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Dayton arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 347 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in the greater Dayton metro area, including the cities of Dayton and Kettering. Combined, these Dayton metro arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 1,548 people, earn more than $144 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $455 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
106
 
$57,869,754
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
64
 
$7,639,732
Historical societies and organizations
 
57
 
$998,233
Museums
 
35
 
$22,912,683
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
29
 
$1,178,138
Music festival and event organizations
 
27
 
$3,249,847
Media production and publishing organizations
 
20
 
$33,125,335
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
 
18
 
$19,360,724
Dance organizations
 
16
 
$10,880,043
Theaters
 
16
 
$2,131,516
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Job trends for Dayton arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
44
1-10
 
24
11-25
 
11
26-100
 
4
101 to 1,000
 
6
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
93
$250k to $1M
 
18
$1M to $5M
 
15
$5M to $25M
 
7
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Dayton

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1-20 of 347

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
$21.7m
Assets
$23.6m
Employees
37
EIN
31-0858459
IRS type
501(c)(3)

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
$5.5m
Assets
$31.7m
Employees
147
EIN
31-0537480
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Victoria Theatre Association

The Victoria Theatre Association strengthens arts engagement through diverse performances, venue stewardship, and accessible education programs, uniting the community through shared cultural experiences.
Revenue
$30.8m
Assets
$45.7m
Employees
287
EIN
31-0897638
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
$7.8m
Assets
$23.2m
Employees
127
EIN
31-0585917
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
$9.2m
Assets
$36.1m
Employees
107
EIN
31-0668800
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
$6.5m
Assets
$6.9m
Employees
17
EIN
31-1421760
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton History

Dayton History's purpose is to promote and disseminate historical knowledge of Dayton and montgomery county, Ohio and the surrounding miami valley region, to collect and preserve historical materials, to restore and maintain local historical buildings and....
Revenue
$9.9m
Assets
$72.7m
Employees
168
EIN
31-6037490
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance

Dayton Performing Arts Alliance unites ballet, opera, and orchestra to inspire diverse audiences through accessible performances and educational programs.
Revenue
$8.8m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
306
EIN
31-6000101
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wyso

Wyso delivers diverse news and cultural programming, amplifying community voices while inspiring with music and storytelling as the Miami Valley's only NPR News station.
Revenue
$4.0m
Assets
$8.2m
Employees
31
EIN
83-0545108
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
$2.0m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
6
EIN
23-7117952
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Piqua Arts Council

Piqua Arts Council is an arts or humanities council in Piqua, OH whose mission is: Piqua Arts Council makes arts accessible through education and exhibits local art in six categories.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
5
EIN
31-1505713
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Shelby County Historical Society

Shelby County Historical Society preserves and promotes local history by collecting artifacts, documenting stories, highlighting landmarks, and presenting exhibits, events, and educational programs.
Revenue
$750.8k
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
6
EIN
34-1317780
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
$1.4m
Assets
$11.0m
Employees
19
EIN
83-0889260
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
$1.1m
Assets
$1.0m
Employees
18
EIN
31-1459482
IRS type
501(c)(3)

We Care Arts

We Care Arts empowers individuals with diverse abilities through art and community, fostering confidence and creativity in a supportive, inclusive environment.
Revenue
$933.3k
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
33
EIN
31-1295721
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
$1.3m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
9
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
$2.4m
Employees
3
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
$1.3m
Assets
$3.4m
Employees
13
EIN
23-7412338
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Neon

The Neon: A Dayton, OH movie theater showcasing independent, foreign, and documentary films that celebrate diversity and civic-minded missions.
Revenue
$833.0k
Assets
$1.2m
Employees
16
EIN
83-1702784
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
$1.7m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
13
EIN
31-1007460
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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