Atlantic County Symphonic Band Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
To offer a community/county- based Symphonic Band which would give amateur, semi-professional, and professional musicians a place to continue playing in an organized Symphonic/Concert band setting.
- Income
- $32,677
- Spending
- $42,394
- Reserves
- 1.7 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 84%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ 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)
- $36,741 spent. The Atlantic Pops was originally formed as the Atlantic County Symphonic Band in 1997 under the direction ofretired Mainland Band Director K. Michael Skwarlo. The group was formed to provide an outlet as well ascamaraderie for area musicians of all ages.In 1999, the band changed their name to The Atlantic Pops and in 2003, EHT Band Director Mark Kadetskyassumed the Music Director post. Through the years and regardless of name or director, The Pops exists to addto the cultural landscape in Atlantic County. In addition, all of the group's efforts are geared towards helping others through benefit concerts as well as providing scholarships and lessons to area musicians.The Pops is pleased to be the Ensemble in Residence at the Cygnus Creative Arts Centre, a title they have heldsince 2010. For more information visit then on FB Atlantic Pops Community Band or at www.atlanticpops.comPromoting Accessibility for People with Disabilities:Atlantic Pops only uses facilities that comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act regulations and standards.Parking for the physically disabled and easy access ramps is provided. Seating for people using wheelchairs is available in a manner that allows seating with their family or friends. Hearing amplifiers, for the hearing impaired, are provided at no cost.
Source: Form 990EZ 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? Worth knowing.
Status was revoked on May 15, 2015 for not filing returns for three years, and reinstated on May 15, 2015.
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 September 2015.
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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