irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2023
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $31KPROCESSING CONSULTATION/NO OBJECTION LETTERS FOR O & P VISAS FOR INDIVIDUALS APPLYING TO WORK AS ARTISTS IN THE UNITED STATES.
- #2 $1.02MIN DECEMBER 2021, FRACTURED ATLAS JOINED THE ANDREW W. MELLON FOUNDATION FOR AN INDEPENDENT RESEARCH PROJECT TO REIMAGINE THE SUPPORT LANDSCAPE FOR ARTISTS THROUGH TECHNOLOGY. THIS 3-YEAR GRANT WILL BE A SHARED EXPLORATION WITH MELLON AND OTHER ARTS ORGANIZATIONS INTO WHAT'S NEXT IN THE ROBUST SERVICE AND SUPPORT OF WORKING ARTISTS.
named programs · 4 · from sources
What they call their work
Fiscal Sponsorship
Provides 501(c)(3) status to artists and arts organizations so they can receive tax-deductible donations and apply for grants
Fundraising
Provides a web-based platform for fiscally sponsored projects to run fundraising campaigns with integrated tools and guidance
Knowledge Base
Online resource hub offering in-depth information on policies, procedures, and best practices for artists and creatives
Visas
Offers support for O-1 and P-1 visa applications, including Letters of No Objection for international artists
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 2 activities
- Capacity building and professional development for artistsProvides tools, mentorship, workshops, and professional development programming in areas such as songwriting, climate justice, and arts administration. Focuses on empowering artists with skills and resources to thrive in their creative careers.
- Fiscal sponsorship and fundraising support for artistsEnables artists and arts organizations to run fundraising campaigns through fiscal sponsorship, supporting over 10,000 artists and creative projects. Develops web-based fundraising tools and educational resources to expand access to funding.
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Community-Engaged Public Art Projects 1 activity
- Community-based arts programming and exhibitionsFacilitates community-based arts projects, festivals, and exhibitions globally, including the operation of a front yard exhibition space in Kingston, NY, and organizing programs across more than 25 countries.
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Arts Professional Advocacy & Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Equity and inclusion initiatives in the artsAdvances decolonized systems and challenges oppressive structures in nonprofit arts organizations through equity, diversity, and inclusion consulting. Co-founded the LGBTQ Iowa Archives & Library to preserve queer history and increase access to LGBTQ literature.
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Artist Visa and Mobility Support 1 activity
- Visa support services for artistsProvides Letters of No Objection to support artists applying for O and P visa categories, facilitating international mobility for creative professionals.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Professional artistic performance and creationSupports and engages in professional artistic practice across disciplines, including theater performance at regional venues, global touring with theater companies, creation of sculptures and installations, and interdisciplinary work in poetry, visual art, and performance.
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financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$42.01M
Contributions & grants$39.32M94%
Program service revenue$705K2%
Investment income$1.97M5%
Other revenue$14K
expenses
Total expenses$39.06M
Program expenses97%
Admin / overhead1%
Fundraising2%
Salaries & benefits$2.54M
Grants paid out$34.40M
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$35.39M
Cash$8.88M
Investments$25.66M
Liabilities$73K
Net assets$35.32M
Liquid reserves10.6 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue +5.2%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2023
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| THERESA HUBBARD | CEO | 40 | $244K |
board members · 7
- CHRISTOPHER J MACKIE PHD — BOARD MEMBER
- E ANDREW TAYLOR — CHAIR
- ELIZABETH SCOTT — BOARD MEMBER
- HOLLY SIDFORD — BOARD MEMBER
- LISA YANCEY — SECRETARY
- MUKTI KHAIRE — TREASURER
- RAMPHIS CASTRO — VICE CHAIR
relationships · 16
Who they work with
- Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale Partner — Theresa Hubbard sings with the Brooklyn Conservatory Chorale.
- Communication Arts Collective Partner — Abby Frank Taylor serves on the board of Communication Arts Collective.
- CreativeMornings Partner — Previously led global community programming at CreativeMornings.
- Creator’s Collective Partner — Collaborated with as a freelance director and creator.
- Epoch Tribe Partner — Collaborated with as a freelance director and creator.
- Fireweed Community Woodshop Partner — Nico serves on the board of Fireweed Community Woodshop.
- Fractured Atlas Partner — Emily Kasak is a staff member at Fractured Atlas, indicating her professional affiliation with the organization.
- Fractured Atlas Partner — Provides fiscal sponsorship, visa support, and fundraising tools to artists.
- LGBTQ Iowa Archives & Library Partner — Co-founded and collaborates with the organization to preserve and share Iowa's queer history.
- National Arts Strategies Partner — Collaborated with National Arts Strategies and the University of Pennsylvania to earn a Certificate in Arts and Culture Strategy.
- National Network of Fiscal Sponsors Coalition — Theresa Hubbard serves on the steering committee of the National Network of Fiscal Sponsors.
- New York Choral Consortium Partner — Theresa Hubbard serves on the board of the New York Choral Consortium.
- The Mellon Foundation Funder — Funded projects and programs led by Iman Cuffie
- The National Endowment for the Arts Funder — Funded projects and programs led by Iman Cuffie
- The Oratorio Society of New York Partner — Theresa Hubbard sings with The Oratorio Society of New York.
- University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice Partner — Collaborated with National Arts Strategies and the University of Pennsylvania to earn a Certificate in Arts and Culture Strategy.
strategies · 4
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.
- Administrative Scaffolding for Artistsmethodology: administrative_scaffolding_for_artistsBy providing administrative infrastructure and operational support, artists can focus on creative work, increasing sustainability and artistic output because it reduces non-artistic labor burdens.
- Art as Political and Personal Transformationmethodology: art_for_political_educationBy using art to provoke political education and personal reflection, the organization enables individuals to reimagine identity and society because creative engagement fosters critical consciousness and emotional insight.
- Community-Based and Liberatory Arts Practicemethodology: community_based_artsBy centering marginalized voices through community-based arts and queer liberatory frameworks, the organization fosters belonging and social transformation because creative expression becomes a vehicle for collective healing and political imagination.
- Systems Change for Artist Supportmethodology: systems_changeBy advocating for systemic shifts and helping artists develop personalized systems, the organization improves long-term access to resources and sustainability because structural barriers are addressed at scale.