▲3.3% | 990 |
| 2013 | $204,510,731 | $205,127,456▲2.9% | $172,425,320▲7.4% | $489,465,964▲8.4% | 990 |
| 2012 | — | $199,292,435▼0.1% | $160,596,422▲10.0% | $451,709,782▲4.4% | 990 |
| 2011 | — | $199,565,180▲20.9% | $146,041,210▲9.4% | $432,562,191▲3.0% | 990 |
| 2010 | — | $165,032,359 | $133,486,705 | $419,894,649 | 990 |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Patrick Parke — $465,161 (0.22% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patrick Parke | Ceo | 50 | $465,161 |
| William Dowling | Vp Engineering & Energy Supply (ret) | 7 | $274,991 |
| Thomas S Meis | Vp Finance, Cfo | 40 | $257,880 |
| Fredrick Taylor | Vp Operations | 40 | $253,303 |
| Timothy Flax | Vp Information Technology | 55 | $251,141 |
| Nathan Mcneil | Director of Engineering | 50 | $208,856 |
| Justin Macdonald | Vp Customer Service | 50 | $203,978 |
| Schamra Detherage | Asst. Sec & Vp Hr | 50 | $198,076 |
| Aaron Rome | Director of Energy Supply | 42 | $189,033 |
| Randy Vanallen | Manager of Protection Systems | 50 | $184,161 |
| Mike Morley | Director, Corporate Communications | 45 | $161,219 |
| John Horesky | Operations Manager | 50 | $160,306 |
| Brett Albert | Operations Manager | 50 | $152,360 |
| Brenton Miles | Operations Manager | 50 | $150,967 |
| Brian Mckinney | Operations Manager | 45 | $147,428 |
| Stephen Mazouch | Manager of Transmission Construction | 40 | $143,937 |
| Charles Burruss | Manager of Reliability Compliance | 40 | $139,044 |
| Nathan Schippers | Line Foreman | 47 | $137,480 |
| Hali Bielser | Director of Project Management Office | 40 | $136,199 |
| John Blackwell | Director | 20 | $22,550 |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| Ward Electric | Line Construction | $11,337,335 |
| Capital Electric Line Builders | Line Construction | $2,146,078 |
| Schweitzer Engineering | Engineering | $2,059,423 |
| North American Energy Services | Power Plant Management & Staffing | $1,940,786 |
| M&d of Hays Inc | Construction | $1,547,812 |
Grants made · $38K in FY2024
5 grants totaling $38K in FY2024. All grants made by Midwest Energy Inc →
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Greater Salina Community Foundation | Fund grants to non-profits | $10,000 |
| United Way of Ellis County | Fund local non-profit agencies | $8,668 |
| Kansas Electric Cooperatives Inc | Youth tour | $7,393 |
| Usd 242 - Weskan | School district | $6,400 |
| Developmental Services of Northwest Kansas Inc | Child screening for developmental disabilities | $6,000 |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Midwest Energy Inc a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Midwest Energy Inc is a 501(c)(12) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 48-0163970, based in Hays, Kansas.
- What is Midwest Energy Inc's EIN?
- Midwest Energy Inc's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 48-0163970.
- How much revenue does Midwest Energy Inc report?
- Midwest Energy Inc reported $206,354,862 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Midwest Energy Inc's spending goes to programs?
- Midwest Energy Inc spends about 100% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Midwest Energy Inc have?
- CharityIndex grades Midwest Energy Inc A, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Midwest Energy Inc's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Midwest Energy Inc's latest Form 990 is $465,161, paid to Patrick Parke (Ceo).
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Data for Midwest Energy Inc (EIN 48-0163970) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.