Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

From their filing, the objective of the non-profit is stated as “Ballet chicago is an internationally recognized professional track school of ballet that creates exceptional dancers and people. ballet chicago believes every aspiring artist deserves the opportunity to explore his or her full potential, and strives to make classical ballet training accessible to all talented students who have the desire to dance. ballet chicago is dedicated to rigorous technical training in a culture that fosters personal growth and by teaching impeccable technique as well as fundamental life skills, their students go on to find success in dance and life. ballet chicago founders and professional ballet dancers daniel duell and patricia blair create a powerhouse of talent. mr. duell is one of the world's finest ballet artistic directors, and was a long-time student of george balanchine - an artist who revolutionized classical ballet and is regarded as one of the most influential choreographers in the world of ballet. husband and wife team, mr. duell and ms. blair are c”.

When talking about its functions, they were outlined as: “The purpose of the ballet chicago company is to promote and encourage the art of classical ballet, to foster and develop educational dance programs, and to cultivate and perform for the widest possible audience.”.

• The legally reported state of operation for the non-profit is IL.
• According to the filing, the non-profit's address in 2020 is 17 N STATE ST 1900, CHICAGO, IL, 60602.
• The non-profit organization as of 2020 has a total of 43 employees reported on their form.
• Does not operate a hospital.
• Does not operate a school.
• Does not collect art.
• Does not provide credit counseling.
• Does not have foreign activities.
• Is not a donor-advised fund.
• Is not a private foundation.
• Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue less expenses is $171,025.
• The CEO's compensation within the organization is not based on a review and approval by an independent party.
• The organization has a written policy that describes how long it will retain documents.
• The organization has 8 independent voting members.
• The organization was formed in 1987.
• The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
• The organization is required to file Schedule B.
• The organization is required to file Schedule O.
• The organization pays $611,341 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
• The organization pays $80,224 in fundraising expenses.
• The organization provides Form 990 to its governing body.
• The organization pays grants to individuals.
• The organization has minutes of its meetings.
• The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
• The organization has fundraising events.
• The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.