Civic Intelligence

Improvisation Center of Boston Inc

EIN 04-3194750 • 501(c)3 • Cambridge, MA

Profile

Improvisation center of boston presents a regular section of boston's finest improv, sketch and standup for audiences of all ages. Through its acclaimed comedy program, the theater continues to develop the next generation of comedic talent from young adults to children and seniors.

620 Mass Avenue Suite 6Cambridge, MA 02139

www.improvboston.com

Siviq Scores

Precomputed percentiles relative to similar nonprofits. These scores are descriptive rather than judgmental.

Liabilities / Assets

71st percentile

0.03x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 71% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

69th percentile

0.01x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 69% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

8th percentile

-142%

Higher net margin than 8% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

98th percentile

$89,289

Higher top officer pay than 98% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 37.2% of source-year revenue.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

13th percentile

-84%

Faster asset growth than 13% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

21st percentile

-43%

Faster revenue growth than 21% of similar nonprofits.

501(c)3 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Balance Sheet
Liabilities / Assets71st percentile

Assets

Down

$85,393

Down $458,082 (-84%) from 2023

Liabilities

Down

$2,164

Down $86,382 (-98%) from 2023

Net Assets

Down

$83,229

Down $371,700 (-82%) from 2023

Operations
Liabilities / Revenue69th percentileNet Margin8th percentile

Revenue

Down

$240,301

Down $179,358 (-43%) from 2023

Expenses

Down

$580,550

Down $215,549 (-27%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

-$340,249

Up $36,191 (+9.6%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

Asset Growth13th percentile

Grouped bars show assets, liabilities, and net assets across loaded filings.

$1.0M$500K$0-$500KAssets 2011: $322,383Liabilities 2011: $71,851Net Assets 2011: $250,5322011Assets 2012: $457,901Liabilities 2012: $76,972Net Assets 2012: $380,9292012Assets 2013: $539,005Liabilities 2013: $115,105Net Assets 2013: $423,9002013Assets 2014: $574,272Liabilities 2014: $107,737Net Assets 2014: $466,5352014Assets 2015: $568,503Liabilities 2015: $168,756Net Assets 2015: $399,7472015Assets 2016: $617,729Liabilities 2016: $206,178Net Assets 2016: $411,5512016Assets 2017: $508,566Liabilities 2017: $210,487Net Assets 2017: $298,0792017Assets 2018: $398,662Liabilities 2018: $278,386Net Assets 2018: $120,2762018Assets 2019: $322,824Liabilities 2019: $275,261Net Assets 2019: $47,5632019Assets 2020: $249,040Liabilities 2020: $301,692Net Assets 2020: -$52,6522020Assets 2021: $105,593Liabilities 2021: $147,523Net Assets 2021: -$41,9302021Assets 2022: $852,210Liabilities 2022: $67,395Net Assets 2022: $784,8152022Assets 2023: $543,475Liabilities 2023: $88,546Net Assets 2023: $454,9292023Assets 2024: $85,393Liabilities 2024: $2,164Net Assets 2024: $83,2292024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$85,393
Liabilities$2,164
Net Assets$83,229
Open 2024 Filing

Operations Trend

Revenue Growth21st percentile

Revenue, expenses, and net income by year, with the latest filing highlighted.

$2.0M$1.0M$0-$1.0MRevenue 2011: $631,797Expenses 2011: $572,037Net Income 2011: $59,7602011Revenue 2012: $907,045Expenses 2012: $776,648Net Income 2012: $130,3972012Revenue 2013: $924,617Expenses 2013: $881,646Net Income 2013: $42,9712013Revenue 2014: $1,104,257Expenses 2014: $1,061,622Net Income 2014: $42,6352014Revenue 2015: $1,200,450Expenses 2015: $1,267,238Net Income 2015: -$66,7882015Revenue 2016: $1,506,641Expenses 2016: $1,494,837Net Income 2016: $11,8042016Revenue 2017: $1,487,723Expenses 2017: $1,601,195Net Income 2017: -$113,4722017Revenue 2018: $1,582,476Expenses 2018: $1,760,279Net Income 2018: -$177,8032018Revenue 2019: $1,643,764Expenses 2019: $1,716,477Net Income 2019: -$72,7132019Revenue 2020: $1,331,229Expenses 2020: $1,431,444Net Income 2020: -$100,2152020Revenue 2021: $312,878Expenses 2021: $302,156Net Income 2021: $10,7222021Revenue 2022: $1,486,923Expenses 2022: $660,178Net Income 2022: $826,7452022Revenue 2023: $419,659Expenses 2023: $796,099Net Income 2023: -$376,4402023Revenue 2024: $240,301Expenses 2024: $580,550Net Income 2024: -$340,2492024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$240,301
Expenses$580,550
Net Income-$340,249
Open 2024 Filing

