Kern Dance Alliance
to promote/expand understanding and appreciation of dance through education and performance outreach.
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Mission
to promote/expand understanding and appreciation of dance through education and performance outreach.
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· vs. 8 similar arts & culture in United StatesConcerns
· 1 red flagWhere every $1 goes
· FY2024 · IRS 990 (FY2024)GiveRadar Analysis
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From what GiveRadar has verified so far, Kern Dance Alliance has a complete profile, cross-referenced across 3 independent sources including the IRS.
- It has more complete contact information than nearly all comparable charities, with a verified website, email, phone and address on record. See national comparisons
- GiveRadar holds a more complete profile for this organization than for 81% 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
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· Auto-generated from filings + methodologyKern Dance Alliance is a registered arts & culture nonprofit based in Bakersfield, CA, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1996 and has been operating for 30 years. Its EIN is 770437598. 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 74/100, which reflects how much public information is available, not whether the charity is legitimate. The organization reports $502K in annual revenue. 76 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.
Kern Dance Alliance's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 770437598. 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.
Kern Dance Alliance has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74/100. 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 74 ('Strong transparency') reflects well-documented governance, recent financials, named leadership, and working contact details. The charity allocates 94% 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.
Kern Dance Alliance is located in Bakersfield, CA, United States. The organization was established in 1996 and has been active for 30 years.
Based on official tax filings, Kern Dance Alliance has $502K in annual revenue. It allocates 94% of expenses to programs and services. This is above 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.
Kern Dance Alliance 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 medium organization. It has $502K in annual revenue. The organization has 76 disclosed officers and directors.
GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Kern Dance Alliance. 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, Kern Dance Alliance 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 94% of expenses go to programs (the peer average is 76%). 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.
Shine for girls Math+dance = success. shine for girls offers an after school program for middle school girls that combines formal dance training with rigorous math instructions to improve girls' math scores and spark their interest in STEM careers. children's dance education and outreach event benefits local children from the Bakersfield Homeless Center, CASA, Garden Pathways, Boys and Girls Club, and other organizations that serve socio and economically disadvantaged children by providing them with an afternoon of dance at one of Kern Countys most treasured theaters. Books in Motion is geared for children in the early literacy stages (K-3rd grade) and is designed to tap into their imagination and encourage... Kern Dance Alliance is classified as an arts & culture organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1996.
Among arts & culture charities registered in United States: It allocates 94% of expenses to programs, above the peer average of 76%. Its annual revenue of $502K is below the peer average of $1M.
Yes, donations to Kern Dance Alliance are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Kern Dance Alliance is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. Its EIN is 770437598, 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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KERN DANCE ALLIANCE 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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Officers & trustees (24)
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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 - 76 disclosed in the public registry.
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What we know and don't know
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Financial data · FY2024 on record
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Named leadership · 76 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 · 1996
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Programs & activitiesNo named programs listed by the charity
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Quick facts about Kern Dance Alliance
- What is Kern Dance Alliance?
- Kern Dance Alliance is a arts & culture supporting organization (509(a)(3)) based in Bakersfield, United States. Shine for girls Math+dance = success. shine for girls offers an after school program for middle school girls that combines formal dance training with rigorous math instructions to improve girls' math scores and spark their interest in STEM careers. children's dance education and outreach event benefits local children from the Bakersfield Homeless Center, CASA, Garden Pathways, Boys and Girls Club, and other organizations that serve socio and economically disadvantaged children by providing them with an afternoon of dance at one of Kern Countys most treasured theaters. Books in Motion is geared for children in the early literacy stages (K-3rd grade) and is designed to tap into their imagination and encourage them to read. For some, reading is a concept that is too foreign to understand due to age and brain development. Books in Motion will bypass this intangible feeling by allowing children to see the magic of a book laid out with real characters coming to life. Children do not have to read the words they can read the dancers movements to understand the story. By tapping into curiosity, children are motivated to explore literacy, which leads them back to the written words that brought the book to life. Books in Motion has reached over 6000 children and has given away nearly 3000 free books since 2017. Throughout the summer of 2021, Books in Motion films were released online to inspire children to read through dance! Featuring beloved childrens books like the Pied Piper and Groovy Joes Dance Party Countdown, Books in Motion films included a narrated performance of a book and choreography children could learn to promote the books theme. Additionally, the films featured a craft session to promote literacy goals via role playing at home. Finally, children were able to pick up a FREE book and a craft kit from Kern County libraries including Arvin, Beale, Delano, Kern River Valley, Ridgecrest, Taft, and Tehachapi! New in 2021, Books in Motion also included a celebrity re
- When was Kern Dance Alliance founded?
- Kern Dance Alliance was founded in 1996.
- Who leads Kern Dance Alliance?
- Andrea Hansen serves as Executive Director.
- Where is Kern Dance Alliance located?
- Headquartered in Bakersfield, CA, United States.
- What is Kern Dance Alliance's annual budget?
- Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $100K-$1M. 94% of expenses go to program services.
- Is Kern Dance Alliance trustworthy?
- Kern Dance Alliance has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 74 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 Kern Dance Alliance's registration number?
- IRS EIN: 770437598.
- What is Kern Dance Alliance's website?
- http://kerndance.org