Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County
THE MISSION OF THE COLUMBIA ORCHESTRA ORGANIZATION IS TO FOSTER LIFELONG APPRECIATION OF, ENTHUSIASM FOR, AND PARTICIPATION IN MUSIC. THE MISSION FOCUSES ON PROVIDING THE COMMUNITY WITH HIGH-QUALITY …
Columbia Orchestra Of Howard County
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Mission
The mission of the columbia orchestra organization is to foster lifelong appreciation of, enthusiasm for, and participation in music. The mission focuses on providing the community with high-quality musical performances of orchestral works, chamber music, jazz, and beyond; providing musical resources tailored to the needs of students, teachers, and educational institutions; and providing local musicians with an opportunity to explore and perform great music.
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- It has more complete governance disclosure than nearly all comparable organizations, because GiveRadar has verified leadership, executive compensation, a mission statement and a founding date. See national comparisons
- It is one of the better-documented arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar currently tracks, because GiveRadar has verified its financial disclosures and its registration. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyColumbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Ellicott City, MD, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1977 and has been operating for 49 years. Its EIN is 521167569. 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 71/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $332K in annual revenue. 48 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 521167569. 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.
Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71/100. 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 71 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 81% 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.
Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County is located in Ellicott City, MD, United States. The organization was established in 1977 and has been active for 49 years. Its registered address is 8360 Court Ave Ste 1, United States.
Based on official tax filings, Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County has $332K in annual revenue. It allocates 81% of expenses to programs and services. This is above the average of 76% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is below the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). By size, it is categorized as a small organization. It has $332K in annual revenue. The organization has 48 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County. 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, Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County 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 81% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). 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.
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Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 81% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $332K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 521167569, 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
4 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2023): 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.
COLUMBIA CHAMBER ORCHESTRA OF HOWARD COUNTY 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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Leadership
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Officers & trustees (18)
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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 2023 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 48 disclosed in the public registry.
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Data freshness
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Financial data · FY2023 on record
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Named leadership · 48 officers on file
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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 · 1977
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Executive payTop-officer pay not disclosed
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County
- What is Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County?
- Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Ellicott City, United States. music that connects Get Your Tickets Today! two more chances! symphony of prizes Our season raffle, Symphony of Prizes, is still going strong, and our grand prize drawing is coming up! With incredible vendors like Tin Lizzie Wineworks, The Food Market, La Boheme, and Dill Dinkers, you don't want to miss out! Don't miss your chance
- When was Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County founded?
- Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County was founded in 1977.
- Who leads Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County?
- Elaine Newhall serves as TREASURER.
- Where is Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County located?
- Headquartered in Ellicott City, MD, United States.
- What is Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2023 is approximately $100K-$1M. 81% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County trustworthy?
- Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 71 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 Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 521167569.
- What is Columbia Chamber Orchestra of Howard County's website?
- https://www.columbiaorchestra.org