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Duluth-Superior Symphony Association

OUR MISSION IS TO ENHANCE OUR COMMUNITY THROUGH THE PERFORMANCE OF SYMPHONIC MUSIC THAT ENGAGES AND INSPIRES. OUR VISION IS THAT WE ENVISION A STRONGER COMMUNITY THROUGH THE …

Duluth-Superior Symphony

Arts & Culture Duluth, MN EIN: 410760835 (IRS) Sign up to see website
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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
80/100 · methodology

About Duluth-Superior Symphony Association

For more than 90 years, the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra has delighted audiences throughout northern Minnesota with orchestral music of the highest caliber. From chamber concerts performed throughout the city, to the epic works of the orchestral repertoire, from Young Person’s Concerts to delightful Pops for the entire family, the DSSO reaches thousands of individuals throughout its season.

Founded
Headquarters
Duluth, MN
Foundation type
Supporting organization (509(a)(3))
NTEE code
A690
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1944

Mission

Our mission is to enhance our community through the performance of symphonic music that engages and inspires. Our vision is that we envision a stronger community through the power of music and musician artistry. Our goals include: with the power of symphonic music, we will create an environment that nurtures music-making at the highest possible levels. We will be an organization creating moving and engaging experiences for our audiences. We will become deeply integrated into the community and assume a leadership role in order to engage as many people as possible.

Focus areas & reach

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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United States
Program spending This charity: 62%
Peer average: 75%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 6.74%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 80
Peer average: 90

Concerns

· None found
No red flags found
Screened for IRS revocation history, Open investigations, Governance scandals, Related-party deals, Excessive exec comp.

Where every $1 goes

· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)
$0.62
Program$0.62

GiveRadar Analysis

Original analysis from GiveRadar's dataset of comparable organizations

GiveRadar's verified records show Duluth-Superior Symphony Association with a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.

  • Established in 1932, it is among the oldest arts & culture charities in the United States GiveRadar tracks. 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
  • By reported annual revenue, it is larger than 87% of the 55,580 arts & culture charities in the United States with financial records on GiveRadar. See the filings
GiveRadar has verified
  • government registration
  • financial records (5 filed years)
  • disclosed leadership
  • a website
  • a contact email
  • a donation page
Not yet verified by GiveRadar
  • 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 + methodology

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Duluth, MN, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1932 and has been operating for 94 years. Its EIN is 410760835. 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 $1M in annual revenue. 71 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. No red flags have been detected.

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 410760835. 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.

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association 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. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for arts & culture charities in United States is 90/100.

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is located in Duluth, MN, United States. The organization was established in 1932 and has been active for 94 years. Its registered address is 506 W Michigan St, United States.

Based on official tax filings, Duluth-Superior Symphony Association has $1M in annual revenue. It allocates 62% of expenses to programs and services. This is below 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.

Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is classified as an Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Supporting organization (509(a)(3)). It has $1M in annual revenue. The organization has 71 disclosed officers and directors.

No red flags have been detected for Duluth-Superior Symphony Association. 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, Duluth-Superior Symphony Association 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 62% 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.

For more than 90 years, the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra has delighted audiences throughout northern Minnesota with orchestral music of the highest caliber. From chamber concerts performed throughout the city, to the epic works of the orchestral repertoire, from Young Person’s Concerts to delightful Pops for the entire family, the DSSO reaches thousands of individuals throughout its season. Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1932.

Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 62% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 75%. Its annual revenue of $1M is comparable to the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Duluth-Superior Symphony Association are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 410760835, 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.

Annual revenue
$1M-$10M
62% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

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Staff & volunteers

From filings and published profiles

Employees
199

Leadership

From FY2024 filing

BR
Brandon V••••••••••••••
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Activity timeline

Filings and press mentions, merged

Form filed
$1.2M revenue
FY2024
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.2M revenue
FY2023
IRS 990
Form filed
$1.3M revenue
FY2022
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.8M revenue
FY2021
IRS 990
Form filed
$0.9M revenue
FY2020
IRS 990

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Cause areas in United States

How many charities work in each area, with this charity's area highlighted.

Human Services 322,679
Education 195,586
Arts & Culture this charity 133,128
Advocacy & Civil Rights 128,026
Religion 114,636
Health 98,862
Community Development 56,086
Youth Development 53,450
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Most common causes in United States

Causes charities work on most, with this charity's causes ticked.

Community Development 235,146
Education 159,016
Religion 103,741
Arts & Culture 101,203
Human Rights 76,926
Health 65,250
Youth Development 47,775
Animal Welfare 32,425

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 - 71 disclosed in the public registry.
Supplementary verification
Charity Navigator

Data freshness

Last updated
Jun 6, 2026
Registry checked
Jun 6, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we know and don't know

Exactly which public data we hold on this charity. Our score reflects transparency, not impact.

On record · 10
  • Financial data · FY2024 on record
  • Named leadership · 71 officers on file
  • Executive pay · Disclosed
  • Government registration · Registered with an official registry
  • Mission statement · Published
  • Official website · On record
  • Headquarters address · On file
  • Direct contact · Email or phone published
  • Tax-deductibility · Verified
  • Founding date · 1932
Not available · 1
  • Programs & activities
    No named programs listed by the charity

Methodology

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Quick facts about Duluth-Superior Symphony Association

What is Duluth-Superior Symphony Association?
Duluth-Superior Symphony Association is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Duluth, United States. For more than 90 years, the Duluth Superior Symphony Orchestra has delighted audiences throughout northern Minnesota with orchestral music of the highest caliber. From chamber concerts performed throughout the city, to the epic works of the orchestral repertoire, from Young Person’s Concerts to delightful Pops for the entire family, the DSSO reaches thousands of individuals throughout its season.
When was Duluth-Superior Symphony Association founded?
Duluth-Superior Symphony Association was founded in 1932.
Who leads Duluth-Superior Symphony Association?
Brandon Vanwaeyenberghe serves as EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR.
Where is Duluth-Superior Symphony Association located?
Headquartered in Duluth, MN, United States.
What is Duluth-Superior Symphony Association's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1M-$10M. 62% of expenses go to program services.
Is Duluth-Superior Symphony Association trustworthy?
Duluth-Superior Symphony Association 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 Duluth-Superior Symphony Association's registration number?
IRS EIN: 410760835.
What is Duluth-Superior Symphony Association's website?
https://www.dsso.com