Alexandria Area Arts Association Inc is located in Alexandria, MN. The organization was established in 1975. According to its NTEE Classification (A03) the organization is classified as: Professional Societies & Associations, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 08/2023, Alexandria Area Arts Association Inc employed 6 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Alexandria Area Arts Association 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 08/2023, Alexandria Area Arts Association Inc generated $603.1k in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 6 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 9.3% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $509.4k during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 6.3% per year over the past 6 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
TO FOSTER APPRECIATION, UNDERSTANDING, AND LOVE OF THE PERFORMING ARTS BY PROVIDING EXPERIENCES THAT ENTERTAIN, EDUCATE, AND ENRICH THE LIFE OF THE COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
AAAA PRODUCES 5 MAINSTAGE PRODUCTIONS PER YEAR, INCLUDING A FALL MUSICAL, A HOLIDAY SHOW, A DEDICATED YOUTH MUSICAL, AN ADULT DRAMA, AND A SPRING SHOW. IN ADDITION, THE ASSOCIATION PRESENTS A VARIETY OF REGIONAL AND NATIONAL TOURING MUSICAL ACTS AND THEATRICAL PRODUCTIONS, AND PROVIDES A RENTAL FACILITY FOR ADDITIONAL PRODUCTIONS WHO NEED PERFORMANCE SPACE. THE ASSOCIATION HAS OVER 10,000 AUDIENCE MEMBERS ATTEND THESE PRODUCTIONS, WHICH INCLUDE PARTICIPATION FROM OVER 300 AREA YOUTH AND ADULTS IN A VARIETY OF ROLES (ACTORS, DESIGNERS, MUSICIANS, DIRECTORS, USHERS, AND TECHNICAL STAFF). THE ORGANIZATION ALSO PRODUCES IMPROVISATION SHOWS.
OTHER PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSE (EXPENSES NOT TRACKED TO A SPECIFIC PROGRAM) - 260,705 COMPENSATION OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND OTHER EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATED WITH THE VARIOUS PROGRAMS ACTIVITIES - 105,620 BUILDING OCCUPANCY COST AND DEPRECIATION ASSOCIATED WITH PROGRAMMING ACTIVITIES - 88,775 OFFICE COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH PROGRAMMING ACTIVITIES (SUPPLIES/EQUIPMENT/SOFTWARE/ETC) - 66,310.
AAAA PRODUCES EVENTS THROUGHOUT THE YEAR, INCLUDING THE ANNUAL ART IN THE PARK. THIS EVENT FEATURES 160 BOOTHS OF FINE ART AND QUALITY HANDMADE PRODUCTS, AND ATTRACTS OVER 20,000 ATTENDEES THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND EVENT.
AAAA OFFERS SEVERAL EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES, INCLUDING CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS. THE CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS COVER TOPICS SUCH AS ACTING, DESIGN, MAKEUP, STAGE COMBAT, AUDITIONING, AND MORE. THE CLASSES ARE DESIGNED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE HIGH SCHOOL AND CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO ENSURE COHESIVE TRAINING. EACH SUMMER, THE AAAA HOLDS THE STUDENT THEATRE PROJECT, WHICH IS AN INTENSIVE THEATRE EXPERIENCE DESIGNED FOR LATE ELEMENTARY THROUGH HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS. MORE THAN 60 STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN THE PROJECT WHICH COVERS MUSIC, DANCE, ACTING, AND PRODUCTION EXPERIENCES, CULMINATING IN A MUSICAL PRODUCTION. IN THE FALL THEY OFFER A STUDENT YOUTH THEATRE FOR THE YOUNGER ACTORS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Christine Reilly Executive Di | Trustee | 40 | $55,000 |
Bonnie Bina President | OfficerTrustee | 4 | $0 |
Daylon Faber Treasurer | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Carolyn Giannone Vice Preside | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Heather Hjelle Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Bethany Staples Secretary | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $31,268 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $78,978 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $110,246 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $406,565 |
Investment income | $7,615 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $1,600 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $58,315 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $18,737 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $603,078 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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. | $55,000 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $22,000 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $90,888 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $11,193 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $3,250 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $1,063 |
Advertising and promotion | $15,435 |
Office expenses | $21,962 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $40,735 |
Travel | $563 |
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 | $62,687 |
Insurance | $18,969 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $509,388 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $237,660 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $153,754 |
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 | $645,065 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $3,424 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,039,903 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $3,855 |
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 | $3,855 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $961,249 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $74,799 |
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 | $1,039,903 |