COLORADO YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ASSOCIATION

EIN: 742342776 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Denver, CO

Total Revenue
$212,942
Total Expenses
$252,398
Total Assets
$100,278
Net Assets
$100,278
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Organization Details

Formation Year
1988
Legal Domicile
CO
Principal Officer
Shawn Coleman
Phone
3039976723
Tax Period
2024-07-01 to 2025-06-30

COLORADO YOUTH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA ASSOCIATION, founded in 1988, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $213K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue decreased 14% compared to the prior year. Expenses of $252K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 19% operating deficit.

Mission

CYSO is a nonprofit, nondiscriminatory organization that brings together Colorado youth of all ages to participate in an affordable, educational, professionally directed program which provides orchestral ensembles appropriate to student age and skill levels in order to foster musical understanding, social growth, self-esteem, and a lifelong love of music.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $137,618 Revenue: $81,372

ORCHESTRAS, WIND AND STRING ENSEMBLES: PHILHARMONIA: This orchestra consists of students at the beginning and intermediate level and focuses on music education as well as basic and intermediate...

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ORCHESTRAS, WIND AND STRING ENSEMBLES: PHILHARMONIA: This orchestra consists of students at the beginning and intermediate level and focuses on music education as well as basic and intermediate techniques. The Philharmonia includes string and wind instruments. SYMPHONY: This is a full symphony orchestra comprised of CYSO's most advanced students. WIND ENSEMBLE: Winds and brass from both the Philharmonia and the Symphony combine each week for a one hour rehearsal. Fundamentals of wind and brass playing are emphasized. SPECTRUM ENSEMBLE: This small ensemble, comprised of some of the Symphony's most advanced string players provides the opportunity to learn a large range of additional repertoire. Rehearsals take place approximately once a week.

Program 2
Expenses: $34,065 Revenue: $0

OUTREACH PROGRAM NO COST TO SCHOOLS: With the shortage of public school music programs, CYSO Outreach gives many children their first experience playing an instrument, and teaches discipline...

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OUTREACH PROGRAM NO COST TO SCHOOLS: With the shortage of public school music programs, CYSO Outreach gives many children their first experience playing an instrument, and teaches discipline, creativity, teamwork, respect for achievement, and an appreciation of excellence. We currently have 13 outreach programs in the public schools throughout the Denver Metro area. We provide all the instruments, books, repairs, and excellent teaching staff at no cost to the student or school. We have approximately 650 kids in our outreach program.

Program 3
Expenses: $23,499 Revenue: $30,040

MUSIC CAMPS PROGRAM: CHAMBER MUSIC CAMP: This one-week day camp is open to beginning to advanced string and wind students ages 7 to 19. The students rehearse and perform in small ensembles including...

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MUSIC CAMPS PROGRAM: CHAMBER MUSIC CAMP: This one-week day camp is open to beginning to advanced string and wind students ages 7 to 19. The students rehearse and perform in small ensembles including string groups, woodwind quintets, flute choir, clarinet choir and brass groups. Professional coaching for each ensemble is provided by Colorado Symphony members and music faculty from Colorado Universities. The week culminates in a final recital performed by the students. INSTRUMENTAL BOOT CAMP: This one-week day camp allows students to improve all the fundamentals: vibrato, counting, intonation, string crossings, and bow technique. We cover everything. The student will return to school ready to win that chair test (and back to CYSO with a higher chair or orchestra placement). Students will play with confidence and beautiful fundamental playing skills.

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $84,727
Program Service Revenue $128,177
Investment Income $38
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $212,942

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $4,725
Salaries & Benefits $187,577
Fundraising Expenses $1,685
Program Expenses $201,582
Other Expenses $60,096
TOTAL EXPENSES $252,398

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $212,942 $247,599 -0.1%
Expenses $252,398 $226,615 +0.1%
Net Income $-39,456 $20,984 -2.9%
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Governance

Voting Members
18
Independent Members
18
Employees
35
Volunteers
310

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
$0
Total Directors
18
$0
Key Employees
0
$0
Highest Compensated
0
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
SHAWN COLEMAN PRESIDENT 5
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
LINDA SHEA VICE PRESIDENT 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
PATRICK GONZALEZ TREASURER 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
KAYVAN KHALATBARI SECRETARY 2
Officer Director
$0 $0 $0
SILVER AINOMAE BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
OBE ARISS BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
LARA CERVANTES BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
MARIA CREAVIN BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
VIRGIL DICKERSON BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
JEROME FLEG BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
MICHAEL FORTNEY BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
TOM HAGERMAN BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
GREGORY HARPER BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
SHAWN HAUSER BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
JOE MEGYESY BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
KIMBERLY PATTERSON BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
ELIZABETH WELLINGTON BOARD MEMBER 1
Director
$0 $0 $0
STEPHANIE ZELNICK 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
2025 $212,942 $252,398 $100,278 $-39,456
2024 $247,599 $226,615 $139,734 $20,984
2023 $226,875 $217,329 $118,750 $9,546
2022 $247,926 $226,284 $109,209 $21,642
2021 $167,740 $161,281 $116,106 $6,459
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