Filings

Most recent year

2024 • Form 990Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.

Open filing
Assets
$85,393
Liabilities
$2,164
Net assets
$83,229
Revenue
$240,301
Expenses
$580,550
Net income
-$340,249
Balance SheetOperations
YearAssetsLiabilitiesNet AssetsRevenueExpensesNet Income
2024Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.09$0.00$0.08$0.24$0.58$0.34
2023Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.54$0.09$0.45$0.42$0.80$0.38
2022XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.85$0.07$0.78$1.49$0.66$0.83
2021Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.11$0.15$0.04$0.31$0.30$0.01
2020XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.25$0.30$0.05$1.33$1.43$0.10
2019Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.32$0.28$0.05$1.64$1.72$0.07
2018XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.40$0.28$0.12$1.58$1.76$0.18
2017Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.51$0.21$0.30$1.49$1.60$0.11
2016XML pending. An XML filing is linked for this year, but detailed extraction is still pending.$0.62$0.21$0.41$1.51$1.49$0.01
2015Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.57$0.17$0.40$1.20$1.27$0.07
2014Detailed filing. Detailed filing data is available for this year.$0.57$0.11$0.47$1.10$1.06$0.04
2013Facts available. Structured filing facts are available, but richer extracted sections are limited.$0.54$0.12$0.42$0.92$0.88$0.04
2012Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.46$0.08$0.38$0.91$0.78$0.13
2011Summary only. Only limited summary data is available for this year.$0.32$0.07$0.25$0.63$0.57$0.06
Latest Filing Detail
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Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jul 1, 2023 to Jun 30, 2024
Signed
May 15, 2025
Return Version
2023v6.0
Gross Receipts
$240,301
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

Improvisation center of boston presents a regular section of boston's finest improv, sketch and standup for audiences of all ages. Through its acclaimed comedy program, the theater continues to develop the next generation of comedic talent from young adults to children and seniors.

New england's leading theatre and school dedicated to the art of comedy and all its forms.

Balance Sheet Detail
LineBeginningEndChange
Assets
Savings and Temporary Cash Investments$108,044$50,004▼ $58,040
Accounts Receivable$30,750--
Land, Buildings, and Equipment, Net$11,633$13,918▲ $2,285
Cash and Non-Interest-Bearing Accounts$345,996$6,379▼ $339,617
Prepaid Expenses and Deferred Charges$5,960--
Total Assets$543,475$85,393▼ $458,082
Other Assets Total$41,092$15,092▼ $26,000
Liabilities
Deferred Revenue$30,907--
Other Liabilities$8,132$0▼ $8,132
Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses$49,507$2,164▼ $47,343
Total Liabilities$88,546$2,164▼ $86,382
Net Assets / Fund Balance
Net Assets Without Donor Restrictions$454,929$83,229▼ $371,700
Total Net Assets Fund Balance$454,929$83,229▼ $371,700
Total Liabilities and Net Assets / Fund Balance$543,475$85,393▼ $458,082

Asset Categories

AssetBook ValueDepreciationBasis
Equipment$13,918$5,135$19,053
Other Assets Org$15,092--
Compensation and Service Providers
Top Officer Pay98th percentile

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Matthew LaidlawP/md(unt 1/24)/d(1/24-4/24)/clerkFT$80,069$9,220$89,289
Josh GarneauDirector (1/24-4/24)/pres (as of 4/24)PT$1,260-$1,260

