Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc
- Assets
- $112.9k
- Revenue
- $509.1k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 3
- Location
- Memphis, TN
- Founding
- 05/1985
- Data as of
- 12/2022
- EIN
- 58-1605133
Organization Overview
Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc is located in Memphis, TN. The organization was established in 1985. According to its NTEE Classification (A01) the organization is classified as: Alliances & Advocacy, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2022, Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Memphis Black Arts Alliance 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 12/2022, Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc generated $509.1k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 7 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 24.4% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $480.2k during the year ending 12/2022. While expenses have increased by 24.7% 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.
Since 2020, Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc has awarded 14 individual grants totaling $257,000. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
MEMPHIS BLACK ARTS ALLIANCE IS DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND ECONOMIC WELL BEING OF GREATER MEMPHIS THROUGH PRESERVATION, CELEBRATION AND ADVANCEMENT OF AFRICAN AMERICAN ARTS, LITERATURE AND CULTURE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
MEMPHIS BLACK ART ALLIANCE PRODUCTIONS - A TALENTED GROUP OF YOUNG PEOPLE THAT PARTICIPATE IN MUSICAL STAGE PRODUCTIONS AND PERFORMANCES. THIS AMAZING ENTITY PERFORMS THROUGHOUT THE GREATER MEMPHIS AREA SINGING, DANCING, ACTING AND PERFORMING ORIGINAL MUSIC THAT THEY CREATE.
MEMPHIS BLACK ART ALLIANCE PRODUCTIONS - A TALENTED GROUP OF YOUNG PEOPLE THAT PARTICIPATE IN MUSICAL STAGE PRODUCTIONS AND PERFORMANCES. THIS AMAZING ENTITY PERFORMS THROUGHOUT THE GREATER MEMPHIS AREA SINGING, DANCING, ACTING AND PERFORMING ORIGINAL MUSIC THAT THEY CREATE.
ARTSREACHAFTER SCHOOL ARTS PROGRAMTAKES EXEMPLARY AFTER SCHOOL ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES THROUGH MUSIC, MULTI-MEDIA, DANCE, THEATRE ARTS, CRETIVE WRITING, VISUAL AND GRAPHIC ARTS DIRECTLY TO WHERE UNDERSERVED CHILDREN LIVE AND PLAY. ARTSREACH IS FACILITATED BY PROFESSIONAL ARTIST AND WAS CREATED TO EXPAND THE YOUNG MIND.
ARTSREACHAFTER SCHOOL ARTS PROGRAMTAKES EXEMPLARY AFTER SCHOOL ARTISTIC EXPERIENCES THROUGH MUSIC, MULTI-MEDIA, DANCE, THEATRE ARTS, CRETIVE WRITING, VISUAL AND GRAPHIC ARTS DIRECTLY TO WHERE UNDERSERVED CHILDREN LIVE AND PLAY. ARTSREACH IS FACILITATED BY PROFESSIONAL ARTIST AND WAS CREATED TO EXPAND THE YOUNG MIND.
CAMP SPARK - A SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS READINESS PROGRAM. IT WORKS TO ENGAGE THE YOUTH THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF MUSIC, AND PERFORMING ARTS.
CAMP SPARK - A SUMMER PERFORMING ARTS READINESS PROGRAM. IT WORKS TO ENGAGE THE YOUTH THROUGH THE UTILIZATION OF MUSIC, AND PERFORMING ARTS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Darryl Wayne Murphy Chairman | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Evelyn Young Vice Chairman | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Valetta Brinson Secretary | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Madeline Townes Treasurer | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Madeleine Townes Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Alvin Mckinney Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $410,494 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $90,749 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $501,243 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $7,870 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $509,113 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $95,000 |
| 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. | $57,385 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $57,385 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $50,769 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $2,963 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $10,109 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $93,789 |
| Advertising and promotion | $19,554 |
| Office expenses | $5,575 |
| Information technology | $2,354 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $58,145 |
| Travel | $22,823 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $509 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,008 |
| Insurance | $5,692 |
| All other expenses | $6,460 |
| Total functional expenses | $480,158 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $17,444 |
| 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 | $76,627 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $18,851 |
| Total assets | $112,922 |
| 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 | $26,766 |
| Total liabilities | $26,766 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $86,156 |
| 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 | $112,922 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Memphis Black Arts Alliance Inc has awarded $190,000 in support to 10 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
FOR GUNS DOWN IN ORANGE MOUND PURPOSE: Supporting community outreach events | $1,000 |
HOSPITALITY HUB MEMPHIS PURPOSE: Supported homeless population with mental health access | $30,000 |
WEST MEMPHIS FENCE &CONSTRUCTION PURPOSE: Supported the communities with fencing for community gardens | $16,500 |
DESIGN SPECIALIST & CONSTRUCTION PURPOSE: Provided facade improvements in urban areas painting paving | $41,500 |
HOSPITALITY HUB MEMPHIS PURPOSE: Supported homeless population with mental health access | $30,000 |
WEST MEMPHIS FENCE &CONSTRUCTION PURPOSE: Supported the communities with fencing for community gardens | $16,500 |