STUDIO SCHOOL OF MUSIC

EIN: 464916791 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Richardson, TX

Total Revenue
$849,727
Total Expenses
$447,400
Total Assets
$1,574,841
Net Assets
$1,562,341
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2013
Legal Domicile
TX
Principal Officer
Jason Erby
Phone
9729577150
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

STUDIO SCHOOL OF MUSIC, founded in 2013, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $850K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. The organization ran a surplus of $402K, a strong 47% operating margin.

Mission

At The Studio School of Music, our mission is to inspire and empower individuals through the transformative power of music education. We believe that everyone deserves access to high-quality musical instruction, regardless of their background or financial circumstances. Our aim is to cultivate a vibrant and inclusive community where students of all ages can discover, develop, and express their musical talents, fostering a lifelong love and appreciation for music.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $437,400 Revenue: $24,000

Music Education Services: The Studio School of Music provides comprehensive music education to students of all ages through individual lessons, group classes, and ensemble programs. Our professional...

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Music Education Services: The Studio School of Music provides comprehensive music education to students of all ages through individual lessons, group classes, and ensemble programs. Our professional instructors offer instruction in various instruments including piano, guitar, voice, drums, and other musical instruments. The program serves over 75 students annually, providing high-quality musical instruction regardless of students' background or financial circumstances. Students develop musical skills, performance abilities, and lifelong appreciation for music. Many of our students have become self-sufficient musicians and music professionals. The program generates revenue through tuition and lesson fees, which directly support the organization's educational mission.

Program 2
Expenses: $8,000 Revenue: $0

Management and Administrative Support for Music Programs: The organization's management and administrative staff provide essential support services that directly enhance the delivery of music...

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Management and Administrative Support for Music Programs: The organization's management and administrative staff provide essential support services that directly enhance the delivery of music education programs. This includes program coordination, student enrollment management, scheduling of lessons and classes, maintenance of educational facilities and equipment, and oversight of educational quality standards. Staff members work to ensure optimal learning environments, coordinate student performances and recitals, and provide administrative support that enables instructors to focus on delivering high-quality music education. This administrative program component is essential to achieving the organization's educational mission and maintaining program excellence.

Program 3
Expenses: $2,000 Revenue: $0

Fundraising and Community Engagement Programs: The organization conducts fundraising events and community engagement activities that directly support and enhance its music education mission. These...

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Fundraising and Community Engagement Programs: The organization conducts fundraising events and community engagement activities that directly support and enhance its music education mission. These programs include the annual Feed the Need Gala and AYP (Annual Youth Program) events, which provide performance opportunities for students while raising funds to support educational programs. These events serve dual educational purposes by giving students real-world performance experience and community engagement opportunities while generating support for music education programs. Approximately 15% of staff time is dedicated to organizing these events, which create valuable learning experiences for students and strengthen community connections to music education.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $825,727
Program Service Revenue $24,000
Investment Income $0
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $849,727

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $378,000
Fundraising Expenses $0
Program Expenses $447,400
Other Expenses $69,400
TOTAL EXPENSES $447,400

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $849,727 $844,401 +0.0%
Expenses $447,400 $433,727 +0.0%
Net Income $402,327 $410,674 0.0%
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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
7
Independent Members
6
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
1
$156,000
Total Directors
6
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Jason Erby CEO 40
Officer
$78,000 $78,000 $156,000
Kelvin Harris Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Kathryn McNorton Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jamie Kowlessar Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Michelle Okyere Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Jackie Amos Board Member 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
Johnathan McNorton Board Member 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
2024 $849,727 $447,400 $1,574,841 $402,327
2023 $844,401 $433,727 $1,172,514 $410,674
2022 $794,401 $415,452 $787,913 $378,949
2021 $578,401 $415,012 $408,964 $163,389
2020 $422,717 $410,172 $245,574 $12,545
2019 $643,200 $410,172 $483,028 $233,028
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