Imagine Dance Incorporated
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
Points to look into
- It reported loans to or from officers, directors or other insiders.
These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.
What it says it does
Imagine Performing Arts Center envisions a world where everyone has the opportunity to experience the joy, freedom, and self-expression of the performing arts. At Imagine Performing Arts Center, we believe in the power of the performing arts to bring people together and enrich lives. We are committed to providing an inclusive, welcoming environment where performers of all ages and abilities can learn, grow, and thrive. Our mission is to make the performing arts accessible and enjoyable for everyone in our community, and to use the performing arts as a way to bring joy, health, and connection to the people of Central Florida.
- Income
- $192,635
- Spending
- $201,258
- Spent on programs
- 94%
- Reserves
- -5.1 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 95%
- Employees
- 0
- Volunteers
- 15
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
Weak: 29 out of 100. Higher than 8% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).
Reserves
0 of 35Spendable reserves are negative: it owes or has committed more than it holds.
Debt
2 of 20It owes 88% of what it owns.
Living within its means
8 of 15Spending exceeded income by 4% of income.
Spending floor
15 of 1594% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 16 cents.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
Fair: 69 out of 100. Higher than 62% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, under $250k).
Independent board
25 of 257 of 9 voting board members are independent.
Conflict of interest policy
15 of 15Has a written conflict of interest policy.
Whistleblower policy
0 of 8Reports no 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
0 of 10Reports at least one of: diversion of assets, excess benefits, loans to insiders.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2024, 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 (4)
- $125,000 spent. Description: Imagine Performing Arts Center provided year-round performing arts instruction in dance, acting, and musical theater for children and teens. Students participated in weekly classes in ballet, tap, jazz, lyrical, and theater, building skills, confidence, and creativity. Classes were taught by trained instructors and open to all levels of experience. Many students with diverse abilities were included in these mainstream classes, with individualized support and a welcoming environment for a wide range of learning styles. Scholarships were awarded to students in this program to reduce financial barriers and ensure inclusive access.
- $23,000 spent. Diverse Abilities Dance and Theater Program: Imagine offered inclusive performing arts programs tailored to individuals with physical, cognitive, and neurodiverse needs. These classes were fully scholarship-based, offering a safe, joyful, and accessible space for students to participate in weekly dance and theater activities. Students also performed in recitals and showcases alongside their peers.
- $11,000 spent. Summer Camps: The organization ran a series of themed performing arts camps over the summer for students ages 5 to 12. Camps included activities in dance, music, theater games, and storytelling, and concluded with informal performances for families. These short-format camps helped introduce new students to the arts and fostered confidence and creativity. The program welcomed students of all abilities, including those who are neurodiverse, and offered a supportive environment tailored to meet a range of learning and social needs.
- $30,245 spent. Student and Community Theater Productions: Students participated in full-scale musical theater productions and seasonal recitals that promoted teamwork, performance skills, and artistic growth. Shows were open to the public and held both in-house and at external venues. Many special needs and neurodiverse students performed through both mainstream and specialized programming. Scholarships and fee waivers helped ensure that all students could participate. In addition to student productions, the organization also co-hosted a small number of community theater performances through a 50/50 ticket-sharing model with external adult and youth theater groups. These performances helped fulfill Imagine's mission of broadening community access to live theater.
Source: Form 990 for the year ending January 31, 2024, 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 January 2024.
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 September 2024.
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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