irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $122KCLASSES AND ENSEMBLES: CSMA TAUGHT MUSIC ENSEMBLES IN MUSIC, VISUAL ARTS AND DANCE TO STUDENTS OF ALL AGES. ALL CLASSES AND ENSEMBLES WERE HELD IN PERSON.
named programs · 7 · from sources
What they call their work
Arts Workshops
Short-format workshops such as "Auditioning Successfully" for woodwinds and "Try It" sessions for flute choir, designed to introduce new participants to ensemble music and performance skills.
CSMA Flute Choir
Chamber music ensembles for flutists aged 10-18 and adults 18+, focusing on ensemble skills, repertoire for flute choir, and collaborative performance.
Dance & Movement Classes
Classes in ballet (beginner to intermediate), T’ai Chi, belly dance, Latin dance, and Spanish dance (Rumba Flamenca and Zambra), serving teens and adults.
Ithaca Children & Youth Chorus (ICYC)
Choral program for children and youth in grades K-12, offering three ensembles—Prelude (K-2), Intermezzo (3-5), and Chorale (6-12)—with training in vocal technique, musical literacy, and performance through culturally diverse repertoire.
Music Technology Classes
Hands-on courses in audio production, EDM fundamentals, hip hop beat making, and DJ techniques using Ableton Live, designed for teens and adults with no prior experience required.
Theatre Classes
Acting programs for teens and adults, including the Teen Acting Project and Adult Acting Intensive, focusing on professional techniques and theatre games.
Visual Arts Classes
Instruction in oil painting, printmaking, collage, figure drawing, and creative art for kids, offered for all ages and skill levels, including open studio sessions and themed workshops.
activities · 8 groups
What they do
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Community Art Education Workshops 2 activities
- Provide multi-arts education classes and ensemblesOffer year-round in-person, remote, and outdoor instruction in music, visual arts, dance, and theatre for children and adults, including group classes and ensembles. Served 282 students in classes and 88 in ensembles during 2020.
- Provide open and non-instructed art sessionsHost monthly open figure drawing sessions from a nude model on the second and fourth Fridays, as well as child-led Open Art Studio for Kids and Mix, Make, Imagine! classes that emphasize creative exploration without formal instruction.
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Financial Aid and Scholarship Access Programs 1 activity
- Administer tuition assistance and scholarship programsProvide need-based scholarships as one-year tuition discounts across all education programs and offer fixed discounts: 25% for members, 20% for veterans and adults aged 62+, excluding private instruction.
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Curated Art Exhibitions and Public Displays 1 activity
- Host community art exhibitions and eventsPresent public exhibitions such as the quilted artwork display by the Tompkins County Quilters Guild in the CSMA Gallery and provide Martha Hamblin Hall as a venue for community events.
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Summer Day Camp Programs 1 activity
- Host summer arts camps for children and youthOffer in-person and remote summer camps for children ages 5–10+ focusing on visual arts, music, dance, theatrical storytelling, Broadway performance, and audio production, with options for full-week and part-week participation and optional after-care programming.
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Event and Program Registration Management 1 activity
- Manage enrollment and withdrawal policies for programsIssue refunds or credits for withdrawals from classes and ensembles based on timing: 90% cash refund more than 3 days before start; 75% credit between 3 days and prior to second meeting; 50% credit before third meeting. For camps: 80% refund up to 22 days before start; 50% credit 11–21 days before start.
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Music Education and Training Programs 1 activity
- Operate youth choral programsRun the Ithaca Children & Youth Chorus, the region's only dedicated children's choral program, with tiered ensembles including Prelude (grades K–2), Intermezzo (grades 3–5), and Chorale (grades 6–12), offering inclusive choral experiences with diverse repertoire and skill development.
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Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
- Provide affordable rehearsal and practice spacesOffer access to small practice rooms and a 2,700 square-foot hall for performing artists at affordable rates, supporting individual and ensemble rehearsal needs.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Offer electronic music and audio production coursesTeach beginner and intermediate-level courses in EDM and hip hop music production using Ableton Live, covering beat-making, sampling, rhythm programming, and mixing for teens and adults with no prior experience required.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$459K
Contributions & grants$213K46%
Program service revenue$221K48%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$24K
expenses
Total expenses$582K
Program expenses62%
Admin / overhead33%
Fundraising4%
Salaries & benefits$233K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$908K
Cash$69K
Investments$0
Liabilities$798K
Net assets$111K
Liquid reserves1.4 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +14.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
paid leadership · 1
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Megan Omohundro | Executive Director | 40 | $66K |
board members · 8
- Francisco Paler-Large — President
- Jackie Barrett — Secretary
- Jari Poulin — Trustee
- Leon Holden — Trustee
- Manuela Amzallag — Trustee
- Mia Korf — Trustee
- Miriam Nussbaum — Treasurer
- Patricia Breault Borg — Vice President
relationships · 35
Who they work with
- Alternatives Federal Credit Union Partner — Leon Holden serves on the HR Committee, reflecting cross-sector collaboration in the Ithaca community.
