South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble
- Assets
- $169.7k
- Revenue
- $677.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 30
- Location
- Chicago, IL
- Founding
- 03/2003
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 36-4297695
Organization Overview
South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble is located in Chicago, IL. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (N60) the organization is classified as: Amateur Sports, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 06/2021, South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble employed 30 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble 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, South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble generated $677.2k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 5 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (7.0%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $718.8k during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (5.8%) per year over the past 5 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
THE ORGANIZATION USES PERFORMING ARTS TO ENGAGE YOUTH THROUGHOUT THEIR CRITICAL TEENAGE YEARS, MITIGATING THE DANGERS OF GANGS, DRUGS, AND VIOLENCE WHILE GUIDING MEMBERS TOWARD THEIR EDUCATION AND CAREER GOALS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PARADE PERFORMANCES - IT TAKES ABOUT A YEAR FOR A CHILD TO LEARN HOW TO MARCH AND TWO TO THREE YEARS TO BE PART OF THE "BIG GUARD" REHEARSALS INCLUDE DISCUSSIONS ON LIFE SKILLS AND HELPING MEMBERS DEVELOP A SENSE OF SELF-DISCIPLINE, DEDICATION, TEAMWORK, AND RESPECT FOR EACH OTHER. THE CHANCE TO PERFORM BEFORE AN APPRECIATIVE CROWD RAISES THEIR SELF-ESTEEM AND MOTIVATES THEM TO CONTINUE WORKING HARD IN SCHOOL AND AT REHEARSALS. BEING PART OF THE TEAM ALLOWS YOUNG PEOPLE TO TRAVEL BEYOND THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD AND MEET OTHERS FROM DIFFERENT BACKGROUNDS. WINTER GUARD INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION REQUIRES SPECIFIC MOVEMENTS AND DIFFERENT EQUIPMENT, DEMANDING A HIGHER LEVEL OF COMMITMENT AND SKILL. RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES KEEP YOUTH ENGAGED IN THE PROGRAM.
AT RISK YOUTH APPROXIMATELY 85% OF MEMBERS COME FROM INNER-CITY NEIGHBORHOODS WHERE THEY ARE LIKELY TO ENCOUNTER GANGS AND DRUGS ON A DAILY BASIS. THIS PROGRAM IS GEARED TOWARDS REDUCING NEGATIVE INFLUENCES AND TEACHING YOUTH WHO HAVE GOTTEN INTO TROUBLE AT SCHOOL OR IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD TO TAKE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THEIR ACTIONS. THE TEA ASSISTS STUDENTS WITH TUTORING AND OFFERS A COMPUTER LAB FOR HOMEWORK. TEAM, STAFF AND MEMBERS MONITOR GRADES AND ATTENDANCE AND OFFER INFORMATION ABOUT COLLEGE AND FINANCIAL AID. SINCE ALL MEMBERS MUST BE STUDENTS IN GOOD STANDING, THOSE WHO ARE AT RISK FOR DROPPING OUT RECEIVE HELP TO KEEP THEM IN SCHOOL. THE TEAM HAS A 99.5% GRADUATION RATE OF ITS MEMBERS AND MOST ATTEND COLLEGE.
HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE AGE MEMBERS INSTRUCT THE YOUNGER CHILDREN UNDER ADULT SUPERVISION. THE TEAM'S ASSISTANT INSTRUCTORS LEARN JOB-READINESS SKILLS. HOW TO WORK WITH YOUNGER CHILDREN, COMPLETE PAPERWORK, AND BE RESPONSIBLE. THE STIPENDS PAID, WHILE SMALL, ARE OFTEN CRITICAL TO HELPING FIRST GENERATION COLLEGE STUDENTS PAY FOR BOOKS AND TUITION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Arthur Robertson Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $72,900 |
Tamika Pass Chair, Finance Committee | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jazmin Cheefus ESQ President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nina Riccardi Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Samantha Fields ESQ Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Steven Hunter Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $192,486 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $472,306 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $60,000 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $664,792 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,445 |
| Investment income | $10 |
| 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 | $677,247 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $84,105 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $12,616 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $243,674 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $469 |
| Payroll taxes | $31,204 |
| Fees for services: Management | $44,850 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $25,350 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $293 |
| Office expenses | $15,202 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $103,037 |
| Travel | $22,400 |
| 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 | $1,401 |
| Insurance | $29,340 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $718,761 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $61,064 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $97,312 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $11,354 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $169,730 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $24,907 |
| 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 | $156,535 |
| Total liabilities | $181,442 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$11,712 |
| 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 | $169,730 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 6 grants that South Shore Drill Team & Performing Arts Ensemble has recieved totaling $655,209.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Iff Chicago, IL PURPOSE: Working Capital as part of the CCT program grant | $575,000 |
The Barack Obama Foundation Chicago, IL PURPOSE: SUPPORT MBK NETWORK ORGANIZATIONS TO MAINTAIN THEIR LEVEL OF COMMUNITY SERVICE. | $34,000 |
Network For Good Inc Washington, DC PURPOSE: UNRESTRICTED | $23,115 |
Field Foundation Of Illinois Inc Chicago, IL PURPOSE: SOUTH SHORE DRILL TEAM: SUSTAINABLE GROWTH IN THE ARTS | $20,000 |
Frederick Henry Prince Testamentary Trust Chicago, IL PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $3,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $94 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Zeta Tau Alpha Fraternity Carmel, IN | $13,572,932 | $39,083,661 |
Medinah Country Club Medinah, IL | $51,813,196 | $25,838,666 |
Union League Club Of Chicago Chicago, IL | $26,749,429 | $20,158,030 |
Missouri Athletic Club St Louis, MO | $22,640,194 | $18,091,674 |
Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity Inc Indianapolis, IN | $29,119,055 | $16,507,869 |
Butterfield Country Club Oak Brook, IL | $37,524,568 | $14,281,799 |
University Club Of Chicago Chicago, IL | $40,558,650 | $14,990,991 |
Bellerive Country Club Saint Louis, MO | $30,118,733 | $15,442,843 |
Alpha Chi Omega National Housing Corporation Indianapolis, IN | $68,106,791 | $16,027,721 |
National Association Of Intercollegiate Athletics Kansas City, MO | $12,204,653 | $13,287,204 |
Big Spring Country Club Inc Louisville, KY | $27,849,226 | $12,028,840 |
Westmoreland Country Club Wilmette, IL | $31,536,434 | $12,960,463 |