The@spark
- Assets
- $162.5k
- Revenue
- $265.8k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 2
- Location
- Boulder, CO
- Founding
- 07/2019
- Data as of
- 07/2022
- EIN
- 83-2550120
Organization Overview
The@spark is located in Boulder, CO. The organization was established in 2019. According to its NTEE Classification (A20) the organization is classified as: Arts & Culture, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 07/2022, The@spark employed 2 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. The@spark 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 07/2022, The@spark generated $265.8k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 3 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 18.5% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $276.1k during the year ending 07/2022. While expenses have increased by 14.0% per year over the past 3 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
INSPIRE EDUCATE AND EMPOWER ARTISTS AND THE COMMUNITY THROUGH PRODUCTIONS COMPREHENSIVE TRAINING AND WELCOMING SUPPORT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
EDUCATIONAL REGISTRATIONS FOR CLASSES, WORKSHOPS, AND SHOWS. STUDENTS WORK WITH HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEACHERS AND ARTISTIC TEAMS THROUGHOUT ANY CLASS, PRODUCTION, OR WORKSHOP THEY TAKE PART IN. THEY ALSO ARE GIVEN TEH OPPORTUNITY TO WORK SIDE BY SIDE WITH PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS IN A MENTORSHIP PRODUCTION MODEL. STUDENTS TAKE CLASSES IN DANCE, ACTING, SINGING, AND PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY.
SPACE RENTAL FOR CREATIVES. THIS INCLUDES STUDIO, PERFORMANCE, AND INCUBATOR SPACE. SPACE IS PROVIDED TO ARTISTS AT AN AFFORDABLE RATE. ARTISTS ARE ALSO PROVIDED RESOURCES TO HELP TO HELP WITH THEIR SUCCESS IN THE PRODUCTION PROCESS. SPACE IS USED FOR CLASSES, REHEARSALS, PERFORMANCES, AND OTHER EVENTS.
TICKET SALES FOR SHOWS SUCH AS: MATILDA & INTO THE WOODS. TICKETS ARE BOUGHT BY COMMUNITY MEMBERS TO GAIN ADMISSION TO THE PRODUCTIONS. THE SPARK IS COMMITEED TO BRINGING MUSICAL THEATER TO BOULDER THROUGH MULTI-GENERATIONAL PRODUCTION PROCESS AND CONTEMPORARY OUTREACH PROGRAMS.
DURING PRODUCTIONS THE SPARK, LIKE MOST THEATERS, SELLS CONCESSIONS (SNACKS BEVERAGES, SOME MERCHANDISE)- IT IS PART OF THE THEATER EXPERIENCE.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Nikki Weber Company Manager | 20 | $12,725 | |
Dillon Kenyon Ed | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $8,160 |
Jodie Squirrell Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Courtney Berg Chairperson | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Patty A Lindstrom Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mary Beth Ward Doo | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $766 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $66,592 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $6,248 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $73,606 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $192,137 |
| Investment income | $34 |
| 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 | $265,777 |
| 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. | $41,969 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $41,969 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $10,795 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,620 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $66,370 |
| Advertising and promotion | $2,270 |
| Office expenses | $2,748 |
| Information technology | $1,544 |
| Royalties | $10,807 |
| Occupancy | $117,017 |
| Travel | $24 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $163 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | -$358 |
| Total functional expenses | $276,097 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $34,736 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $60,000 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $8,750 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $58,068 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $946 |
| Total assets | $162,500 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $6,465 |
| 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 | $60,000 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $113,900 |
| Total liabilities | $180,365 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | -$17,865 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $162,500 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 1 grants that The@spark has recieved totaling $7.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $7 |
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