irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $267KEXHIBITIONS, PERFORMANCES AND OUTREACH: IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RAC'S MISSION TO MAXIMIZE PARTICIPATION IN THE ARTS AND TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES, THE CENTER PROVIDES PROGRAMMING IMPACTING OVER 45,000 PEOPLE. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE EXHIBITIONS (FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, FEATURING WORKS OF BOTH PROFESSIONAL AND STUDENT ARTISTS); PUBLIC ART INSTALLATIONS; PERFORMING ARTS EVENTS (MUSIC, THEATRE, SPOKEN WORD, COMEDY, ETC.); LECTURES, TOUR AND DISCUSSIONS; COMMUNITY EVENTS, AND AN EXTENSIVE OUTREACH PROGRAM (WEEKLY ARTS EDUCATION FOR 300 UNDERSERVED PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN, DANCE CLASSES FOR PEOPLE WITH PARKINSON'S DISEASE, AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS AT MULTIPLE LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTERS, STUDENT PERFORMANCES AT NURSING HOMES, IN SCHOOL ARTS PROGRAMS, AND NEED-BASED SCHOLARSHIPS.
- #2 $19KMEMBERSHIP: THE RAC PROVIDES MEMBERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES TO ITS STUDENTS, ART PATRONS, AND VISITORS AS A WAY TO DEMONSTRATE THEIR COMMITMENT AND SUPPORT FOR THE ORGANIZATION. THERE ARE OVER 350 RAC MEMBERS WHO RECEIVE VARIOUS BENEFITS INCLUDING DISCOUNTS ON CLASSES AND PROMOTIONAL OFFERINGS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES.
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
After-School Arts Programs
Arts instruction at multiple local community centers for school-aged children, focusing on creative development and access.
Arts Education for Underserved Preschool Children
Weekly arts education classes for 300 underserved preschool children, delivered through community-based partnerships.
Dance for Parkinson’s Disease
Specialized dance classes designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease to support movement, expression, and community engagement.
Exhibitions, Performances and Outreach
Free public art exhibitions featuring professional and student artists, public art installations, performing arts events (music, theater, comedy, spoken word), lectures, tours, and community events. Includes outreach such as in-school arts education, student performances at nursing homes, and partnerships with local community centers.
Membership Program
Over 350 members receive benefits including class discounts and local business promotions in exchange for financial support of the organization.
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- After-school arts programs at community centersRuns after-school arts programs at multiple local community centers.
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Arts Education Access Programs 1 activity
- Arts education for underserved preschool childrenProvides weekly arts education programming to 300 underserved preschool children.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Free public arts programmingProvides free public exhibitions, performing arts events, lectures, and community events reaching over 45,000 people annually.
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Youth Theater Arts Education 1 activity
- In-school arts programsProvides arts programming within school settings.
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Arts Education Scholarships 1 activity
- Need-based scholarships for arts programmingOffers scholarships to ensure access to arts programming for individuals in need.
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Live Music Performances for Seniors and Isolated Populations 1 activity
- Student performances at nursing homesOrganizes and facilitates student performances at nursing homes.
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Community Wellness Movement Classes 1 activity
- Therapeutic dance classes for individuals with Parkinson’s diseaseOffers specialized dance classes designed for individuals with Parkinson’s disease.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.72M
Contributions & grants$764K44%
Program service revenue$857K50%
Investment income$36K2%
Other revenue$61K
expenses
Total expenses$1.73M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead10%
Fundraising13%
Salaries & benefits$816K
Grants paid out$500
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.80M
Cash$970K
Investments$0
Liabilities$239K
Net assets$2.56M
Liquid reserves6.7 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -2.9%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 2
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALLISON WEST | DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT | 40 | $148K |
| ADAM LEVI | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | 40 | $130K |
board members · 20
- AMY VIJAYANAGAR — CO-SECRETARY
- ANIA DUNLOP — BOARD
- ARIEL ECKSTEIN — VP AND STRATEGIC PLANNING CO-CHAIR
- EILEEN NEIMAN — BOARD
- HAYLEY NIVELLE — GOVERNANCE CO-CHAIR
- HEATH ABRAMSOHN — BOARD
- JENNIFER SANDLING — BOARD
- JOE DEVITA — TREASURER
- JUDITH PASSANNANTE — DEVELOPMENT CO-CHAIR
- KEITH CUNNINGHAM — BOARD
- KICKI STORM — BOARD
- MICHAEL COLLINS — STRATEGIC PLANNING CO -CHAIR
- MICHELLE FROAH — BOARD
- RITA TINA-LONGO — GOVERNANCE CO-CHAIR
- SHAMI KIMI — BOARD
- SIMONE BONNET — BOARD
- SONIA HOUNSEL — CO-SECRETARY
- THOMAS STOKES — PRESDIENT
- TINA EXARHOS — VP AND PERSONNELL CHAIR
- WHITNEY WHIPPLE — MARKETING CHAIR
strategies · 1
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.
- Community Access Through Inclusive Programmingmethodology: inclusive_accessBy offering free and open exhibitions that include both professional and student artists, we increase community participation in the arts because it lowers barriers to entry and fosters a sense of belonging and representation.