The Art League Inc
- Assets
- $1.2m
- Revenue
- $1.4m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 26
- Location
- Alexandria, VA
- Founding
- 10/1971
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 54-0833818
Organization Overview
The Art League Inc is located in Alexandria, VA. The organization was established in 1971. According to its NTEE Classification (A26) the organization is classified as: Arts & Humanities Councils & Agencies, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Art League Inc employed 26 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Art League Inc 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 06/2021, Art League Inc generated $1.4m in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 6 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (13.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.0m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (7.8%) per year over the past 6 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:
Part 3 - Line 1
WE DEVELOP THE ARTIST THROUGH EDUCATION, EXHIBITION AND A STIMULATING, SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
SCHOOL - OFFERS CLASSES IN THE MORNING, AFTERNOON, AND EVENING 7 DAYS/WEEK ACROSS FOUR 9-WEEK TERMS EACH YEAR, WITH SHORTER DURATION WORKSHOPS OFFERED BETWEEN TERMS. IN FY19-20, THE SCHOOL HAD 9,201 STUDENT ENROLLMENTS IN CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS (INCLUDING TRAVEL WORKSHOPS) AND 1,191 CHILD ENROLLEMENTS IN CAMPS. THE LEAGUE ENGAGED APPROXIMATELY 135 ARTIST INSTRUCTORS FOR THESE SESSIONS. CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC FOR THOSE WHO WISH TO EXPAND THEIR EDUCATION AND LEARN HOW TO CREATE ART. THE LEAGUE ALSO OPERATES A SMALL ART SUPPLY STORE TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH THE SUPPLIES AND TOOLS NEEDED IN THEIR CLASSES.
GALLERY - THE GALLERY ATTRACTS APPROXIMATELY 7,000 VISITORS/MONTH. IT IS OPEN 7 DAYS/WEEK OR 360 DAYS/YR AND PRESENTED 40 IN-HOUSE EXHIBITS IN FY19-20, FEATURING 3,400 ARTWORKS EXHIBITED. THERE WERE 18 MEMBERSHIP SHOWS, 1 STUDENT/FACULTY SHOW, 10 SOLO SHOWS, 11 BIN GALLERY EXHIBITS, PLUS 3 OFF-SITE EXHIBITS; AND 3 SPECIAL PROGRAMS (KING STREET ART FESTIVAL,POP-UP ACTIVITIES, DRAW-A-THON, ART FETE OPEN HOUSE AND DEMONSTRATIONS). IT HAS 900 EXHIBITING ARTIST MEMBERS.
OUTREACH - THE ART LEAGUE HAS VARIOUS OUTREACH PROGRAMS THAT ARE CENTERED AROUND USING THE VISUAL ARTS AS A CATALYST FOR COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, SOCIAL CONNECTION, PERSONAL ENRICHMENT AND EXPRESSIVE CATHARSIS. EVERY YEAR, TO BENEFIT THE LOCAL COMMUNITY, THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES ARTS PROGRAMMING FOR INJURED MILITARY PERSONNEL AND RETURNING VETS (IMPART) IN COLLABORATION WITH THE US MILITARY; AT-RISK GIRLS IN ALEXANDRIA (SOHO), IN COLLABORATION WITH THE CITY OF ALEXANDRIA'S COURT SERVICE UNIT; AND SCHOLARSHIPS AND SPECIAL PROGRAMMING FOR THE ECONOMICALLY, PHYSICALLY AND EMOTIONALLY-CHALLENGED IN OUR COMMUNITY.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Suzanne Bethel Executive Director | Officer | 40 | $96,450 |
Cynthia Lewis Secretary | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Nancy Fortwengler Board President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Harry Mahon Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Val Hawkins Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 2 | $0 |
Jonathan Wolcott Member At Large | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| 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 | $339,259 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $26,572 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $339,259 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $852,547 |
| Investment income | $21,463 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $98,454 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $55,480 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $1,385,812 |
| 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 | $733,751 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $29,584 |
| Other employee benefits | $44,923 |
| Payroll taxes | $56,041 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $114,140 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $431,588 |
| Advertising and promotion | $36,616 |
| Office expenses | $180,128 |
| Information technology | $13,540 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $281,352 |
| Travel | $0 |
| 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 | $35,503 |
| Insurance | $27,506 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,043,877 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $163,210 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $39,370 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $3,248 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $106,506 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $62,254 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $99,434 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $668,829 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $21,115 |
| Total assets | $1,163,966 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $78,653 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $496,482 |
| 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 | $393,639 |
| Total liabilities | $968,774 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | -$14,976 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $210,168 |
| 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 | $1,163,966 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that The Art League Inc has recieved totaling $10,402.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Act For Alexandria Alexandria, VA PURPOSE: PROGRAM SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $402 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $210,871 |
| Net Contributions | $19,522 |
| Other Expense | $20,225 |
| Ending Balance | $210,168 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Arts And Humanities Council Of Montgomery County In Silver Spring, MD | $1,619,347 | $6,596,599 |
Arts Memphis Memphis, TN | $27,136,198 | $4,849,435 |
Arts Council Incorporated Winston-Salem Arts Council Winstonsalem, NC | $15,705,377 | $2,746,354 |
North Carolina Humanities Council Charlotte, NC | $2,197,159 | $2,458,418 |
Arts Council Of Fayetteville Fayetteville, NC | $3,779,003 | $2,578,724 |
United Arts Council Of Raleigh And Wake County Inc Raleigh, NC | $1,299,106 | $2,647,753 |
The Art League Inc Alexandria, VA | $1,163,966 | $1,385,812 |
Durham Arts Council Inc Durham, NC | $657,218 | $2,110,368 |
West Virginia Humanities Council Inc Charleston, WV | $2,418,938 | $2,018,202 |
Howard County Arts Council Ellicott City, MD | $1,355,950 | $1,672,254 |
Lexarts Inc Lexington, KY | $1,309,442 | $1,460,251 |
Kentucky Humanities Council Inc University Of Kentucky Lexington, KY | $5,126,960 | $1,642,415 |