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HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC

NEW YORK, NY · EIN 934706727 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE A62 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · hbartscollective.org
revenue
$442K
expenses
$104K
net assets
$338K
employees
0
volunteers
3
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

TO PRESENT DANCE AND CREATIVE ARTS PERFORMANCES TO THE PUBLIC AS WELL AS TRAINING FOR UP AND COMING DANCERS PRIMARILY FROM UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES

profile · synthesized from sources

HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC is a New York-based nonprofit founded in 2024 by choreographer Hope Boykin to support emerging artists in dance, music, film, and theater. The organization presents original dance-theater works and offers training and community-building programs, with a focus on artists from underserved communities. It operates through collaborative projects and performances in New York City and at national venues.

named programs · 4 · from sources

What they call their work

A Day Of Hope
Day-long workshop focused on movement, creative exploration, discussion, and community building for current and future art leaders.
HopeBoykinDance
Performance company presenting original dance-theater works such as "States of Hope" and "The Other Side," blending movement, spoken word, and storytelling.
Kennedy Center Dance Lab
Training and career development program for young dancers to become change-makers and leaders in the dance industry.
The NEXT!
Skill and community-building program supporting emerging artists transitioning from college, conservatory, or training programs into professional careers.
activities · 4 groups

What they do

  • Arts Education Professional Development 1 activity
    • Hosting community-building workshops for emerging and current arts leaders
      Hosts day-long workshops focused on movement, creative exploration, discussion, and community building to support current and emerging leaders in the arts.
  • Original Dance Performance Production 1 activity
    • Presenting dance and multidisciplinary arts performances to the public
      Presents dance and creative arts performances to the public, including productions such as "Don't Go" at 92NY and performances by HopeBoykinDance at Jacob's Pillow, often highlighting themes of love, hope, and truth.
  • Artist Residencies and Studio Programs 1 activity
    • Providing professional development and skill-building programs for emerging artists
      Offers structured programs such as NEXT! and the “encourage yourself” lab to support emerging artists transitioning from training programs into professional careers, with a focus on skill development, motivation, and community integration.
  • Subsidized Rehearsal and Performance Space 1 activity
    • Supporting access to the arts through community collaboration and resource sharing
      Provides a collaborative, non-competitive space for creators in music, film, theater, and dance to develop their work and access resources, supported by community donations and engagement opportunities.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$442K
Contributions & grants$442K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$104K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead28%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$338K
Cash$338K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$338K
Liquid reserves38.9 mo
2 years on record · 2023–2024
relationships · 24

Who they work with

  • 92NY Partner — Collaborated with 92NY to film the dance performance "Don't Go".
  • 92NY Partner — Presents HopeBoykinDance performances and programs in collaboration with HBArts Collective
  • ABT Studio Company Partner — Collaborated on the performance "For What Is It All Worth?".
  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Partner — Artistic influence and affiliation through founder's prior performance experience.
  • Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater Partner — Featured artists from Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater in collaborative gallery presentations.
  • Andrew W. Mellon Foundation Funder — Provides financial support to HBArts Collective.
  • Cameron Harris Partner — Featured artist collaborating with HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC
  • Complexions Partner — Artistic influence and affiliation through founder's prior performance experience.
  • DanceLabNY Partner — Hosts the event at DanceLabNY Studios.
  • Doris Duke Performing Arts Technology Lab Partner — HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC was selected to join the first cohort of the Doris Duke Performing Arts Technology Lab with collaborator Al Crawford.
  • Doris Duke Performing Arts Technology Lab Partner — HBArts Collective Inc. joined the first cohort of the Doris Duke Performing Arts Technology Lab in collaboration with Al Crawford.
  • Howard Gilman Foundation Funder — Provides financial support to HBArts Collective.
  • International Association of Blacks in Dance Partner — Collaborates with HBArts Collective, likely in programming or advocacy related to Black dance artists.
  • Jacob's Pillow Partner — Collaborates to present HopeBoykinDance in performance at Jacob's Pillow
  • Jacob's Pillow Partner — Presented a performance by HopeBoykinDance at Jacob's Pillow.
  • Jacob's Pillow Partner — Presenting organization for HopeBoykinDance's performance.
  • Jomo Davis Partner — Photographer credited for artistic contribution to HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC
  • Patrick Coker Partner — Featured artist collaborating with HBARTSCOLLECTIVE INC
  • Paul Taylor Dance Company Partner — Featured artists from Paul Taylor Dance Company in collaborative gallery presentations.
  • Philadanco Partner — Artistic influence and affiliation through founder's prior performance experience.
  • Philadelphia Ballet Partner — Featured artists from Philadelphia Ballet in collaborative gallery presentations.
  • The Juilliard School Partner — Featured artists from The Juilliard School in collaborative gallery presentations.
  • The Kennedy Center Partner — Partners on dance initiatives including the Dance Lab program
  • USC Glorya Kaufman School Of Dance Partner — Featured artists from USC Glorya Kaufman School Of Dance in collaborative gallery presentations.
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.

  • Art as a Bridge for Empowerment and Expression
    methodology: art-as-bridge
    By using dance and interdisciplinary performance as reflective and connective practices, the organization empowers marginalized individuals to express themselves and engage with broader communities, because embodied storytelling fosters personal agency and social belonging.
  • Community-Embedded Artistic Development
    methodology: community-embedded arts training
    By embedding artistic training within supportive community networks, the organization fosters long-term artistic growth and professional transition for emerging artists from underserved backgrounds, because peer collaboration and collective identity increase resilience and creative refinement.