Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts
- Assets
- $2.8m
- Revenue
- $4.5m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 72
- Location
- Baltimore, MD
- Founding
- 03/2005
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 90-0091850
Organization Overview
Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts is located in Baltimore, MD. The organization was established in 2005. 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 06/2021, Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts employed 72 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The 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 06/2021, Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts generated $4.5m 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 (3.7%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $4.3m during the year ending 06/2021. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (3.4%) per year over the past 6 years. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2015, Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts has awarded 174 individual grants totaling $2,329,720. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION & THE ARTS (BOPA) WAS CREATED IN 2002 WITH A MISSION TO MAKE BALTIMORE A MORE VIBRANT AND CREATIVE CITY. BOPA IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PRODUCING FESTIVALS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROMOTIONS THROUGHOUT BALTIMORE. BOPA AIMS TO NURTURE AND ADVANCE THE ARTS ON BEHALF OF ALL CITIZENS OF BALTIMORE AND THE REGION WITH PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES THAT INSPIRE THE ARTIST, BUILD A CREATIVE COMMUNITY, GENERATE A VIBRANT ECONOMY, SHOWCASE THE ARTS, MANAGE LANDMARK ATTRACTIONS AND DEVELOP NEW EVENTS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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CULTURAL AFFAIRS - AS BALTIMORE CITY'S ARTS COUNCIL, THE BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION & THE ARTS PROVIDES RESOURCES AND OPPORTUNITIES TO ARTISTS AND ARTIST ORGANIZATIONS TO CONTINUE TO MAKE BALTIMORE A CITY FOR THE ARTS.
ATTRACTIONS - THE BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION & THE ARTS MANAGES SEVERAL VENUES THAT ATTRACT BOTH TOURISTS AND LOCAL RESIDENTS OF BALTIMORE CITY.
EVENTS/FESTIVALS - THE BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION & THE ARTS PRODUCES HIGH-QUALITY SPECIAL EVENTS AND FESTIVALS THAT STIMULATE BALTIMORE COMMUNITIES ECONOMICALLY, ARTISTICALLY AND CULTURALLY.
FILM OFFICE- THE BALTIMORE OFFICE OF PROMOTION & THE ARTS SERVES AS THE OFFICIAL LIAISON BETWEEN PRODUCTION COMPANIES AND CITY AGENCIES, PROVIDING ACCESS TO CITY SERVICES AND EXPEDITED PERMITS FOR THE PURPOSE OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND AS LIAISON BETWEEN PRODUCTION COMPANIES AND BUSINESSES, CREW AND COMMUNITIES TO ULTIMATELY MARKET BALTIMORE AS A FIRST CLASS LOCATION FOR FILM PRODUCTION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Donna Drew Sawyer CEO | Officer | 35 | $166,340 |
Rosalind Healy Chief Of Staff (partial Year) | 10 | $128,418 | |
Brian Wentz Chief Financial Officer | Officer | 35 | $117,738 |
Kathleen Hornig COO (partial Year) | 10 | $111,504 | |
Jack Lewin Treasurer (partial Year) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jeffrey P Pillas Treasurer (partial Year) | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Marcum Llp Accounting | 6/29/20 | $184,968 |
Marcum Llp Accounting | 6/29/20 | $184,968 |
Pyrotecnico Fireworks Inc Pyrotechnics | 6/29/20 | $154,950 |
Finn Partners Communication & Marketing | 6/29/20 | $220,000 |
Marcum Llp Accounting | 6/29/20 | $184,968 |
Finn Partners Communication & Marketing | 6/29/20 | $220,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $3,682,515 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $291,765 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,974,280 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $278,408 |
| Investment income | $15,926 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $73,422 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $106,458 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $6,362 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $4,464,806 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $379,531 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $87,193 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $324,559 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $324,559 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $1,823,597 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $16,352 |
| Other employee benefits | $285,436 |
| Payroll taxes | $152,256 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $550 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $205,422 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $335,525 |
| Advertising and promotion | $73,587 |
| Office expenses | $50,594 |
| Information technology | $27,170 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $268,583 |
| Travel | $40 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $10,446 |
| Interest | $10,388 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $78,337 |
| Insurance | $32,925 |
| All other expenses | $90,784 |
| Total functional expenses | $4,253,275 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $210,811 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $61,838 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $167,526 |
| 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 | $31,369 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $519,183 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $1,415,616 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $361,805 |
| Total assets | $2,768,148 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $280,472 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $365,758 |
| 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 | $200,000 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $267,484 |
| Total liabilities | $1,113,714 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,146,292 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $508,142 |
| 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 | $2,768,148 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts has awarded $250,700 in support to 21 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CREATIVE BALTIMORE FUND, COMMUNITIES THRIVE | $42,400 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: ARTIST IN RESIDENCE | $35,000 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CREATIVE BALTIMORE FUND, ARTISTS IN RESIDENCE, FREE FALL BALTIMORE & COMMUNITIES THRIVE | $18,500 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CREATIVE BALTIMORE FUND, ARTIST IN RESIDENCE | $14,000 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CREATIVE BALTIMORE FUND, FREE FALL BALTIMORE & COMMUNITIES THRIVE | $12,900 |
Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: FREE FALL BALTIMORE & COMMUNITIES THRIVE | $11,200 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 5 grants that Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts has recieved totaling $106,607.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Municipal Employees Credit Union Of Baltimore Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTION | $50,000 |
Baltimore Community Foundation Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT AND VARIOUS PROJECTS | $39,096 |
Nora Roberts Foundation Inc Glenn Dale, MD PURPOSE: OPERATIONS | $10,000 |
Baltimore Heritage Area Association Inc Baltimore, MD PURPOSE: TO BENEFIT PROGRAMS, ORGANIZATIONS, AND HISTORIC SITES WITHIN THE BALTIMORE NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA | $7,500 |
Amazonsmile Foundation Seattle, WA PURPOSE: GENERAL SUPPORT | $11 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Artsquest Bethlehem, PA | $46,615,180 | $27,430,533 |
Lincoln Park Performing Arts Center Midland, PA | $37,610,958 | $11,880,429 |
Clay Center For The Arts & Sciences Of West Virginia Inc Charleston, WV | $104,991,627 | $9,740,232 |
Coalition To Salute Americas Heroes Foundation Leesburg, VA | $3,573,595 | $8,478,376 |
African American Cultural Center Pittsburgh, PA | $15,275,830 | $8,128,417 |
Baltimore Office Of Promotion And The Arts Baltimore, MD | $2,768,148 | $4,464,806 |
Boris Lurie Art Foundation Wilmington, DE | $0 | $786,286 |
One Common Unity Inc Washington, DC | $667,542 | $2,484,423 |
Sitar Arts Center Washington, DC | $12,189,332 | $3,951,154 |
Multicultural Community Family Services Inc Upper Darby, PA | $617,484 | $2,120,656 |
Rivers Of Steel Heritage Corporation Homestead, PA | $6,978,664 | $2,016,584 |
National Council For The Traditional Arts Silver Spring, MD | $1,116,811 | $2,051,101 |