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Nonprofit · EIN 47-1931788

LAKE CITY AREA ARTS

Tax-exempt (reinstated) · LAKE CITY, MN 55041

Financials

$85K$66K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of LAKE CITY AREA ARTS by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990-EZ$84,751$65,671$19,080$65,122$16,780$48,342
Financial details: 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$59,124
Membership dues
$6,060
Program service revenue
$9,782
Investment income
$44
Net income from fundraising events
$9,741
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$0
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$0
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$0
Professional fees and payments to contractors
$18,567
Occupancy
$27,377
Printing, publications and postage
$367
Other expenses
$19,360
Program services (functional)
$59,405

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$29,316
Total assets, end of year
$65,122
Total liabilities, end of year
$16,780
Net assets, end of year
$48,342
Cash, savings and investments
$42,104
Gross receipts
$85,551

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.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Terri OrthPresident35$0
Robin BlockTreasurer10$0
Kathy RomeroSecretary20$0
Lisa ZmudaDirector1$0
Art OrthDirector5$0
Jim RahmDirector3$0
Bonnie BakkumDirector1$0
Karen SmithDirector4$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
PO BOX 307, LAKE CITY, MN 55041-0307
Mailing address (990-N for 2024)
PO Box 307, Lake City MN 55041
Principal officer (990-N for 2024)
Terri Orth, 504 S High St, Lake City MN 55041
Signed the 990-EZ
Karen Smith, President
Return prepared by
Impact Partners

Mission

Lake City Are Arts strengthens the community through arts and culture. We hold art exhibits, conduct classes, have concerts of local musicians, host the community choir, host a weekly music circle, participate in Lake City events .

990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • Lake City Area Arts provided a wide range of arts, cultural, and educational programming to enrich the Lake City community and surrounding region during the year. The organization hosted 21 educational programs, including classes, workshops, and art-related learning opportunities for youth and adults. Additionally, 35 performance events were presented, offering live music, dance, literary, and other performing arts experiences to the public. Collectively, these programs and events were attended by over 2,500 local residents and visiting guests. The organization also sponsored four cultural performance events celebrating diverse traditions and communities, including programs focused on Spain, Ireland, and the local Hispanic community, promoting cultural awareness and inclusion. Seven art exhibits featured the work of local and regional artists, providing valuable exposure and engagement opportunities. Community events included programs such as Art in Motion and the Holiday Home Tour, which alone attracted over 150 attendees. The Arts Center also maintained regular weekly community programming, including Community Choir rehearsals, Open Studio sessions, musician jam sessions, and Open Mic events, providing ongoing opportunities for artistic expression and social connection. In addition, Lake City Area Arts partnered with numerous local organizations on community activities and public art initiatives, strengthening community connections and expanding access to the arts throughout the region.
    Expenses $59,405

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 yearYear endedDueIRS public records
2025December 31, 2025May 15, 2026990-EZ on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-N on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-N on file

IRS record

EIN
47-1931788
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
2017
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$65,122
Income (IRS master file)
$85,551

Revocation and reinstatement

Exemption revoked
May 15, 2017
Posted by the IRS
August 16, 2017
Reinstated
Effective May 15, 2017

From the IRS automatic revocation list: organizations that did not file a required return or e-Postcard for three consecutive years.

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990-EZDecember 2025$84,751$65,671$65,122IRS
990-N for 2024
Officer: Terri Orth
December 31, 2024≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2023
Officer: Terri Orth
December 31, 2023≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2021
Officer: Larry Foster
December 31, 2021≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2020
Officer: Larry Foster
December 31, 2020≤ $50,000 receipts––e-Postcard
990-N for 2019
Officer: Larry Foster
December 31, 2019≤ $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 47-1931788).

Questions about LAKE CITY AREA ARTS

What is the EIN of LAKE CITY AREA ARTS?
The employer identification number (EIN) of LAKE CITY AREA ARTS is 47-1931788.
Is LAKE CITY AREA ARTS tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS revoked its exemption on May 15, 2017 and reinstated it effective May 15, 2017.
Are donations to LAKE CITY AREA ARTS tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does LAKE CITY AREA ARTS 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 LAKE CITY AREA ARTS 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 LAKE CITY AREA ARTS last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990-EZ for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of LAKE CITY AREA ARTS?
The 990-N for 2024 names Terri Orth.
Who are the officers and directors of LAKE CITY AREA ARTS?
The 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 8 people; 0 received compensation from the organization.
How much revenue does LAKE CITY AREA ARTS have?
On its 990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $84,751, expenses of $65,671 and total assets of $65,122 at year end.

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