dA Center for the Arts

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Organization Details

Formation Year

1989

Legal Domicile

Principal Officer

Pablo Baler

Phone

9093979716

Tax Period

2023-01-01 to 2023-12-31

dA Center for the Arts, founded in 1989, is a small nonprofit that reported $755K in total revenue in fiscal year 2023. Revenue surged 56% from the prior year, signaling strong growth momentum. Expenses of $729K left a modest 3% surplus.

Mission

The mission of The dA Center for the Arts, a diverse, multi-discipline, non-profit organization, is to provide inclusive accessible, and equitable opportunities in all the arts for all ages and abilities in Pomona and beyond. The dA offers an inviting space for artists, musicians, poets, dancers, actors and community to learn and to have conversations that ignite possibilities and transformative shared experiences. The dA applies all art disciples in classrooms and community spaces to encourage all ages to be understanding, empathic, and creative citizens who are empowered to be advocates for the culture they want to see in their community.

Program Service Accomplishments

Program 1

Expenses: $408,093 Revenue: $490,956

The dAs ArtBridge Outreach is about creating programs that shift perceptions of art from exclusive to inclusive, prioritizing equitable art experiences for all, as well as inviting reflective and...

The dAs ArtBridge Outreach is about creating programs that shift perceptions of art from exclusive to inclusive, prioritizing equitable art experiences for all, as well as inviting reflective and real-time connections. We invite accessible conversations about visual arts, music, poetry, dance, theater, and film that ignite transformational and essential lifelong learning. Our equitable programs motivate listening, encouraging, and empowering all ages to be understanding, empathic, inclusive, and creative citizens for a better future. Our school year programs include:A.T.P., 4th and 6th Grade Locals and Legends, 6th Grade A.C.T., 678 Art Club, ArtWorks, Locals & Legends Workshops, Family Friday Nights, SDC TK - 3, Write Now & Poetry Out Loud, and De Colores.

Program 2

Expenses: $74,227

The dAs De Colores Program for ages 0 -5 will provide children with an educational and interactive puppetry, storytelling, music, movement, and art project program to motivate and strengthen 5...

The dAs De Colores Program for ages 0 -5 will provide children with an educational and interactive puppetry, storytelling, music, movement, and art project program to motivate and strengthen 5 developmental domains including physical health and wellbeing, social competence, emotional maturity, language and cognitive skills, communication skills and general knowledge known as Early Development Instrument (EDI).

Program 3

Expenses: $1,363

The dA Center for the Arts De Colores Program provides families with children ages 0 5 with an interactive, accessible , inclusive, and equitable puppet show music, movement, and art project program to motivate and strengthen the connections of parents with their children. The program prioritizes early childhood development activities. Each session will be held in a location that invites families to discover green spaces and will feature helpful resources for families in Pomona.Each gathering will have 7 components: 1) Greeting - a welcome in Spanish and English by an early childhood wellbeing advocate. 2) Puppet Story and Song time with The dA's Lola the Lion and the Goddess of Pomona 3) Sharing - Q & A about the story 4) Exercise - the Goddess will lead the attendees of all ages in movement and stretching 5) Hands on Art - everyone will be invited to explore an art project with a dA Artist 6) Closing Song - the Goddess will lead the attendees in thesong De Colores to close. 7) Parent Exchange an optional time in a safe platform for parents to list needs, strengthen the voice of parents and create a pipeline to community leadership opportunities. This program is presented in partnership with Healthy in Pomona, Peach, and Tri City Mental Health.

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

Financial Overview (2023)

Revenue Breakdown

Contributions & Grants $262,624

Program Service Revenue $490,956

Investment Income $0

Other Revenue $1,375

TOTAL REVENUE $754,955

Expense Breakdown

Grants Paid $0

Salaries & Benefits $529,524

Fundraising Expenses $3,933

Program Expenses $483,683

Other Expenses $199,892

TOTAL EXPENSES $729,416

Year-over-Year Comparison

	2023	2022	Change
Revenue	$754,955	$482,947	+0.6%
Expenses	$729,416	$452,347	+0.6%
Net Income	$25,539	$30,600	-0.2%

Key Indicators

✗ Grants to Organizations ✗ Grants to Individuals ✗ Lobbying ✗ Political Activity ✗ Foreign Activities ✗ Donor Advised Fund ✓ Schedule B Required

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Governance

Voting Members

Independent Members

Employees

Volunteers

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

Total Directors

Key Employees

Highest Compensated

reported

Name	Title	Hours/Week	Role	Reportable Comp	Other Comp	Total
Pablo Baler	President	10.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
Angelique Barnum	Treasurer	10.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
Maricela Rodarte	Secretary	5.00	Officer Director	$0	$0	$0
Margaret Aichele	Executive Dir.	40.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Anthony Bonner	Director	5.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Vincent Carpio	Director	5.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Julissa Espinoza	Director	5.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Tricia Manzo	Director	10.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
The Nagler Family	Director	5.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Martin Perez	Director	10.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Raul Pizarro	Director	5.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Mike Suarez	Director	10.00	Director	$0	$0	$0
Leticia Casillas-Sanchez	Director	10.00	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	No data	No data	No data	No data
2023	$754,955	$729,416	$75,325	$25,539
2022	$482,947	$452,347	$47,425	$30,600
2021	$438,929	$392,691	$81,110	$46,238
2020	$196,822	$219,738	$32,629	$-22,916
2020	$196,822	$219,738	$32,629	$-22,916
2019	$197,176	$189,272	$12,136	$7,904
2018	$106,722	$122,751	$4,437	$-16,029