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Oklahoma Visual Arts Coaliton Inc

EIN 73-1328072 · Oklahoma City, OK

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair54 out of 100GovernanceStrong100 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Oklahoma Visual Arts Coalition grows and develops Oklahomas visual arts community through education, promotion, connection, and funding.

Income
$716,326
Spending
$771,112
Spent on programs
84%
Reserves
3 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 73%
Employees
4
Volunteers
133

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 54 out of 100. Higher than 22% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    20 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 3.0 months of spending.

  • Debt

    10 of 20

    It owes 32% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    4 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 13% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    84% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 12 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 100 out of 100. Higher than 95% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    10 of 10 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 (5)
  1. $144,591 spent. Community Arts Development and Advocacy OVAC advances public participation in and appreciation for the visual arts through exhibitions, publications, digital resources, and community engagement initiatives that connect artists with audiences across Oklahoma. Programs include Art Focus magazine, exhibitions such as Member Show and MOMENTUM, a monthly newsletter, and ovac.org. In FY25, Art Focus highlighted the work of 75 artists and 22 contributing writers, reaching a readership of more than 10k through print and online distribution. The two-day MOMENTUM exhibition showcased the work of 46 Oklahoma artists ages 30 and under, connecting emerging artists with an audience of nearly 700 visitors. The OVAC Member Show featured work by 76 artists and reached an audience of more than 2,300. OVACs website and digital resources connected more than 50k artists and arts audiences with statewide visual arts news, events, and opportunities.
  2. $196,780 spent. Economic Investment OVAC provides vital financial resources and income-generating opportunities that help artists strengthen and expand their creative practices while contributing to Oklahomas cultural vitality. In FY25, OVAC awarded $67,225 to 43 artists to support creative business development, continuing education, and the creation of new works. Through a partnership with the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, the Thrive Grants program awarded $60,000 to support 180 artists in producing large-scale, collaborative community arts projects that were free and accessible to the public, collectively serving audiences of nearly 3,000 people. Artists also earned income through awards, honoraria, and sales commissions connected to OVAC exhibitions, publications, and public programs.
  3. $202,961 spent. Artist Professional Development In FY25, OVAC equipped more than 1,600 artists with free or low-cost educational and skill- building opportunities designed to strengthen professional practices and expand access to career resources. The Artist Entrepreneur and Artist Survival Kit programs provided training in financial literacy, contracts, copyright law, marketing, pricing, taxes, and exhibition preparation. Art Crit Nights fostered dialogue between artists and curators, helping artists refine their artwork and how they communicate about their practice. Through Photo Studio and Office Hours, artists received individualized support and access to professional tools, including high-quality portfolio photography and one-on-one consultations that help artists prepare for exhibitions, grants, and other professional opportunities. OVACs Membership program further connected artists to resources, services, and networking opportunities that support ongoing artistic and professional growth.
  4. $102,712 spent. Fiscal Sponsor and Other program expenses
  5. Fiscal Sponsor and Other program expenses 102712. 0. 92537.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, 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 November 6, 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 2025.

    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 October 1988.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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