Dallas Symphony Association Inc
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From the classics, Bach, Verdi & Tchaikovsky to Modern, Jazz & Pops, the DSO has it all. Guest conductors & performances. For tickets call (214) 849.4376 today.
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Mission
To inspire and change lives through musical excellence.
Focus areas & reach
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· vs. 4 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· None foundWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations
GiveRadar's verified records show Dallas Symphony Association Inc with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 4 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has cross-referenced this organization across 4 independent sources, led by the IRS - more than 97% of comparable charities. See the sources
- Established in 1945, it predates 93% of the arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar has a founding year for. View this cohort
- 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 governance. Most of those have little verified data on record yet. View this cohort
- government registration
- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
- an owner-submitted profile claim
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Common questions
· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDallas Symphony Association Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Dallas, TX, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1945 and has been operating for 81 years. Its EIN is 750705442. 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 80/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $42M in annual revenue. 236 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.
Dallas Symphony Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 750705442. 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.
Dallas Symphony Association Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80/100. 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 80 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 82% 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.
Dallas Symphony Association Inc is located in Dallas, TX, United States. The organization was established in 1945 and has been active for 81 years.
Based on official tax filings, Dallas Symphony Association Inc has $42M in annual revenue. It allocates 82% of expenses to programs and services. This is in line with the average of 78% for arts & culture charities in United States. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $1M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.
Dallas Symphony Association Inc 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 large organization. It has $42M in annual revenue. The organization has 236 disclosed officers and directors.
No red flags have been detected for Dallas Symphony Association Inc. 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, Dallas Symphony Association Inc 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 82% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 78%). 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.
From the classics, Bach, Verdi & Tchaikovsky to Modern, Jazz & Pops, the DSO has it all. Guest conductors & performances. For tickets call (214) 849.4376 today. Dallas Symphony Association Inc is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1945.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 82% of expenses to programs, in line with the peer average of 78%. Its annual revenue of $42M is well above the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Dallas Symphony Association Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 750705442, 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
5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): 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.
DALLAS SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION INC 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 FY2024 filing
Officers & trustees (25)
Source: Public filings
25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
Latest news
From global news sources
10 articles found
From news sources and the organization. Shown for transparency; news never affects the integrity score.
Limmie Pulliam, tenor soloist in Dallas Symphony’s Mahler Eighth, has died at 51 - Dallas News
A stunning Mahler Eighth from the Dallas Symphony Orchestra - Yahoo
JUST IN: 2027 Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Presentation Ball Debutantes And Details Revealed - My Sweet Charity
Dallas Symphony Orchestra presents Memorial Day Parks Concert - CultureMap Dallas
Review: Dallas Symphony Goes for Baroque - symphony.org
Dallas Symphony Orchestra League Hits All the Right "Fashion Notes" - PaperCity Magazine
Fabio Luisi and the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Release Wagner’s Ring Cycle - The Classic Review
Stravinsky Meets Kendrick Lamar at Dallas Symphony Orchestra - symphony.org
Dallas Symphony Orchestra To Present Stravinsky X Kendrick Lamar Concert - The Violin Channel
Dallas symphony concert fuses music of rapper Kendrick Lamar and composer Igor Stravinsky - KERA News
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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 2024 most recent on file.
- Officers and trustees
- Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 236 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 236 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 · 1945
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Dallas Symphony Association Inc
- What is Dallas Symphony Association Inc?
- Dallas Symphony Association Inc is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Dallas, United States. From the classics, Bach, Verdi & Tchaikovsky to Modern, Jazz & Pops, the DSO has it all. Guest conductors & performances. For tickets call (214) 849.4376 today.
- When was Dallas Symphony Association Inc founded?
- Dallas Symphony Association Inc was founded in 1945.
- Who leads Dallas Symphony Association Inc?
- Melissa Rutledge serves as CFO.
- Where is Dallas Symphony Association Inc located?
- Headquartered in Dallas, TX, United States.
- What is Dallas Symphony Association Inc's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $10M-$100M. 82% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Dallas Symphony Association Inc trustworthy?
- Dallas Symphony Association Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 80 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 Dallas Symphony Association Inc's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 750705442.
- What is Dallas Symphony Association Inc's website?
- http://www.dallassymphony.org