Youth Symphony of Denton
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Youth Symphony of Denton provides an exceptional musical education experience for students in and around Denton county. We offer different orchestras to meet the needs of students at various levels of ability.
- Income
- $78,684
- Spending
- $75,441
- Reserves
- 4.3 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- other income, 76%
- Highest pay
- $26,746, executive director
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 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 July 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 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 (3)
- $27,264 spent. The String Orchestra had 9 students who took part in weekly rehearsals performed 5 concerts and were promoted to the next-level orchestra at the years end.
- $15,230 spent. During the reporting period the Philharmonic Orchestra involved 35 students in weekly rehearsals presenting their talents in 5 concerts. Additionally 3 students were promoted for their dedication and skill. In a related program 9 students participated in a smaller ensemble performing in 4 shows during the year.
- $29,109 spent. The Symphony Orchestra our premier ensemble engaged 44 students in weekly rehearsals and staged 5 concerts annually. Additionally 6 students formed a small ensemble presenting 4 concerts. 14 students graduated with 4 opting for music majors. Others are pursuing STEM fields.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending July 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 July 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 January 2022.
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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