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Art Council Inc

EIN 91-1877238 · Brooklyn, NY

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

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthStrong93 out of 100GovernanceGood85 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

ARTADIA IS A NATIONAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS VISUAL ARTISTS WITHUNRESTRICTED, MERIT-BASED AWARDS AND FOSTERS CONNECTIONS TO A NETWORK OFOPPORTUNITIES.

Income
$1.8 million
Spending
$1.7 million
Spent on programs
72%
Reserves
10.5 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 84%
Employees
8
Volunteers
50
Highest pay
$188,586, executive dir.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Strong: 93 out of 100. Higher than 68% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 10.5 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 6% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 8% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 46% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    15 of 15

    72% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 19 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Good: 85 out of 100. Higher than 40% of charities in its peer group (philanthropy, $1m to $10m).

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    30 of 30 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.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    15 of 15

    Its accounts were audited by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 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)
  1. $1.2 million spent. Founded in 1999 in response to the cessation of the NEAs direct-to-artist grants, Artadia is a nonprofit grantmaker and nationwide community of visual artists, curators, and patrons.Each year, across the country, Artadia identifies artists whose meritsa high-level of artistic excellence, rigorous practice, and clear artistic voicedemonstrate theyve reached a pivotal moment in their practice. Through this work, Artadia elevates the careers of these artists through a proven combination of recognition, grantmaking, community support, and advocacy.By working collaboratively to improve the conditions necessary for artists from all backgrounds to thrive and succeed, Artadia strengthens their communities and fosters a more equitable arts ecosystem.Since its founding, Artadia has distributed over $6 million to over 440 visual artistssustaining their livelihoods, creative practices, and amplifying their invaluable contributions to society and the arts economy. In addition to its enduring support for artists living in the seven cities of strategic focus, Artadia has supported artists through special initiatives, including the SEEN Award (2025-present), NADA Miami (20122019), Prospect New Orleans (2013 & 2021); the long-running Art & Dialogue series (20152020); and a fellowship program in Houston (20192020).Its current main programmatic initiatives include the following:Artadia Awards:The Artadia Awards program currently encompasses seven major U.S. cities: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, New York City, and the San Francisco Bay Area. The Awards program identifies artists through a competitive, open-call process that convenes a rotating committee of curators as jurors, and annually supports at least 22 visual artists with $15,000 each in unrestricted funds. The Artadia Awards serve visual artists, with consideration for the support these artists need to thrive and succeed regardless of backgroundin a more vibrant arts economy. Artadia Network:Launched in January 2021, the Artadia Network connects artists with arts professionals so they can sustain their thriving practices. Through one-on-one meetings and workshops, the network supports Artadia Awardees beyond the financial, through discourse, connectivity, and resource-sharing around artistic practice, wage-earning solutions, and other opportunities. Artadia also acts as a fiscal sponsor grant-making agent for a host of artist projects and sponsorships. In 2024, the Network has expanded to include in-person public programs that forge ongoing connections between Awardees, arts professionals, and the public in the seven program cities.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending September 30, 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 September 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 September 1998.

    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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