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PHOENIX GIRLS CHORUS INC

PHOENIX, AZ · EIN 860621710 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Micro (<$100K) · www.girlschorus.org
revenue
$25K
expenses
$84K
net assets
$138K
employees
3
volunteers
8
program ratio
53%
mission · from form 990

TO CULTIVATE, INSPIRE, AND EMPOWER YOUNG WOMEN TO FIND THEIR VOICE THROUGH WORLD-CLASS MUSIC EDUCATION AND PERFORMANCE.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Phoenix Girls Chorus is an operational nonprofit that provides music education and performance opportunities for young women in the Phoenix Valley. Through a multi-choir program, it aims to develop musical excellence, leadership, and character in its choristers, offering training in vocal technique, music literacy, and community engagement.

named programs · 5 · from sources

what they call their work

Bella
Choir ensemble for girls in 9th-12th grade, focusing on vocal technique, music literacy, and character development.
Dolce
Choir ensemble for girls in 6th-9th grade, focusing on vocal technique, music literacy, and character development.
Harmonia
Choir ensemble for girls in 2nd-5th grade, focusing on vocal technique, music literacy, and character development.
Satellite Choirs
After-school choral enrichment program offered on campus for students across the Phoenix Valley, providing integrated music education, performance opportunities, and advanced music theory.
Voice Lesson
Free 30-minute voice lesson to provide feedback and introduce prospective members to the choral community.
activities · 2 clusters

what they do

  • Youth Choral Education Programs 2 activities
    • Choral Music Education and Performance Programs
      Provides comprehensive choral music education and performance opportunities for girls in grades 2-12 through various ensembles, including Harmonia (2nd-5th grade), Dolce (6th-9th grade), and Bella (9th-12th grade). Instruction covers music theory, sight singing, ear training, and composition, culminating in performances throughout the Valley and national/international tours.
    • Choral Music Education and Performance Programs
      Provides comprehensive choral music education and performance opportunities for girls in grades 2-12 through various ensembles, including Harmonia (2nd-5th grade), Dolce (6th-9th grade), and Bella (9th-12th grade). Instruction covers music theory, sight singing, ear training, and composition, culminating in performances throughout the Valley and national/international tours.
  • Uncategorized 2 activities
    • Co-founding and Participation in Music Festivals
      Co-founded the Songfest Women's Festival in Phoenix in 2013 and participates in various national and international music festivals and conferences, including the ACDA Western Division Conference and the Franz Schubert Sing'n'Joy Vienna.
    • Co-founding the Songfest Women's Festival
      Co-founded the Songfest Women's Festival in Phoenix in 2013, indicating involvement in organizing and promoting choral music events for women.
financials · form 990 · fy2021

the money

revenue
Total revenue$25K
Contributions & grants$25K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$84K
Program expenses53%
Admin / overhead46%
Fundraising1%
Salaries & benefits$49K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$139K
Cash$128K
Investments$0
Liabilities$807
Net assets$138K
Liquid reserves18.2 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -79.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

board members · 4
  • JOHN KRONIK — DIRECTOR
  • TRACEY MONROE — DIRECTOR
  • WALTER LINDSAY — VICE-PRESIDENT SECRETARY
  • WENDY COHEN — DIRECTOR
relationships · 12

who they work with

  • Bowling Green State University Partner — Artistic Director Dr. Angelica Dunsavage received her MM in Choral Conducting from Bowling Green State University.
  • Great Hearts Roosevelt Archway Academy Partner — Harmonia Artistic Director Laura Stevens works as an elementary music teacher at Great Hearts Roosevelt Archway Academy.
  • Indiana University of Pennsylvania Partner — Artistic Director Dr. Angelica Dunsavage received her BS in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
  • National Collegiate Choral Organization Partner — Artistic Director Dr. Angelica Dunsavage serves as Chief Editor of Publications for the National Collegiate Choral Organization.
  • National Collegiate Choral Organization Partner — Dr. Angelica Dunsavage serves as Chief Editor of Publications for the organization.
  • POPS Concert Partner — Organizes concerts that feature cinematic music, engaging the community.
  • Phoenix Boys Choir Partner — Cheryl McNeill, the current Executive Director of Phoenix Girls Chorus, previously served as Chair of the Phoenix Boys Choir Board of Trustees and was instrumental in the reorganization and restructuring of the Phoenix Girls Chorus while serving there.
  • Phoenix Girls Chorus Partner — Collaborates with local and major artists
  • Teacher Appreciation Concert Partner — Hosts events to appreciate teachers and engage the community.
  • Tennessee State University Partner — Artistic Director Dr. Angelica Dunsavage previously served as Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Choirs at Tennessee State University.
  • University of Arizona Partner — Artistic Director Dr. Angelica Dunsavage received her DMA in Choral Conducting and Music Education from the University of Arizona.
  • Victory Collegiate Academy Partner — Cheryl McNeill, the Executive Director, helped found and open Victory Collegiate Academy, a public charter school for underprivileged youth in Phoenix.