Alias Chamber Ensemble
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Declining revenue
Alias Chamber Ensemble is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, registered in 2004, with $47,573 in FY2020 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+.
Po Box 40723, Nashville, TN, 37204 EIN 20-1247243 Since 2004
Revenue (FY2020)
$48K
▲ 0.1% vs prior year
Arts & Culture median: $159K
Expenses (FY2020)
$35K
Net assets
$44K
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
★★★★
Rated on 2 of 4 criteria — the rest aren't reported in this filing type.
Held down by its weakest criterion — a strong score on one criterion can't hide a weak one.
How the rating works →—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Alias Chamber Ensemble— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
AFinancial health25% of the rating15 mo reserves · +27% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Alias Chamber Ensemble: 15 mo reserves · +27% margin earns a A on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Alias Chamber Ensemble— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Alias Chamber Ensemble: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- Po Box 40723, Nashville, TN, 37204
- City
- Nashville
- State
- Tennessee
- Category
- Arts, Culture & Humanities
- Subcategory
- Performing Arts
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $61K (FY2012) to $48K (FY2020) across 9 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2020)
Liabilities $0Net assets $44K
Operating margin
26.9%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$44K
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$44K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $47,573▲0.1% | $34,766▼14.7% | $43,776▲41.4% | $43,776▲41.4% | 990EZ |
| 2019 | $47,534▼30.2% | $40,774▼45.8% | $30,969▲27.9% | $30,969▲27.9% | 990EZ |
| 2018 | $68,138▲16.5% | $75,271▲14.9% | $24,209▼22.8% | $24,209▼22.8% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $58,494▲16.6% | $65,519▲46.3% | $31,342▼18.3% | $31,342▼18.3% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $50,173▲20.5% | $44,785▲10.9% | $38,367▲16.3% | $38,367▲16.3% | 990EZ |
| 2015 | $41,651▼43.7% | $40,376▼45.7% | $32,979▲4.0% | $32,979▲4.0% | 990EZ |
| 2014 | $74,025▲20.8% | $74,340▲14.8% | $31,704▼1.0% | $31,704▼1.0% | 990EZ |
| 2013 | $61,279▲0.5% | $64,766▲2.8% | $32,019▼9.8% | $32,019▼9.8% | 990EZ |
| 2012 | $60,989 | $63,029 | $35,506 | $35,506 | 990EZ |
Original Form 990 PDFs (the Form column) are served by ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer, as filed with the IRS. Create a free account to download the CSV report.
Grants received · $84K total
22 grants to Alias Chamber Ensemble totaling $84K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings — showing the 15 most recent.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Alias's dedicated to innovative repertoire, artistic excellence, and a desire to give back to the community, bringing chamber music to audiences of all ages and backgrounds for deep impact. | 2024 | $15,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund the alias in the community program (aic), which presents classical music and educational programming to schools/community organizations. | 2022 | $10,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund the alias in the community program (aic), which presents classical music and educational programming to schools/community organizations. | 2020 | $7,500 |
| Southeast Community Capital Corporation | Coronavirus relief fund - metro cares grant - arts organizations | 2020 | $5,816 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Arts/humanities | 2020 | $1,376 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | For general support | 2020 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund the alias in the community program (aic), which brings classical music and educational programming into schools/community organizations. | 2019 | $7,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Arts/humanities | 2019 | $1,094 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | For general support | 2019 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund the alias in the community program (aic), which brings classical music and educational programming into schools/community organizations. | 2018 | $8,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Arts/humanities | 2018 | $2,154 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund classical music and educational programming for schools and community organizations, reaching 500+ students. | 2017 | $7,150 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | Arts/humanities | 2017 | $1,887 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | For general suppor | 2017 | $1,000 |
| The Community Fdn of Middle Tn Inc | To fund the education and community program (ecp), which brings classical music and educational programming into schools and community organizations. | 2016 | $5,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Alias Chamber Ensemble a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Alias Chamber Ensemble is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 20-1247243, based in Nashville, Tennessee. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Alias Chamber Ensemble's EIN?
- Alias Chamber Ensemble's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 20-1247243.
- How much revenue does Alias Chamber Ensemble report?
- Alias Chamber Ensemble reported $47,573 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2020 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Alias Chamber Ensemble have?
- CharityIndex grades Alias Chamber Ensemble C+, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Alias Chamber Ensemble (EIN 20-1247243) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.