Board Members and Trustees

NameTitle
Tammi Pirri DayChair (unt 4/24)/treas (as of 4/24)
Nick MinicucciDirector
Samantha LevangieDirector
Ellen StepanskyDirector (outgoing)
John ButenDirector (outgoing)
Kristie LasalleClerk (outgoing)
Joseph SzafarowiczTreasurer (outgoing)
Revenue and Support

Revenue Composition

Contributions and Grants
$1,692
Program Service Revenue
$237,422
Investment Income
$587
Other Revenue
$600
All Other Contributions
$1,692
Change in Net Assets
$-340,249
Expenses and Functional Allocation

Major Expense Lines

Line ItemAmount
Salaries, Compensation, and Employee Benefits$407,078
Other Expenses$173,472
Grants and Similar Amounts Paid$0
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Total Fundraising Expense$0

Functional Expense Allocation

Line ItemProgramManagementFundraisingTotal
Other Salaries and Wages$208,602$68,763-$277,365
Current Officers, Directors, Trustees, and Key Employees$40,252$39,675-$79,927
Occupancy$64,250$1,298-$65,548
Fees for Services Other$62,512--$62,512
Payroll Taxes$31,994$13,792-$45,786
All Other Expenses$7,166$3,859-$11,025
Insurance$6,283$4,189-$10,472
Fees for Services Accounting-$8,200-$8,200
Fees for Services Legal-$6,860-$6,860
Other Employee Benefits$3,609$391-$4,000
Office Expenses$2,852$821-$3,673
Advertising$2,899--$2,899
Travel$1,712$571-$2,283
Total Functional Expenses$432,131$148,419$0$580,550
Fundraising, Events, and Gaming
Fundraising activities
No
Gaming activities
No
Professional fundraiser used
No

Fundraising and Gaming Totals

Line ItemAmount
Professional Fundraising Fees$0
Political and Lobbying Activity
Political campaign activity
No
Lobbying activity
No
Subject to proxy tax
No
Governance and Compliance

Governance Checklist

Compiled or reviewed by an accountant
No
Annual disclosure for covered persons
Yes
Backup withholding compliance
Yes
Business relationship with 35% controlled entity
No
Business relationship with family members
No
Business relationship with organization members
No
Material changes to governing documents
No
Compensation from other sources disclosed
No
CEO compensation reviewed
Yes
Other officer compensation reviewed
No
Conflict-of-interest policy
Yes
Audited financial statements prepared
No
Key decisions subject to board approval
No
Management duties delegated
No

Governance Explanations

Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 8B

“There are no committees with authority to act on behalf of the governing board.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11B

“The organization reviews form 990 and provides a copy of the form to all members of its governing body before filing the form.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12C

“The organization regularly and consistently monitors and enforces compliance with the conflict of interest policy through annual conflict of interest statements signed by board members and key employees.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15A

“The board reviews all salaries including the managing director's salary and compares it against other similar arts based organizations. There are no officers or key employees paid other than the managing director.”

Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19

“UPON REQUEST.”

Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Improvisation Center of Boston Inc
EIN
04-3194750
Phone
6175761253
Address
620 MASS AVENUE SUITE 6, CAMBRIDGE, MA 02139

Signing Officer

Name
Matthew Laidlaw
Title
Clerk
Phone
6175761253
Signed
2025-05-15
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Organization Details

Principal Officer
Josh Garneau
Formed
1994
Legal Domicile
Ma
Voting Board Members
5
Independent Board Members
3
Employees
38
Volunteers
15

Preparer

Firm
Cohnreznick Advisory LLC
Address
350 GRANITE STREET SUITE 1200, BRAINTREE, MA 02184
Preparer
Jolanta Tuck
Phone
7813803520
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Form 990, Part III, Line 3

“During the year, the comedy school completed the last session of classes, and the theater will honor all remaining contracts with current clients. All regular operations ceased on december 31st, 2023.”

Form 990, Part IX, Line 11G

“Contracted services: program service expenses 52,030. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 52,030. Payroll processing fees: program service expenses 10,482. Management and general expenses 0. Fundraising expenses 0. Total expenses 10,482.”

