RIPPLE PRODUCTIONS

EIN: 861081027 501(c)(3) Arts, Culture & Humanities

Seattle, WA

Total Revenue
$248,443
Total Expenses
$443,544
Total Assets
$294,747
Net Assets
$-205,286
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Organization Details

Formation Year
2013
Legal Domicile
WA
Principal Officer
Erin Brindley
Phone
2067905166
Tax Period
2024-01-01 to 2024-12-31

RIPPLE PRODUCTIONS, founded in 2013, is a small nonprofit in the Arts, Culture & Humanities sector that reported $248K in total revenue in fiscal year 2024. Revenue surged 311% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $444K exceeded revenue, resulting in a 79% operating deficit.

Mission

With a commitment to new and innovative storytelling, Ripple Productions seeks to push the boundaries of collaboration by integrating the performing, visual, and culinary arts.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1
Expenses: $29,663 Revenue: $12,700

Introducing our newest programming, our immersive concept Nebula, we produced a one-night event at the Pacific Science Center featuring five actors, a filmmaker, and multiple visual artists exploring...

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Introducing our newest programming, our immersive concept Nebula, we produced a one-night event at the Pacific Science Center featuring five actors, a filmmaker, and multiple visual artists exploring the science and mythology of dreams.

Program 2
Expenses: $138,555 Revenue: $143,291

Ghosts of Nebula, a site specific immersive theatrical event at the historic Georgetown Steamplant, ran for 11 performances, employing 12 actors, 3 visual artists, and 8 designers. With an audience...

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Ghosts of Nebula, a site specific immersive theatrical event at the historic Georgetown Steamplant, ran for 11 performances, employing 12 actors, 3 visual artists, and 8 designers. With an audience of over 2000 guests, this production reconnected Ripple Productions with Seattle after two years of rebuilding post-covid.

Program 3
Expenses: $55,637 Revenue: $0

Research and development of the online and interactive elements of the Nebula story. Working with augmented reality, (AR) and game developers to integrate multi-platform and accessible storytelling...

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Research and development of the online and interactive elements of the Nebula story. Working with augmented reality, (AR) and game developers to integrate multi-platform and accessible storytelling to be launched in 2026.

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

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Financial Overview (2024)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $61,135
Program Service Revenue $160,500
Investment Income $26,808
Other Revenue $0
TOTAL REVENUE $248,443

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0
Salaries & Benefits $199,145
Fundraising Expenses $1,125
Program Expenses $223,855
Other Expenses $243,274
TOTAL EXPENSES $443,544

Year-over-Year Comparison

2024 2023 Change
Revenue $248,443 $60,509 +3.1%
Expenses $443,544 $278,486 +0.6%
Net Income $-195,101 $-217,977 -0.1%
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Governance

Voting Members
9
Independent Members
9
Employees
14
Volunteers
15

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
2
$130,706
Total Directors
8
$0
Key Employees
2
$130,706
Highest Compensated
2
reported
Name Title Hours/Week Role Reportable Comp Other Comp Total
Terry Joe Podgorski co-Executive Artistic Director 40
Officer Key Emp Highest
$69,672 $0 $69,672
Erin Marie Brindley co-Executive Artistic Director 30
Officer Key Emp Highest
$61,034 $0 $61,034
Mandi Bussell Board Member 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Alan Davidoff Board Member 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Barbara Davidoff Interim Board President 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Scott Feldman Treasurer 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Tom Hajduk Board Member 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Pauline Zeestraten Board Member 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Chris Wyman Board Member 0.5
Director
$0 $0 $0
Corinne Smith Board Member 0.5
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 $248,443 $443,544 $294,747 $-195,101
2022 $1,116,583 $1,430,970 $743,064 $-314,387
2021 $1,619,078 $998,510 $1,063,009 $620,568
2020 $582,409 $647,627 $189,176 $-65,218
2019 $980,603 $1,031,017 $42,976 $-50,414
2018 $853,115 $835,683 $79,095 $17,432
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