Nonprofit · EIN 47-1841978
JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC
Tax-exempt · ROCHESTER, NY 14621
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $213,744 | $215,452 | -$1,708 | $558,164 | $2,090 | $556,074 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $218,918 | $228,337 | -$9,419 | $607,669 | $1,840 | $605,829 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $476,835 | $170,314 | $306,521 | $616,853 | $1,841 | $615,012 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $209,317
- of which government grants
- $58,000
- Program service revenue
- $0
- Investment income
- $4,427
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $82,886
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $88,200
- Professional fundraising fees
- $74,463
- Legal fees
- $1,733
- Accounting fees
- $2,725
- Occupancy
- $2,418
- Program services (functional)
- $50,789
- Management and general (functional)
- $80,194
- Fundraising (functional)
- $84,469
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $607,669
- Total assets, end of year
- $558,164
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $2,090
- Net assets, end of year
- $556,074
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $327,004
- Publicly traded securities
- $12,085
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $397,165
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $158,909
- Gross receipts
- $213,744
- Employees
- 1
- Volunteers
- 11
- Year formed
- 2015
- State of legal domicile
- NY
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 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Pacific | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $69,475 | $10,260 |
| Bill Ferguson | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 9.6 | $20,000 | $0 |
| Neil Scheier | President Trustee or director, Officer | 19.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sherman Dickerson | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.4 | $0 | $0 |
| Alan Feldstein | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3.8 | $0 | $0 |
| Mario Martinez | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Rothman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ned Corman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Darrin Brentnall | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Meredith Dragon | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Isobel Goldman | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Jaime Rivera | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Pacific | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $65,975 | $9,642 |
| Bill Ferguson | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 9.6 | $20,000 | $0 |
| Neil Scheier | President Trustee or director, Officer | 19.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sherman Dickerson | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.4 | $0 | $0 |
| Alan Feldstein | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3.8 | $0 | $0 |
| Mario Martinez | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Rothman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Ned Corman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Darrin Brentnall | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Meredith Dragon | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Isobel Goldman | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Jaime Rivera | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Pacific | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $65,000 | $6,513 |
| Neil Scheier | President Trustee or director, Officer | 19.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Sherman Dickerson | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.4 | $0 | $0 |
| Alan Feldstein | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 3.8 | $0 | $0 |
| Mario Martinez | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Michael Rothman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.2 | $0 | $0 |
| Bill Ferguson | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 9.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Ned Corman | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Darrin Brentnall | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Meredith Dragon | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Isobel Goldman | Secretary Trustee or director | 0.6 | $0 | $0 |
| Jaime Rivera | Board Member Trustee or director | 0.1 | $0 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 692 JOSEPH AVE, ROCHESTER, NY 14621-4649
- Mailing address (990-N for 2016)
- PO BOX 30147, ROCHESTER NY 14603
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Neil Scheier, PO Box 30147, Rochester, NY 14603
- Principal officer (990-N for 2016)
- NEIL R SCHEIER, 18 SYLVAN GLEN, FAIRPORT NY 14450
- Signed the 990
- Neil Scheier, President
- Phone
- (585) 454-2787
- Website
- www.josephavearts.org
- Return prepared by
- Heveron & Company CPAs PLLC
Mission
The Joseph Avenue Arts and Culture Alliance provides dynamic arts and cultural experiences for underserved families and youth in a safe, inspiring place for artistic expression-instilling pride and serving as a catalyst for community transformation.
Program accomplishments
- The Rising Stars program is JAACA's signature education series designed to inspire and empower children and families through hands-on, high-quality arts instruction. Focused on underserved populations in the Joseph Avenue neighborhood, the program offers free dance and music education to elementary and pre-teen participants. A cornerstone of the series is the 10-week Bucket Drumming classes and Dance Fusion classes taught by instructors from The Hochstein School, culminating in the ROCstarz Celebration: a public performance that showcases students' talents and growth.Expenses $9,421
- Presented as part of the Rochester Fringe Festival, "Cirque 101" is a family-friendly event that introduces audiences of all ages to the thrilling world of circus arts. This free workshop, held over two Saturdays, features professional teaching-artists skilled in the circus arts and juggling in a vibrant and interactive format. Cirque 101 includes hands-on learning opportunities for youth and families, offering a safe and inclusive environment to explore balance, coordination, and creativity.Expenses $5,686
- Debut Artists is JAACA's performance series that shines a spotlight on exceptional emerging talent from across the region and beyond. Each event introduces new paraprofessional performers to Rochester audiences. Past performers have included classical vocalists, chamber ensembles, jazz trios, and solo instrumentalists, each bringing a fresh perspective and an inspiring story to the stage. Hosted in intimate community venues, the series offers a unique opportunity for cultural exchange and connection between artists and audiences, free for all to attend.Expenses $4,412
- There were other small programs that occured during the year.Expenses $31,270
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 June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 47-1841978
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (170(b)(1)(A)(vi))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2015
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A61)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $558,164
- Income (IRS master file)
- $213,744
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $213,744 | $215,452 | $558,164 | XML |
| 990 | June 2024 | $218,918 | $228,337 | $607,669 | XML |
| 990 | June 2023 | $476,835 | $170,314 | $616,853 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-N for 2016 Officer: NEIL R SCHEIER | December 31, 2016 | ≤ $50,000 receipts | – | – | e-Postcard |
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 47-1841978).
Questions about JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC
- What is the EIN of JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC is 47-1841978.
- Is JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2015.
- Are donations to JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC 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 JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Neil Scheier.
- Who are the officers and directors of JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 12 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $69,475 (David Pacific, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does JOSEPH AVENUE ARTS AND CULTURE ALLIANCE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $213,744, expenses of $215,452 and total assets of $558,164 at year end.
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