Disco Riot
Disco Riot's mission is to engage in charitable and educational activities related to the performing arts.
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Mission
Disco Riot's mission is to engage in charitable and educational activities related to the performing arts.
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2025 · IRS 990 (FY2025)GiveRadar Analysis
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Based on the records currently verified by GiveRadar, Disco Riot has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- GiveRadar has verified more about this organization than about 96% 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
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable organizations, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
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- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDisco Riot is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in San Diego, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2018 and has been operating for 8 years. Its EIN is 832959175. 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 84/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $178K in annual revenue. 26 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Disco Riot's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 832959175. 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.
Disco Riot has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84/100. 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 84 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.
Disco Riot is located in San Diego, CA, United States. The organization was established in 2018 and has been active for 8 years.
Based on official tax filings, Disco Riot has $178K in annual revenue. It allocates 64% of expenses to programs and services. This is below 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.
Disco Riot 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 small organization. It has $178K in annual revenue. The organization has 26 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Disco Riot. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.
According to GiveRadar's records, Disco Riot 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 64% 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.
Queer Mvmnt FestThrough an intersectional lens, Queer Mvmnt Fest, has highlighted LGBTQ+ artists with emphasis on BIPOC contributors, through performance, workshops, discussions, and classes for affinity groups and the general public. These funds were used to pay contracted artists and the resources to support them such as rehearsal and performance space, and administrative and production staff. Choreo & _Choreo & _______ is a performance plus an activity that allows for people to engage in something physical between short dance performances by local movement artists. This intersection of performance and participation creates a unique experience for local dance artists and audiences. Choreo & _______ is about engaging with meaningful opportunities to... Disco Riot is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2018.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 64% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $178K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Disco Riot are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Disco Riot is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 832959175, 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 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.
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DISCO RIOT 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 (8)
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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 - 26 disclosed in the public registry.
- Supplementary verification
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Data freshness
What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2025 on record
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Named leadership · 26 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 · 2018
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
Methodology
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Quick facts about Disco Riot
- What is Disco Riot?
- Disco Riot is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in San Diego, United States. Queer Mvmnt FestThrough an intersectional lens, Queer Mvmnt Fest, has highlighted LGBTQ+ artists with emphasis on BIPOC contributors, through performance, workshops, discussions, and classes for affinity groups and the general public. These funds were used to pay contracted artists and the resources to support them such as rehearsal and performance space, and administrative and production staff. Choreo & _Choreo & _______ is a performance plus an activity that allows for people to engage in something physical between short dance performances by local movement artists. This intersection of performance and participation creates a unique experience for local dance artists and audiences. Choreo & _______ is about engaging with meaningful opportunities to move our bodies, enjoy physical expression, and build community through movement. S P A C E Alliance DISCO RIOTs S P A C E Alliance Studio Residency program promotes the cooperation of local spaces and movement-artists. This unique program not only connects dance makers to rehearsal space, but also offers an organized and mindful experience for creative inquiry, artistic development, networking, creative and cultural exchange, and a platform to share work. Outreach DevelopmentOur core dance and teaching artists work year round, teaching dance classes (for dancers and non-dancers alike) offered by donation to the public, and developing performances and collaborations throughout San Diego. These artists are committed to education and art practice that lead by example, and uphold the mission of our organization, to move dance towards community, justice, and radical expression.
- When was Disco Riot founded?
- Disco Riot was founded in 2018.
- Who leads Disco Riot?
- Lavina Rich serves as Treasurer.
- Where is Disco Riot located?
- Headquartered in San Diego, CA, United States.
- What is Disco Riot's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 64% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Disco Riot trustworthy?
- Disco Riot has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84 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 Disco Riot's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 832959175. Registration: 83-2959175 (United States).
- What is Disco Riot's website?
- http://www.discoriot.org