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Woodlands Dance Theatre Corporation

EIN 88-1257983 · Spring, TX

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthFair50 out of 100GovernanceGood72 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Woodlands Dance Theatres mission is to promote public access to the performing arts by offering inclusive dance education and creative expression opportunities to individuals of all ages and backgrounds in the Greater North Houston area. The organization provides instruction in various dance styles and encourages participation in performances and community outreach events to foster artistic development self-confidence and community engagement. Through these efforts Woodlands Dance Theatre advances cultural enrichment and contributes to the well-being and vibrancy of the community it serves.

Income
$142,524
Spending
$190,335
Spent on programs
98%
Reserves
2.1 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 63%
Employees
15
Volunteers
7

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Fair: 50 out of 100. Higher than 20% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    10 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 2.1 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 34% of income.

  • Income trend

    5 of 15

    Income fell 25% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    98% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 72 out of 100. Higher than 67% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).

  • Independent board

    18 of 25

    3 of 4 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no 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.

  • 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, 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 (2)
  1. $172,335 spent. Woodlands Dance Theatre WDT provided comprehensive dance education to the Greater North Houston community offering instruction in multiple styles including Tap Ballet Jazz Bollywood Hip-Hop Acro and Modern Contemporary. Programming was designed to be inclusive and accessible to participants from age 2 through adulthood emphasizing both technical skill development and creative expression. Over the year WDT served more than 75 families and over 150 individual dancers. In addition to weekly instructional classes WDT facilitated performance opportunities for students in formal productions as well as community-based events such as school programs assisted living facility visits and local festivals. While participation in performances was encouraged to enhance confidence and community engagement it was not mandatory supporting a low-pressure environment for students at all levels. WDT also demonstrated its commitment to equity and inclusion by providing discounted tuition assistance to two families facing financial hardship due to cancer-related medical expenses.
  2. $15,000 spent. IProgram Service Accomplishments Woodlands Dance Theatre WDT provided inclusive dance education performance opportunities and community outreach for youth and adults. WDT served three neurodivergent youth through group classes and private instruction; one participated in a public performance. In January 2025 WDTs youth hip hop team attended its first competition where they were selected to close the showcase and received a judges award. A WDT soloist also received a judges award and a full scholarship to a dance convention. Seven dancers attended a regional dance convention and competition during this period. In June 2025 WDT concluded its season with its end-of-year production LA to Broadway featuring youth and adult dancers. WDT performers participated in community events beginning with the Magnolia Red Hot and Blue Festival July 4. In August WDT hosted its first Adult Ballet Intensive expanding adult programming and supporting continued development of a performance company and competitive team for the 2026-2027 season. In September dancers performed at the Dance Hunger Action Dance Festival September 6 Magnolia Family Festival September 20 and Tomball Groovefest September 22. In November WDT hosted a masterclass with Frances Manzo; seven youth dancers performed in the Holly Jolly Jubilee Parade at Disneyland November 7 and the youth company performed at The Woodlands Childrens Festival November 9. In February three dancers attended a local dance intensive February 1 and WDT provided outreach performances at nursing homes and assisted living facilities February 15 and 22. In March WDT hosted a Next Level Training masterclass with Tim Coronado and a Beginner Intermediate Hip Hop Masterclass with Jesse Harrell March 16. In April 13 students performed at the Waterway Arts Festival April 13. Through these activities WDT expanded access to dance education enhanced training opportunities and provided community engagement through performances including outreach to senior populatio

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, 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 November 6, 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 2025.

    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 March 2023.

    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 November 4, 2026.

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