Tucson Girls Chorus Association Inc

“The draft 990 will be reviewed and reconciled to the general ledger by the finance committee. Once the draft is approved by finance committee it will be presented to the board for review and questions and approved at our regular monthly meeting.”

“The conflict of interest statement is reviewed at one board meeting each year. All board members and the director complete the conflict of interest questionnaire at this board meeting.”

“The compensation committee reviews other comparable organizations 990. The committee also looks at demogrpahics, city size and evaluates responsiblities of the director.”

“The Form 990 is available to the public on Guidestar and upon request.”

“All board policies, reports, and minutes are available upon request at the main office. They are maintained in an online document sharing program.”

“Other fees for service include conductors, accompanists, and camp staff.”

“Statement of Program Accomplishments:The 2023/2024 season was one of growth in membership, partnerships, and programming. Our membership grew by 8%, bringing more participants to both our paid and subsidized programs. We launched a new collaboration with True Concord Voices and Orchestra, Literacy Connects, and composer-in-residence Jocelyn Hagen to promote music composition among young girls.During our annual survey to parents, 97% reported an increase in mission-based characteristics in singers, including self-confidence, accountability, and compassion for others. The Teacher Mentorship Program is now in its second year, contributing to our initiative to retain as many music teachers as possible in their schools. The Engagement Program currently serves an average of 50 music educators and 4,000 students annually.During the summer of 2024, we traveled to Spain and Portugal, bringing the Advanced Choir and Alumnae, for the first time, on our international tour. The TGC performed to full houses and toured in those two countries for 10 days. Our active performance schedule involves all of our choirs while strengthening our community partnerships”