# Community School of Music & Arts

Arts education nonprofit in Ithaca, New York 14850. EIN 16-0877976. Data as of November 8, 2026.

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## Mission (the organization's own words)

> To provide quality instruction in music and the arts, developing and offering cultural and artistic programs and events

Source: Form 990, year ending Dec 2022: https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/160877976/202313109349301096/full

## IRS facts

- Type: Arts education (IRS activity code A250)
- Tax status: 501(c)(3), contributions deductible, recognized 1972
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026: https://www.irs.gov/charities-non-profits/exempt-organizations-business-master-file-extract-eo-bmf

## Finances (IRS Form 990 e-file data)

| Year ending | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Net assets | Employees | Volunteers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 2022 | $247,707 | $348,160 | $1,136,265 | $265,359 | 10 | 10 | [Form 990](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/160877976/202313109349301096/full) |

Expense split, year ending Dec 2022: programs $266,329 (76%), management $66,173 (19%), fundraising $15,658 (4%).

Revenue sources, year ending Dec 2022: gifts and grants $107,209, program fees $125,279, investment income $0.

## How it compares

- Revenue rank: 2 of 3 arts education nonprofits in Ithaca.
- Revenue $458,719 is higher than roughly 40 to 50% of 56 arts education nonprofits in New York; median $597,349.
- Source: IRS Business Master File, posted October 13, 2026; BackPR analysis.

## Local context

- Tompkins County, New York: about 14,592 children under 18 (U.S. Census Bureau, July 1, 2024): https://www2.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/datasets/2020-2024/counties/asrh/cc-est2024-agesex-all.csv
- 22 youth and community nonprofits in this directory in the county: 1.5 per 1,000 children.
- Licensed programs in Ithaca: 13 licensed child care centers, 12 school-age programs: https://backpr.com/find/new-york/ithaca
- New York rules: https://backpr.com/resources/states/new-york

## Questions

**What is Community School of Music & Arts's EIN?**

Community School of Music & Arts's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 16-0877976. It is the nine-digit number the IRS uses to identify the organization. Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File posted October 13, 2026.

**Is Community School of Music & Arts a nonprofit?**

Yes. The IRS lists Community School of Music & Arts in Ithaca, New York as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3), recognized since 1972. This is from the IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026. Status can change, so check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**Are donations to Community School of Music & Arts tax-deductible?**

Yes, the IRS lists gifts to Community School of Music & Arts as tax-deductible (IRS Business Master File posted October 13, 2026). How much you can deduct depends on your own taxes, and this is not tax advice. Check its current status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search before you donate.

**What does Community School of Music & Arts do?**

In its own words on its Form 990 for the year ending Dec 2022: "To provide quality instruction in music and the arts, developing and offering cultural and artistic programs and events" The IRS classifies it as: Arts education.

**How much money does Community School of Music & Arts take in?**

For the year ending Dec 2022, Community School of Music & Arts reported total revenue of $247,707 and total expenses of $348,160 on its Form 990 (IRS Form 990 e-file data).

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Data as of November 8, 2026. Sources: IRS Business Master File, IRS Form 990 series e-file data, U.S. Census Bureau. No officer or staff names are published.