Interlochen Arts Group
88% goes to programs $0 to raise $100 Thin reserves
Interlochen Arts Group is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Interlochen, Michigan, registered in 2024, with $61,389,743 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+, and it directs about 88% of spending to programs.
4000 M-137, Interlochen, MI, 49643 EIN 93-2002543 Since 2024
Revenue (FY2024)
$61.4M
▲ 6.7% vs prior year
Education median: $200K
Expenses (FY2024)
$68.3M
Net assets
-$1.4M
Employees
585
CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
C+Program efficiency40% of the rating88% to programs · $0 to raise $100
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. For Interlochen Arts Group: 88% to programs · $0 to raise $100 earns a C+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
DFinancial health25% of the rating0 mo reserves · -11% 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 Interlochen Arts Group: 0 mo reserves · -11% margin earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
BGovernance25% of the rating4 of 6 checks met
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. For Interlochen Arts Group: 4 of 6 checks met earns a B on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
A+Transparency10% of the rating5 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 Interlochen Arts Group: 5 of 5 disclosure signals earns a A+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Mission
To advance art, music, dramatic, and general education of youth and adults by offering programming and instruction in artistic fields such as theatre, interdisciplinary arts, music, dance, creative writing, visual arts, broadcasting, film, and new media
What they do
"interlochen presents" brings a world of superb presentations to the doorstep of northwest lower michigan, enhancing the region's position on the global arts map. more than 600 events each year by students, faculty, and distinguished guest artists make interlochen one of the nation's largest arts presenters. there is a combined seating capacity of 12,500, and there are approximately 130,000 attendees annually.
Interlochen public radio ("ipr"), through two listener-supported broadcast services, connects northwest lower michigan with arts, news, and culture on a global scale. ipr also gives significant focus to local and regional news, information, and artists, providing a trusted context for community discussion and showcasing the vitality and diversity of the grand traverse region. serving listeners all over northern michigan - and all over the world via the internet - ipr values its potential to impact individual lives every day, 24 hours a day. the coverage area includes most of the northern two-thirds of lower michigan and the eastern third of the upper peninsula of michigan.
"interlochen online" is an interactive virtual platform that brings the globally renowned interlochen experience into the homes of young artists. this program offers a diverse selection of online arts programming in multiple settings, including group classes and private lessons. during the school year ended may 31, 2025, there were 905 students, none of whom received grants.
Contact & location
- Address
- 4000 M-137, Interlochen, MI, 49643
- City
- Interlochen
- State
- Michigan
- Category
- Education
- Subcategory
- Elementary & Secondary Schools
- Phone
- …
- Website
- …
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $57.5M (FY2023) to $61.4M (FY2024) across 2 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $12.5MNet assets -$1.4M
Operating margin
-11.3%
Spent more than it raised in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$11.1M
Total liabilities
$12.5M
Net assets
-$1.4M
Salaries & benefits
$35.6M
52% of expenses
Board members
3
0 independent
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $61,389,743▲6.7% | $68,335,984▲7.4% | -$1,389,916▼157% | $11,139,461▲24.4% | 990 |
| 2023 | $57,535,420 | $63,619,398 | -$541,684 | $8,952,136 | 990 |
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.
Leadership & compensation (FY2024)
Highest-paid: Camille Colatosti — $334,385 (0.49% of total expenses)
| Name | Title | Hours/week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camille Colatosti | Provost | 50 | $334,385 |
| Michael King | V-p, Enrollment Mgt. and Marketing | 50 | $313,905 |
| Carin Nuernberg | Exec. Director, Interlochen Online | 50 | $279,467 |
| Tifini Mcclyde-blythe | Assistant V-p, Human Resources | 50 | $228,493 |
| Daniel Besselsen | Assistant Vice-pres., Finance | 50 | $177,950 |
| Eric Stomberg | Director of Music | 50 | $175,803 |
| Rachael Denison | Assistant Vice-pres., Admissions | 50 | $162,353 |
| Lisa Sheppley | Corporate Secretary | 50 | $58,554 |
| Arthur Devey | President | 1.5 | — |
| John Bogley | Trustee | 1.5 | — |
| Patrick Kessel | Treasurer | 1.5 | — |
Top vendors & contractors (FY2024)
| Contractor | Services | Paid |
|---|---|---|
| William Morris Endeavor Entertainment L | Artist Management | $134,900 |
| Salesforcecom Inc | Software | $120,811 |
Grants received · $17.3M total
2 grants to Interlochen Arts Group totaling $17.3M, reported by foundations on their Schedule I filings.
| Grantmaker | Purpose | Year | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interlochen Center For the Arts | Support for the operation of the interlochen arts group | 2024 | $9,153,588 |
| Interlochen Center For the Arts | Support for the operation of the interlochen arts group | 2023 | $8,103,535 |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Interlochen Arts Group a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Interlochen Arts Group is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 93-2002543, based in Interlochen, Michigan. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Interlochen Arts Group's EIN?
- Interlochen Arts Group's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 93-2002543.
- How much revenue does Interlochen Arts Group report?
- Interlochen Arts Group reported $61,389,743 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- How much of Interlochen Arts Group's spending goes to programs?
- Interlochen Arts Group spends about 88% of its total expenses on programs, based on its latest IRS Form 990.
- What financial grade does Interlochen Arts Group have?
- CharityIndex grades Interlochen Arts Group C+, based on program efficiency and fundraising cost.
- How much does Interlochen Arts Group's highest-paid employee make?
- The highest reported compensation on Interlochen Arts Group's latest Form 990 is $334,385, paid to Camille Colatosti (Provost).
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Data for Interlochen Arts Group (EIN 93-2002543) 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.