Program areas at Akron Soul Train
Akron Soul Train has awarded 74 artists with paid residencies since its inception in 2016 and has supported an additional 16 artists through projects designed for our capsoul gallery. To augment the voice of the artist and to engage with our non-arts community members we actively look for interdisciplinary program opportunities in addition to the 12 artist- led programs we host each year for our community. Ast also actively pursues collaborative partnerships that align with our mission and vision to create a destination for greater Akron residents to engage with artists and participate in the artistic process. In 2022 we began a partnership with Akron public schools, college, and career academies as part of their non-profit discovery experience. The purpose is to provide students with an opportunity to learn about a nonprofit's mission, to become aware of the needs and resources available in their community, and to explore the careers within the organization that support the success of that nonprofits work. On november 15, 2022, we welcomed a small class of sixth-grade miller south students as part of this collaboration. The students toured our facilities, interacted with the art of emerging artist daniel trzcinski, and had a one-on-one discussion with our artist-in-residence, drew ipolliti. From a data context here are some numbers that we are proud to present. Ast has seen a 33% increase in artist-in-residence applications since we launched our 2018 online application process. The organization has seen a 30% increase in total in-person attendance since 2021, and weve increased the number of bipoc attendees by 9% in 2022. Additionally, we send the ast artists post-residency feedback surveys at both the conclusion of the residency and 2 years post-residency. These are anonymous and intend to evaluate how well we have served artists in short and long terms and are used as guideposts for any changes that may be necessary to meet artist needs. Testimonials from these anonymous surveys indicate that our program is making a difference. I have received more exhibition offers in the area, contact with people who viewed the press review, the sale of a piece in the show, new interactions with the community, and an addition to my resume that will help me participate in future residency programs nationally and internationally. Most importantly though, i had the opportunity and resources to take time to create a new series of work that i feel defines my artistic expression, and will inform much of my future work. I was able to show a gallerist my work which helped me get a solo show. Before and during the exhibition there was ample press coverage as well as opportunities to speak with the public. Long term these artifacts and experiences will serve me well as i pursue additional opportunities.
Who funds Akron Soul Train
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Akron Soul Train
Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
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Nancy Brennan | President | $0 | 2023-10-02 |
Arnold Tunstall | Treasurer | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
Jill Bacon Madden | Vice - President | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
Jenny Frantz | Treasurer , R | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
Elizabeth Robb | Secretary | $0 | 2022-12-31 |
...and 2 more key personnel |
Financials for Akron Soul Train
Revenues | FYE 12/2022 | FYE 12/2021 | % Change |
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Total grants, contributions, etc. | $111,697 | $87,845 | 27.2% |
Program services | $1,889 | $0 | 999% |
Investment income and dividends | $0 | $0 | - |
Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
Royalty revenue | $0 | $0 | - |
Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $0 | $0 | - |
Net income from fundraising events | $0 | $-866 | -100% |
Net income from gaming activities | $0 | $0 | - |
Net income from sales of inventory | $1,406 | $3,500 | -59.8% |
Miscellaneous revenues | $0 | $0 | - |
Total revenues | $114,992 | $90,479 | 27.1% |
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Data update history
December 4, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2022
December 3, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
July 14, 2023
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2021
July 4, 2023
Updated personnel
Identified 1 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsCharities
Issues
EducationArts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
State / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportTax deductible donations
General information
- Address
- 121 S Main St
- Akron, OH 44308
- Metro area
- Akron, OH
- County
- Summit County, OH
- Website URL
- akronsoultrain.org/Â
- Phone
- (330) 761-1478
IRS details
- EIN
- 81-1199928
- Fiscal year end
- December
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 2016
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A25: Arts Education, Schools of Art
- NAICS code, primary
- 7113: Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events
- Parent/child status
- Independent
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