Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association

EIN: 363336499 501(c)(3)

Minneapolis, MN

Total Revenue
$313,512
Total Expenses
$397,257
Total Assets
$214,326
Net Assets
$184,811
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1979
Legal Domicile
MN
Principal Officer
Dale Gruber
Phone
6122168624
Tax Period
2024-10-01 to 2025-09-30

Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association, founded in 1979, is a small nonprofit that reported $314K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Expenses of $397K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 27% operating deficit.

Mission

To preserve and promote bluegrass and old-time stringband music in and around the state of Minnesota, honoring tradition and encouraging innovation.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $298,234 Revenue: $209,850

MBOTMA is a volunteer organization dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of American string band music. Four multi-day events were held this year. Events consist of performances by local and...

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MBOTMA is a volunteer organization dedicated to the enjoyment and preservation of American string band music. Four multi-day events were held this year. Events consist of performances by local and national acts, workshops, educational opportunities for aspiring players, and opportunities for amateur players to play together.

Program 2
Expenses: $29,665

Minnesota Bluegrass Magazine is a monthly magazine published by the Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association. It offers a comprehensive calendar of live music events and features stories of...

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Minnesota Bluegrass Magazine is a monthly magazine published by the Minnesota Bluegrass & Old-Time Music Association. It offers a comprehensive calendar of live music events and features stories of interest related to the organization's mission. It is a resource of music, playing, listening, and educational opportunities for our membership.

Program 3
Expenses: $7,588

MBOTMA offers membership opportunities to string band musicians in and around Minnesota with a number of membership benefits, including connection to a network of fellow musicians, advance booking to...

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MBOTMA offers membership opportunities to string band musicians in and around Minnesota with a number of membership benefits, including connection to a network of fellow musicians, advance booking to festivals, and a subscription to the Minnesota Bluegrass Magazine.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $86,265
Program Service Revenue $199,557
Investment Income $9,544
Other Revenue $18,146
TOTAL REVENUE $313,512

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $80,016
Fundraising Expenses $5,001
Program Expenses $335,487
Other Expenses $317,241
TOTAL EXPENSES $397,257

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $313,512 $312,786 +0.0%
Expenses $397,257 $381,466 +0.0%
Net Income $-83,745 $-68,680 +0.2%
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Grants to Organizations Grants to Individuals Lobbying Political Activity Foreign Activities Donor Advised Fund Schedule B Required
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Governance

Voting Members
10
Independent Members
10
Employees
N/A
Volunteers
150

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
5
$80,016
Total Directors
10
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Dale Gruber Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Edie Loy Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Rudolph Marti Director 3.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Nathan Ertl Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Evonne Bilotta-Burke Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Lucy Weberling Director 1.00
Director
$0 $0 $0
Penelope Hillemann President 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Brett Day Vice President 3.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Sophie Galep Secretary 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Russell Lane Treasurer 1.00
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
Ross Willits Executive Director 40.00
Officer
$80,016 $0 $80,016
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 $313,512 $397,257 $214,326 $-83,745
2024 $312,786 $381,466 $292,444 $-68,680
2023 $305,590 $301,065 $333,005 $4,525
2022 $378,486 $339,057 $325,538 $39,429
2021 $408,107 $257,225 $289,670 $150,882
2020 $149,730 $147,790 $147,067 $1,940
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