USA Dance Inc. dba Orlando Chapter of USA Dance, Inc.

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1 USA Dance Inc. dba Orlando Chapter of USA Dance, Inc. Summary Contact Information nprofit Address USA Dance Inc. dba Orlando Chapter of USA Dance, Inc. 219 Zachary Wade Street Winter Garden, FL Phone (407) Fax (407) Web Site At a Glance IRS Ruling Year 1965 Former Names Organization's type of tax exempt status U.S Amateur Ballroom Dancers Assn. (USABDA) Public Supported Charity 1

2 Statements Statements Mission The Orlando Chapter is one of 180 chapters of USA Dance, a 501(c)(3) educational/charitable org to serve the community by promoting the benefits -- social, physical, mental -- of ballroom dancing - defined as ALL the partner, lead-and-follow dances - sometimes broken down into Latin, Swing, Smooth, and Country classifications. Impact In 2013, more than 100 volunteer dancers performed at more than 50 events, including other non-profits' fundraisers; schools, hospitals, nursing homes, senior centers, arts and cultural events. We provided dance instruction for 75 Special Needs dancers, and 14 Visually-impaired dancers. We awarded more than $3,000 to young dancers who needed financial help. We donated $4,000 to support of children's hospitals, a van-load of food to Second Harvest Food Bank and a van-load of toys to BASE Camp/Children with Cancer All of this was accomplished with financial efficiency (no fundraising costs).in 2014, we plan to exceed in each of the above programs, plus establish a program for wheelchair dancers.. Needs We will need to continue to recruit volunteers who are enthusiastic about giving their time and talent and sharing their love of dance with the public, with youth, visually-impaired, and the Special Needs Population. We plan to expand the number of dance clubs and instruction in area schools and colleges, and expand our Special Needs population dance programs, visually-impaired, and minority/disadvantaged youth programs. Background The Orlando Chapter of USA DANCE was chartered in April 1991, and has grown to 300 members. We are a leader in the Central Florida dance community, providing major ballroom dance events for dancers of all ages, ethnicities, and abilities; promoting the professional dance studio/instructor community; educating the public about the many benefits of ballroom dancing; and helping the various dance communities and sub-communities communicate and cooperate with each other. CEO/Executive Director Statement Our chapter hosts monthly dances with dance performances; a charity ball benefiting Children's Hospitals; plus collection of food for Second Harvest Food Bank and toys for Toys for Tots. We have a youth financial aid fund; support high school and college ballroom dance clubs and lessons; perform outreach public dance exhibitions, co-sponsor dance lessons for minority/disadvantaged youth, visually-impaired youth, and Special Needs Populations; and provide information to the community about dance lessons, venues, and special dance events. We work in cooperation -- not competition -- with area dance clubs, studios, instructors, and venues, to promote their contributions to dancing. Board Chair Statement From the Orlando Chapter President: Since election in 2001, I have devoted all my time to improving the quality and quantity of dancing in Central Florida. We developed an Outreach Dance Program that won the Golden Rule Award in 2002 and the United Arts Best Organization Outreach A+ Award in We were awarded Florida USA DANCE Chapter of the Year for We have existing programs (and are always looking for new ways) to reach out and share the joy and elegance of ballroom dancing with the public, particularly with youth, disabled, and disadvantaged populations. Our Youth/Student Grant Fund for dancers is the only one in the area. We are the only organization that ties together all the diverse dance sub-communities in the area, informing them of each other's programs and events, and introducing them to new dance types and populations. We provide free dance performances for many other non-profit organizations, schools, and festivals in the area. We hosted a major Olympic Day Celebration on June 23, 2013, sanctioned by the U.S. Olympic Committee and featuring appearances by Olympic medalists. The event included ballroom dance performances and model competitions. Areas of Service 2

3 Geographic Areas Served Areas FL - Orange FL - Seminole FL - Osceola Most of our activities take place in the Orange/Seminole/Osceola area, but we also occasionally serve Lake, Volusia, Brevard, and Polk Counties, in cooperation with USA DANCE chapters in those areas. Service Categories Primary Organization Type Arts,Culture & Humanities Secondary Organization Type Recreation & Sports Tertiary Organization Type Education 3

4 Impact Goals Our Chapter's ultimate goal is to maximize the number of individuals with Special Needs, individuals with visual impairment, disadvantaged youth, and other school/college students, who can enjoy the physical and social benefits of ballroom dancing through our many programs. We will do this in a very cost-efficient manner through our use of volunteer instructors and dance partners, plus our very low costs of administration because all of our work is done by our Board members and other unpaid volunteers. Capabilities We are fortunate to have excellent relationships with the 20+ dance studios and 40+ independent instructors in the area, who donate their considerable talent to help our programs. And our 300 members are wonderful about volunteering their time and talent for our programs, also. We believe in the power of volunteerism to keep expenses to a minimum, thereby obtaining the most "bang for the buck." 4

