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Fresno Community Chorus Inc

EIN 27-0976194 · Fresno, CA

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong90 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Fresno Community Chorus, Inc, is composed of the total group of singers in the chorus. The organization has been incorporated as a non-profit corporation with a governing Board of Diretors currently composed of 13 members and 2 members at large. In accordance with the by-laws of the corporation, the 13 members of the Board are selected as follows: 4 members are "Section Leaders". each leading 1 of the 4 sections of the chorus. These members are appointed by the Music Director of the chorus who is an ex-oficio, non-voting member of the Board; 8 members are elected by the singers for a 2 year term. Therms are staggered. One member, the Treasurer, is appointed by the remaining Board members since the position requires skills that may not be found within the chorus singers. All 13 of the current Board of Directors are active members in the chorus. The singers in al five ensembles of the Fresno Community Chorus performed this season.

Income
$194,285
Spending
$173,431
Reserves
8.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 75%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 90 out of 100. Higher than 73% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 8.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 1% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 11% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2026, 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 June 30, 2026, 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 (8)
  1. "Visions of Hope" Nov 2, 2025 at 2:30pm. Performed at University Presbyterian Church, 1776 E Roberts Ave., Fresno, CA. Coro Solare, the afternoon ensemble of Fresno Community Chorus of 95 singers, presented a single performance celebrating the spirit of hope. A string quintet plus piano accompanied the singers. The concert was presented free to the community. A free will offering was taken, $644 was collected.
  2. $35,519 spent. "We Are Phoenix" Nov 16, 2025 at 2:30pm. Performed at Clovis Performing Arts Center (Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall), Fresno, CA 93730. The Fresno Master Chorale (158 singers) presented a single performance of Handel's "Israel in Egypt". A full orchestra plus keyboard accompanied the ensemble. Tickets were $25. Tickets for $5 were available to student groups. Complimentary tickets were provided to those with financial hardship.
  3. $4,772 spent. "Suddenly With the Angels" Dec 7,2025 at 2:30pm, 4:30pm. Performed at St Anne's Chapel, 1550 N Fresno St, Fresno, Ca 93703. Coro Piccolo (64 singers) performed sacred music of the Christmas season in two afternoon concerts. A string quartet plus piano accompanied the singers. tickets were $20.
  4. "Unity Fresno Festival Concert" Feb 14, 2016 1:00pm. Performed at Roosevelt School of the Arts/Audra McDonald Theater, 4250 E Tulare Ave., Fresno, CA 93727. Collaborating with Fresno County Office of Education in this annual event;elementary, middle school, and high school choral groups had a chance to work with conductor and clinician Dr. Derrick Fox in a festival setting. The culminating event was a mass choir presentation. The event was free to the public.
  5. $42,023 spent. "Israel in Egypt", April 19, 2026, 2:30pm. Performed at Clovis Performing Arts Center (Paul Shaghoian Concert Hall), Fresno, CA 93730. Master Chorale (162 singers) presented a single performance of "Israel in Egypt" by GF Handel. A visual presentation of the text of the music was displayed. A full orchestra plus keyboard accompanied the ensemble. Tickets were $25. Tickets for $5 were available to student groups. Complementary tickets were provided to those with financial hardship.
  6. "Come Travel With Me", May 3, 2026, 2:30pm. Performed at University Presbyterian Church, 1776 E Roberts Ave., Fresno, CA. Coro Solare, the afternoon ensemble of Fresno Community Chorus of 94 singers, presented a single performance about the freedom of travel. A string quartet plus piano accompanied the singers. The concert was presented free to the community. A free will offering was taken and $501 was collected.
  7. $281 spent. "Weather: Stand the Storm", "Romancero Gitano", May 10, 2026. 2:30pm. Performed at Hope Lutheran Church, Fresno, CA. Coro Piccolo (60 singers) performed Rollo Dilworth's "Weather: Stand the Storm". On the same concert, Quintus with Altissima (12 singers) performed "Romancero Gitano". Tickets were $20.
  8. Miscellaneous Quintus and Altissima singers performed various programs throughout the year.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending June 30, 2026, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. 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 October 13, 2026.

  2. 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 October 13, 2026.

  3. 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 October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending June 2026.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since January 2010.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. 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 21, 2026.

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