- Cayuga Chamber Orchestra Partner — Jari Poulin has served on the board, indicating partnership with local music organizations.
- Cayuga Vocal Ensemble Partner — Faculty member Jennifer Lawrence Birnbaum performs with the Cayuga Vocal Ensemble while also serving on the CSMA faculty.
- Cayuga Vocal Ensemble Partner — Faculty member performs with this vocal group, indicating artistic collaboration.
- Cider Mill Playhouse Partner — Gail King Belokur served as Executive Artistic Director, leading it to a professional theatre contract with Actors’ Equity Association.
- Colgate University Partner — Faculty member Laura Campbell holds a teaching position at Colgate University while also serving on the CSMA faculty.
- Colgate University Partner — Faculty member serves on the music faculty and performs with university ensembles.
- Cornell University Partner — Faculty member Christopher Morgan Loy earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in composition from Cornell University, indicating an academic affiliation.
- Cornell University Partner — Faculty member earned a Doctor of Musical Arts in composition from Cornell University and studied with affiliated composers.
- Cornell University Partner — Multiple board members are affiliated with Cornell, indicating institutional ties through education and employment.
- Diversity Consortium of Tompkins County Partner — Leon Holden is Board President, reflecting leadership in a coalition focused on equity and inclusion.
- Empire State University Partner — Carrie Natale earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Empire State University.
- Family and Children’s Service of Ithaca Partner — Leon Holden serves as Director of Equity Inclusion & Belonging, reflecting alignment with CSMA’s values of inclusion and community service.
- FoodNet Meals on Wheels Partner — Leon Holden is a board member and chairs the PEP Committee, indicating organizational connection through shared community service.
- Hangar Theater Partner — Collaborates through the Empire State Arts Partnership Program, with a faculty member serving as Artist in Residence.
- Ink Shop Printmaking Center Partner — Jari Poulin has served on the board, reflecting collaboration with local arts organizations.
- Ithaca City School District Partner — Collaborates through arts residency programs and youth choral performances in schools.
- Ithaca College Partner — Faculty members hold teaching positions at Ithaca College and collaborate on music education initiatives.
- Ithaca College Partner — Multiple board members are alumni, and the institution is a source of trained arts educators and administrators.
- Ithaca College Partner — Multiple faculty members hold degrees from or are affiliated with Ithaca College, including Emily Richards, Beatrice B. Olesko, and William Hurley.
- Ithaca College Partner — Rose Tirrito received her B.A. in art education from Ithaca College.
- Ithaca College Partner — Shares faculty with Ithaca College, including Elizabeth Livesay who is currently on the dance faculty there.
- Ithaca School District Partner — Megan Omohundro works as a musical choreographer within the Ithaca school district.
- Jessica Peery Partner — Collaborates on RainbowBrain: Kids Creativity Club! program
- Namaste Montessori School Partner — Faculty member Jennifer Lawrence Birnbaum teaches at both CSMA and Namaste Montessori School, indicating a professional affiliation.
- Namaste Montessori School Partner — Faculty member teaches music at this school in addition to CSMA.
- Running to Places Theatre Partner — Co-founded and co-artistic directed by Gail King Belokur, aligned with CSMA’s mission of youth development through the arts.
- Society for Human Resource Management Tompkins County Chapter Partner — Leon Holden serves as DEI Director, reflecting engagement with local professional networks.
- Southside Community Center Partner — Leon Holden serves on the HR Committee, indicating organizational collaboration in community services.
- TST BOCES Partner — Delmer Padgett serves as Director of Career and Technical Education, indicating a connection to regional educational systems.
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strategies · 3
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.
- Arts as Youth Development and Personal Growthmethodology: arts_as_youth_developmentBy engaging students in inclusive, hands-on arts education across disciplines, the organization fosters personal growth, self-confidence, and identity development because creative expression allows youth to find their voice, demonstrate mastery, and build cognitive and social skills.
- Developmentally and Creatively Centered Pedagogymethodology: child-centered_art_educationBy using child-centered, developmentally informed instruction that emphasizes observation, creation, reflection, and individual pacing, the organization deepens learning and engagement because this approach supports diverse ability levels, encourages exploration, and builds visual and creative literacy without prioritizing technical outcomes.
- Equitable and Inclusive Co-Creation Through the Artsmethodology: equitable-accessBy ensuring universal, equitable access and fostering collaborative environments where artists, educators, and community members co-create, the organization strengthens belonging and organizational vibrancy because inclusion and shared artistic expression promote dignity, cultural responsiveness, and community connection.