Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra
The mission of the boulder philharmonic orchestra is to enrich connections and communities through the power of orchestral music.
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Mission
The mission of the boulder philharmonic orchestra is to enrich connections and communities through the power of orchestral music.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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GiveRadar's verified records show Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 99% of the 133,127 arts & culture charities in the United States it tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- Established in 1958, it predates 89% of the arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- GiveRadar holds 6 years of financial filings for this organization, the most recent for fiscal year 2025 - a deeper filing history than 90% of the 56,467 arts & culture charities in the United States with filings on record. See the filings
- government registration
- financial records (6 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
Analysis based on GiveRadar's benchmark dataset of 2026-07-03. It describes what GiveRadar has verified, not a judgment of the organization itself.
Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyBoulder Philharmonic Orchestra is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Boulder, CO, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1958 and has been operating for 68 years. Its EIN is 846037740. According to GiveRadar's records, it holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. GiveRadar's Integrity Assessment for the organization is 90/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $1M in annual revenue. 74 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 846037740. This is the organization's IRS tax identification number; you can use it to verify tax-exempt status and to look up its Form 990 filings with the IRS.
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 90 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 77% of expenses to programs, which contributes positively to its score. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is located in Boulder, CO, United States. The organization was established in 1958 and has been active for 68 years.
Based on official tax filings, Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 77% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 75% for arts & culture charities in United States. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). By size, it is categorized as a medium organization. It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 74 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra. GiveRadar automatically screens charities for concerning patterns including high executive compensation, low program spending, and missing financial filings. Based on available official data, no issues have been identified.
According to GiveRadar's records, Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra holds active tax-deductible status on the IRS Publication 78 list, which means donations are tax-deductible and the organization is in good standing with the IRS. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It reports that 77% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 75%). You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research and does not endorse any organization. A GiveRadar Integrity Assessment reflects how much public data is available, not whether an organization is safe to donate to, so it is always smart to do your own research before giving.
Our New 2026/27 Season Be Part of the Music This new season isn't only about whatâs on stageâitâs also the feeling of being there. The energy, the connection, the moments that can only happen when we gather to listen together. Subscribe for first access to the best seats and experience it all from the inside. Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1958.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 77% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 75%. Its annual revenue of $1M is comparable to the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 846037740, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.
Filing history
6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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Tax-deductibility for donors
Donations may be tax-deductible for residents of United States under local rules. Confirm with the charity directly.
BOULDER PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA is registered in United States. Donations from the Netherlands to charities outside the EU/EEA are generally not tax-deductible for Dutch donors unless the charity is listed on the Dutch ANBI register with foreign-recognized status.
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Staff & volunteers
From filings and published profiles
Leadership
From FY2025 filing
Officers & trustees (24)
Source: Public filings
24 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
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10 articles found
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A World-Class Prokofiev Program Comes to Boulder - Boulder Jewish News
Boulder-area events for Sunday, Jan. 11: Boulder Philharmonic concert at Macky Auditorium - Daily Camera
Sara Parkinson Appointed Executive Director of Longmont Symphony Orchestra - symphony.org
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra’s SHIFT series brings a new tune to Planet Bluegrass - Daily Camera
Phil moves forward - Boulder Weekly
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra - City of Boulder (.gov)
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra presents VISIONS OF A BRIGHTER TOMORROW with Michael Butterman, conductor Richard Scofano, bandoneon and 3rd Law Dance/Theater - Yellow Scene Magazine
Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra presents "GRAN DUO: Higdon and Foley" with Xavier Foley, contrabass and Eunice Kim, violin - Yellow Scene Magazine
Meet the Boulder Phil - Travel Boulder
Alex Gonzalez - University of Colorado Boulder
Activity timeline
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Sources and verification
- Registration and legal identity
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
- Financial filings
- IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2025 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 74 disclosed in the public registry.
- News and media coverage
- GDELT Project + Google News
- Supplementary verification
- Charity Navigator
Data freshness
What we know and don't know
Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 74 officers on file
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Executive pay · Disclosed
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Government registration · Registered with an official registry
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Mission statement · Published
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Official website · On record
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Headquarters address · On file
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Direct contact · Email or phone published
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Tax-deductibility · Verified
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Founding date · 1958
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra
- What is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra?
- Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Boulder, United States. Our New 2026/27 Season Be Part of the Music This new season isn't only about whatâs on stageâitâs also the feeling of being there. The energy, the connection, the moments that can only happen when we gather to listen together. Subscribe for first access to the best seats and experience it all from the inside.
- When was Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra founded?
- Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra was founded in 1958.
- Who leads Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra?
- Miriam Kruger serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra located?
- Headquartered in Boulder, CO, United States.
- What is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $1M-$10M. 77% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra trustworthy?
- Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 90 out of 100 (Strong transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
- What is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 846037740.
- What is Boulder Philharmonic Orchestra's website?
- https://boulderphil.org