Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc
- Assets
- $23.8m
- Revenue
- $7.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 229
- Location
- Columbus, OH
- Founding
- 08/1952
- Data as of
- 08/2020
- EIN
- 31-6402408
Organization Overview
Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc is located in Columbus, OH. The organization was established in 1952. 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 08/2021, Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc employed 229 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc 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 08/2020, Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc generated $7.4m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 6 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $7.2m during the year ending 08/2020. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (1.6%) 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
2020
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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THE CSO PRESENTED TWO INDOOR CONCERT SERIES IN THE 20-21 SEASON. THE TOTAL NUMBER OF CONCERTS WAS REDUCED DUE TO THE PANDEMIC. A MASTERWORKS SERIES OF 10 CONCERT EVENTS WAS HELD AT THE OHIO THEATRE. A POPS SERIES OF 4 CONCERT EVENTS, INCLUDING THE ANNUAL HOLIDAY POPS, WAS ALSO HELD AT THE OHIO THEATRE. TOTAL ATTENDANCE AT THESE EVENTS WAS OVER 4,570 PATRONS.
THE CSO HOSTED THE ANNUAL PICNIC WITH THE POPS AND POPCORN POPS SUMMER CONCERT EVENTS DURING THE SUMMER OF 2021. THESE EVENTS BROUGHT JUST OVER 18,180 PATRONS TO THE DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS COMMONS. THIS YEAR'S SEASON INCLUDED THE MUSIC OF QUEEN AND ELTON JOHN ALONG WITH CONCERTS FROM ENVOGUE, TITO PUENTE AND MICHAEL BOLTON. THE SEASON ALSO INCLUDED THE EVER POPULAR PATRIOTIC POPS AND THE OSU MARCHING BAND. THE CSO PROVIDED A SUMMER NIGHT MUSIC SERIES OF CLASSICAL MUSIC WHICH WAS ATTENDED BY 990 PATRONS.
THE CSO'S EDUCATION PROGRAMS PLAY A VITAL ROLE IN OUTREACH AND DIVERSITY EFFORTS. THE PROGRAMS STRIVE TO MAKE MUSIC RELEVANT AND MEANINGFUL FOR THE PEOPLE WE SERVE, BRINGING MUSIC TO LIFE BY ENCOURAGING INTERACTION WITH MUSIC FAR BEYOND MERE APPRECIATION. EDUCATION INITIATIVES INCLUDE THE COLUMBUS ALL CITY ORCHESTRA, CSO YOUTH ORCHESTRAS, MASTER CLASSES, AND THE YOUNG MUSICIANS COMPETITION. OTHER EDUCATION AND FAMILY-ORIENTED SHOWS INCLUDE THE YOUNG PEOPLE'S CONCERTS, YOUNG MUSICIAN'S SHOWCASE, AND THE FAMILY SERIES CONCERTS FOR KIDS. EDUCATION PROGRAMS ENRICHED THE LIVES OF MORE THAN 55,589 IN THE 20-21 SEASON.
AUDIENCE DEVELOPMENT SERIES (COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, ETC.) SPECIAL EVENTS AND CONTRACTED MUSICIAN PERFORMANCES.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Robert Morrison Jr Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Stephen Markovich Vice Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Lisa Barton Chair | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Amy Shore Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Alan Litzelfelner Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Denise Rehg Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Columbus Association For The Performing Management Fees | 8/30/21 | $208,580 |
Rossen Milanov Music Director | 8/30/21 | $240,720 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $5,596,493 |
| Investment income | $19,025 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | -$854 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$47,172 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | -$5,419 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $7,378,126 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $7,500 |
| 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 to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,194,193 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $117,129 |
| Other employee benefits | $239,471 |
| Payroll taxes | $315,341 |
| Fees for services: Management | $314,598 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $1,627,094 |
| Advertising and promotion | $327,971 |
| Office expenses | $122,631 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $305,456 |
| Travel | $87,236 |
| 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 | $6,776 |
| Insurance | $31,788 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $7,239,814 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $2,270,184 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $2,066,073 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $1,271,686 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $139,340 |
| 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 | $109,743 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $17,968,110 |
| Total assets | $23,849,025 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $352,667 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $171,578 |
| 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 | $781,250 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $1,305,495 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $22,543,530 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 24 grants that Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc has recieved totaling $3,368,906.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Columbus Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: ARTS AND HUMANITIES | $2,454,132 |
Greater Columbus Arts Council Inc Columbus, OH PURPOSE: GRANTS TO PROMOTE ART AND CULTURE IN COLUMBUS | $440,724 |
George Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: CHARITABLE | $281,200 |
Gulf Coast Community Foundation Inc Venice, FL PURPOSE: ARTS & CULTURE | $32,500 |
L Brands Foundation Columbus, OH PURPOSE: ARTS AND HUMANITIES | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ARTS, CULTURE & HUMANITIES | $16,750 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $17,840,990 |
| Earnings | $3,410,894 |
| Net Contributions | $420,427 |
| Other Expense | $552,396 |
| Ending Balance | $21,119,915 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Grand Rapids Symphony Society Grand Rapids, MI | $6,657,585 | $10,068,479 |
Indiana Symphony Society Inc Indianapolis, IN | $13,063,766 | $26,550,940 |
The Louisville Orchestra Inc Louisville, KY | $7,756,568 | $11,516,592 |
Columbus Symphony Orchestra Inc Columbus, OH | $23,849,025 | $7,378,126 |
Fort Wayne Philharmonic Orchestra Inc Fort Wayne, IN | $27,926,694 | $5,947,084 |
Dayton Performing Arts Alliance Dayton, OH | $10,536,333 | $6,130,805 |
Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra Kalamazoo, MI | $22,806,442 | $2,938,902 |
West Virginia Symphony Orchestra Inc Charleston, WV | $1,691,632 | $2,378,375 |
Harrisburg Symphony Association Harrisburg, PA | $13,261,535 | $3,046,479 |
Allentown Symphony Association Inc Allentown, PA | $15,521,853 | $2,408,487 |
Youngstown Symphony Society Inc Youngstown, OH | $9,809,717 | $1,234,201 |
South Bend Symphony Orchestra Association Inc South Bend, IN | $11,276,810 | $2,188,431 |