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Des Moines arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 348 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in the greater Des Moines metro area, including the cities of Des Moines and West Des Moines. Combined, these Des Moines metro arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 1,707 people, earn more than $169 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $708 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Des Moines

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
91
 
$50,784,987
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
86
 
$26,907,818
Historical societies and organizations
 
49
 
$24,798,348
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
32
 
$14,353,576
Museums
 
30
 
$23,422,032
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
 
24
 
$4,554,890
History museums
 
19
 
$4,987,774
Theaters
 
19
 
$5,080,156
Media production and publishing organizations
 
17
 
$28,351,801
Music festival and event organizations
 
17
 
$548,866
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Job trends for Des Moines arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
41
1-10
 
27
11-25
 
10
26-100
 
5
101 to 1,000
 
5
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Des Moines

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
68
$250k to $1M
 
29
$1M to $5M
 
10
$5M to $25M
 
11
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in Des Moines

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Des Moines Performing Arts

Des Moines Performing Arts is central Iowa's premier not-for-profit performing arts organization. They present professional touring productions direct from Broadway, and have positioned Des Moines as a top destination for world-class productions.
Revenue
$26.2m
Assets
$51.0m
Employees
471
EIN
51-0138181
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Iowa Public Radio

Iowa Public Radio connects Iowans to trusted local and NPR news, talk, and music through a statewide network, podcasts, and multimedia programming.
Revenue
$10.2m
Assets
$16.5m
Employees
82
EIN
20-4227123
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Science Center of Iowa (SCI)

The Science Center of Iowa engages and inspires Iowans along their journey of lifelong science learning.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$48.5m
Employees
106
EIN
42-6097912
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation

The Iowa State Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation raises funds to preserve the Fairgrounds, enhancing traditions and supporting infrastructure projects that celebrate Iowa's achievements.
Revenue
$14.8m
Assets
$26.3m
Employees
4
EIN
42-1376689
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Iowa PBS Foundation (IPTV)

Iowa PBS Foundation advances public broadcasting by delivering quality educational programming, supporting local events, and enriching community connections through storytelling.
Revenue
$15.5m
Assets
$42.6m
Employees
20
EIN
42-1169207
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Art Center

The Des Moines Art Center engages diverse local, national, and international audiences with the art of today through its museum and school, adding to the cultural record through collections and programs.
Revenue
$9.4m
Assets
$175.7m
Employees
138
EIN
42-0680419
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Metro Opera (DMMO)

To create distinctive theatrical experiences and inspirational learning opportunities for artists and audiences of the 21st century. To operate a progressive company in the midwest with a national reputation in the Opera community.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$6.5m
Employees
153
EIN
23-7319903
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bravo Greater Des Moines

To provide Greater Des Moines with an enriched quality of life by increasing cultural awareness, advocacy and funding, as well as fostering collaboration among cultural organizations.
Revenue
$8.9m
Assets
$11.3m
Employees
5
EIN
20-3598346
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Symphony Association

Professional not-for-profit orchestra in Des Moines, IA performing masterworks concerts while providing music education opportunities for students of all ages.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$23.0m
Employees
299
EIN
42-6058830
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation

The Hoyt Sherman Place Foundation is a nonprofit organization that was formed for the purpose of the maintenance and preservation of the Hoyt Sherman house, museum, theater, and supporting grounds (known as Hoyt Sherman Place) for public viewing and use. ....
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$59.0m
Employees
45
EIN
42-1433940
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Living History Farms

Living History Farms is an interactive outdoor history museum which educates, entertains and connects people of all ages to Midwestern rural life experiences.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$22.3m
Employees
56
EIN
42-6127198
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Community Playhouse

Des Moines Community Playhouse produces diverse live theatre, sponsors arts education, and builds inclusive shared experiences through community programs and sensory-friendly performances.
Revenue
$3.5m
Assets
$13.5m
Employees
63
EIN
42-0710259
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ballet Des Moines

Ballet Des Moines enriches lives through bold performances, inclusive education and outreach, and innovative partnerships, expanding access to dance statewide.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$5.1m
Employees
21
EIN
94-3417247
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Civic Music Association Des Moines

The Civic Music Association (cma) is a not-for-profit organization formed in 1925 whose mission is to engage, enrich and educate the central Iowa community through provocative, world-class musical performances by legends and rising stars.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$4.0m
Employees
7
EIN
23-7334841
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa

Italian-American Cultural Center of Iowa promotes cultural awareness and diversity in the community by promoting the Italian heritage through public events that aim to raise Italian-American cultural awareness.
Revenue
$12.3m
Assets
$14.7m
Employees
0
EIN
42-1226284
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Film Society

Des Moines Film Society grows the film culture in Des Moines through programming, education, and support for local filmmakers as a nonprofit arts organization.
Revenue
$838.0k
Assets
$3.6m
Employees
24
EIN
47-4857561
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John Wayne Birthplace Society

John Wayne Birthplace Society is a historical societies or organization in Winterset, IA whose mission is: Maintain and operate John Wayne Birthplace for public enjoyment and appreciation.
Revenue
$824.7k
Assets
$4.8m
Employees
20
EIN
42-1207533
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Salisbury House Foundation

The Salisbury House Foundation preserves and interprets a historic estate, offering educational programs and community resources while enhancing the property's beauty and accessibility.
Revenue
$883.2k
Assets
$10.5m
Employees
11
EIN
42-1415581
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Anna K Meredith Endowment Trust

The Anna K Meredith Endowment Trust funds the Edmundson Art Foundation by distributing all its income, which was made possible thanks to 50,000 shares of stock from the Meredith Corporation that were bestowed upon it due to Anna K. Meredith's will.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$59.3m
Employees
0
EIN
42-1180480
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Des Moines Childrens Museum

Encourages purposeful and safe child-led play to develop executive functioning skills and promote lifelong learning. Located in West Des Moines, IA.
Revenue
$1.8m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
16
EIN
82-0923204
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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