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Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts Inc
Tempe, AZ · EIN 860998307 · Form 990 · FY2020 · NTEE A60 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Medium ($1M-$10M) · www.arizonaacademy.org
revenue
$1.4M
expenses
$727K
net assets
$897K
employees
6
volunteers
100
program ratio
72%
mission · from form 990

Music Education and Performance

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts Inc (AAPA) educates and enriches young people's lives through performing arts programs, primarily focusing on the marching arts. It operates The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, providing training, performance opportunities, and leadership development for youth in Arizona and beyond.

named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Member Sponsorship
A program providing materials to members to help secure financial support from their local community to offset membership dues.
National Tour Raffle
A fundraising program where students sell raffle tickets, retaining 100% of the proceeds to offset their membership dues.
The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps
A program providing young musicians with an introduction to drum and bugle corps activity, including auditions, training camps, and a summer tour culminating in the Drum Corps International World Championships.
activities · 6 groups

what they do

  • Competitive Marching & Indoor Ensembles 6 activities
    • Operating Performing Arts Programs
      Serves over 500 children and adults annually through performing arts programs, including the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps and Academy Winter Youth Guard, offering instruction and performance opportunities in music, dance, and performing arts.
    • Operating The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps
      Operates The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, providing performing arts programming for over 500 children and adults annually. This includes a summer program for 154 members, participation in the DCI World Championships, and presenting competition field show performances.
    • Operating The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps
      Operates The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, providing performing arts programming to over 500 children and adults annually. This includes a summer program for 154 members, participation in the DCI World Championships, and presenting competition field show performances.
    • Operating The Academy Winter Youth Guard
      Operates The Academy Winter Youth Guard, providing performing arts programming to over 500 children and adults annually.
    • Operating the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps
      Operates the Academy Drum and Bugle Corps, which provides performing arts programming to over 500 children and adults annually, including a summer program for 154 members, and competes in the DCI World Championships as a World Class corps.
    • Operating the Academy Winter Youth Guard
      Operates the Academy Winter Youth Guard as part of its performing arts programs, serving over 500 children and adults annually.
  • High School Band Operational Support 4 activities
    • Hosting a Summer Competitive Program
      Operates a summer program for 154 members who live, eat, and learn together during the competitive season, providing comprehensive support services including food, medical care, uniform management, equipment transport, and registration assistance.
    • Logistical Support for Performing Arts Programs
      Provides comprehensive logistical support for its performing arts programs, including discounted hotel rooms, food service for up to 200 people daily, on-site medical care, uniform management, equipment transportation, and minor repairs.
    • Providing Support Services for Corps Members
      Provides essential support services for corps members during camps and tours, including food service (3-4 meals daily for up to 200 people), on-site medical assessment and first aid, uniform management (measurements, fittings, alterations, laundering), and equipment transportation.
    • Providing logistical and support services for performing arts programs
      Provides comprehensive logistical and support services for its performing arts programs, including food service (3-4 meals daily for up to 200 people), medical assessment and first aid, uniform management (measurements, fittings, repairs, laundering), equipment transportation, and minor repairs for props and equipment.
  • Community Engagement & Volunteer Mobilization 2 activities
    • Alumni Engagement and Support
      Engages alumni through the Academy Alumni Association to provide financial support, volunteering, and representation for current members, and organizes alumni reunion projects.
    • Supporting Alumni Engagement
      Maintains an Alumni Association that provides financial support, volunteering, and representation for current members, and organizes alumni reunion projects.
  • Instrument Loan Program 1 activity
    • Alumni Association Support
      Supports current members of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps and the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts through financial assistance, volunteering, and representation via The Academy Alumni Association.
  • Equestrian Competition Organization 1 activity
    • Participating in Drum Corps International (DCI) Competitions
      Competes in the DCI World Championships, including World Class competitions, and has earned titles such as Division II World Champion, with performances of its competition field show excerpts.
  • Uncategorized 10 activities
    • Alumni Association support
      The Academy Alumni Association provides financial support, volunteering, and representation to enhance the experience of current members of The Academy Drum and Bugle Corps and the Arizona Academy of the Performing Arts.
    • Fundraising for Instruments and Equipment
      Raises funds to acquire instruments and equipment to support its performing arts programs.
    • Fundraising for Instruments and Equipment
      Raises funds to acquire instruments and equipment necessary to support its performing arts programs.
    • Fundraising for Program Support
      Raises funds to acquire instruments and equipment necessary to support its performing arts programs.
    • Fundraising for instruments and equipment
      Raises funds to acquire instruments and equipment to support its performing arts programs.
    • Hosting "Drums Across the Desert" competition
      Hosts an annual national performance competition called "Drums Across the Desert" as part of Drum Corps International's summer tour.
    • Hosting Performing Arts Events
      Hosts various performing arts events, including an annual "Show Reveal" gala to unveil upcoming production details and "Drums Across the Desert," a national performance competition as part of Drum Corps International's summer tour.
    • Hosting Performing Arts Events and Competitions
      Hosts various performing arts events, including an annual "Show Reveal" gala, a national performance competition called "Drums Across the Desert" as part of Drum Corps International's summer tour, and local music premieres.
    • Hosting Performing Arts Events and Competitions
      Hosts various events including an annual "Show Reveal" gala, the "Drums Across the Desert" national performance competition as part of DCI's summer tour, and music premieres for its productions.
    • Hosting an annual "Show Reveal" gala
      Hosts an annual "Show Reveal" gala, which includes a mocktail hour and dinner, to unveil details about its upcoming production.
financials · form 990 · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$1.36M
Contributions & grants$868K64%
Program service revenue$448K33%
Investment income$6700%
Other revenue$45K
expenses
Total expenses$727K
Program expenses72%
Admin / overhead27%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$147K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$1.10M
Cash$910K
Investments$0
Liabilities$204K
Net assets$897K
Liquid reserves15.0 mo
2 years on record · 2019–2020 · YoY revenue +250.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
MARK RICHARDSON Executive Diretor 40 $80K
board members · 8
  • BILL CAHOON — Director
  • DAVID ULASZEK — Director
  • GLENN WATERKOTTE MD — Director
  • KENT WHITE — Treasurer
  • LAUREN RIPLEY — Vice President
  • MIKE RIPLEY — Director
  • RICH FRAZIER — President
  • ROBERT KUSKE JR MD — Director
relationships · 16

