irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2025
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $38KHOST A BIANNUAL FUNDRAISING EVENT THAT PROVIDES THE ABILITY TO
- #2 $10KMISC ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES THAT AID IN PROVIDING FOR DANCE
named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
Choreographic Workshop
Showcases original student choreography developed during the summer dance program.
Cocktails, Concerts & Conversations
Intimate event series featuring discussions with renowned dancers and artistic directors, combining performance and dialogue.
Scholarship Program
Provides financial support to students attending the Chautauqua School of Dance.
Student Gala
Annual performance showcasing students from the Chautauqua School of Dance, held in two parts each summer.
Summer Dance Series
Presents weekly performances by professional dance companies and student ensembles during the summer season at the Amphitheater and Smith Wilkes Hall.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Dance Performance and Community Engagement 2 activities
- Facilitating educational and community engagement events in danceHosts panel discussions, public conversations, choreographic workshops, and virtual events such as "Cocktails, Concerts & Conversations with Chautauqua Dance" and "Views on Pointe" to engage the community and promote dialogue around dance education, race in ballet, and professional pathways in dance.
- Organizing and hosting dance performances and galasPlans and presents a series of dance events including mainstage performances, student galas (Gala I and Gala II), alumni all-star galas, and preview performances by visiting dance companies such as Parsons Dance, Ballet Hispánico, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Houston Ballet II, Alonzo King LINES, Malpaso Dance Company, and Pilobolus at venues including the Amphitheater, Smith Wilkes Hall, and Norton Hall.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Providing organizational membership and community-building opportunitiesOffers membership to individuals through downloadable and mail-in forms and hosts opening and closing celebrations for members, dancers, families, faculty, and staff to strengthen community ties with the Chautauqua Dance Circle.
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Nonprofit Retail and Merchandise Sales 1 activity
- Selling commemorative merchandise to support dance programsOffers for sale Chautauqua Dance Circle charms and pendants during the annual season as a means to generate funds for scholarship endowments and program support.
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Benefit Events for Arts and Culture 1 activity
- Supporting dance scholarships through fundraising and donationsFunds student scholarships via the Bonnefoux McBride Endowment by donating a percentage of charm and pendant sales and hosting dedicated fundraising events such as the Scholarship Soirée and biannual fundraising events.
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financials · form 990 · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$279K
Contributions & grants$274K98%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$5K2%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$141K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$92K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$230K
Cash$230K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$230K
Liquid reserves19.6 mo
6 years on record · 2020–2025 · YoY revenue +174.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 14
- AMY MEAD — BOARD
- ANITA LIN — PRESIDENT
- ARTHUR WILLSON — TREASURER
- BOB KYLER — BOARD
- CATHY GREENE — SECRETARY
- D NEBRES — V PRESIDENT
- J DILLEY — BOARD
- JORDAN LEEPER — BOARD
- KATHY SHOMO — BOARD
- PAUL MOCKOVAK — BOARD
- SANDRA SANDOZ — BOARD
- SHEILA PENROSE — BOARD
- STEVE ANDERSON — BOARD
- TERRY HORNER — BOARD
relationships · 27
Who they work with
- Alonzo King LINES Partner — Collaborates on performances including joint events with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra.
- Ballet Hispánico Partner — Partnered for a dance preview, mainstage performance, and post-performance fiesta.
- BalletX Partner — Collaborated with BalletX for a dance preview and performance.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Collaborates with the Chautauqua Institution Program of Dance and its School of Dance.
- Chautauqua Institution Partner — Provides scholarships to dance students and collaborates on presenting dance programs during the summer season.
- Chautauqua Institution Music School Festival Partner — Coordinated a joint performance with the Music School Festival Orchestra.
- Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Partner — Collaborated with Houston Ballet for a fully orchestrated dance performance.
- Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra Partner — Provides musical accompaniment for dance performances in joint presentations.
- Dance Theatre of Harlem Partner — Collaborated on a dance preview and mainstage performance.
- Dance Theatre of Harlem Partner — Presents performances in collaboration with CHAUTAUQUA DANCE CIRCLE INC, including preview and main-stage events.
- Garth Fagan Dance Partner — Partnered with Garth Fagan Dance for a dance preview and performance.
- Ginny Stanton Partner — Jeweler who created the Chautauqua Dance Circle charms and pendants exclusively for the organization.
- Houston Ballet Partner — Collaborated on performances featuring Houston Ballet with the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra.
- Houston Ballet Partner — Engaged guest artists from Houston Ballet for a joint performance with Houston Ballet II.
- Houston Ballet II Partner — Collaborated with Houston Ballet II for multiple performances.
- Houston Ballet II Partner — Jointly performed with students from the Chautauqua School of Dance.
- MSFO Partner — Co-presented a performance with the Chautauqua School of Dance.
- Malpaso Dance Company Partner — Presented preview and full performances at Chautauqua events.
- Music School Festival Orchestra Partner — Accompanies Chautauqua School of Dance performances.
- Music School Festival Orchestra Partner — Co-presented a performance with students from the Chautauqua School of Dance.
- Music School Festival Orchestra Partner — Collaborates with the Chautauqua School of Dance on joint performances.
- Parsons Dance Partner — Hosted a performance by Parsons Dance at the Amphitheater.
- Pilobolus Partner — Featured Pilobolus in a virtual event as part of the 2020 "Cocktails, Concerts & Conversations" series.
- Pilobolus Partner — Presented multiple performances including a family matinee and evening program.
- Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre Partner — Featured Susan Jaffe, Artistic Director of Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre, in a virtual event in July 2020.
- The Washington Ballet Partner — Collaborated on dance previews and performances during the summer season.
- The Washington Ballet Partner — Featured Julie Kent, Artistic Director of The Washington Ballet, in a virtual event in July 2020.
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.
- Community-Integrated Dance Engagementmethodology: community-engagementBy connecting professional dance programs, alumni, and students with the local community through public events, virtual conversations, and shared performances, Chautauqua Dance Circle deepens audience engagement and sustains long-term community investment in dance, because relational access fosters belonging and cultural ownership.
- Interdisciplinary Artistic Collaborationmethodology: interdisciplinary-arts-collaborationBy integrating dance with live music and other art forms through collaborative performances between the School of Dance and musical ensembles like the Music School Festival Orchestra, the organization enriches artistic expression and audience experience, because cross-disciplinary integration elevates the impact and resonance of performance.
- Student Pathway Development Modelmethodology: career-pathway-discussionBy providing scholarships, choreographic workshops, panel discussions, and performance opportunities with professional companies, the organization supports emerging dancers’ growth and career readiness, because combining skill development, mentorship, and real-world experience creates viable pathways into the dance field.