Downtown Aurora Visual Arts
- Assets
- $2.2m
- Revenue
- $774.0k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 8
- Location
- Aurora, CO
- Founding
- 12/1993
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 84-1234219
Organization Overview
Downtown Aurora Visual Arts is located in Aurora, CO. The organization was established in 1993. According to its NTEE Classification (A40) the organization is classified as: Visual Arts, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Downtown Aurora Visual Arts employed 8 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Downtown Aurora Visual 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 12/2021, Downtown Aurora Visual Arts generated $774.0k in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $604.3k during the year ending 12/2021. 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
TO ENGAGE DIVERSE YOUTH IN MEANINGFUL ARTS EDUCATION THAT SPARKS CREATIVITY, INCREASES OPPORTUNITY & STRENGTHENS COMMUNITY.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
FAMILY ARTS SERVES CHILDREN (AGES 3-6) AND PARENTS/GUARDIANS DURING FREE PROGRAMMING DESIGNED TO INCREASE SCHOOL READINESS, CREATIVITY, AND MOTOR SKILLS. THE FAMILY ARTS PROGRAM REINFORCES THE MESSAGE THAT FAMILIES ARE AN INTEGRAL PART OF COMMUNITY CULTURAL DEVELOPMENT, ASSURING THAT KIDS OF ALL AGES HAVE ACCESS TO QUALITY ARTS ACTIVITIES.
THE OPEN STUDIO PROGRAM IS THE MAIN POINT OF ENTRY FOR YOUNG ARTISTS AT DAVA. OPEN STUDIO IS A DROP-IN PROGRAM FOR STUDENTS AFTER SCHOOL, MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY. PARTICIPANTS (AGES 6-14) CHOOSE FROM A VARIETY OF ARTS PROJECTS, INCLUDING CERAMICS, DRAWING, PAINTING, SCULPTURES, COLLAGE, AND MIXED MEDIA PROJECTS.
JOB TRAINING IN THE ARTS & TECHNOLOGY (JT) PROGRAMS INCLUDE STUDIO AND COMPUTER ART LAB ARTS SESSIONS FOR MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH. JT ADDRESSES KEY DEVELOPMENTAL YEARS BETWEEN THE AGES OF 11-14 THROUGH ADVANCED ARTS LEARNING AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT.
CREATIVE ACTION BY TEENS FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS BOOSTS ADVANCED SKILL- BUILDING FOR COLLEGE AND CAREERS THROUGH DESIGN PROJECTS WITH REAL WORLD "CLIENTS- AND PARTNERS. TEENS GET TO WORK WITH SPECIALIZED GUEST ARTISTS AND NEW TECHNOLOGY. DAVAS TRAVELING ART SCHOOL (TAS) SEEKS TO EXTEND ARTS LEARNING TO A WIDE POPULATION OF RESIDENTS, ESPECIALLY THOSE WITH LITTLE OR NO ACCESS TO THE ARTS. DAVAS TRAVELING PROGRAM BRINGS QUALITY ART EXPERIENCES TO LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS, COMPLETE WITH ART SUPPLIES AND PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED ART TEACHERS. PASCH IS A FEE-BASED PROGRAM WITH THE UNIQUE CAPABILITY TO TAILOR PROJECTS TO MEET THE INTERESTS, NEEDS, AND AGES OF ANY GROUP.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Krista Robinson Executive Di | Officer | 40 | $77,000 |
David Chatfield Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Ellen Dailey Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Krysta Gerstner Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Nancy Herrera-Esquivel Secretary | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Russell Williams Vice Chair | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $277,759 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $481,116 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $758,875 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $1,781 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $6,785 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $774,018 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $285,509 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $22,647 |
| 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 | $21,674 |
| Advertising and promotion | $18,196 |
| Office expenses | $35,982 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $29,513 |
| Travel | $0 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,650 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $72,934 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $604,279 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $307,212 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $368,333 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $30,000 |
| 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 | $6,175 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $1,514,157 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $2,225,877 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $10,527 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $10,527 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,896,954 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $318,396 |
| 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 | $2,225,877 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 10 grants that Downtown Aurora Visual Arts has recieved totaling $307,989.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Mile High United Way Inc Denver, CO PURPOSE: OTHER GRANT, DESIGNATION | $105,141 |
The Colorado Health Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: NURTURE HEALTHY MINDS | $55,000 |
Denver Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: THIS DONATION IS MADE ON BEHALF OF NANCY GARY. | $45,000 |
The Colorado Health Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: NURTURE HEALTHY MINDS | $40,200 |
Community First Foundation Arvada, CO PURPOSE: GENERAL PURPOSE | $17,593 |
Wc And Ej Thornton Foundation Denver, CO PURPOSE: ARTS SUPPORT | $15,000 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Mosaic Employee Welfare Benefit Plan Trust Omaha, NE | $7,371,640 | $16,223,052 |
Phoenix Painting Industry Trust Fund Phoenix, AZ | $8,745,449 | $4,690,569 |
Redline Denver, CO | $19,188,382 | $2,483,556 |
National Council On Education For The Ceramic Arts Boulder, CO | $3,277,590 | $1,203,112 |
Cherry Creek Arts Festival Denver, CO | $2,617,133 | $1,539,850 |
Art Association Of Jackson Hole Jackson, WY | $1,265,273 | $1,643,063 |
Foothills Art Center Inc Golden, CO | $2,162,133 | $1,395,944 |
Studio Arts Boulder Inc Boulder, CO | $3,831,022 | $2,254,756 |
Craft Lake City Salt Lake City, UT | $319,746 | $884,315 |
The Art Base Basalt, CO | $2,805,955 | $1,249,612 |
Turrell Art Foundation Flagstaff, AZ | $84,539,675 | $27,051,414 |
Lux Center For The Arts Lincoln, NE | $2,353,211 | $746,199 |