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Nonprofit · EIN 92-2108301

ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC

Tax-exempt · ASHEVILLE, NC 28801

Financials

$40K$47K2023$144K$135K2024$159K$159K2025
Revenue Expenses · by fiscal year end
Financials of ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC by year, from its e-filed returns
Year endedFormRevenueExpensesNet incomeTotal assetsLiabilitiesNet assets
December 31, 2025990$158,545$159,202-$657$25,750$0$25,750
December 31, 2024990-EZ$144,136$135,035$9,101$36,713$34,208$2,505
December 31, 2023990-EZ$40,182$46,778-$6,596$6,042$12,638-$6,596
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Revenue

Contributions, gifts and grants
$158,545
Program service revenue
$0
Investment income
$0
Other revenue
$0

Expenses

Grants and similar amounts paid
$45,350
Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
$24,220
Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
$24,220
Professional fundraising fees
$0
Accounting fees
$2,095
Occupancy
$11,995
Travel
$49
Program services (functional)
$142,971
Management and general (functional)
$13,636
Fundraising (functional)
$2,595

Balance sheet and other

Total assets, start of year
$36,713
Total assets, end of year
$25,750
Total liabilities, end of year
$0
Net assets, end of year
$25,750
Gross receipts
$158,545
Employees
0
Volunteers
0
Year formed
2023
State of legal domicile
NC

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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.

NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
JOSHUA BLAKEPRESIDENT
Trustee or director
20$21,820
EDWARD SCOTT REESESECRETARY
Officer
20$2,400
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2024: 2 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Joshua BlakePresident0$0
Edward Scott ReeseSecretary0$0
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 2 people
NameTitleHours / weekCompensation
Joshua BlakePresident0$0
Edward Scott ReeseSecretary0$0

Address and contacts

Address (IRS master file)
175 PATTON AVE, ASHEVILLE, NC 28801-2625
Principal officer (990 for 2025)
JOSH BLAKE, 169 BEVERLY ROAD, ASHEVILLE, NC 28805
Signed the 990
JOSH BLAKE, PRESIDENT
Phone
(828) 280-6939
Return prepared by
April Lambert

Mission

PRESERVE AND PROMOTE THE MUSIC AND ART SCENE IN WESTERN NORTH CAROLINA THROUGH LIVE STREAMING, FILMING, AND ARCHIVING CONCERTS AND AREA EVENTS

990 for the year ended December 31, 2025

Program accomplishments

  • During the 2025 tax year, the organization implemented a disaster relief grant program in response to the significant impact of Hurricane Helene on the local arts community. The storm caused widespread disruptions, including prolonged closures of venues and loss of performance opportunities for artists. Through this program, the organization identified and provided financial assistance to over 100 local artists and 20 local venues & events. Grant funds were used to help stabilize operations, offset lost income, and support the resumption of artistic programming following an extended period of disruption. This program furthered the organizations mission by directly supporting the recovery and sustainability of the local arts ecosystem during a period of acute need.
    Expenses $45,350 · grants $45,350 · revenue $49,885
  • The organization continued its core program of providing media coverage, promotion, and preservation of the local music and arts community. Through its community-based web platform, the organization captures live performances and events, making them freely accessible worldwide through live streaming and archived recordings. The organization takes pride in its non-exclusive coverage, showcasing a diverse blend of musical acts and performances. This program not only builds visibility and publicity for local artists, but also serves as a digital archive, preserving their work and expanding access to audiences beyond the local community. The organization covered numerous events throughout the year, generating significant online engagement through video views and impressions. This foundational program advances the organizations mission by supporting, promoting, and preserving the regions creative community.
    Expenses $86,270 · revenue $102,433
  • The organization hosts the annual Music Video Asheville program, which invites local musicians to submit original music videos for consideration. Selected entries are curated into a 90-minute showcase, which is presented at a public screening and awards event held in downtown Asheville. This program provides a platform for artists to share their work with the broader community while recognizing excellence in music and visual storytelling. The event fosters community engagement, supports local musicians, and celebrates the creativity and diversity of the areas arts scene.
    Expenses $11,351 · revenue $4,950

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 on file
2024December 31, 2024May 15, 2025990-EZ on file
2023December 31, 2023May 15, 2024990-EZ on file

IRS record

EIN
92-2108301
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
2023
Accounting year ends
December
Files
Form 990 or 990-EZ
Assets (IRS master file)
$25,750
Income (IRS master file)
$158,545

Filing history

FormYear endedRevenueExpensesAssetsReturn
990December 2025$158,545$159,202$25,750XML
990-EZDecember 2024$144,136$135,035$36,713XML
990-EZDecember 2023$40,182$46,778$6,042XML

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 92-2108301).

Questions about ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC

What is the EIN of ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC?
The employer identification number (EIN) of ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC is 92-2108301.
Is ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC tax-exempt?
Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2023.
Are donations to ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC tax-deductible?
Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
Which annual return does ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC 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 ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC 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 ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC last file with the IRS?
The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
Who is the principal officer of ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names JOSH BLAKE.
Who are the officers and directors of ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC?
The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 2 people; 2 received compensation from the organization, the highest $21,820 (JOSHUA BLAKE, PRESIDENT).
How much revenue does ASHEVILLE INDEPENDENT ARTS AND MUSIC INC have?
On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $158,545, expenses of $159,202 and total assets of $25,750 at year end.

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