Gingold Theatrical Group
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To create theatre and theatre-related programs that promote the humanitarian ideals central to the work of activist playwright George Bernard Shaw, including universal human rights, the freedom of thought and speech, the equality of all living beings, and the responsibility of individuals to promote societal progress.
- Income
- $567,945
- Spending
- $513,053
- Spent on programs
- 81%
- Reserves
- 1.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 70%
- Employees
- 89
- Volunteers
- 139
- Highest pay
- $58,300, artistic dir.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Good: 75 out of 100. Higher than 48% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).
Reserves
10 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 1.5 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 12% of what it owns.
Living within its means
15 of 15Income exceeded spending by 10% of income.
Income trend
15 of 15Income rose 25% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1581% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 4 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 89 out of 100. Higher than 76% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).
Independent board
25 of 2511 of 12 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
7 of 7Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
Pay set independently
5 of 5Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.
Independent check of accounts
12 of 15Its accounts were reviewed or compiled by an independent accountant, but not audited.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (1)
- $416,257 spent. Gingold Theatrical Group (GTG), now in its 21st year, produces theatre and related programs that promote the humanitarian ideals of playwright George Bernard Shaw, including universal human rights, freedom of expression, equality, and individual responsibility in advancing societal progress. GTG believes in the power of inclusive, mission-driven storytelling to engage diverse audiences and foster civic dialogue.To date, GTG has produced 12 Off-Broadway productions, most recently Shaws PYGMALION, which was nominated at the 70th Drama Desk Awards. The production engaged over 4,000 patrons and employed more than 250 artists, designers, and technicians.In FY 202526, GTGs Speakers Corner new play development lab supported four new plays, employing 4 writers, 4 directors, 50 actors, 6 stage managers, and 4 assistants, with 270 attendees across workshop presentations.GTGs Project Shaw reading series presented four public readings, engaging 650 audience members and employing 65 actors, 8 stage managers, 4 directors, and 4 assistants. All readings and workshops are free and open to the public.GTG also maintained educational partnerships with 2 New York City high schools and 5 colleges, providing students with exposure to Shaws work and facilitating discussions on social justice through theatre. Additional programming included public discussions, symposia, and lectures held throughout the year.GTGs administrative office functions as a research and resource hub for artists, scholars, and activists working at the intersection of political theatre and social change.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since February 2008.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.
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