named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Annual Benefit Concert
Flagship fundraising event featuring acclaimed musicians, guest speakers, and honorees to support the next generation of artists
Master Classes
Hosts educational sessions with renowned musicians such as cellist Hayoung Choi to nurture emerging talent
Young Artist Debut Recitals
Supports over 70 rising Korean musicians with U.S. debut performances at Carnegie Hall and other major New York venues
activities · 3 groups
What they do
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Classical and Chamber Music Performances 2 activities
- Founding and managing a professional chamber ensembleFounded and manages Sejong Soloists, a premier chamber ensemble that performs on international stages, as part of its programming to promote high-quality musical performance.
- Organizing classical music performances and debut recitalsOrganizes and presents classical music performances, including debut recitals for emerging Korean musicians, many of whom make their U.S. debut at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall. The foundation has hosted over 78 debut recitals and organized more than 248 recitals and events.
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Live Music Performances & Concerts 2 activities
- Selling tickets to musical eventsSells tickets to foundation-organized musical events, with over 4,560 tickets sold to date.
- Supporting musicians through performance opportunitiesProvides performance opportunities to rising and established musicians, particularly from Korea, supporting over 300 unique musicians worldwide and introducing more than 70 rising Korean artists to the New York stage.
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Producing and presenting annual benefit concertsProduces and presents annual benefit concerts in support of its mission, including the 2025 Annual Gala Benefit Concert titled “Love Stories” held at The Yale Club in New York City.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$154K
Contributions & grants$154K100%
Program service revenue——
Investment income——
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$141K
Program expenses13%
Admin / overhead83%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$66K
Cash$53K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$66K
Liquid reserves4.5 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024 · YoY revenue +15.6%
relationships · 5
Who they work with
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Hosts annual performances and debut recitals at Carnegie Hall.
- Carnegie Hall Partner — Venue for the Korea Music Foundation's debut recital featuring Jonghyun Park.
- Korean Cultural Center New York Partner — Hosts annual performances and masterclasses at the Korean Cultural Center New York.
- Sejong Soloists Partner — Launched and supported Sejong Soloists, a premier chamber ensemble.
- Yale Club Partner — Venue host for the 2025 Annual Gala Benefit Concert.
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Fundraising Through Cultural Engagementmethodology: inclusive_fundraisingBy combining live musical performances with fundraising and offering flexible donation options, the organization broadens access to support, because integrating culture and giving increases inclusivity and public participation.
- Performance-Based Artist Developmentmethodology: public_programming_for_artist_developmentBy creating public performance opportunities and debut recitals, the organization advances musicians' careers and stimulates public interest in high-quality music, because live artistic exposure builds community engagement and professional visibility.