Nonprofit · EIN 33-2644796
WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL
Tax-exempt · WHITEFISH, MT 59937
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990-EZ | $110,923 | $101,543 | $9,380 | $16,370 | – | $16,370 |
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $67,260
- Program service revenue
- $43,644
- Investment income
- $19
Expenses
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $0
- Professional fees and payments to contractors
- $65,900
- Occupancy
- $2,520
- Printing, publications and postage
- $13,325
- Other expenses
- $19,798
- Program services (functional)
- $97,642
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $6,990
- Total assets, end of year
- $16,370
- Total liabilities, end of year
- –
- Net assets, end of year
- $16,370
- Cash, savings and investments
- $16,370
- Gross receipts
- $110,923
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shelley Johnson | President of the Board of Directors | 1 | $0 |
| Cari Klepper | Treasurer | 30 | $0 |
| Don Rodie | Secretary of the Board of Directors | 5 | $0 |
| Lashaun Dale | Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Gail Dady | Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Page Webb | Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Bridget Larson | Officer | 0.5 | $0 |
| Bill Tomblin | Officer Legal Counsel | 0.5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- PO BOX 1800, WHITEFISH, MT 59937-1800
- In care of
- % CARI KLEPPER
- Signed the 990-EZ
- Cari Klepper, Treasurer
Mission
Celebrate the art of songwriting by bringing world-class songwriters to Whitefish to share a behind-the-scenes look at their stories through intimate live performances. Cultivate arts culture and opportunity for local youth through festival-based education classes songwriting mentorship programs and scholarship-supported access. Enrich downtown Whitefish and drive economic prosperity by attracting regional and national audiences strengthening shoulder-season tourism and positioning the Flathead Valley as the perfect music destination.
Program accomplishments
- The organizations primary program services center on the Whitefish Songwriter Festival and related initiatives that promote original music support professional songwriters and enrich the cultural life of the Whitefish community through accessible live performances and educational programming. The Whitefish Songwriter Festival is a multi-day live music event that presents nationally and regionally recognized professional songwriters performing original works in intimate listening-room environments at local venues. The program provides residents and visitors with access to high-quality live music while highlighting the craft of songwriting and storytelling. During the reporting year the festival presented approximately 20 performances featuring 25 professional songwriters and served an estimated audience of approximately 500514 attendees. Programming included curated songwriter rounds featured performances and collaborative showcases designed to foster meaningful connections between artists and audiences. In addition to live performances the organization provides direct artist support and professional development opportunities. Participating songwriters receive stipends assistance with travel coordination promotional exposure and access to professional networking opportunities. These services are designed to sustain independent artists expand audience reach and support the creation and performance of original music. During the reporting year approximately 25 artists received direct financial or professional support. The organization also conducts community engagement and music education outreach. This programming includes workshops songwriter discussions and educational sessions accessible to students emerging musicians and the general public. Activities focus on creativity songwriting and the artistic process with the goal of increasing access to arts education and encouraging participation in music and cultural experiences. Approximately 500 individuals participated in educational or outreach activities during the reporting year. The festival further contributes to the economic vitality and cultural development of downtown Whitefish by activating local venues including restaurants lodging properties and performance spaces. Festival programming attracts residents and visitors to the area increases foot traffic and encourages extended stays thereby supporting local businesses and tourism. During the reporting year festival activities brought an estimated 500+ attendees to downtown Whitefish benefiting the local economy while fostering community connection and civic pride. All program services advance the organizations charitable mission to support working songwriters promote original music and expand public access to high-quality cultural experiences.Expenses $97,642 · grants $3,500
- The Whitefish Songwriter Festival June Showcase Preview is a live music event designed to introduce the community to the artists and programming featured in the annual September festival. This event provides audiences with an early opportunity to experience performances by professional songwriters in an intimate listening-room setting offering a sneak preview of the quality and style of music showcased during the full festival. The June Showcase Preview supports the organizations mission by promoting original music building audience engagement and increasing awareness of the September festival. The event also provides participating artists with additional performance opportunities and exposure while fostering connections between artists and the community. Through this preview programming the organization strengthens audience development enhances cultural participation and sustains interest in its annual multi-day festival.
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990-EZ on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | Check at the IRS |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | Check at the IRS |
IRS record
- EIN
- 33-2644796
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2025
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A68)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $16,370
- Income (IRS master file)
- $110,923
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990-EZ | December 2025 | $110,923 | $101,543 | $16,370 | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 33-2644796).
Questions about WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL
- What is the EIN of WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL is 33-2644796.
- Is WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2025.
- Are donations to WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
- Who are the officers and directors of WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL?
- The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
- How much revenue does WHITEFISH SONGWRITER FESTIVAL have?
- On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $110,923, expenses of $101,543 and total assets of $16,370 at year end.
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