DALLAS FILM SOCIETY INC

EIN: 204849503 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Dallas, TX

Total Revenue
$454,327
Total Expenses
$472,008
Total Assets
$65,234
Net Assets
$-38,866
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2006
Legal Domicile
TX
Principal Officer
Beth Wilbins
Phone
2147200555
Tax Period
2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

DALLAS FILM SOCIETY INC, founded in 2006, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $454K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024.

Mission

Dallas Film Society's mission is to celebrate films and their impact on society, to honor filmmakers and recognize their achievements and contributions to enhancing the creative community and to provide educational programs to develop a better understanding of the role of film in today's world and to promote the City of Dallas and its commitment to the art of filmmaking.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $375,076 Revenue: $419,287

Founded in 2006, the Dallas Film Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization sustained by more than 20,000 supporters, volunteers, corporations, grants, and individual donors. We lead multiple...

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Founded in 2006, the Dallas Film Society is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization sustained by more than 20,000 supporters, volunteers, corporations, grants, and individual donors. We lead multiple educational initiatives to mentor excellence in film, television and digital media. And we proudly support filmmakers, theatres and film organizations locally and globally. The Dallas International Film Festival is held annually. During the Film Festival, Dallas comes together to celebrate film and filmmakers. The Dallas International Film Festival has become the place for storytellers and audiences to connect and experience film as a community. and experience film as a community. Since its founding, the Dallas Film Society has screened more than 2,500 widely diverse new films from more than 100 countries, provided more than $1.1 million in awards, hosted nearly 100,000 filmgoers and filmmakers, and provided educational experiences for thousands of Dallas area students.

Program 2
Expenses: $3,971 Revenue: $0

DIFF INSIDE FILM is an educational talk series featuring film screenings followed by conversations with directors, producers, screenwriters, actors, and other film industry professionals. Working...

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DIFF INSIDE FILM is an educational talk series featuring film screenings followed by conversations with directors, producers, screenwriters, actors, and other film industry professionals. Working with our established network of educators throughout North Texas, the screenings are offered to students at no charge. The DIFF INSIDE FILM program is designed to give students first-hand access to insights from film industry insiders to guide their path toward career success in film-related professions. The series features guest speakers and panelists with international, national, regional and local filmmaking backgrounds and experiences. Screenings and Q&As are curated and moderated by DIFF Artistic Director James Faust, who has provided programming leadership to the Dallas International Film Festival since its inception.

Program 3
Expenses: $31,339 Revenue: $35,033

The DIFF SHORTS Film Festival is a dedicated celebration of short-form storytelling and cinematic innovation. It serves as a global platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase...

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The DIFF SHORTS Film Festival is a dedicated celebration of short-form storytelling and cinematic innovation. It serves as a global platform for emerging and established filmmakers to showcase diverse perspectives in a compact, high-impact format. The festival typically features around 12 to 14 themed blocks showcasing over 80 films, ranging from student works to professional productions. The lineup includes narrative shorts, documentaries, animated films, music videos, and horror/late-night thrills. Beyond screenings, the event includes Q&A sessions, industry panels, filmmaker receptions, and daily red carpets to foster connections between creators and the community.

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Liquidity (40%) • Solvency (30%) • Sustainability (20%) • Efficiency (10%)

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $276,675
Program Service Revenue $177,645
Investment Income $7
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $454,327

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $182,539
Fundraising Expenses $35,277
Program Expenses $410,386
Other Expenses $289,469
TOTAL EXPENSES $472,008

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $454,327 $454,394 0.0%
Expenses $472,008 $461,736 +0.0%
Net Income $-17,681 $-7,342 +1.4%
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Governance

Voting Members
12
Independent Members
11
Employees
1
Volunteers
100

Governance Policies

Conflict of Interest Policy
Whistleblower Policy
Document Retention Policy

Special Practices & Reported Activities

Operated a School
Operated a Hospital
Provided First Class Travel
Reported Conflict of Interest
Reported Asset Diversion
Excess Benefit Transaction
Made Political Expenditures
Engaged in Lobbying
Operated Donor Advised Fund
Maintained Art Collections
Filed Form 720

Compensation of Officers, Directors & Key Employees

Total Officers
4
$100,000
Total Directors
12
$100,000
Key Employees
1
$100,000
Highest Compensated
1
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Beth Wilbins Chief Executive Officer & Board Member 40
Officer Director Key Emp Highest
$100,000 $0 $100,000
Tom Cawthra Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Damany Daniel Vice Chair 4
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Mark Denesuk Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Scott Eustace Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lisa Gallerano Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Mary Hatcher Board Treasurer 4
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Adam Hilkemann Board Secretary 4
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Brandon Jones Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lynn Lewis Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michael Mayberry Board Chair 4
Director
$0 $0 $0
Rachel Salinas Director 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Note: Compensation data is self-reported by the organization on their Form 990. "Reportable Comp" includes salary, bonuses, and other reportable compensation from the organization and related organizations. "Other Comp" includes benefits, deferred compensation, and non-taxable benefits.

Historical Data

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Net Income
2025 $454,327 $472,008 $65,234 $-17,681
2024 No data No data No data No data
2023 $432,873 $390,952 $128,493 $41,921
2022 $178,149 $280,265 $79,523 $-102,116
2021 $315,715 $470,883 $221,138 $-155,168
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