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Fort Bend Boys Choir of Texas Inc

EIN 76-0038318 · Stafford, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak38 out of 100GovernanceGood76 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Believing that this group affords boy choristers a unique opportunity to instill positive and beneficial qualities in themselves, it is the mission of the Fort Bend Boys Choir to provide the skills and training essential for lifelong training through the finest music education in the ancient boychoir tradition. We will create a supportive and positive environment that develops discipline, self-esteem and maturity, which aids in the transformation of young boys into young men. In order that this mission be realized, our music program will include parent and community involvement, high expectations, a strong commitment to excellence quality instruction for all choristers.

Income
$242,781
Spending
$251,417
Spent on programs
100%
Reserves
0.4 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 71%
Employees
1
Volunteers
40
Highest pay
$48,000, founder and artistic director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 38 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.4 months of spending.

  • Debt

    5 of 20

    It owes 54% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    8 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    100% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 76 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    7 of 8 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no 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.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 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)
  1. $251,417 spent. Music education and training for 5 choirs of approximately 150 boys in total: Music Magic is an enrichment program for 6 and 7 year old boys who are interested in learning more about music, singing and having fun. This is an 8 week program offered every school semester. Music Magic brings music alive for the boys through the use of movement, singing, musical games and instruments. The boys develop better large muscle coordination, pitch matching, increased focus, rhythm awareness and musicianship. Training Choir is our introductory choir where techniques in phrasing, enunciation and choral blend are introduced. Boys learn the disciplines of the organization and perform predominantly in the local area. Choirboys move up to either Town or Tour Choirs by audition. Town Choir stresses choral techniques in phrasing, enunciation, and multi-part harmonizing. Music becomes more complex. Performances are usually local, although more varied in nature. The Town Choir also competes every spring in the choir festival in New Braunfels, TX. Placement into Tour Choir is through audition at any time. As our top-level professional group, The Tour Choir emphasizes extensive choral techniques. Music involves varied tempos, styles and harmonic complexities. original compositions are commissioned and performed. Performances include weddings, symphony callaborations, commercials, and high profile appearances. Each year the tour choir embarks on an extensive summer concert tour. The concert tours are developed around performance schedules and incorporate a closer look at American and foreign history. They have also released numerous CD recordings. Cantabile, our alumni choir, was formed in 1997 to perform for the organizations 15th anniversary spring concert. Due to the overwhelming response by both participants and audience, it was decided to continue this program. Cantabile is open to all alumni members who voiced out of the other three choirs. As of Spring 2014, Cantabile was restructured to form a performing ensemble every five years, on major anniversary years. Before the start of each choir season, the Tour choirboys attend their summer vocal training center, Camp Zengit Gutenproper. For a week they receive instruction in vocal technique, music theory, repertoire, movement and stage presence. They also participate in crafts, sports, swimming, and other related camp activities while experiencing a well-balanced blend of fun and rehearsing, home-cooked meals and a stimulating program with exciting goals. Boyish energy is channeled into dedication to excel, team effort, and hard work. In this informal setting, the bonding process, so essential to a choral ensemble, begins. In January, the boys again head back to camp for their winter retreat. These 2 camp experience have become an integral part of the entire tour program, helping transform young boys into mature choristers.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending July 31, 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 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 July 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 March 1983.

    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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