89% of California schools do not provide visual/media arts, dance, theater and music classes mandated by law.
AFA - The Numbers
Breakdown of the 20-Pack Lesson Costs:
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Total cost of 20 lessons (30 minutes each): $800
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Discounted price by the music school: $725
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Music School Sponsorship: $75 (Discount provided)
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Family contribution: $125
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Arts for All covers: $600
Lesson Cost Breakdown - 20 Pack
Spread The Music Initiative: Funding 100 Students
“20 Lesson Package -
Weekly - 30 Minutes Each”
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Teacher Rates: $45,000 (60%)
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Room and Instrument Usage: $25,000 (33%)
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Sound Tech for Concerts: $600 (1%)
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Learning Materials: $300 (1%)
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Promotion and Outreach: $600 (1%)
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Musical Instruments: $3,400 (4%)
Students Served
Program Impact and Student Growth
AFA has demonstrated considerable year-on-year growth, steadily increasing its reach and impact:
2022: 1 student served
2023: 21 students served
2024: Projected to serve 26 students by year-end
2022 Donations & Source
2022 Income
Regular Donations: $100 (5.41%)
Sponsorships: $1,000 (54.08%)
Fundraising Events: $400 (21.63%)
In-kind Donations: $349 (18.88%)
Total Income for 2022: $1,849
2022 Total Income (without In-kind Donations): $1,500
2022 Expenses & Source
2023 Expenses
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Teacher Rates and Program Costs: $0
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Marketing: $474 ($324 for Wix Website Subscription, $100 for Business License, and $50 for Business Cards)
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Miscellaneous: $275 (IRS 501(c)(3) Application)
Total Expenses for 2022: $749
2023 Donations & Source
2023 Income
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Regular Donations: $2,860.57 (33.58%)
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Grants: $5,000 (58.7%, e.g., Jane Deming Fund)
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Corporate Sponsorships: $1,000 (11.74%)
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Fundraising Events: $500 (5.87%)
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In-kind Donations: $7,010 (included from various sources such as Yamaha Upright, music books, and instruments)
Total Income for 2023: $15,527.96 (including In-kind Donations)
2023 Total Income (without In-kind Donations): $9,360.57
2023 Expenses & Source
2023 Expenses
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Teacher Rates and Program Costs: $3,625 (Danmans Academy Fees)
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Marketing: $1,295.89 (Wix, Mailchimp, GoDaddy, ChatGPT, and social media shoutouts)
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Miscellaneous: $1,200.57 (BOA Service Fees and other small administrative costs)
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Total Expenses for 2023: $6,121.46
2024 Donations & Source
2024 Income
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Regular Donations: $327.79 (3.56%)
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Grants: $6,577.30 (71.61%, e.g., Jane Deming Fund, SWP Grant)
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$98 Club Donations: $1,326.99 (14.44%, Stripe donations)
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Corporate Sponsorships: $1,000 (10.88%, Corporate partnerships)
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Fundraising Events: $500 (5.44%)
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In-kind Donations: $3,400 (e.g., instruments such as accordions and violins)
Total Income for 2024: $12,587.50 (including In-kind Donations)
2024 Total Income (without In-kind Donations): $9,732.08
2024 Expenses & Source
2024 Expenses
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Teacher Rates and Program Costs: $4,225 (Danmans Academy Fees)
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Marketing: $508.38 (Wix, Mailchimp, ChatGPT, and other marketing expenses)
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Miscellaneous: $3,404.81 (Other admin fees, primarily administrative and service fees)
Total Expenses for 2024: $8,138.49
AFA emphasizes financial transparency and prudent spending, ensuring that 100% of its funding goes directly toward program costs. The organization has consistently maintained a good standing by meeting all state and federal requirements, including filing annual forms (990-N, CT-TR-1, RRF-1) with the IRS and California authorities.
Teacher Rates (Per Lesson):
For Teacher Rate at $17.50 per Lesson
(Minimum):
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Total amount left for the music school (after teacher payment): $350
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Studio Space rent and Instrument Usage (42%): $147
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Sound Tech for Concerts (1%): $3.50
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Learning Materials (7%): $24.50
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Staff (13%): $45.50
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Softwares (6%): $21
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School’s food, water, electric, gas (8%): $28
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Promotion and Outreach (8%): $28
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Musical Instruments (10%): $35
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Direct Profit to Music School (15%): $52.50
Teacher Rates (Per Lesson):
For Teacher Rate at $25.00 per Lesson (Maximum):
Total amount left for the music school (after teacher payment): $225
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Studio Space rent and Instrument Usage (42%): $94.50
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Sound Tech for Concerts (1%): $2.25
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Learning Materials (7%): $15.75
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Staff (13%): $29.25
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Softwares (6%): $13.50
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School’s food, water, electric, gas (8%): $18
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Promotion and Outreach (8%): $18
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Musical Instruments (10%): $22.50
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Direct Profit to Music School (15%): $33.75
Projected Income Growth (2025 and 2026):
Growth Calculation:
From 2022 to 2023, income grew by approximately 183.87%.
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From 2023 to 2024, income grew by approximately 249%.
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The average growth rate between 2022-2024 is approximately 216.43%.
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Projected 2025:
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Using the average income growth rate:
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18,320×(1+2.1643)≈57,94018,320 \times (1 + 2.1643) \approx 57,94018,320×(1+2.1643)≈57,940
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Projected 2026:
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57,940×(1+2.1643)≈183,26557,940 \times (1 + 2.1643) \approx 183,26557,940×(1+2.1643)≈183,265
Projected Student Growth (2025 and 2026):
Growth Calculation:
From 2022 to 2023, students grew by 2000%.
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From 2023 to 2024, students grew by approximately 23.81%.
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The average growth rate between 2022-2024 is approximately 1011.9%.
Projected 2025:
Using the average growth rate, calculate the student numbers for 2025:
26×(1+10.119)≈291.0926 \times (1 + 10.119) \approx 291.0926×(1+10.119)≈291.09
Projected 2026:
Apply the same growth to 2025’s number of students:
291.09×(1+10.119)≈3,261.65291.09 \times (1 + 10.119) \approx 3,261.65291.09×(1+10.119)≈3,261.65
Measurable Outcomes (from 2023 Student Surveys)
AFA students report significant advancements across key indicators when compared to other music programs:
Student Progression: AFA students reported a progression score of 9.43/10, surpassing the 8.56 average for Dana Point Music students.
Confidence Development: AFA students rated their confidence development at 8.24/10, compared to 7.46 for Dana Point Music students, highlighting AFA's role in boosting self-esteem.
Emotional Well-being Impact: 89% of AFA students reported positive emotional or academic impacts from music, compared to 78% for Dana Point Music students.
Music Therapy Benefits: 74% of AFA students experienced enhanced focus, mind-muscle coordination, and anxiety relief, showing the therapeutic power of music in AFA's curriculum.
Public Performance: AFA students rated their comfort and satisfaction with public performance opportunities at 6.5/10, reflecting AFA’s commitment to developing real-world experience.
These measurable outcomes underscore AFA’s holistic approach, which not only nurtures musical skills but also contributes to students’ emotional growth and personal confidence.
Board Meetings and Governance
Quarterly board meetings allow for strategic planning, progress updates, and decision-making on key operational areas. Typical agenda items include:
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Financial Updates: Review of income, expenses, and financial projections.
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Program Updates: Reports on student enrollment, lesson progression, and performance opportunities.
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Fundraising Strategies: Planning for events, sponsorships, and donor engagement.
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Compliance Review: Annual filing compliance and financial transparency.
