Arts for the Schools
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Inspire, teach and build our rural communities through equitable access to the arts and arts education. We provide arts programs for schools and the public in both California and Nevada. Fox Cultural Hall is a 325-person capacity performance and event space located in North Lake Tahoe. The hall will allow us to greatly expand our arts programs and offerings including live performances, master classes, workshops, teen clubs, and arts classes to our rural communities and schools. Arts For The Schools DBA Fox Cultural Hall now offers seven non-profit programs.
- Income
- $248,663
- Spending
- $317,973
- Spent on programs
- 82%
- Reserves
- 11.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 76%
- Employees
- 4
- Volunteers
- 0
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Fair: 68 out of 100. Higher than 33% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Reserves
28 of 35Spendable reserves would cover 11.1 months of spending.
Debt
20 of 20It owes 12% of what it owns.
Living within its means
0 of 15Spending exceeded income by 28% of income.
Income trend
5 of 15Income fell 18% on the year before.
Spending floor
15 of 1582% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 7 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Good: 82 out of 100. Higher than 81% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).
Independent board
18 of 254 of 4 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
8 of 8Has a written whistleblower policy.
Record keeping policy
0 of 7Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.
Board minutes
5 of 5Keeps minutes of board meetings.
Board sees the tax return
10 of 10Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.
No reported misuse
10 of 10Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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)
- Program Service AccomplishmentsArts For The Schools provides standards-based visual and performing arts programming to students in grades TK12 across California and Nevada.Assemblies and Performances:The organization presents in-school assemblies featuring professional musicians, dancers, and cultural artists. Programs introduce students to diverse artistic traditions while supporting curriculum integration and social-emotional development.Masterclasses and Artist Residencies:Professional artists work directly with middle and high school students through rehearsals, coaching, and collaborative performance experiences aligned with state arts standards.Before- and After-School Enrichment:Extended learning programs, including string instruction, guitar, and visual arts, provide ongoing skill development and creative engagement for students in grades 112.In-School Visual Arts Instruction:Weekly visual arts classes are delivered by professional artists and credentialed instructors. Curriculum aligns with California and Nevada Visual Arts Content Standards and integrates interdisciplinary learning across science, math, social studies, and SEL.Workshops and Community Arts Programs:Hands-on workshops in traditional and contemporary art forms serve students and community members of all ages, fostering intergenerational learning and cultural exchange.Public Art and Murals:Community-based mural projects engage youth, elders, and professional artists to create site-specific public artworks that reflect regional heritage and strengthen community identity.Place-Based Arts Education Musical Field Journal Initiative:A multidisciplinary program integrating Earth science, ecology, language arts, and the visual and performing arts through original music commissions, illustrated songbooks, and classroom programming that promotes environmental stewardship and social-emotional learning.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending June 30, 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 November 6, 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 June 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 1991.
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 November 4, 2026.
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