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Arts Project Inc

EIN 82-4865346 · Baltimore, MD

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair60 out of 100GovernanceStrong92 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

The Arts Project equips Baltimore youth with arts programming that nutures creativity, confidence, and leadership. We provide inclusive education and performance opportunities to ensure equitable access and community transformation.

Income
$110,552
Spending
$84,900
Spent on programs
46%
Reserves
2.9 months of spending
Largest source of income
government grants, 46%
Employees
0
Volunteers
30
Highest pay
$24,559, executive director

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 60 out of 100. Higher than 29% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.9 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 12% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 23% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 196% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    46% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 2 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Strong: 92 out of 100. Higher than 89% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    5 of 5 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

    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

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

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

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 (7)
  1. $11,550 spent. Create 4 Spring Break (C4SB) launched in 2018, is a 5-day arts immersion camp for Baltimore youth ages 6-11. Each spring, 20-40 participants attend full-day art classes that build creativity, confidence, and a love for the arts, culminating in a community showcase where youth present their work. # of Clients Served/Days of Care: 29 youth/5 days Sessions & Events: The camp delivered 8 instructional sessions (morning/afternoon), 1 educational field trip to Port Discovery, and 1 culminating showcase for families and community, totaling 10 program events and 30 program hrs per participant. contd on Schedule O... cont'd: Estimates & Donated Services: Attendance was tracked through registration and daily sign-ins. showcase averaged 40-60 family/community members. All food prep/service was donated by volunteers, with only food
  2. $10,514 spent. Program Partnership with RISE Arts Center: In partnership with RISE Arts Center of Baltimore, TAP provided music direction and arts integration for the Summer Performing Arts Program at Eubie Blake Jazz & Cultural Arts Center. Over five weeks, 18 youth ages 6-17, including youth of color and youth with ASD and other intellectual disabilities, engaged in music, drama, dance, visual arts, and set/costume design. The program culminated in a full production of The Lion King KIDS and an arts exhibition. # of Clients Served/Days of Care: 18 youth/20 days (5 weeks x 4 days) about 100 hrs per participant contd on schedule O... Sessions & Events: 20 instructional days plus 2 culminating events (production and exhibition)=22 total program events Estimates & Donated Services: Enrollment/attendance records confirm 18 youth served. RISE provided facility, staffing, and coordination at no cost ; TAP's teaching artist hours were compensated, not donated.
  3. $7,988 spent. School Partnerships (Choir Club & Afterschool Programs) Art Club at Lakeland Elementary - Weekly club for approx. 25 K-2 students (predominately Hispanic) held 20 sessions annually. Focuses on visual art, creative expression, and confidence building. Choir Club at Southwest Public Charter School - Choir for approx. 10 students in grades 5-8, meeting 20 times annually with 1 performance. Emphasis on vocal technique, teamwork, and cultural enrichment. Choir Club at Katherine Johnson Elementary/Middle - Engaged approx. 18 students in 17 sessions with rehearsals and performances. Focus on vocal ability, leadership, and community pride. contd sch O. Afterschool Program at Billie Holiday Elementary/Middle - Served approx. 15 Pre-K students, 4 days/week for 8 months (approx. 136 sessions). Activities included storytime, art, and enrichment to support literacy, arts integration, and
  4. $4,650 spent. Community Artreach Programs
  5. $4,608 spent. The Maker Series Program
  6. Expenses: $4650.00 including grants of: $0.00 Revenue: $400.00
  7. Expenses: $4608.00 including grants of: $0.00 Revenue: $9850.00

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 December 2024.

    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 June 2018.

    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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