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CHANDLER CHILDRENS CHOIR INC

CHANDLER, AZ · EIN 262958942 · Form 990 · FY2022 · NTEE A6B · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.chandlerchildrenschoir.org
revenue
$223K
expenses
$178K
net assets
$66K
employees
7
volunteers
6
program ratio
80%
mission · from form 990

Ran and operated multiple children's choirs and a summer camp. Roughly 200 children participated and learned music theory, harmony, and blend. Multiple public and virtual performances were held throughout the year along with an annual choir tour.

profile · synthesized from sources

Chandler Children's Choir provides choral education and performance opportunities for youth aged 6 to 18 in Chandler, Arizona. The organization operates multiple choirs, a summer camp, and outreach programs in local schools, emphasizing musical growth, community engagement, and accessibility. Founded in 2008, it serves over 150 students annually through structured rehearsals, regional tours, and community performances.

irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2022

what they reported doing

Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.

  1. #1 primary $5K
    Our organization holds a one week summer camp each year. Due to the pandemic we had to pivot and turn our summer camp into a virtual summer camp.
  2. #2 $2K
    We continued our outreach program that began in 2018. This program provides after school choral education to two Title I elementary schools. We continue to see great interest with roughly 40-50 singers participants. Revenue and expense for this program shown are directly attributable only. Not included are expenses related to administrative oversight, staff training performed by our Artistic Director, etc.
named programs · 7 · from sources

what they call their work

Ad Astra Choir
Top-level ensemble for ages 16–18, performing at prestigious venues including St. Peter’s Basilica and touring internationally
Cantus Choir
Advanced mixed-voice ensemble for singers aged 13–18, participating in national and international tours and high-level performances
Encore Choir
Choir for ages 10–13 offering regional tours and collaborative performances, designed to deepen musical and ensemble skills
Junior Choir
Choir for ages 7–10 focusing on foundational vocal skills and performance, including day trips and exchanges with other choirs
Neighborhood Choir Programs
Free after-school choral programs at Hartford and San Marcos Elementary Schools serving over 75 students annually
Prelude Choir
Introductory choir program for children ages 6 to 8 with no prior experience, meeting weekly in Chandler and culminating in a performance
Sing City Summer Camp
One-week summer camp for students entering grades 1–6, featuring singing, dancing, and an original musical performance
activities · 4 groups

