Auntie Karen Foundation
- Assets
- $138.6k
- Revenue
- $948.2k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Columbia, SC
- Founding
- 11/2003
- Data as of
- 12/2023
- EIN
- 57-1131878
Organization Overview
Auntie Karen Foundation, operating under the name Auntie Karen, is located in Columbia, SC. The organization was established in 2003. According to its NTEE Classification (O50) the organization is classified as: Youth Development Programs, under the broad grouping of Youth Development and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Auntie Karen 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 12/2023, Auntie Karen generated $948.2k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 22.0% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $942.7k during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 22.0% per year over the past 7 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 AUNTIE KAREN FOUNDATION IS A GLOBAL NON-PROFIT IN SOUTH CAROLINA WHOSE MISSION IS TO CREATE AND IMPLEMENT A SERIES OF REPRODUCIBLE COMMUNITY OUTREACH PROGRAMS TO EMPOWER, ENLIGHTEN AND EDUCATE THROUGH THE ARTS. THE LEGENDS OF CONCERT SERIES IS THE SIGNATURE EVENT FOR THE AUNTIE KAREN FOUNDATION, WHICH STRIVES TO KEEP THE LEGACY OF AFRICAN-AMERICAN MUSIC ALIVE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
ARTPRENEUR/TECHNOPRENEUR PROGRAM AIMS TO ADDRESS THE TEACHER SHORTAGE CRISIS IN SOUTH CAROLINA BY PARTNERING WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS TO PROVIDE AN ALTERNATIVE SOLUTION. THIS INNOVATIVE PROGRAM DEPLOYS EXPERIENCED ARTISTS TO TEACH MUSIC, DANCE, AND VISUAL ARTS TO YOUTH IN UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES. IN THE PAST YEAR, CLASSES WERE TAUGHT IN BARNWELL, MARLBORO, RICHLAND, MARION, AND WILLIAMSBURG COUNTIES, REACHING HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS AND ENRICHING THEIR EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES. OVER 1200 YOUTH SERVED THROUGHOUT THE YEAR. THE FOUNDATION INITIATED A PILOT HOUSING PROGRAM IN HARDEEVILLE, SOUTH CAROLINA. IN THE PILOT, THE FOUNDATION PROVIDED ARTISTS WITH HOUSING FROM SUNDAY TO FRIDAY DURING THE SCHOOL YEAR AT A COST OF $18,000. THIS INITIATIVE AIMED TO ALLEVIATE THE BURDEN OF TRAVEL AND ALLOW ARTISTS TO FULLY IMMERSE THEMSELVES IN THEIR TEACHING ROLES. THE PILOT SUCCESSFULLY BENEFITED THE ARTISTS AND THE SCHOOL COMMUNITIES BY ENABLING CONSISTENT AND ENGAGED INSTRUCTION.
LEGENDS OF OUTREACH - ON FEBRUARY 24, 2023, THE AUNTIE KAREN FOUNDATION PROUDLY PRESENTED THE 19TH LEGENDS OF...CONCERT AT THE KOGER CENTER FOR THE ARTS IN COLUMBIA, SOUTH CAROLINA. THIS ANNUAL EVENT CELEBRATED THE LEGACY OF AL JARREAU WITH A THEME, "A TRIBUTE TO AL JARREAU," SHOWCASING REMARKABLE PERFORMANCES BY KIRK WHALUM, CHRIS WALKER, REGINA BELLE, AND BOB JAMES. THE CONCERT SPANNED TWO DAYS, ENRICHING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY AND MUSIC ENTHUSIASTS WITH ITS DYNAMIC LINEUP. A HIGHLIGHT OF THE EVENT WAS THE YOUTH MASTER CLASS, CONDUCTED IN COLLABORATION WITH RICHLAND SCHOOL DISTRICT ONE AT AC FLORA HIGH SCHOOL. THE MASTER CLASS PROVIDED YOUNG MUSICIANS AN INVALUABLE OPPORTUNITY TO LEARN FROM INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS, ENHANCING THEIR SKILLS AND INSPIRING THEIR MUSICAL JOURNEYS. THE CONCERT ITSELF WAS AN OUTSTANDING SHOWCASE OF TALENT, WITH THE AUNTIE KAREN ALL-STAR BAND OPENING THE EVENT, SETTING A HIGH STANDARD FOR THE EVENING.
GORDON SALES - THE GORDON MEETS THE NEIGHBORS NEXT DOOR PROJECT LAUNCHED ON JULY 2, 2021. THE PROJECT STARTED IN 2020 DURING THE COVID 19 PANDEMIC. THE AUNTIE KAREN FOUNDATION PARTNERED WITH STACEY ATKINSON AND THE DOOR OF HOMES ORGANIZATION TO PRODUCE COVID STYLED OUTREACH PROGRAMS. THE NET RESULT WAS A COLLABORATION WITH THE AUNTIE KAREN FOUNDATION AND THE YOUNG WRITERS SOCIETY TO PRODUCE A COLORING BOOK ENTITLED GORDON MEETS THE NEIGHBORS NEXT DOOR. THE COLOR BOOK IS AVAILABLE AS A FREE DIGITAL DOWNLOAD. 1000 COPIES WERE PRINTED AND DISTRIBUTED AT SEVERAL OUTREACH EVENTS IN COLUMBIA AND CHARLESTON, SC.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Karen Alexander-Banks President | Officer | 40 | $83,146 |
Deborah Breedlove Treasurer | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Toshia Addison Vice President | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Mildred Branch Vice President | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Linda Paige Secretary | Officer | 0 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Wendell Cullbreath Artpreneur Program Service | 12/30/20 | $11,000 |
Valerie Goodwin Program Service Artpreneur | 12/30/20 | $13,350 |
Shannon Mcelveen Artpreneur Program Service | 12/30/20 | $10,405 |
Lisa Macon Artpreneur Proogram Service | 12/30/20 | $27,595 |
Dominique Hodges Artpreneur Program Service | 12/30/20 | $13,620 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $78,283 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $56,305 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $78,283 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $869,428 |
| Investment income | $15 |
| 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 | $948,168 |
| 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. | $83,146 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $1,500 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $6,978 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,640 |
| Office expenses | $8,811 |
| Information technology | $4,168 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $12,556 |
| Travel | $11,089 |
| 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 | $746 |
| Insurance | $1,753 |
| All other expenses | $22,827 |
| Total functional expenses | $942,667 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $62,062 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $52,854 |
| 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 | $88 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $7,765 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $15,800 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $138,569 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $138,569 |
| 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 | $138,569 |