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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy2Grp/Desc0CLASSES - IMPROVBOSTON'S COMEDY SCHOOL CONTINUES TO OFFER CLASSES THROUGH OUR EXPERIENCED INSTRUCTORS IN IMPROV, STANDUP AND SKETCH COMEDY. FROM OUR DONATION BASED INTRO TO IMPROV TO OUR MULTILEVEL MASTER WORKSHOPS OUR CLASSES OFFER VARIETY AND FLEXIBILITY TO STUDENTS OF ALL LEVELS. AS PART OF OUR MISSION WE KEEP OUR CLASSES REASONABLY PRICED AND OFFER REDUCED TUITION TO THOSE WHO EXPRESS FINANCIAL NEED. THE ORGANIZATION COMPLETED THE LAST SESSION OF CLASSES AND ALL REGULAR OPERATIONS CEASED ON DECEMBER 31ST, 2023.
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IRS990/ProgSrvcAccomActy3Grp/Desc0TOURING - THE IMPROVBOSTON NATIONAL TOURING COMPANY PROVIDES PRIVATE SHOWS AND WORKSHOPS FOR CLIENTS ALL OVER THE COUNTRY INCLUDING THEATERS, CORPORATIONS, COLLEGES, SCHOOLS, AND OTHER PRIVATE GROUPS. THE NATIONAL TOURING COMPANY IS MADE UP OF SOME OF THE BEST PROFESSIONAL IMPROVISERS IN THE COUNTRY AND SPECIALIZES IN HIGH QUALITY, CUSTOM COMEDY, AND EXPERIENCES BASED ON THE APPLIED PRINCIPLES OF IMPROV. ALL REGULAR OPERATIONS CEASED ON DECEMBER 31ST, 2023.
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IRS990ScheduleA/Form990ScheduleAPartVIGrp/ExplanationTxt0OTHER INCOME - 2019 AMOUNT: $ 3,656. 2021 AMOUNT: $ 240. 2022 AMOUNT: $ 150. 2023 AMOUNT: $ 600.
IRS990ScheduleA/Form990ScheduleAPartVIGrp/FormAndLineReferenceDesc0SCHEDULE A, PART III, LINE 12, EXPLANATION OF OTHER INCOME:
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IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt0DURING THE YEAR, THE COMEDY SCHOOL COMPLETED THE LAST SESSION OF CLASSES, AND THE THEATER WILL HONOR ALL REMAINING CONTRACTS WITH CURRENT CLIENTS. ALL REGULAR OPERATIONS CEASED ON DECEMBER 31ST, 2023.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt1THERE ARE NO COMMITTEES WITH AUTHORITY TO ACT ON BEHALF OF THE GOVERNING BOARD.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt2THE ORGANIZATION REVIEWS FORM 990 AND PROVIDES A COPY OF THE FORM TO ALL MEMBERS OF ITS GOVERNING BODY BEFORE FILING THE FORM.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt3THE ORGANIZATION REGULARLY AND CONSISTENTLY MONITORS AND ENFORCES COMPLIANCE WITH THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY THROUGH ANNUAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST STATEMENTS SIGNED BY BOARD MEMBERS AND KEY EMPLOYEES.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt4THE BOARD REVIEWS ALL SALARIES INCLUDING THE MANAGING DIRECTOR'S SALARY AND COMPARES IT AGAINST OTHER SIMILAR ARTS BASED ORGANIZATIONS. THERE ARE NO OFFICERS OR KEY EMPLOYEES PAID OTHER THAN THE MANAGING DIRECTOR.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt5UPON REQUEST.
IRS990ScheduleO/SupplementalInformationDetail/ExplanationTxt6CONTRACTED SERVICES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 52,030. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 0. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 52,030. PAYROLL PROCESSING FEES: PROGRAM SERVICE EXPENSES 10,482. MANAGEMENT AND GENERAL EXPENSES 0. FUNDRAISING EXPENSES 0. TOTAL EXPENSES 10,482.
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