Desert Winds Freedom Band is located in Palm Springs, CA. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (A6C) the organization is classified as: Bands & Ensembles, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Desert Winds Freedom Band is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 12/2022, Desert Winds Freedom Band generated $162.2k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 6.6% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $125.5k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 9.5% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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THE BAND WAS FORMED IN 2002 AS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FOR THE PURPOSE OFDEVELOPING A QUALITY MUSICAL BAND OPEN TO MEN AND WOMEN THAT ARE GAY, LESBIAN,HETEROSEXUAL, AND ALL OTHER SEXUAL ORIENTATIONS. THROUGH ITS MUSICAL PERFORMANCES,THE BAND MAKES A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO THE COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL,CULTURAL, AND SOCIAL ENRICHMENT FOR ITS MEMBERS AND AUDIENCES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE ORGANIZATION PERFORMS SEVERAL MUSICAL COMPOSITIONS ANNUALLY IN PALM SPRINGS CALIFORNIA.
THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE IN THE FORM OF SCHOLARSHIPS TO SUPPORT HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY.
MIDDLE SCHOOL AND HIGH SCHOOL WORKSHOPS - EACH SPRING THE BAND SPONSORS A GUEST COMPOSER OR CONDUCTOR FOR OUR SPRING CONCERT. THE GUEST COMPOSER OR CONDUCTOR WORKS WITH UP TO 6 SCHOOL BANDS IN THE COACHELLA VALLEY TO PROVIDE STUDENTS A RARE OPPORTUNITY TO STUDY MUSIC BY THE PERSON WHO WROTE IT. THE PROGRAM IS IN IT'S 7TH YEAR NOW AND HAS BEEN A TREMENDOUS SUCCESS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Dencil White President | OfficerTrustee | 20 | $0 |
Eric Walters Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Steve Baker Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Sioux Stoeckle Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Carol Pipitone Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Julian Di Cicrcio Director | Trustee | 5 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $7,568 |
Fundraising events | $20,969 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $75,912 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $104,449 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $60,418 |
Investment income | $20 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$2,659 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $162,228 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $5,000 |
Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $15,840 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $1,499 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $1,933 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $0 |
Office expenses | $2,430 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $9,840 |
Travel | $0 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $0 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $10,595 |
Insurance | $2,977 |
All other expenses | $11,930 |
Total functional expenses | $125,468 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $36,486 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $98,250 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $1,073 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $40,354 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $35,210 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $211,373 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $0 |
Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
Other liabilities | $401 |
Total liabilities | $401 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $210,972 |
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $211,373 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Desert Winds Freedom Band has recieved totaling $20,270.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Ralph Fingerle Educational Award Trust Cathedral City, CA PURPOSE: PER THE MISSION STATEMENT | $20,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $270 |
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