East Lake Expression Engine is located in Chattanooga, TN. The organization was established in 2016. According to its NTEE Classification (A68) the organization is classified as: Music, under the broad grouping of Arts, Culture & Humanities and related organizations. As of 12/2022, East Lake Expression Engine employed 37 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. East Lake Expression Engine 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, East Lake Expression Engine generated $209.7k in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 4 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 11.3% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $219.4k during the year ending 12/2021. While expenses have increased by 18.6% per year over the past 4 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
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
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EAST LAKE EXPRESSION ENGINE IS AN AFTER-SCHOOL AND SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAM THAT SEEKS TO DEVELOP THE CREATIVITY, DISCIPLINE, PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS, SOCIAL SKILLS, AND SPIRITUAL MATURITY OF ITS STUDENTS THROUGH MUSICAL INSTRUCTION AND COLLABORATION IN A GOSPEL-CENTERED ENVIRONMENT.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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EAST LAKE EXPRESSION ENGINE IS AN AFTER-SCHOOL AND SUMMER MUSIC PROGRAM THAT SEEKS TO DEVELP THE CREATIVITY, DISCIPLINE, PROBLEM SOLVING SKILLS, SOCIAL SKILLS, AND SPIRITUAL MATURITY OF ITS STUDENTS THROUGH MUSICAL INSTRUCTION AND COLLABORATION IN A GOSPEL-CENTERED ENVIRONMENT.
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Carlos Betancourt Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Janelle Drake Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Naomi Emmett Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Greg Davick Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Jason Bowers President | Officer | 1 | $0 |
Kelly Stultz Secretary | Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $205,603 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| 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 | $209,735 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| 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 to disqualified persons | $176,303 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $13,477 |
| Fees for services: Management | $1,880 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $2,715 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $1,706 |
| Office expenses | $4,595 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $255 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $319 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,159 |
| Insurance | $1,444 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $219,445 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $12,104 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $20,571 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| 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 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $20,571 |