Open Arts Minnesota
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Open Arts Minnesota creates and fosters inclusive artistic activities for people with disabilities who are of diverse abilities and ages seeking opportunities to discover their unique creative gifts, develop and practice skills, and share their creations in a supportive, compassionate environment.
- Income
- $81,694
- Spending
- $90,493
- Reserves
- 2.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 82%
- Highest pay
- $41,000, executive director
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 (3)
- $21,117 spent. Expansion and impact of the In-Person Theatre Programs. In 2025, Open Arts Minnesota significantly expanded its inperson theatre programming across Mankato, New Ulm, and Fairmont, providing consistent creative opportunities for actors with disabilities. These programs offered regular rehearsals, public performances, and community arts participation, resulting in substantial engagement throughout the year. The Aktion Club Theatre of Mankato recorded 484 participant engagements, the United We Stand Players of New Ulm recorded 230 participant engagements, and the Aktion Club Theatre of Fairmont recorded 693 participant engagements, with Fairmont nearly doubling in size as rehearsals for a new play began. These programs not only strengthened acting skills and confidence but also connected participants with their communities through events such as variety shows, fairs, and Disability Pride celebrations.
- $7,038 spent. International Recognition for Disability Leadership and Storytelling. In 2025, Open Arts Minnesota received international recognition when it was featured in a published book on disability and violence prevention titled Flipping the Story on Disability and Violence: People with Intellectual Disability and Allies Leading the Change. The book highlighted OAM as an organization dedicated to amplifying the voices of people with disabilities and included the personal story of the organizations Artistic Assistant. This acknowledgment elevated OAMs work to a global audience, validating its approach to inclusive arts, empowerment, and storytelling as a model for disability leadership and creative expression.
- $7,039 spent. Leadership in Disability Pride, Advocacy, and Community Education. Open Arts Minnesota played a major leadership role in disability advocacy throughout 2025 by organizing and participating in regional Disability Pride events and statewide initiatives. The organization coordinated the Disability Pride art show at the Carnegie Art Center and collaborated with The Arc Minnesota and Advocating Change Together on multiple Pride activities. Two Mankato actors completed the Olmstead Academy and delivered trainings on the Olmstead Decision to two MRCI day services groups, while four actors from New Ulm and Mankato were supported in participating in the statewide Disability Jamboree. These efforts elevated the voices of people with disabilities, strengthened community understanding of disability rights, and positioned OAM participants as educators and leaders.
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 October 13, 2026.
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.
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.
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 October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since October 2018.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 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 21, 2026.
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