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Gloucester Writers Center Inc

The program of the gloucester writers center will include a library focused on the works of and about olson, ferrini, and related writers; a residency for visiting writers; …

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Integrity Assessment
Strong transparency
84/100 · methodology

About Gloucester Writers Center Inc

The writer-in-residence program provides space for visiting writers from around the world to work in gloucester, as well as the opportunity to share ideas and work-in-progress with local writers and audience. The maud/olson library is a singular scholarly resource bequeathed by collector/scholar ralph maud to the stewardship of the gloucester writers center. It is the most complete, and most thoroughly annotated gathering of olson source material in the world.aside from its importance to scholars, the maud/olson library is a community resource. It is a focal point for gloucester's citizens to meet and exchange ideas, as well as to learn more about the poet who immortalized their town. Because of the vast range of olson's sources, it is also a magnificent …

Founded
Headquarters
Gloucester, MA
Foundation type
Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2))
NTEE code
A20
IRS subsection
501(c)(03)
Ruling date

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IRS Tax-Deductible since 2010

Mission

The program of the gloucester writers center will include a library focused on the works of and about olson, ferrini, and related writers; a residency for visiting writers; public programs including lectures, films, and discussions of the work of olson, ferrini, and others; writing workshops; and outreach to young writers and readers. Support will be solicited from foundations, government agencies and the general public.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
Arts & Culture · NTEE A20
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How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United States
Program spending This charity: 48%
Peer average: 93%
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 24.85%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 84
Peer average: 93

Red flags

· 1 item
High Executive Pay
Top executive compensation is 28.4% of total expenses ($43,680 of $153,695).

Where every $1 goes

$0.48
Program expenses$0.48 ($18,727)

Common questions

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Gloucester Writers Center Inc is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Gloucester, MA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 2010 and has been operating for 16 years. Its EIN is 272817445. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84/100 (Strong transparency), indicating well-documented governance, financials, and contact details. The organization reports $176K in annual revenue. 33 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Gloucester Writers Center Inc 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 93/100.

Gloucester Writers Center Inc is located in Gloucester, MA, United States. The organization was established in 2010 and has been active for 16 years.

Based on official tax filings, Gloucester Writers Center Inc has $176K in annual revenue. It allocates 48% of expenses to programs and services. This is below the average of 93% 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.

Gloucester Writers Center Inc is classified as a Arts & Culture organization, registered in United States. It operates as a Publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)). It has $176K in annual revenue. The organization has 33 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Gloucester Writers Center Inc. 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.

Gloucester Writers Center Inc has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84/100 (Strong transparency), which suggests it is a well-documented organization. It is regulated by the IRS. 48% of expenses go to programs. The peer average is 93%. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

The writer-in-residence program provides space for visiting writers from around the world to work in gloucester, as well as the opportunity to share ideas and work-in-progress with local writers and audience. The maud/olson library is a singular scholarly resource bequeathed by collector/scholar ralph maud to the stewardship of the gloucester writers center. It is the most complete, and most thoroughly annotated gathering of olson source material in the world.aside from its importance to scholars, the maud/olson library is a community resource. It is a focal point for gloucester's citizens to meet and exchange ideas, as well as to learn more about the poet who immortalized their town. Because of the... Gloucester Writers Center Inc is classified as a arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 2010.

Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: Gloucester Writers Center Inc's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 84/100 is in line with the peer average of 93/100. It allocates 48% of expenses to programs, below the peer average of 93%. Its annual revenue of $176K is below the peer average of $1M.

Yes, donations to Gloucester Writers Center Inc are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Gloucester Writers Center Inc is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 272817445, 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.

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Annual revenue
$100K-$1M
48% to programs
Source: IRS 990 (FY2025) why this matters
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Filing history

6 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2025): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2025, FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

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Leadership

HE
Henry Ferrini
Executive Director

Officers & trustees (9)

Source: Public filings

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Dorothy S••••• N•••••
Director
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Heidi W••••••
VICE PRESIDENT
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Henri F••••••
Director
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Henry F••••••
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Jay F•••••••••••
PRESIDENT
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Maria M••••••••••
Director
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Mary C•••••••
CLERK
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Mary T••• C•••••
VICE PRESIDENT
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Megan H•••••••
Director
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$0.2M revenue
FY2025
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$0.2M revenue
FY2024
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$0.2M revenue
FY2023
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$0.2M revenue
FY2022
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$0.1M revenue
FY2021
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$0.1M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other arts & culture in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Gloucester Writers Center Inc This page 84 $175,769 48%
Paris Community Theater 93 $316,442 100%
Taylor Music Group 93 $100,949 83%
Chinese Center on Long Island Inc 93 $228,712 100%
Boston Festival Orchestra Inc 93 $215,316 94%
Oregon Arts Watch 93 $304,412 84%
Orchestra Santa Monica 93 $329,123 81%
Methow Music Festival Association 93 $217,431 100%
Border Crossing 93 $261,798 100%

Sources and verification

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

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
90%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Gloucester Writers Center Inc

What is Gloucester Writers Center Inc?
Gloucester Writers Center Inc is a arts & culture publicly-supported charity (509(a)(2)) based in Gloucester, United States. The writer-in-residence program provides space for visiting writers from around the world to work in gloucester, as well as the opportunity to share ideas and work-in-progress with local writers and audience. The maud/olson library is a singular scholarly resource bequeathed by collector/scholar ralph maud to the stewardship of the gloucester writers center. It is the most complete, and most thoroughly annotated gathering of olson source material in the world.aside from its importance to scholars, the maud/olson library is a community resource. It is a focal point for gloucester's citizens to meet and exchange ideas, as well as to learn more about the poet who immortalized their town. Because of the vast range of olson's sources, it is also a magnificent educational tool. High school and college students (several groups are already making use of the library), as well as people interested in olson and in poetry, can see how a major poet made use of his sources. The community education programs offered by gwc serves veterans, women of limited means, students, and the community at large by offering weekly classes, and ongoing workshops run throughout the year by our dedicated staff of teachers. Offerings have reached hundreds of participants this past year and included classes in fiction writing, playwriting, writing for publication, developing a writing practice, poetry, writing exercises for children, mentoring high school students etc. Collaborations with other organizations this year have included running writing workshops at cape ann museum, the office for veterans services, maritime gloucester, pathways for children, and gloucester high school. In addition to the three major programs, the gloucester writers center provides various programs to the community.
When was Gloucester Writers Center Inc founded?
Gloucester Writers Center Inc was founded in 2010.
Who leads Gloucester Writers Center Inc?
Henry Ferrini serves as Executive Director.
Where is Gloucester Writers Center Inc located?
Headquartered in Gloucester, United States.
What is Gloucester Writers Center Inc's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2025 is approximately $100K-$1M. 48% of expenses go to program services.
Is Gloucester Writers Center Inc trustworthy?
Gloucester Writers Center Inc 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 Gloucester Writers Center Inc's registration number?
IRS EIN: 272817445.
What is Gloucester Writers Center Inc's website?
http://gloucesterwriters.org