Lancaster Symphony Orchestra
- Assets
- $99.4k
- Revenue
- $435.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 91
- Location
- Lancaster, PA
- Founding
- 03/1948
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 23-6299058
Organization Overview
Lancaster Symphony Orchestra is located in Lancaster, PA. The organization was established in 1948. According to its NTEE Classification (A69) the organization is classified as: Symphony Orchestras, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Lancaster Symphony Orchestra employed 91 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Lancaster Symphony Orchestra 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 06/2021, Lancaster Symphony Orchestra generated $435.0k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (16.8%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $440.5k during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (19.0%) per year over the past 6 years. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ORGANIZE, MANAGE, AND MAINTAIN A SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FOR THE CULTURAL BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC AND PARTICULARLY THE COMMUNITY OF LANCASTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA THROUGH THE PRESENTATION OF MUSICAL PROGRAMS AND CONCERTS. THE SYMPHONY ALSO PROVIDES A SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PURSUING STUDIES IN THE FIELD OF MUSIC. THE SYMPHONY HOLDS SYMPHONIC CONCERTS FOR CHILDREN IN GRADES THREE THROUGH FIVE FREE OF CHARGE TO INTRODUCE YOUNGSTERS TO A SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND ARE USED BY MUSIC EDUCATORS AS A SPRINGBOARD INTO INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ORGANIZE, MANAGE, AND MAINTAIN A SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA FOR THE CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC, COMMUNITY AND CHILDREN OF LANCASTER COUNTY. NO CONCERTS WITH PAID ADMISSION IN 2021 DUE TO COVID.
A SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARD PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS INTERESTED IN PURSUING STUDIES IN THE FIELD OF MUSIC.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Guy Mcintosh Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $36,185 |
Sara Male Board Vice-C | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Brent Edmondson Board Secret | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Mary Ellen Davis Board Chair | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Stephen Armbruster Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Thomas Godfrey Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $287,076 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $117,967 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $405,043 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $13,538 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $435,038 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $3,000 |
| 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 | $174,309 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $25,032 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $13,950 |
| 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 | $20,276 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $23,061 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $228 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $1,363 |
| Insurance | $9,334 |
| All other expenses | $22,884 |
| Total functional expenses | $440,547 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $77,933 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $13,531 |
| 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 | $2,095 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $5,115 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $687 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $99,361 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $56,836 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $2,365 |
| 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 | $239,592 |
| Other liabilities | $3,000 |
| Total liabilities | $301,793 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$202,432 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $99,361 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Lancaster Symphony Orchestra has recieved totaling $25,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Pryor E Arlene R Neuber Charitable Tr Pittsburgh, PA PURPOSE: SOUND DISCOVERY | $25,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Philharmonic-Symphony Society Of New York Inc New York, NY | $534,569,080 | $138,634,882 |
The Musical Arts Association Cleveland, OH | $284,635,926 | $54,210,898 |
Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra Cincinnati, OH | $298,354,425 | $55,153,223 |
Philadelphia Orchestra Association Philadelphia, PA | $211,538,479 | $41,118,272 |
Pittsburgh Symphony Inc Pittsburgh, PA | $194,466,393 | $30,739,984 |
Baltimore Symphony Orchestra Inc Baltimore, MD | $16,033,795 | $20,177,740 |
New Jersey Symphony Orchestra Newark, NJ | $12,634,412 | $12,910,552 |
Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra Society Inc Buffalo, NY | $15,185,404 | $13,394,584 |
Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc Columbus, OH | $23,849,025 | $7,378,126 |
Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra Inc Rochester, NY | $20,757,567 | $7,702,051 |
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance Dayton, OH | $10,536,333 | $6,130,805 |
National Philharmonic Orchestra & Chorale Of Mongomery County Inc North Bethesda, MD | $1,849,727 | $2,888,620 |