Rapides Symphony Orchestra is located in Alexandria, LA. The organization was established in 1967. 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 12/2021, Rapides Symphony Orchestra employed 3 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Rapides Symphony Orchestra 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 12/2021, Rapides Symphony Orchestra generated $218.5k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (11.3%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $173.3k during the year ending 12/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (8.0%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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TO BRING CULTURAL ENRICHMENT AND ENTERTAINMENT TO THE ENTIRE COMMUNITY THROUGH QUALITY MUSIC PROGRAMS, AND TO FOSTER THE DEVELOPMENT OF AREA MUSICIANS OF ALL AGES THROUGH PERFORMANCE OPPORTUNITIES AND EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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PUBLIC CONCERTS
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
Mary Ann Clary President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Valerie Aymond Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Terry Aubin Treasurer | Officer | 2 | $0 |
Deborah Novotny-Upton Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Joe Mackay Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Leetha Harris Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $122,135 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $122,135 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $15,926 |
Investment income | $56,625 |
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 | $218,526 |
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. | $0 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $55,808 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $9,469 |
Payroll taxes | $4,269 |
Fees for services: Management | $47 |
Fees for services: Legal | $2,279 |
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 | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $6,234 |
Office expenses | $689 |
Information technology | $743 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $0 |
Travel | $19,683 |
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 | $0 |
Insurance | $5,416 |
All other expenses | $11,900 |
Total functional expenses | $173,308 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $234,424 |
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 | $0 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $1,264,277 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,498,701 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $30,619 |
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 | $138 |
Total liabilities | $30,757 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $963,133 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $504,811 |
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 | $1,498,701 |
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Rapides Symphony Orchestra has recieved totaling $539.
Awarding Organization | Amount |
---|---|
Alexandria Business Foundation Shreveport, LA PURPOSE: CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | $500 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $39 |
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