Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc is located in Memphis, TN. The organization was established in 1956. According to its NTEE Classification (A69) the organization is classified as: Symphony Orchestras, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2022, Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc employed 137 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Memphis Symphony Orchestra 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 06/2022, Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc generated $4.6m in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 7 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 8.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.8m during the year ending 06/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY THROUGH EXCEPTIONAL MUSIC AND DYNAMIC PROGRAMS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE MEMPHIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA STRIVES TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF OUR DIVERSE COMMUNITY THROUGH EXCEPTIONAL MUSIC AND DYNAMIC PROGRAMS. MORE THAN 400 MUSICIANS, STAFF AND VOLUNTEERS MAKE UP THE MEMPHIS SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, MEMPHIS SYMPHONY CHORUS AND MEMPHIS SYMPHONY LEAGUE, OPERATING EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS, ORGANIZING COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EVENTS AND PERFORMING CONCERTS
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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Moody Robert Music Directory | Trustee | 40 | $199,449 |
Abell Peter President/ceo | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $118,049 |
Knisley Brandon E Vice President Of Patron Engagement | 40 | $104,603 | |
Marus Ramon Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Merrill Irma W Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Remmers Ashley Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $714,883 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $3,262,549 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $137,999 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,977,432 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $582,891 |
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 | $1,719 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $4,582,397 |
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. | $123,715 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $2,460 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $2,335,356 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $330,919 |
Payroll taxes | $174,463 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $0 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $207,931 |
Advertising and promotion | $59,678 |
Office expenses | $34,622 |
Information technology | $57,986 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $44,870 |
Travel | $10,177 |
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 | $3,038 |
Insurance | $19,405 |
All other expenses | $41,032 |
Total functional expenses | $3,768,983 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,504,689 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $1,517,875 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $50,440 |
Accounts receivable, net | $28,448 |
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 | $14,750 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $424,257 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $2,734,338 |
Total assets | $6,274,797 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $40,737 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $262,740 |
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 | $303,477 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $3,155,100 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $2,816,220 |
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 | $6,274,797 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 4 grants that Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc has recieved totaling $1,202,616.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
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Community Foundation Of Greater Memphis Inc Memphis, TN PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $891,766 |
Christian Community Foundation Of Memphis And The Mid-South Inc Memphis, TN PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $254,350 |
Arts Memphis Memphis, TN PURPOSE: OPERATING SUPPORT | $50,000 |
Community Foundation Of Greater Memphis Inc Memphis, TN PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATIONAL SUPPORT | $6,500 |
Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
---|---|---|
Kansas City Symphony Kansas City, MO | $64,822,369 | $17,397,853 |
North Carolina Symphony Society Inc Raleigh, NC | $32,524,457 | $22,246,893 |
Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Society Inc Charlotte, NC | $18,656,267 | $14,331,249 |
Saint Louis Symphony Endowment Trust Saint Louis, MO | $280,111,729 | $18,922,089 |
Nashville Symphony Association Nashville, TN | $100,031,908 | $12,366,678 |
The Louisville Orchestra Inc Louisville, KY | $7,756,568 | $11,516,592 |
Virginia Symphony Orchestra Norfolk, VA | $5,267,903 | $8,191,490 |
Richmond Symphony Richmond, VA | $2,392,826 | $8,372,945 |
Knoxville Symphony Society Inc Knoxville, TN | $1,484,079 | $3,960,669 |
Memphis Symphony Orchestra Inc Memphis, TN | $6,274,797 | $4,582,397 |
Alabama Symphonic Association Inc Birmingham, AL | $2,772,905 | $5,743,069 |
Greensboro Symphony Orchestra Incorporated Greensboro, NC | $1,104,196 | $3,569,093 |