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District of Columbia arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 1,186arts, culture, and humanities organizations in District of Columbia. Combined, these Washingtonianarts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsemploy 17,597 people, earn more than $4 billion in revenue each year, and have assets of $13 billion.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in District of Columbia

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
287
$92,772,740
Performing arts organizations
218
$456,614,087
Media production and publishing organizations
163
$1,251,817,265
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
133
$41,857,311
Historical societies and organizations
131
$204,426,126
Arts, culture, and humanities professional societies
124
$80,181,204
Nonprofit presses and publishers
75
$70,682,299
Museums
54
$2,233,502,990
Humanities nonprofit organizations
48
$52,024,726
Theaters
48
$70,924,158
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major District of Columbia cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Washington DC
1,186
$4,457,850,949
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Job trends for District of Columbia arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
204
1-10
151
11-25
57
26-100
38
101 to 1,000
19
1,000+
3
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in District of Columbia

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
262
$250k to $1M
151
$1M to $5M
122
$5M to $25M
40
$25M to $100M
9
$100M+
6
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in District of Columbia

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National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)

The mission of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards is to work together as a council of member boards to safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of the public and to assist member boards in carrying out their duties.
Revenue
$36.3m
Assets
$40.5m
Employees
140
EIN
73-0684309
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Media Matters for America

Media watchdog that monitors and corrects conservative misinformation in US media, providing resources for rebuttal and action against offending outlets.
Revenue
$16.6m
Assets
$22.1m
Employees
125
EIN
47-0928008
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Americans for the Arts

To ensure that the ARTS always play an important part at the decision table. The transformative power of the Arts will always be a catalyst to set innovation into motion.
Revenue
$4.9m
Assets
$123.3m
Employees
63
EIN
52-1996467
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Ford's Theatre

A working theatre, historical monument, world-class museum and learning center, Ford's Theatre is the premier destination in Washington, DC, to explore and celebrate Abraham Lincoln's ideals and leadership principles.
Revenue
$19.6m
Assets
$70.9m
Employees
192
EIN
52-6073157
IRS type
501(c)(3)

United States Holocaust Memorial Museum (USHMM)

USHMM is a history museum in Washington, DC whose mission is: USHMM provides for the documentation, study, and interpretation of Holocaust history.
Revenue
$184.7m
Assets
$802.2m
Employees
477
EIN
52-1309391
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Association of Theatre Owners (NATO)

The National Association of Theatre Owners is the largest exhibition trade organization in the world, representing over 32,000 movie screens in all 50 states, and additional cinemas in 82 countries worldwide.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
18
EIN
13-1580907
IRS type
501(c)(6)

White House Historical Association

The WHHA educates about the White House's history through books, journals, and a digital library with thousands of images.
Revenue
$24.6m
Assets
$65.5m
Employees
86
EIN
52-0749685
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Building Museum

National museum in Washington, D.C. inspiring curiosity about design and the built environment through exhibits and education programs.
Revenue
$7.1m
Assets
$8.4m
Employees
48
EIN
52-1050999
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Phillips Collection

Oldest US modern art museum, with permanent and special exhibitions, educational programs, and digital engagement. Located in Washington, DC.
Revenue
$15.6m
Assets
$126.0m
Employees
240
EIN
53-0204620
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund preserves and commemorates American law enforcement while promoting officer safety and wellness.
Revenue
$17.1m
Assets
$144.1m
Employees
56
EIN
52-1382926
IRS type
501(c)(3)

John F Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts

National performing arts center serving as living memorial to President Kennedy, presenting over 2,000 annual performances and events.
Revenue
$239.7m
Assets
$619.7m
Employees
1,747
EIN
53-0245017
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF)

The International Women's Media Foundation is a vibrant global network dedicated to strengthening the role of women in the news media worldwide as a means to further freedom of the press.
Revenue
$4.5m
Assets
$6.7m
Employees
18
EIN
52-1648942
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Smithsonian Institution (SI)

The Smithsonian Institution is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, consisting of 19 museums and galleries, the National Zoological Park, and nine research facilities.
Revenue
$1.9b
Assets
$7.0b
Employees
6,834
EIN
53-0206027
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The National Museum of Women in the Arts

NMWA collects and elevates the achievements of women artists from all nationalities and educates the public on their outstanding accomplishments.
Revenue
$24.8m
Assets
$172.1m
Employees
58
EIN
52-1238810
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Arena Stage

Arena Stage is a DC-based theater with a 72 year history of presenting innovative stories from American artists.
Revenue
$19.3m
Assets
$143.5m
Employees
225
EIN
53-0246894
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Public Radio (NPR)

National Public Radio (NPR) is a mission-driven, multimedia news organization and radio program producer. It is a network with a strong base of Member Stations and supporters nationwide.
Revenue
$305.6m
Assets
$409.7m
Employees
1,388
EIN
52-0907625
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Trust for Historic Preservation

To protect significant places representing our diverse cultural experience by taking direct action and inspiring broad public support. And how do we do it? By fostering a deep sense of community, commitment, and passion for saving places.
Revenue
$94.0m
Assets
$439.6m
Employees
333
EIN
53-0210807
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Washington Ballet

The Washington Ballet is a ballet company and school of ballet in Washington, DC, providing community enrichment and outreach performances.
Revenue
$18.4m
Assets
$10.3m
Employees
153
EIN
52-0846173
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Levine Music

Levine Music, the Washington DC region's preeminent center for music education, is a welcoming community where children and adults find lifelong inspiration and joy through learning, performing, listening to, and participating with others in music.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$18.0m
Employees
268
EIN
52-1063325
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Better Angels Society

The Better Angels Society supports documentary films by Ken Burns and is dedicated to continuing his legacy. Their mission is to ensure these historically significant films are completed, broadcast, promoted, and shared.
Revenue
$9.1m
Assets
$29.8m
Employees
5
EIN
45-4587107
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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