who they work with

  • AAPA Executive Director Government — Receives confidential incident reports and oversees compliance with safety and conduct policies.
  • Bluecoats Partner — Performs at the "Drums Across the Desert" event.
  • Board of Directors Partner — Key volunteer leadership group supporting the mission and operations of the organization.
  • Board of Directors Partner — Receives incident reports and provides governance oversight for safety and compliance matters.
  • City of Tempe Partner — The Academy was named the official drum and bugle corps of the City of Tempe in 2009.
  • Compliance Committee Partner — Receives incident reports and leads investigations into policy violations.
  • Drum Corps International Partner — Hosts a national performance competition as part of Drum Corps International’s summer tour.
  • Drum Corps International Partner — The Academy was accepted as a DCI sanctioned unit and competes in the Drum Corps International World Championships.
  • Estrella Foothills High School Partner — Hosted The Academy Showcase event in its auditorium.
  • Mesa Community College Partner — Hosts the "Drums Across the Desert" event at Riggs Stadium.
  • Mountain Pointe High School Partner — Venue for the annual "Meet The Academy" gala
  • Pacific Crest Partner — Performs at the "Drums Across the Desert" event.
  • Phoenix Symphony Brass Quintet Partner — Performs at the "Drums Across the Desert" event.
  • Seattle Cascades Partner — Performs at the "Drums Across the Desert" event.
  • Visit Indy Housing Bureau Partner — Collaborates with Visit Indy Housing Bureau to coordinate hotel reservations for Championships Week.
  • leaders in surrounding communities Partner — Collaborates with community leaders who support the organization's efforts.