General explanation attachment |
Form 990-EZ, Part III - Primary Exempt PurposeTo Cultivate and enrich a robust cultural presence throughout the community by providing a eclectic mix of performances, festivals and events. Form 990-EX, Part III, Line 28- First Accomplishementthe organization coordinates eents throughout the year known as Sounds & sights on Thursday Nights, an eleven-week program throughout the summer, and Sounds & Sights Festival, a three-day arts, music and food festival. Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights occurs frm mid-June through mid-August and offers a variety of music and entertainment throughout downtown Chelsea every Thursday night. Approximately 1,500 people attend each week. There is no charge to the public to attend this event; however, the performers are paid to entertain. The Sounds & Sights Festival is a three-day weekend event held the last weekend in July. This festival is a major fundraiser to support Sounds & Sights on Thursday Nights. The festival consists of music, and art market, entertainment and activities specific for children, a classic car show, food and more. Approximately 10,000 to 15,000 people attend this event. Form 990-EZ, Part III, Line 29 - Second AccomplishmentThe organization coordinates an event known as Sculpture Walk to bring free contemporary art to visitiors and Chelsea residents. This is an annual exhibit that has been a welcome addition to Chelsea that enhances and enables the cultral and artistic Chelsea City Brand. |
List of grants and similar amounts paid Part I line 10 |
Activity Scholarship Grantee Chelsea High School Street 740 N. Freer Rd City, State, Zip Chelsea, MI 48118Amount 1,000 |
Description of other expenses Part I line 16 |
Description AmountMarketing 9,868Marketing - SSF 10,437Webdesign 12,892Social Tent 9,584Supplies 2,825Art Market 2,555Credit Card Fees 2,188Telephone/Internet 69Rental 1,029KidZone Expenses 3,596Miscellaneous 4,792Car Show 749HTH Expense 2,770 |
Other changes in net assets or fund balances Part I line 20 |
Description AmountPrior Period Adjustment (2,605) |
Description of other assets Part II line 24 |
Category Beginning of Year End of YearAccounts Receivable 3,400 0Prepaid Exp. and Def. Charges 95 0Undeposited Funds 1,850 0 |