Griot Arts Inc
- Assets
- $349.4k
- Revenue
- $666.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 32
- Location
- Clarksdale, MS
- Founding
- 09/2011
- Data as of
- 07/2023
- EIN
- 45-1838783
Organization Overview
Griot Arts Inc is located in Clarksdale, MS. The organization was established in 2011. According to its NTEE Classification (A25) the organization is classified as: Arts Education, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 07/2023, Griot Arts Inc employed 32 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Griot Arts 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 07/2023, Griot Arts Inc generated $666.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 5 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 7.7% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $749.8k during the year ending 07/2023. While expenses have increased by 15.8% per year over the past 5 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF GRIOT ARTS, INC. IS TO CREATE A COMMUNITY OF STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND VOLUNTEERS WHO WORK TOGETHER TO ENCOURAGE CREATIVITY IN ORDER TO ENHANCE LIVES, NEIGHBORHOODS AND COMMUNITIES. (CONTINUE ON SCHEDULE O)
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
1. THROUGH THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS AND ACHIEVEMENTS, GRIOT ARTS STEADFASTLY PURSUES ITS MISSION OF EMPOWERING THE PEOPLE OF CLARKSDALE, MISSISSIPPI, BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO ARTS, EDUCATION, AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, THEREBY ENABLING THEM TO CREATE POSITIVE CHANGE IN THEIR LIVES AND IN THE COMMUNITY. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED THOUGH:I. MERAKI PROGRAM: SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR YOUNG ADULTS AGED 16-24, THIS PROGRAM FOCUSES ON NURTURING SOFT SKILLS ESSENTIAL FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT. BY OFFERING THESE OPPORTUNITIES, WE EMPOWER PARTICIPANTS TO CREATE POSITIVE CHANGES IN THEIR LIVES, ALIGNING WITH OUR COMMITMENT TO WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND PERSONAL GROWTH.II. GRIOT AFTERSCHOOL ARTS: THIS DIVERSE ARTS PROGRAM, CATERING TO CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS AGED 3-18, PLAYS A CRUCIAL ROLE IN OUR MISSION. BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO A VARIETY OF ARTISTIC DISCIPLINES, WE ENABLE YOUNG INDIVIDUALS TO EXPLORE AND DEVELOP THEIR CREATIVE TALENTS, CONTRIBUTING TO THEIR OVERALL EDUCATIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.III. BRIDGE SERVICES: OFFERING A RANGE OF SUPPORT SERVICES, INCLUDING ACADEMIC ASSISTANCE AND WORKFORCE READINESS PROGRAMS. THIS INITIATIVE REFLECTS OUR DEDICATION TO EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, ESSENTIAL FOR FOSTERING LONG-TERM POSITIVE CHANGE IN OUR COMMUNITY.IV. COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES: ENCOMPASSING A VARIETY OF CLASSES IN DANCE, FITNESS, AND OTHER RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES. THESE ACTIVITIES ARE INSTRUMENTAL IN PROMOTING LIFELONG LEARNING AND ENGAGEMENT IN THE ARTS, REINFORCING OUR MISSION OF COMMUNITY EMPOWERMENT THROUGH ARTISTIC OPPORTUNITIES.
2.SIGNIFICANT ACHIEVEMENTSI.IMPACT ON STUDENTS: IN THE LAST YEAR, 108 STUDENTS WERE SERVED ACROSS ALL PROGRAMS, INDICATING OUR IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITY. A TOTAL OF 295.5 HOURS THROUGH 13 UNIQUE WEEKLY ARTISTIC CLASSES WERE CONDUCTED IN OUR AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAM, PROVIDING EXTENSIVE CREATIVE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES. WERE OFFERED, SHOWCASING THE DIVERSITY OF OUR PROGRAMS. ENGAGEMENT WITH 81 FAMILIES, DEMONSTRATING OUR DEEP REACH INTO THE COMMUNITY. THROUGH BRIDGE SERVICES, 70 EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT OFFERINGS WERE PROVIDED, EMPHASIZING OUR COMMITMENT TO EDUCATIONAL ENRICHMENT. COLLABORATION WITH 30 COMMUNITY PARTNERS, UNDERSCORING OUR ROLE IN FOSTERING COMMUNITY-WIDE SUPPORT AND DEVELOPMENT.II.COMMUNITY CENTER DEVELOPMENT: THE REVITALIZATION OF THE HISTORIC PARAMOUNT THEATER INTO A DYNAMIC COMMUNITY HUB EMBODIES OUR VISION OF CREATING A SPACE WHERE THE ARTS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INTERSECT. THIS PROJECT IS A TESTAMENT TO OUR DEDICATION TO PRESERVING CULTURAL HERITAGE. WHILE FOSTERING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISTIC EXPRESSION AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Rebekah Pleasant-Patterson Executive Director | Officer | 0 | $70,000 |
Benjamin Lewis Deputy Director | Officer | 40 | $60,000 |
Leonette Henderson Vice President | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Julian Gallo Treasurer | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Brenda Luckett Secretary | Trustee | 0 | $0 |
Cynthia Noland President | OfficerTrustee | 0 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $16,404 |
| Fundraising events | $70,059 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $25,800 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $385,027 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $497,290 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $168,694 |
| Investment income | $76 |
| 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 | $666,060 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $310,838 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $17,262 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,083 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $18,627 |
| Office expenses | $7,797 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $51,000 |
| 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 | $16,423 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $27,523 |
| Total functional expenses | $749,764 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $224,822 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $124,596 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $349,418 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $20,423 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $20,423 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $156,392 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $172,603 |
| 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 | $349,418 |