EIN 06-1463501

Ridgefield Playhouse

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
148
Year formed
1996
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
To present a variety of performing arts to the community and the surrounding area that they can enjoy and experience at a varied price point. The Playhouse presents national and local acts and is the cultural hub for the town of Ridgefield.
Also known as...
The Ridgefield Playhouse for Movies and the Performing Arts
Total revenues
$7,885,829
2023
Total expenses
$7,090,764
2023
Total assets
$20,624,971
2023
Num. employees
148
2023

Program areas at Ridgefield Playhouse

To provide education and recreation to The residents of Ridgefield and others through The establishment, maintenance support and operation of a Performing Arts center.

Grants made by Ridgefield Playhouse

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
United Way of Coastal and Western Connecticut (UWWC)Hope in Healing Program for Sandy Hook Schools Following the Events on 12/14/12.$10,000
Tuesday's ChildrenHope in Healing Program for Sandy Hook Schools Following the Events on 12/14/12.$10,000

Who funds Ridgefield Playhouse

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
The Ayco Charitable FoundationArts and Culture$76,950
Ruggles Family FoundationGeneral Purpose$50,000
Robert and Elizabeth Ellis Family FoundationFinal Payment for 2019 Capital Campaign Pledge$50,000
...and 26 more grants received totalling $440,196

Financials for Ridgefield Playhouse

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$1,448,973
Program services$5,522,702
Investment income and dividends$0
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$366,906
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$0
Net income from fundraising events$547,248
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$0
Total revenues$7,885,829
Data update history
April 22, 2025
Received grants
Identified 2 new grant, including a grant for $50,000 from Ruggles Family Foundation
March 8, 2025
Updated personnel
Identified 3 new personnel
January 28, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
January 13, 2025
Received grants
Identified 5 new grant, including a grant for $32,500 from Ridgefield Thrift Shop
November 1, 2024
Updated personnel
Identified 16 new personnel
Nonprofit Types
CampsArts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsPerforming arts organizationsPerforming arts centersTheatersCharities
Issues
Arts, cultural, and humanities
Characteristics
Fundraising eventsState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportGala fundraisersAuction fundraisersTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
80 E Ridge Rd
Ridgefield, CT 06877
Metro area
Bridgeport-Stamford-Norwalk, CT
County
Western Connecticut Planning Region, CT
Website URL
ridgefieldplayhouse.org/ 
Phone
(203) 438-5795
Facebook page
ridgefieldplayhouse 
Twitter profile
@rplayhouse 
IRS details
EIN
06-1463501
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1996
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
A61: Performing Arts Centers
NAICS code, primary
711110: Theater Companies and Dinner Theaters
Parent/child status
Independent
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