Program areas at Seattle Symphony Orchestra
The Seattle Symphony is one of america's leading orchestras and is internationally acclaimed for its innovative programming and extensive recording history. The 2022-2023 season saw increased post-pandemic audiences with 187,235 attending in person. That included 36,098 free or discounted tickets and over 50 community events and programs to underserved populations throughout the puget sound region. Streaming services was an add on benefit to subscribers and single concert goers who were able to view programming remotely. The Symphony also provided streaming services to other artistic organizations and community group events taking place at benaroya hall.
Educational programming returned to in person and live events in addition to digital content delivered through the streaming platform. Attendance in the 22/23 season was 5,481 students and families including offsite events throughout the puget sound region. The listen boldly app has enhanced the Symphony's education and community engagement outreach, with all programs for public benefit now available digitally to families, students and teachers across the state and canada. Program highlights include tiny tots concerts, link up, an interactive concert experience for elementary schools, and the young composers workshop.
Grants made by Seattle Symphony Orchestra
| Grantee | Grant description | Grant year | Amount |
|---|
| B H Music Center | Facility Support | 2023-08 | $360,254 |
Who funds Seattle Symphony Orchestra
Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
Personnel at Seattle Symphony Orchestra
| Name | Title | Compensation | Date of data |
|---|
| Krishna Thiagarajan | President and Chief Executive Officer | $482,796 | 2023-08-31 |
| Cheronne Wong | Chief Financial Officer and Benaroya Hall Chief Operating Officer | $234,561 | 2024-07-01 |
| Christine Wood | Vice President of Marketing and Comm. / Vice President of Marketing and Communications / Vice President Marketing and Communications | $150,646 | 2023-08-31 |
| Maria Yang | Vice President Development | $249,744 | 2023-08-31 |
| Raff Wilson | Vice President Artistic Plannng | $161,188 | 2023-08-31 |
| ...and 15 more key personnel |
Financials for Seattle Symphony Orchestra
| Revenues | FYE 08/2023 | FYE 08/2022 | % Change |
|---|
| Total grants, contributions, etc. | $18,584,110 | $19,286,995 | -3.6% |
| Program services | $12,408,548 | $8,536,733 | 45.4% |
| Investment income and dividends | $294,453 | $214,528 | 37.3% |
| Tax-exempt bond proceeds | $0 | $0 | - |
| Royalty revenue | $9,143 | $12,993 | -29.6% |
| Net rental income | $0 | $0 | - |
| Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets | $8,675 | $-11,283 | 176.9% |
| Net income from fundraising events | $-154,957 | $-126,559 | -22.4% |
| Net income from gaming activities | $-7,925 | $0 | -999% |
| Net income from sales of inventory | $49,899 | $32,708 | 52.6% |
| Miscellaneous revenues | $65,273 | $9,034 | 622.5% |
| Total revenues | $31,257,219 | $27,955,149 | 11.8% |
Organizations like Seattle Symphony Orchestra
| Organization | Type | Location | Revenue |
|---|
| Jacksonville Symphony Association | 501(c)(3) | Jacksonville, FL | $28,820,293 |
| Detroit Symphony Orchestra (DSO) | 501(c)(3) | Detroit, MI | $39,235,887 |
| Boston Symphony Orchestra | 501(c)(3) | Boston, MA | $93,229,092 |
| Saint Louis Symphony Orchestra | 501(c)(3) | Saint Louis, MO | $52,207,291 |
| Sarasota Orchestra | 501(c)(3) | Sarasota, FL | $10,091,175 |
| Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra | 501(c)(3) | Milwaukee, WI | $18,464,144 |
| North Carolina Symphony Society | 501(c)(3) | Raleigh, NC | $14,909,528 |
| Philadelphia Orchestra Association | 501(c)(3) | Philadelphia, PA | $55,220,839 |
| The Florida Orchestra | 501(c)(3) | St Petersburg, FL | $10,177,429 |
| Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra (PSO) | 501(c)(3) | Pittsburgh, PA | $30,841,021 |
Data update history
September 1, 2024
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
August 31, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 4 new personnel
August 26, 2024
Used new vendors
Identified 3 new vendors, including , , and
Nonprofit Types
Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsPerforming arts organizationsOperas and symphoniesMusical groupsHeadquarter / parent organizationsCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Political advocacyLobbyingPartially liquidatedFundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingCommunity engagement / volunteeringGala fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
- Address
- PO Box 21906
- Seattle, WA 98111
- Metro area
- Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA
- County
- King County, WA
- Website URL
- seattlesymphony.org/Â
- Phone
- (206) 215-4700
- Facebook page
- seattlesymphonyÂ
- Twitter profile
- @seattlesymphonyÂ
IRS details
- EIN
- 91-0667412
- Fiscal year end
- August
- Taxreturn type
- Form 990
- Year formed
- 1903
- Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
- Yes
Categorization
- NTEE code, primary
- A69: Symphony Orchestras
- NAICS code, primary
- 711130: Musical Groups and Artists
- Parent/child status
- Central organization
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