Parker Artist Guild
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Parker Artists Guild (PAG) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization based in Parker, Colorado. Founded in 2000, the core mission of the Parker Artists Guild is to promote local artists, showcase original artwork, provide educational opportunities, and celebrate visual arts achievements throughout Parker and the southeast Denver metropolitan area. The Parker Artists Guild has evolved into an active organization representing a wide range of artistic disciplines with members that range from emerging artists to experienced professionals. Member events such as monthly meetings, educational programs, and social gatherings directly contribute to the PAG overall mission. Year-round art shows, area business exhibitions, and a large annual art festival are strategically aligned to overall PAG objectives.
- Income
- $36,191
- Spending
- $34,628
- Reserves
- 4.8 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 55%
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)
- $11,255 spent. Art in the Park: The Parker Artists Guild, in partnership with Parker Arts, planned and managed the Art in the Park art show held August 30 31, 2025 at O'Brien Park in Parker, Colorado. In addition to original art featured by local and PAG artists, there was live music, food trucks, a silent auction, and art-related activities for all ages. Over 60 artists offered their artwork for sale, drawing thousands of visitors from the community and benefiting from an overall sales amount of over $90,000. Nearly 40 volunteers and a dedicated planning team was responsible for this enormous accomplishment.
- $4,708 spent. Schoolhouse Gallery and National Arts Program: The Parker Artists Guild managed six art displays offered year-round at the Schoolhouse at Mainstreet. Additionally, PAG hosted the National Arts Program, an exhibit designed to give all artists, at all skill levels, an uninhibited opportunity to showcase their work in a professional manner and compete for cash prizes. The show is open to all artists from age five to adult professionals that live within a 50-mile radius of Parker, Colorado.
- $8,329 spent. Member Meetings and Receptions: Member meetings were held on the third Wednesday of each month at the Schoolhouse on Mainstreet. These gatherings offer time to connect with fellow artists, enjoy presentations or demonstrations, and stay informed about upcoming events and opportunities at the Parker Artists Guild.
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 June 2011.
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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