Civic Intelligence

Music by Heart

EIN 88-2487385 • 501(c)3 • San Francisco, CA

Pub. 78 Eligible990-N CoverageNTEE A25

Profile

To provide educational curricula and programs to build inclusive community through innovative music and cultural arts.

463 Amherst StSan Francisco, CA 94134

musicbyheart.org

Siviq Scores

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

Liabilities / Assets

72nd percentile

0.10x

Higher debt load relative to assets than 72% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Liabilities / Revenue

79th percentile

0.07x

Higher debt load relative to revenue than 79% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Net Margin

83rd percentile

36%

Higher net margin than 83% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Top Officer Pay

97th percentile

$77,271

Higher top officer pay than 97% of similar nonprofits.

Top officer pay equals 40.5% of source-year revenue.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Source year 2024

Asset Growth

87th percentile

127%

Faster asset growth than 87% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Revenue Growth

88th percentile

100%

Faster revenue growth than 88% of similar nonprofits.

NTEE A25 • <$500k nonprofits • Annualized from 2023 to 2024

Assets

Up

$137,306

Up $76,850 (+127%) from 2023

Liabilities

Up

$13,445

Up $8,445 (+169%) from 2023

Net Assets

Up

$123,861

Up $68,405 (+123%) from 2023

Revenue

Up

$190,723

Up $95,469 (+100%) from 2023

Expenses

Up

$122,318

Up $69,787 (+133%) from 2023

Net Income

Up

$68,405

Up $25,682 (+60%) from 2023

Trend Graphs

Balance Sheet Trend

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

$150K$100K$50K$0Assets 2023: $60,456Liabilities 2023: $5,000Net Assets 2023: $55,4562023Assets 2024: $137,306Liabilities 2024: $13,445Net Assets 2024: $123,8612024

Highlighted filing

2024

Assets$137,306
Liabilities$13,445
Net Assets$123,861

Operations Trend

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

$200K$150K$100K$50K$0Revenue 2023: $95,254Expenses 2023: $52,531Net Income 2023: $42,7232023Revenue 2024: $190,723Expenses 2024: $122,318Net Income 2024: $68,4052024

Highlighted filing

2024

Revenue$190,723
Expenses$122,318
Net Income$68,405

Filings

Latest Filing Detail
Jump To
Filing Snapshot
Filing Period
Jan 1, 2024 to Dec 31, 2024
Signed
Mar 11, 2025
Return Version
2024v5.0
Gross Receipts
$190,723
Mission and Program Overview

Mission

To provide educational curricula and programs to build inclusive community through innovative music and cultural arts.

Program Services

DescriptionGrantsExpenses
Music Curricula: The organization assists in building a comprehensive K-8 Jewish music program, working directly with schools to tailor programs to meet the specific needs of students and teachers. The curriculum is designed to foster a love for Jewish music and culture, emphasizing the connection between heart and music. Students develop their unique voice and expression through music. In 2024, music curricula were licensed for 12 schools in the Bay Area in 10 different organizations. They reached 130 educators and 1,500 students and parents in 40 classrooms. This year, we focused on flagship music curricula called Cousins Like Us, a musical storybook and family engagement program for preschool and school-aged children and families.-$40,002
Workshops: The organization offers a variety of educational and musical workshops for all age groups. These workshops are a firsthand experience of the use of music for community building, using Music by Heart's values, and are tailored for schools, congregations, summer camps, universities, and community organizations. These workshops provide an opportunity for participants to learn about the power of music in fostering connections and teamwork, and to gain insights into the philosophy. They are designed to be engaging, interactive, and fun for all participants. In 2024, the organization presented 20 workshops.-$29,743
Consultations: We understand that every school is unique and has its own specific needs when it comes to music education. Our organization has worked with a variety of schools and we are well-versed in the challenges that schools may face. Some schools may already have established music programs that they wish to enhance, while others may be looking to build or completely re-envision a new music education program from scratch. We are dedicated to helping you with your specific needs by providing a range of services for you to choose from. Whether you need help with curriculum development, program assessment, teacher training, or any other aspect of your music program, we are here to help you achieve your goals.-$26,138
Compensation and Service Providers

Employees

NameTitleFull / Part TimeBaseOtherTotal
Lior Ben-HurCEOPT$77,271-$77,271
Zvi WeissPresident-$0--
Mindy BerkowitzVice President-$0--
Etai FreedmanSecretary-$0--
Rabbi Laurie Hahn TapperDirector-$0--
Dr Evan KletterDirector-$0--
Diane TobinTreasurer-$0--
Filing and Contact Details

Filer

Filer Name
Music By Heart
EIN
88-2487385
Phone
4157430815
Address
463 Amherst St, San Francisco, CA 94134

Signing Officer

Name
Lior Ben-Hur
Title
CEO
Signed
2025-03-11
Discuss with paid preparer
Yes

Preparer

Firm
Elizabeth K Steppe
Address
317 Morningside Dr SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108
Preparer
Elizabeth K Steppe CPA
Phone
5103750648
Supplemental Narrative

Additional Explanations

Other Expenses.1001

Advertising and Promotion $2447

Other Expenses.1002

Office Expenses $618

Other Expenses.1003

Information Technology $995

Other Expenses.1005

Travel $793

Other Expenses.1012

Insurance $1256

Other Expenses.1

Program Supplies $2259

Other Expenses.2

Bank and merchant fees $323

Other Expenses.3

Food $159

Other Expenses.4

Business License $20

Other Assets.1005

Accounts Receivable - Beginning $5600 Accounts Receivable - Ending $35000

Total Liabilities.1001

Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Beginning $0 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Ending $695

Total Liabilities.1003

Deferred Revenue - Beginning $5000 Deferred Revenue - Ending $12750

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