what they do

  • Choral Touring & Performance Exchange 6 activities
    • Conducts domestic and international performance tours
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for advanced choirs, including performances at St. Peter's Basilica in Vatican City, ACDA conferences, and cultural sites across the U.S., Canada, Ireland, England, and Italy.
    • Regional, National, and International Touring
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for its choirs, including day trips to Tucson and Flagstaff, tours across the Southwest (Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Zion National Park), and national/international tours to destinations such as San Francisco, New York City, Europe (Italy, Ireland, England), and Canada, with performances at venues like St. Peter's Basilica.
    • Regional, National, and International Touring
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for its choirs, including day trips to Tucson and Flagstaff for exchanges with other choirs, tours across the Southwest, and international tours to destinations such as Europe, Canada, and Italy, where they have performed at St. Peter's Basilica. The choirs also attend and perform at conferences like the ACDA Western Division Conference.
    • Regional, National, and International Tours
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for its choirs, including day trips to Tucson and Flagstaff, tours across the Southwest (Grand Canyon, Las Vegas, Zion National Park), and national/international tours to destinations such as San Francisco, New York City, Europe (Italy, Ireland, England), and Canada, with performances at venues like St. Peter's Basilica.
    • Regional, National, and International Tours
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for its choirs, including day trips to Tucson and Flagstaff for exchanges with other choirs, tours across the Southwest, and international tours to destinations such as Italy (including St. Peter's Basilica), Ireland, England, Canada, and various US cities like New York City and San Francisco. The top ensemble also performed at a Western Regional ACDA Conference.
    • Regional, National, and International Tours
      Organizes regional, national, and international tours for its choirs, including day trips to Tucson and Flagstaff for exchanges with other choirs, tours across the Southwest, and international tours to destinations such as Italy (including St. Peter's Basilica), Ireland, England, Canada, and various US cities.
  • Youth Choral Education Programs 4 activities
    • Choral Education and Performance Programs
      Operates four choirs for children aged 7-18, with weekly rehearsals from August to May, providing performance-based choral education to over 150 young singers. This includes an introductory Prelude Choir for ages six to eight and Neighborhood Choir Programs at two elementary schools serving over 75 students annually.
    • Choral Education and Performance Programs
      Operates four choirs for children aged 7-18, with weekly rehearsals from August to May, providing performance-based choral education to over 150 young singers. This includes an introductory Prelude Choir for ages six to eight and Neighborhood Choir Programs at two elementary schools serving over 75 students annually.
    • Choral Education and Performance Programs
      Operates four choirs for children aged 7-18, with weekly rehearsals from August to May, providing performance-based choral education to over 150 young singers. This includes an introductory Prelude Choir for ages six to eight and Neighborhood Choir Programs at two elementary schools serving over 75 students annually.
    • Operates choral programs for children aged 6–18
      Runs four main choirs and a Prelude Choir for children ages six to eighteen, with weekly rehearsals from August to May at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church; includes over 150 young singers annually and offers age-specific ensembles to develop choral skills.
  • Youth Performing Arts Camps & Classes 4 activities
    • Hosts annual summer camp with performance component
      Operates a story-driven summer camp where children sing, dance, and perform an original show at the end of the week, providing immersive arts education each summer.
    • Summer Camp Program
      Operates a story-driven summer camp where children engage in singing, dancing, and performing an original show at the end of the week.
    • Summer Camp Program
      Operates a story-driven summer camp where children engage in singing, dancing, and performing an original show at the end of the week.
    • Summer Camp Program
      Operates a story-driven summer camp where children sing, dance, and perform an original show at the end of the week.
  • Uncategorized 22 activities
    • Album Production
      Released an album titled "Italy Live 2025" in October 2025, featuring 12 performances.
    • Community Service Projects
      Engages singers in annual community service projects, including initiatives like Sleepmats for the Homeless and Feed the Starving Children.
    • Community Service Projects
      Engages singers in annual community service projects such as Sleepmats for the Homeless and Feed the Starving Children.
    • Community Service Projects
      Engages singers in annual community service projects, including initiatives like Sleepmats for the Homeless and Feed the Starving Children.
    • Community Service Projects
      Engages singers in annual community service projects, such as Sleepmats for the Homeless and Feed the Starving Children.
    • Community and Public Performances
      Provides four annual public performances in September, December, March, and May, along with additional opportunities such as national anthems for special events, community events and festivals, and themed concerts. The choirs also perform at charity galas, gymnastics meets, private parties, and the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa.
    • Community and Public Performances
      Provides four annual public performances in September, December, March, and May, along with additional opportunities such as national anthems for special events, community events and festivals, and themed concerts. The choirs also perform at free community concerts, charity galas, gymnastics meets, private parties, and the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa.
    • Community and Public Performances
      Provides four annual public performances in September, December, March, and May, along with additional opportunities such as national anthems for special events, community events and festivals, and free community concerts. The choirs also perform at various events including charity galas, gymnastics meets, private parties, and the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa.
    • Community and Public Performances
      Provides four annual public performances in September, December, March, and May, along with additional opportunities such as national anthems for special events, community events and festivals, and themed concerts. The choirs also perform at charity galas, gymnastics meets, private parties, and the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa.
    • Community and Public Performances
      Provides four annual public performances in September, December, March, and May, along with additional opportunities such as national anthems for special events, community events and festivals, and themed concerts. The choirs also perform at charity galas, gymnastics meets, private parties, and the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa.
    • Engages in community service initiatives
      Organizes annual service projects such as Sleepmats for the Homeless and Feed the Starving Children, integrating community service into the choir experience.
    • Honor Choir Festivals
      Runs honor choir festivals, providing additional performance opportunities for singers.
    • Honor Choir Festivals
      Runs honor choir festivals, providing additional performance opportunities for singers.
    • Hosts annual performances and themed concerts
      Produces four major performances each year in September, December, March, and May, along with themed concerts, honor choirs, and community events; also organizes end-of-session family performances for all choirs.
    • Music Recording and Release
      Released an album titled "Italy Live 2025" in October 2025, featuring 12 performances.
    • Music Recording and Release
      Released an album titled "Italy Live 2025" in October 2025, featuring 12 performances.
    • Organizes educational and cultural exchange trips
      Facilitates day and multi-day trips for junior choirs to collaborate with peer choirs and experience music culture, including visits to Tucson, Flagstaff, Broadway shows, the Musical Instrument Museum, Organ Stop Pizza, and the Phoenix Symphony.
    • Participation in Choral Conferences and Festivals
      Participates in and directs ensembles at professional choral conferences, such as the ACDA Western Division Conference, and runs honor choir festivals.
    • Participation in Choral Conferences and Festivals
      Performs at and directs ensembles at major choral conferences, such as the ACDA Western Division Conference, and runs honor choir festivals.
    • Participation in Choral Conferences and Festivals
      Participates in and directs ensembles at choral conferences, such as the ACDA Western Division Conference, and runs honor choir festivals.
    • Produces and releases recorded music
      Records and released a live album titled "Italy Live 2025" in October 2025, featuring 12 performances from their international tour.
    • Provides community engagement and outreach programs
      Offers free community concerts annually, performs at cultural events such as the Chinese New Year celebration in Mesa, and operates Neighborhood Choir Programs at two elementary schools serving over 75 students each year.
financials · form 990 · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$223K
Contributions & grants$19K9%
Program service revenue$203K91%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$178K
Program expenses80%
Admin / overhead20%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$74K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$68K
Cash$65K
Investments$0
Liabilities$2K
Net assets$66K
Liquid reserves4.4 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +78.7%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2022

who runs it

paid leadership · 2
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
Aimee Stewart Artistic Director 30 $28K
Julie Schlarmann Interim Executive Director 20 $15K
board members · 5
  • Adam Stewart — Chairman of the Board
  • Chris Nguyen — Board Member
  • David Coburn — Board Member
  • Howard MacPhail — Board Member
  • Issa Johnson — Board Member
relationships · 5

who they work with

  • ACDA Partner — Directed its top ensemble at a Western Regional ACDA Conference.
  • American Choral Director's Association (AzACDA) Network — Chandler Children's Choir's founder is president of the Arizona chapter and the choir's ensemble was featured at the ACDA Western Division Conference.
  • Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Partner — Provides location for choir rehearsals.
  • Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Partner — Provides rehearsal facilities and scholarship funding for Sing City Summer Camp.
  • Holy Trinity Lutheran Church Partner — Rehearses weekly at the church's location.