Merit School Of Music

Organization Overview

Merit School Of Music is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 1979. According to its NTEE Classification (A6E) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts Schools, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 08/2022, Merit School Of Music employed 207 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Merit School Of Music 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 08/2022, Merit School Of Music generated $6.6m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (1.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $8.1m during the year ending 08/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing

TAX YEAR

2022

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

MERIT SCHOOL OF MUSIC TRANSFORMS THE LIVES OF CHICAGO-AREA YOUTH THROUGH REMOVING BARRIERS TO HIGH-QUALITY MUSIC EDUCATION.

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

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MERIT MUSIC IN COMMUNITIES (MMIC) IS A COMMUNITY-BASED PROGRAM, SUPPORTING CHICAGO SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY CENTERS WHOSE STUDENTS HAVE LITTLE OR NO ACCESS TO MUSIC INSTRUCTION THROUGH SCHOOL, OR PRIVATELY. INDIVIDUAL PROGRAMS VARY BY SIZE AND TYPE TO MEET THE INDIVIDUAL NEEDS, PREFERENCES, AND RESOURCES OF PARTNER SITES. MMIC OPERATES IN APPROXIMATELY 22 SITES, SERVING CHILDREN K-12TH GRADE WITH PROGRAMS IN BAND, STRINGS, GUITAR, CHOIR, EARLY CHILDHOOD, AND GENERAL MUSIC.


PRIVATE LESSONS ARE AVAILABLE TO ALL STUDENTS AND ESSENTIAL FOR CONSERVATORY STUDENTS. DISCOUNTED PRIVATE LESSON PASSPORTS, AND NEED-BASED FINANCIAL AID MAKE LESSONS AFFORDABLE FOR LOWER-INCOME STUDENTS. LESSONS ARE OFFERED IN BRASS, WINDS, STRINGS, PERCUSSION, PIANO, GUITAR, JAZZ, VOICE, COMPOSITION/THEORY.


MERIT'S INSTRUMENTAL & VOCAL MUSIC PROGRAM SUPPORTS CHILDREN K-9TH GRADE, OFFERING GROUP CLASSES IN PIANO, VOICE, GUITAR, STRINGS, AND BAND (BRASS, WOODWINDS, PERCUSSION). BAND, STRING, AND VOICE STUDENTS ALSO PARTICIPATE IN LARGE ENSEMBLES. THE PROGRAM OFFERS FINANCIAL AID (UP TO 75%) TO QUALIFYING FAMILIES AND PREPARES STUDENTS WITH AN INTEREST TO AUDITION SUCCESSFULLY FOR THE CONSERVATORY.


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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$940,268
Related organizations$0
Government grants $892,870
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$4,277,377
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $0
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$6,110,515
Total Program Service Revenue$2,565,089
Investment income $642,898
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $0
Net Rental Income $81,915
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales -$2,829,265
Net Income from Fundraising Events $0
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory -$2,011
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $6,571,408

Grants Recieved

Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that Merit School Of Music has recieved totaling $1,000.

Awarding OrganizationAmount
Lucille E And Joseph L Block Fndn

Winnetka, IL

PURPOSE: GENERAL CHARITABLE SUPPORT

$1,000
View Grant Recipient Profile

Endowment Analysis

Beg. Balance$20,634,219
Earnings-$2,260,678
Admin Expense$70,025
Net Contributions$220,000
Other Expense$206,443
Grants$483,558
Ending Balance$17,833,515

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