Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project
Only null% goes to programs Growing revenue
Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Los Angeles, California, registered in 2002, with $80,579 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it D.
137 N Larchmont Blvd Ste 134, Los Angeles, CA, 90004 EIN 95-4890358 Since 2002
Revenue (FY2024)
$81K
▼ 78.4% vs prior year
Arts & Culture median: $159K
Expenses (FY2024)
$193K
Net assets
$81K
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.
D
—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 Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
FFinancial health25% of the rating5 mo reserves · -139% 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 Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project: 5 mo reserves · -139% margin earns a F 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 Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
CTransparency10% of the rating2 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 Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project: 2 of 5 disclosure signals earns a C on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 137 N Larchmont Blvd Ste 134, Los Angeles, CA, 90004
- City
- Los Angeles
- State
- California
- Category
- Arts, Culture & Humanities
- Subcategory
- Performing Arts
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue declined from $135K (FY2016) to $81K (FY2024) across 9 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $110KNet assets $81K
Operating margin
-139.5%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$191K
Total liabilities
$110K
Net assets
$81K
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $80,579▼78.4% | $192,969▼41.6% | $81,345▼58.0% | $191,261▼42.1% | 990 |
| 2023 | $372,384▲45.8% | $330,271▲65.9% | $193,735▲27.8% | $330,563▲118% | 990 |
| 2022 | $255,370▲366% | $199,044▲195% | $151,622▲59.1% | $151,622▲59.1% | 990 |
| 2021 | $54,847▼53.3% | $67,398▼22.4% | $95,296▼11.6% | $95,296▼11.6% | 990EZ |
| 2020 | $117,542▲19.0% | $86,889▼7.5% | $107,847▲39.7% | $107,847▲39.7% | 990EZ |
| 2019 | $98,747▼8.6% | $93,971▼17.2% | $77,194▲7.5% | $77,194▲7.5% | 990EZ |
| 2018 | $108,045▼15.9% | $113,547▼5.3% | $71,798▼7.1% | $71,798▼7.1% | 990EZ |
| 2017 | $128,444▼4.6% | $119,953▼6.0% | $77,300▲12.3% | $77,300▲12.3% | 990EZ |
| 2016 | $134,666 | $127,577 | $68,809 | $68,809 | 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 · $151K total
11 grants to Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project totaling $151K, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tides Foundation | Healthy individuals and communities | 2024 | $15,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Arts, culture & humanities | 2023 | $10,000 |
| California Community Foundation | Arts | 2021 | $22,500 |
| California Community Foundation | Arts | 2020 | $22,500 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Arts, culture & humanities | 2020 | $7,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Arts, culture & humanities | 2020 | $7,000 |
| Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Film equipment | 2019 | $25,000 |
| Hollywood Foreign Press Association | Film equipment | 2018 | $10,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Arts, culture & humanities | 2018 | $7,000 |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving | Arts, culture & humanities | 2017 | $10,300 |
| Hollywood Foreign Press Association | General support for new play development | 2016 | $15,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 95-4890358, based in Los Angeles, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project's EIN?
- Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 95-4890358.
- How much revenue does Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project report?
- Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project reported $80,579 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project have?
- CharityIndex grades Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project D, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Ensemble Studio Theatre the L A Project (EIN 95-4890358) 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.