James Dick Foundation For The Performing Arts is located in Round Top, TX. The organization was established in 1972. According to its NTEE Classification (A6E) the organization is classified as: Performing Arts Schools, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 08/2023, James Dick Foundation For The Performing Arts employed 38 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. James Dick Foundation For The Performing Arts 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, James Dick Foundation For The Performing Arts generated $8.5m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 15.2% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $3.1m during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 2.2% per year over the past 8 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
990T
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing
TAX YEAR
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
FOSTER CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT AT ROUND TOP FESTIVAL INSTITUTE, A CENTER FOR PERFORMANCE & LEARNING.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
THE JAMES DICK FOUNDATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS WAS ESTABLISHED AS A SCHOOL TO (A) CONDUCT EDUCATION AND TRAINING FOR YOUNG PERFORMERS, (B) PROVIDE AND DEVELOP AN ADVANCED LEVEL OF CURRICULUM, FACULTY AND FACILITIES FOR INSTRUCTION AND YEAR-ROUND PUBLIC PERFORMANCES AND (C) CONDUCT FESTIVALS, WORKSHOPS AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR ARTISTIC TRAINING, RESEARCH, AND EDUCATION OF THE GENERAL PUBLIC.SEE SCHEDULE O FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS. ROUND TOP MUSIC FESTIVAL: ANNUALLY, ONE HUNDRED OR SO ADVANCED YOUNG MUSIC STUDENTS REPRESENTING AN AVERAGE OF ELEVEN COUNTRIES COME TO STUDY UNDER THE ORGANIZATION'S ACCOMPLISHED MUSIC FACULTY AND SIX DIFFERENT CONDUCTORS FROM AROUND THE WORLD. THE YOUNG ARTISTS WORK WITH THE FACULTY TO STUDY AND IMPROVE THEIR INSTRUMENTAL AND PERFORMANCE SKILLS AND LEARN AND PERFORM CHAMBER MUSIC PROGRAMS AND A NEW ORCHESTRAL CONCERT EACH WEEK. THEIR INSTRUCTION IS TUITION-FREE. THE STUDENTS PAY A NOMINAL FEE TO COVER PART OF THEIR ROOM AND BOARD. THE JAMES DICK FOUNDATION PROVIDES HOUSING AND MEALS TO THE YOUNG ARTISTS, FACULTY, AND GUEST CONDUCTORS ON OUR 110-ACRE CAMPUS. THE AUGUST-TO-APRIL CONCERT SERIES INCLUDES A VARIETY OF PERFORMANCES INCLUDING PIANO RECITALS, BELL RINGERS, AND BRASS CONCERTS; INSTRUMENTAL ENSEMBLES FROM VARIOUS UNIVERSITIES; THE NUTCRACKER BALLET DANCED BY CHILDREN FOR CHILDREN OF ALL AGES; AND VARIOUS CHORAL GROUPS. THESE EVENTS BRING OVER 5,000 VISITORS TO FESTIVAL HILL EACH YEAR. THE EVENTS ARE DESIGNED TO TEACH AND ENTERTAIN. BETWEEN ARTISTIC EVENTS, THE CAMPUS IS USED FOR CONFERENCES. AS PART OF COMMUNITY OUTREACH, THE CAMPUS IS USED FOR REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL TRACK MEETS. THE HALL IS ALSO USED BY HIGH SCHOOL BANDS AND CHORAL GROUPS, AND FOR LOCAL SCHOOL GRADUATIONS. MEETING FACILITIES ARE ALSO MADE AVAILABLE TO OTHER NONPROFITS IN THE AREA. AUGUST-TO-APRIL FORUM SERIES: THE THREE FORUMS TYPICALLY PRESENTED EACH YEAR OFFER EDUCATIONAL AND EXPLORATORY EXPERIENCES IN THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES.- THEATER FORUM AT ROUND TOP - THE ANNUAL THREE-DAY FORUM IS DESIGNED TO HEIGHTEN THE AWARENESS OF THEATER AND THE WORLD OF MUSIC THROUGH TALKS AND PERFORMANCES BY THEATRICAL SCHOLARS AND PRACTITIONERS FOR STUDENTS, TEACHERS, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC. - HERBAL FORUM AT ROUND TOP - THE ANNUAL TWO-DAY FORUM ATTRACTS BETWEEN TWO AND THREE HUNDRED PLANT LOVERS, GARDENERS, AND HERBALISTS TO THE CAMPUS EACH YEAR. ON THE FIRST DAY, REGISTRANTS CAN PARTICIPATE IN INTERACTIVE WORKSHOPS ON VARIOUS BOTANICAL ARTS AND CULINARY PRACTICES, AMONG OTHERS. THE FOLLOWING DAY OFFERS A SCHEDULE OF EDUCATIONAL LECTURES AND PRESENTATIONS IN THE CONCERT HALL BY PROFESSIONALS ON THE CULINARY AND MEDICINAL BENEFITS AND USES OF VARIOUS HERBS, PLANTS, AND SPICES. - POETRY AT ROUND TOP - THE THREE-DAY FORUM IS AN ANNUAL FESTIVAL PRESENTING THE NATION'S MOST EXCITING AND PROMINENT POETS. FORUM PARTICIPANTS EXPERIENCE POETRY THROUGH READINGS, WORKSHOPS, AND CONVERSATIONS. MANUSCRIPT CONSULTATIONS AND WORKSHOPS ARE OFFERED TO ASSIST STUDENTS IN CREATIVE WRITING PROGRAMS AND ASPIRING POETS FROM ALL WALKS OF LIFE IN THE CRAFT OF POETRY. THE FORUM ALSO OFFERS AN AFTERNOON DESIGNED FOR SELECTED SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS AND TEACHERS, FEATURING TRAINING THROUGH READINGS AND WORKSHOPS.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
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James Dick President | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $44,944 |
Amanda M Dealey Vice President & Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
David Hilgers Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Susan Ashcroft Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Paul Clote Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Christopher Dealey Trustee | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $0 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $56,062 |
Government grants | $0 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,364,616 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $5,967 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $1,420,678 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $809,643 |
Investment income | $22,377 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $2,076 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $6,245,263 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $8,500,037 |
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. | $81,498 |
Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $31,625 |
Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
Other salaries and wages | $739,362 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $31,259 |
Payroll taxes | $57,231 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $22,298 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $43,498 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $15,000 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $99,378 |
Advertising and promotion | $20,626 |
Office expenses | $108,208 |
Information technology | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $618,508 |
Travel | $51,388 |
Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
Interest | $562 |
Payments to affiliates | $0 |
Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $545,116 |
Insurance | $138,757 |
All other expenses | $0 |
Total functional expenses | $3,112,029 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $6,782,956 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $502,455 |
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 | $80,731 |
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $31,296 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $9,638,161 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $9,190 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $199,536 |
Total assets | $17,244,325 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $137,803 |
Grants payable | $0 |
Deferred revenue | $34,070 |
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 | $171,873 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $16,336,646 |
Net assets with donor restrictions | $735,806 |
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 | $17,244,325 |