irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $117KWingspan Arts provides custom in-school arts residencies designed to meet the needs of participating K-12 schools. With a variety of designed programs, Wingspans current in-school residencies range from providing elective arts classes to integrated arts programming. All of Wingspan in-school residencies grow from a creative, collaborative process between Wingspan Arts and the School Partner, based on the core artistic disciplines Theatre, Music, Dance, and Visual Art. During the planning stages, Wingspan works with school administrators to design each program for its corresponding grade level based on state and national standards, in addition to specific arts standards such as those outlined in The New York City Blueprint for the Arts. Wingspan Teaching Artists, in collaboration with classroom teachers, work with students in a variety of creative disciplines during their academic day. Residencies can range from 8 weeks to a full school year, and have served around 2,000 students each year. Due to COVID-19, In-School programs transitioned to a virtual format for the duration of the school year.
- #2 $23KThe Wingspan Arts Summer Conservatory provides free, pre-professional theatrical training opportunities to 40 students in 6th through 12th grade each year. By offering tuition-free arts training, the program most fully exemplifies our mission by concentrating on the creative goals and skills of our students, while also emphasizing the importance of commitment and professionalism in the arts. Through a variety of classes led by industry professionals, as well as hands-on rehearsal experience, Conservatory students learn the skills required to become accomplished theatre artists and leaders in their field. Wingspan Conservatory emphasizes the power of community by bringing young artists together in an inclusive, creative environment. In 20 years, the program has served more than 1,200 students and produced more than 65 productions. Wingspan Arts offers the only tuition-free, pre-professional theatre training program in New York City that culminates in full-scale productions. Students spend the summer acting, singing, and dancing while developing skills and friendships that will last them a lifetime.
named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
In-School Arts Residencies
Custom arts education programs in theatre, music, dance, and visual art delivered in K-12 schools, designed collaboratively with school partners and aligned with state and NYC arts standards. Programs range from 8 weeks to full academic year.
Wingspan Arts Summer Conservatory
Tuition-free, pre-professional theatre training program for students in grades 6–12, culminating in full-scale productions. Offers classes and rehearsal experience led by industry professionals; serves approximately 40–75 students annually.
activities · 4 groups
What they do
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Youth Theater Arts Education 2 activities
- Operate tuition-free summer conservatory for youthRuns the Wingspan Arts Summer Conservatory, a tuition-free pre-professional theatre training program for students in grades 6–12, serving 40 students annually. Since inception, has trained over 1,200 students and produced more than 65 full-scale theatrical performances.
- Produce youth theatre performances and showcasesProduces and presents full-scale theatrical performances and student showcases, including productions of Disney's High School Musical, Rough Magic, Curtains, and original works such as "I Was Here" and "Beautiful" from Head Over Heels, featuring student performers.
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Community Art Education Workshops 1 activity
- Deliver in-school and afterschool arts education programsProvides customized in-school and afterschool arts residencies in theatre, music, dance, and visual art for K–12 students, co-designed with school partners and aligned with state and city arts standards. Serves approximately 2,000 students annually in the New York Metro Region.
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Art Appreciation and Public Engagement 1 activity
- Provide free public arts events and online programmingOffers free public events, live panel discussions, and online arts programming such as "Arts Online with Wingspan Arts!" to increase access to arts education. Events include audience engagement opportunities and optional donation appeals.
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College Access and Success Support 1 activity
- Support college and conservatory admissions preparationPrepares students for admission to higher education institutions with strong performing arts programs, including Juilliard, NYU Tisch, Berklee College of Music, USC Cinematic Arts, and University of Michigan, through targeted training and guidance.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$60K
Contributions & grants$48K79%
Program service revenue$12K20%
Investment income$3001%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$54K
Program expenses85%
Admin / overhead12%
Fundraising3%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$12K
Cash$213K
Investments$0
Liabilities$33K
Net assets$6K
Liquid reserves47.4 mo
6 years on record · 2019–2024 · YoY revenue -26.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 3
- GARY BERNSTEIN — BOARD CHAIR
- LYNDA KENNEDY — BOARD MEMBER
- PAUL ASHLEY — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
relationships · 18
Who they work with
- Aneesa Folds Partner — Supported Wingspan Arts through participation or advocacy.
- Berklee College of Music Network — Graduates of Wingspan Arts have pursued music education at Berklee College of Music.
- Facebook Partner — Streamed live events on its Facebook pages in addition to its website.
- Gates Partner — Performed with Wingspan Arts in a recorded musical number.
- George Partner — Performed with Wingspan Arts in a recorded musical number.
- GiveLively Partner — Platform used for ticket sales and event fundraising.
- Imayah Partner — Performed with Wingspan Arts, contributing to a musical presentation.
- Kindful Partner — Platform used for processing donations.
- Luke Islam Partner — Collaborated with Wingspan Arts as a performer and supporter.
- NY1 Partner — Collaborated with NY1 through its host Frank DiLella, who moderated a panel on arts education.
- New York University Network — Students from Wingspan Arts have enrolled in NYU, including the Tisch School of the Arts, for higher education in the arts.
- New York University Partner — Students from Wingspan Arts have matriculated into NYU, including the Tisch School of the Arts, for higher education in the arts.
- School Partner Partner — Collaborates with Wingspan Arts to co-design in-school arts residency programs aligned with academic and arts standards.
- The Juilliard School Network — Alumni of Wingspan Arts have been admitted to The Juilliard School for further training in the performing arts.
- The Juilliard School Partner — Alumni of Wingspan Arts have been accepted into The Juilliard School for further training in the performing arts.
- The New Group Partner — Collaborates with Wingspan Arts to co-direct the Wingspan Ensemble program.
- USC Cinematic Arts Partner — Wingspan Arts students have pursued advanced education at USC Cinematic Arts.
- professional artist-educators Partner — Collaborates with professional artist-educators to deliver arts instruction in schools and community programs.
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.
- Authenticity-Driven Learning through Artist-Educator Partnerships 24 orgsmethodology: artist-educator_partnership_modelBy partnering with professional artist-educators who serve as role models, Wingspan Arts creates an authenticity-driven learning environment because personal expression and real-world artistic practice increase student engagement and transformative impact.shared approach: Artist-as-Educator Model →
- Integrated Arts Residencies Aligned with Academic Standardsmethodology: collaborative_arts_integrationBy co-designing in-school arts residencies with teachers and school partners, Wingspan Arts integrates performing and visual arts into core education because alignment with academic standards increases institutional buy-in, relevance, and student access during the school day.
- Pre-Professional Training with Industry Professionalsmethodology: performing_arts_training_for_youthBy providing tuition-free, pre-professional training in theatre led by industry professionals, Wingspan Arts prepares youth for careers in the performing arts because direct exposure to working artists builds skills, confidence, and professional pathways.