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
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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.
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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.
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· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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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
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- financial records (5 filed years)
- disclosed leadership
- a website
- a contact email
- a donation page
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyDuluth-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.
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.
DULUTH-SUPERIOR SYMPHONY ASSOCIATION 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 (25)
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25 officers and trustees on file - free with a GiveRadar account.
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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 - 71 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 · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 71 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 · 1932
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Programs & activitiesNo 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