Que the Music Performing Arts Academy
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
Provide affordable music lessons workshops and performance opportunities for students aged 8-18 from underserved communities.
- Income
- $1,921
- Spending
- $1,200
- Reserves
- 7.2 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 74%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, 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 December 31, 2024, 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 December 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 (3)
- Program Service 1: Performing Arts Education and Training Que the Music Performing Arts Academy provides year-round music education and performance training for underprivileged youth in Greensboro NC. This program includes weekly vocal and instrumental instruction music theory classes and stage performance preparation. Number of Persons Benefited: 23 students annually ages 10 to 18. Accomplishments and Impact: Students participated in structured vocal training and public performances at events such as the Steven Tanger Center. Several students earned music scholarships to colleges including Howard University and Winston-Salem State University. One alum now performs professionally with Royal Caribbean. The program fosters confidence discipline and musical excellence in underserved youth.
- Program Service 2: Acting Program "Que the Actors: Acting Unleashed"This program introduces students to acting fundamentals through a four-part workshop series designed for ages 1018. It explores creative expression character development improvisation and stage presence helping youth build communication and confidence.Number of Persons Benefited:8 students in the inaugural cohort.Accomplishments and Impact:Participants engaged in interactive workshops and theatrical exercises designed to prepare them for on-stage and on-camera roles. The program expanded the academys performing arts offerings and created space for youth interested in drama and theater to thrive in a supportive environment.
- Program Service 3: Music Production and Recording Program This new initiative equips students with hands-on experience in music technology songwriting and studio recording. Students learn how to write lyrics create beats and record vocals using professional software and studio equipment. Number of Persons Benefited: 23 students participated in the pilot program. Accomplishments and Impact: Students completed their first full original song now in the process of being released publicly. The program not only builds technical and creative skills but also introduces students to potential careers in the music industry such as audio engineering production and songwriting.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 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 December 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 August 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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