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Charlotte arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 874 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in the greater Charlotte metro area, including the cities of Charlotte, Concord, Gastonia, and Rock Hill within the states of South Carolina and North Carolina. Combined, these Charlotte metro arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 3,073 people, earn more than $277 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $727 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Charlotte

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
257
 
$41,172,994
Performing arts organizations
 
240
 
$125,809,111
Historical societies and organizations
 
94
 
$15,832,569
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
93
 
$5,800,084
Media production and publishing organizations
 
54
 
$13,072,875
Museums
 
52
 
$58,456,022
Music festival and event organizations
 
48
 
$3,544,935
Arts education organizations
 
46
 
$8,798,102
Dance organizations
 
42
 
$3,931,827
Theaters
 
37
 
$9,575,134
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Job trends for Charlotte arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
62
1-10
 
57
11-25
 
23
26-100
 
8
101 to 1,000
 
7
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Charlotte

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
174
$250k to $1M
 
60
$1M to $5M
 
23
$5M to $25M
 
9
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Charlotte

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1-20 of 874

North Carolina Performing Arts Center at Charlotte Foundation

Blumenthal Performing Arts' mission is to present the best in the performing arts and in partnership with others, share and employ the arts as a major catalyst to strengthen education, build community cohesiveness and advance economic growth.
Revenue
$48.0m
Assets
$65.4m
Employees
795
EIN
58-1791724
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Lynnwood Foundation

The Lynnwood Foundation maintains The Duke Mansion as a historic inn and operates the Lee Institute, strengthening non-profits and building communities.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$26.9m
Employees
47
EIN
56-1987315
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Mint Museum of Art

Mint Museum of Art showcases international art and design through exhibitions, performances, and interactive learning, collecting and sharing works that inspire and welcome all.
Revenue
$14.6m
Assets
$102.7m
Employees
109
EIN
56-0670666
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Discovery Place

Discovery Place offers transformative science, nature, and design experiences, with four museums serving over 360k guests annually in Charlotte.
Revenue
$16.4m
Assets
$129.7m
Employees
253
EIN
56-0529944
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Ballet

Charlotte Ballet nurtures creative dance education, builds authentic community connections, and stages classical and contemporary performances and tours, including no-cost REACH training for youth.
Revenue
$19.0m
Assets
$35.1m
Employees
157
EIN
58-1314711
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Symphony Orchestra Society

The Charlotte Symphony uplifts, entertains, and educates the diverse communities of charlotte-mecklenburg and beyond through exceptional musical experiences.
Revenue
$27.1m
Assets
$50.1m
Employees
315
EIN
56-6011568
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

CHM preserves and communicates natural and cultural histories of Carolina Piedmont, inspiring lifetime learning through educational programs and special events.
Revenue
$6.8m
Assets
$6.9m
Employees
78
EIN
23-7257020
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wfae 907

WFAE 90.7 is a major source of news and information for the Charlotte region and one of the country's leading public radio stations. Be the station of record for community leaders and our target listeners.
Revenue
$7.5m
Assets
$6.5m
Employees
67
EIN
56-1803808
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Artsfest

Charlotte Artsfest promotes community-building initiatives through inclusive arts experiences and festival events, with a focus on education, wellness, and sustainability.
Revenue
$12.2m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
3
EIN
01-0554275
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arts Sciences and Cultural Council of Charlotte Mecklenburg

Arts Sciences and Cultural Council of Charlotte Mecklenburg funds grants and services that strengthen an equitable creative ecosystem, connect communities to culture, and support artists' growth.
Revenue
$14.4m
Assets
$5.4m
Employees
12
EIN
99-4002299
IRS type
501(c)(3)

NC Transportation Museum Foundation

Preserve and interpret the history of Transportation in north carolina and present this history in a manner that allows visitors to enjoy their experience as well as learn from it. Provides development and support for the NC Transportation Museum.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$14.1m
Employees
258
EIN
58-1315178
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Childrens Theatre of Charlotte

CTC inspires wonder through professional theatrical productions and theatre education programs for children aged 2 to grade 12 in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$21.9m
Employees
203
EIN
56-1028031
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charlotte Is Creative

To provide Charlotte's fast-growing Creative set a place to call home, to get inspired, to support each other, to forge relationships and to collaborate.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$747.5k
Employees
3
EIN
47-5329696
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Carolina Crown

Carolina Crown inspires youth through performing arts, fostering excellence, integrity, and leadership via its competitive drum corps and educational programs.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$2.8m
Employees
14
EIN
56-1598929
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Circe Institute

The Circe Institute is dedicated to advancing classical educational methods through theatrical programming with classes that promote education.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$407.4k
Employees
18
EIN
82-0547660
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Sullenberger Aviation Museum

Inspiring aerospace STEM innovators. Educating on aviation's impact. Developing a facility celebrating innovation and American ingenuity in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$4.9m
Assets
$27.9m
Employees
35
EIN
56-1769105
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art

Bechtler Museum of Modern Art celebrates and explores the Bechtler Collection of 20th-century modern art, located in Charlotte, NC.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$34.4m
Employees
24
EIN
56-2225722
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Harvey B Gantt Center for African-American Arts Culture

The Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture exists to present, preserve and promote african American art, Culture and history for The education and enlightenment for all.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$10.9m
Employees
22
EIN
56-1152286
IRS type
501(c)(3)

ArtsPlus

Artsplus provides accessible music and art education to all socioeconomic backgrounds and offers free outreach programs to at-risk communities.
Revenue
$4.7m
Assets
$9.6m
Employees
22
EIN
59-1356847
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cain Center for the Arts

The Cornelius Arts Center has engaged the Community ininput and guidance in the creation of a new Community Arts Center. Our programs have included public workshops with our leadership team and architects.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$25.7m
Employees
24
EIN
81-4628087
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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