Djerassi Resident Artists Program
- Assets
- $5.9m
- Revenue
- $1.2m
- Investments
- $2.1m
- Employees
- 15
- Location
- Woodside, CA
- Founding
- 07/1999
- Data as of
- 12/2021
- EIN
- 94-6115995
Organization Overview
Djerassi Resident Artists Program is located in Woodside, CA. The organization was established in 1999. According to its NTEE Classification (A25) the organization is classified as: Arts Education, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2021, Djerassi Resident Artists Program employed 15 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Djerassi Resident Artists Program 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, Djerassi Resident Artists Program generated $1.2m 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 (7.1%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $1.5m 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
THE MISSION OF THE DJERASSI RESIDENT ARTISTS PROGRAM IS TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE THE CREATIVITY OF ARTISTS BY PROVIDING UNINTERRUPTED TIME FOR WORK, REFLECTION, AND COLLEGIAL INTERACTION IN A SETTING OF GREAT NATURAL BEAUTY, AND TO PRESERVE THE LAND ON WHICH THE PROGRAM IS SITUATED.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
THE DJERASSI RESIDENT ARTISTS PROGRAM HAS PROVIDED OVER 2,200 ARTIST RESIDENCIES, AND CURRENTLY SERVES APPROXIMATELY 70-80 ARTISTS EACH YEAR ALL FREE OF CHARGE. IT IS THE LARGEST ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAM IN THE WESTERN UNITED STATES AND CONSIDERED AMONG THE BEST IN THE COUNTRY. EACH YEAR DOZENS OF ARTISTS FROM ACROSS THE UNITED STATES, AND AROUND THE WORLD, TRAVEL TO THE OPEN HILLSIDES AND DEEP REDWOOD FORESTS OF SMIP RANCH TO TAKE INSPIRATION FROM THE BEAUTIFUL SURROUNDINGS AND SEEK REFUGE FROM THE DISTRACTIONS OF THE WORLD TO CONCENTRATE ON THEIR CREATIVE PROJECTS. WHILE IN RESIDENCE, THE ARTISTS WORK IN PEACEFUL ISOLATION WITHIN A SUPPORTIVE COMMUNITY OF OTHER ARTISTS AND PROGRAM STAFF. PARTICIPANTS THRIVE ON THE INTELLECTUAL STIMULATION AND THE COLLEGIAL INTERACTION IN THIS INTIMATE ARTIST COMMUNITY.
THE ORGANIZATION HAS A ROBUST, MISSION-DRIVEN EARNED INCOME PROGRAM THAT INCLUDES DAY-LONG PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SCULPTURE TOURS AND ONE-WEEK ARTS-RELATED WORKSHOPS AND RETREATS FOR WRITERS, MEDIA ARTISTS, PHOTOGRAPHERS, DANCERS, AND VISUAL ARTISTS. DJERASSI ALUMNI ACT AS WORKSHOP LEADERS AND SELECT STUDENTS VIA AN APPLICATION PROCESS. ARTIST GATHERINGS OF ONE-TWO DAYS HAVE INCLUDED GROUPS OF PLAYWRIGHTS, CHOREOGRAPHERS, VISUAL ARTISTS, AND MUSIC COMPOSERS. SCULPTURE TOURS ARE TAILORED TO HIGHLIGHT THE ENVIRONMENTAL/PRESERVATION COMPONENT OF OUR MISSION AND SERVE APPROXIMATELY 700 LOCAL RESIDENTS, STUDENTS, AND VISITORS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Laura Phelps Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Alexander Djerassi V Chair & In Ed | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Shara Mays Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Anna Sidana Board Chair | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Michelle Bravin Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Dale Djerassi Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Marcelle Hinand Consulting | 12/30/21 | $147,487 |
Marni Corbett Consulting Consulting | 12/30/21 | $100,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $16,500 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $423,361 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $265,394 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $44,898 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $705,255 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $12,144 |
| Investment income | $403,374 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $95,354 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,216,127 |
| 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 | $375,987 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $67,139 |
| Payroll taxes | $34,834 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $110,038 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $28,957 |
| Fees for services: Other | $427,034 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $54,952 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $13,861 |
| 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 | $216,494 |
| Insurance | $25,127 |
| All other expenses | $48,018 |
| Total functional expenses | $1,509,610 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $267,354 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $70,013 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $331,377 |
| 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 | $82,334 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $3,040,261 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $2,064,652 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $14,912 |
| Total assets | $5,870,903 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $56,219 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $37,264 |
| 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 | $15,661 |
| Total liabilities | $109,144 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $4,215,906 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $1,545,853 |
| 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 | $5,870,903 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that Djerassi Resident Artists Program has recieved totaling $146,855.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
William & Flora Hewlett Foundation Menlo Park, CA PURPOSE: FOR GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $60,000 |
Shelby Cullom Davis Charitable Fund Inc Wilmington, DE PURPOSE: GENERAL & UNRESTRICTED | $25,000 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: ARTS, CULTURE & HUMANITIES | $19,850 |
The Zellerbach Family Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: COMMUNITY ARTS COVID RESPONSE GRANT | $15,000 |
Ford Family Foundation Roseburg, OR PURPOSE: NATIONAL RESIDENCY PROGRAM | $14,000 |
Swig Foundation San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE RESIDENCY EXPERIENCE FOR ARTISTS OF SUPERIOR TALENT FROM A DIVERSE RANGE OF BACKGROUNDS AND GEOGRAPHICAL LOCATIONS. | $5,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $1,545,853 |
| Earnings | $203,356 |
| Admin Expense | $20,294 |
| Other Expense | $183,062 |
| Ending Balance | $1,545,853 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Artnow Fondation San Francisco, CA | $0 | $214,158 |
Lazy Mf Trust Irvine, CA | $2,742,949 | $392,168 |
Thru Guidance Ministries Los Angeles, CA | $2,841,551 | $7,857,035 |
Inner-City Arts Los Angeles, CA | $18,610,203 | $5,566,146 |
House Of Blues Music Forward Foundation Beverly Hills, CA | $3,094,278 | $3,522,048 |
School Of Arts And Culture At Mhp San Jose, CA | $8,721,548 | $4,861,362 |
Wayne Thiebaud Foundation Sacramento, CA | $135,503,481 | $2,669,000 |
California Jazz Conservatory Inc Berkeley, CA | $7,248,479 | $2,565,384 |
Arts For Healing And Justice Network Long Beach, CA | $3,982,925 | $3,271,300 |
Youth Music Project West Linn, OR | $1,663,643 | $2,050,654 |
Djerassi Resident Artists Program Woodside, CA | $5,870,903 | $1,216,127 |
Ecole Claire Fontaine Venice, CA | $713,103 | $1,915,920 |