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Dayton arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 341arts, culture, and humanities organizations in the greater Daytonmetro area, including the cities of Dayton and Kettering. Combined, these Dayton metro arts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsemploy 1,427 people, earn more than $118 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $408 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
99
$28,475,352
Historical societies and organizations
68
$11,109,388
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
59
$4,579,876
Museums
33
$22,525,247
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
27
$1,362,493
Media production and publishing organizations
23
$18,380,352
Music festival and event organizations
19
$2,423,091
Theaters
17
$2,703,891
History museums
16
$11,643,707
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
13
$30,792,610
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Job trends for Dayton arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
39
1-10
27
11-25
10
26-100
4
101 to 1,000
5
1,000+
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
88
$250k to $1M
24
$1M to $5M
10
$5M to $25M
9
$25M to $100M
0
$100M+
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

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Dayton Art Institute (DAI)

The Dayton Art Institute is committed to enriching the community by creating meaningful experiences with art that are available to all. Founded in 1919, The Dayton Art Institute is one of the region's premier fine arts museums.
Revenue
$5.8m
Assets
$34.9m
Employees
156
EIN
31-0537480
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Society of Natural History

To be the premier regional provider of interactive science learning experiences which enrich the lives of children and adults, enhance the quality of life in our community, and promote a broad understanding of the world.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$20.2m
Employees
111
EIN
31-0585917
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Victoria Theatre Association

Victoria Theatre Association presents diverse arts experiences to strengthen Dayton's economic and artistic vitality, while educating and entertaining the community.
Revenue
$22.6m
Assets
$36.9m
Employees
261
EIN
31-0897638
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Air Force Museum Foundation

Supports the National Museum of the United States Air Force, preserves and portrays its history through exhibits, bookstore, theatre, simulators.
Revenue
$10.0m
Assets
$30.1m
Employees
101
EIN
31-0668800
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Think TV

To strengthen the communities we serve through programs and services that inspire and inform, educate and engage, fostering citizenship and culture, the joy of learning and the power of diverse perspectives.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$7.7m
Employees
44
EIN
31-0858459
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wyso

Wyso is an independent radio station in Yellow Springs, OH, providing news, music, and storytelling to the Dayton area.
Revenue
$8.6m
Assets
$8.5m
Employees
26
EIN
83-0545108
IRS type
501(c)(3)

WGI Sport of the Arts

WGI Sport of the Arts hosts indoor color guard, percussion, and wind ensemble competitions, offering scholarships and leadership through education.
Revenue
$6.3m
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
15
EIN
31-1421760
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton History

Dayton History is Montgomery County's official historical organization. Consisting of Carillon Historical Park, the Archive Center, Carillon Brewing Company, Hawthorn Hill, Patterson Homestead, Old Court House, and Memorial Hall.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$68.0m
Employees
99
EIN
31-6037490
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance: An integrated organization encompassing Dayton Ballet, Opera, and Philharmonic with a mission to inspire everyone to enjoy the performing arts.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$12.9m
Employees
317
EIN
31-6000101
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Arbogast Performing Arts Center

A non-profit arts center in Troy, OH, providing a venue for performing and visual arts, special events, and education.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$12.1m
Employees
20
EIN
83-0889260
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Aviation Hall of Fame

National aviation enshrinement center in Ohio honoring individuals who've contributed to American aviation, with interactive displays and educational exhibits.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
7
EIN
23-7117952
IRS type
501(c)(3)

K12 Gallery for Young People

K12 Gallery for Young People inspires through art education, including summer camp & at-risk youth programs. Community outreach & sales gallery also available.
Revenue
$858.9k
Assets
$852.0k
Employees
22
EIN
31-1459482
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Muse Machine

The mission of The Muse Machine is to enhance The lives of young people and their teachers by providing opportunities to experience, value and participate in The arts through partnerships that provide:-artists in The schools -professional development for ....
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$6.6m
Employees
11
EIN
31-1028673
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Aviation Heritage Alliance

National Aviation Heritage Alliance promotes aviation history and STEM education through conservation, interpretation, development, and promotion of historic resources.
Revenue
$1.0m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
1
EIN
76-0738466
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Culture Works

Culture Works is greater Dayton's united arts fund and arts service agency. To provide funds and services to strengthen the arts and culture in the Miami Valley.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$3.3m
Employees
7
EIN
23-7412338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Discover Classical 881 891 and 899 FM

Discover Classical provides commercial-free classical music and fine arts programming, using multiple technologies and donations, to enrich listeners' lives.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
11
EIN
31-1007460
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Human Race Theatre Company (HRTC)

The Human Race Theatre Company is the professional producing theatre company of Dayton Ohio, dedicated to producing works on universal themes that explore the human condition and startle us all into a renewed awareness of ourselves.
Revenue
$1.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
38
EIN
31-1176135
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company (DCDC)

Dayton Contemporary Dance Company is a culturally diverse contemporary dance company committed to reaching the broadest audience through exceptional performance and arts-integrated education.
Revenue
$1.7m
Assets
$1.4m
Employees
15
EIN
23-7220259
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Friends of Levitt Pavilion Dayton

Levitt Pavilion Dayton hosts free concerts to build community through music, providing access and inclusion for all.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
4
EIN
81-0743640
IRS type
501(c)(3)

St Michael Records

St Michael Records performs, publishes, and produces evangelical books, music, and films promoting Catholic teachings, distributing them through conferences and Christian magazines.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$14.8m
Employees
0
EIN
31-1626451
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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