5 Programs Programs USA DANCE Monthly Dances Description Class Code Class Sub Code Population Served The Orlando Chapter of USA Dance hosts monthly social dances with varying themes, providing a safe and courteous environment for dancers of all ages to practice their craft, to mingle with dancers of all dance types, and enjoy the physical exercise provided by dancing Dancers attend. Each dance includes a group dance lesson, dance performances, and fundraising for the Youth/Student Grant Fund. Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Dance General/Unspecified Budget $10, Long Term Success Attendance continues to increase, attracting a varied population: youth (High School and College including minority/disadvantaged youth); special needs dancers from our outreach programs; and elderly -- All of whom reap the Physical, Social, and Mental benefits of dancing. At each dance, we replenish our Youth Grant Fund money for youth scholarships and awards. Short Term Success Program Success Monitored By Examples of Program Success 5

6 Outreach Public Dance Exhibitions Description Class Code Class Sub Code Population Served Volunteer Dancers from the Orlando Chapter of USA DANCE perform dance exhibitions for the community... at schools, senior centers, festivals, nursing homes, senior centers, arts/cultural events, and particularly to help other non-profit organizations by providing dance entertainment at special events/fundraisers, or for Special Needs Populations. Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Dance General/Unspecified Elderly and/or Disabled Children Only (5-14 years) Budget $ Long Term Success Short Term Success Outreach Public Dance Exhibitions expose many and varied populations to the excitement, elegance, and benefits (physical, social, mental) of ballroom dancing. They also help other non-profit organizations by providing free high-quality entertainment for their events and programs. Our volunteer dancers have danced for Special Needs Population Camp (Austistic, Down Syndrome, etc.); for public and private schools; for Art Museums; for Boys & Girls Clubs; Senior and Assisted Living Centers; Hispanic events; Harbor House spouse abuse safe haven; Martin Luther King celebrations; United Arts ArtsFest events, AARP, Goodwill, Coalition for the Homeless, Dress for Success, Legal Aid Society, Get Active Orlando, and many more organizations, to give them free entertainment and excitement. Program Success Monitored By Examples of Program Success 6

7 Youth/Student Grant Fund Description Class Code Class Sub Code Population Served Orlando Chapter maintains a Grant Fund for 25 yrs-and-younger dancers who need financial help, and for high school/college dance clubs; and special event awards for youth dancers. It is funded by 50/50 ticket sales at dances; and by In Memoriam contributions in the name of deceased dancers. Individual grants are awarded through an application process, which includes letters of need and reference from parents, teachers, and the applicant. Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Dance Children and Youth (0-19 years) Budget $4, Long Term Success Short Term Success The Chapter's Youth/Student Grant Fund has awarded $9,000 since its inception, mostly in $ increments to youth individuals or couples; $ for school/college dance clubs; and $ in awards at competitions. The Orlando Chapter's cash scholarships and awards give incentive to young dance students to pursue excellence through high-quality instruction, performances, and competitions -- providing opportunities they would not otherwise have (ours is the only organization in the area providing dance scholarships). Some of our past recipients have proceeded directly to higher education and eventually careers in dance education and performing. Program Success Monitored By Examples of Program Success 7

8 Dance Classes for Special Needs Populations Description Class Code Class Sub Code Population Served The Orlando Chapter co-sponsors an 8-week Ballroom Dance Program in Seminole County providing special dance instruction to Dancers with Special Needs (autistic, Down Syndrome, etc.) ; a 5-day program for visually-impaired; and numerous programs for youth. The Chapter provides the instructor and volunteer dance partners, and organizes a Special Dance Showcase graduation/party at the final session, where all the dancers get to perform choreographed/synchronized dances using what they learned. The Special Needs dancers also perform at other community events. Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Dance People/Families with of People with Disabilities Budget $1, Long Term Success This program provides the Special Needs Dancers with immediate fulfillment as they master the dance steps with help from our volunteer dancers, and a wonderful showcase opportunity to perform and to have their new-found skills recognized, appreciated and applauded by friends and family. Short Term Success Program Success Monitored By Examples of Program Success 8

9 Dance Information Clearinghouse Description Class Code Class Sub Code Population Served Orlando Chapter maintains lists of all area dance studios, independent instructors, clubs, group lessons, places to dance safely, charity dance events, and special dance workshops and competitions. This information is disseminated in answer to requests (an average of 1-2 requests per day) by , telephone, mail, Facebook, Meetup Groups, websites, and personal interaction. Chapter officers make it a point to visit all of the places on the lists regularly, to keep the inormation up-to-date and to keep the general public and all dance communities and sub-communities informed. Arts, Culture & Humanities, General/Other Dance General/Unspecified Budget $ Long Term Success Short Term Success The general public obtains comprehensive information from the Orlando Chapter about all dance studios/instructors/workshops/special events. This facilitates and encourages the public's taking lessons and enjoying the benefits of ballroom dancing; and stimulates the local economy: Dance instruction; dance venues; dancewear; etc. Program Success Monitored By Examples of Program Success 9

10 Governance Board Chair Board Chair John Davis Company Affiliation Community Volunteer Term Jan 2013 to Dec 2014 Board Members Name Affiliation Status Vice-President Saul Cornell Community Volunteer Voting President John Davis Community Volunteer Voting Hospitality Director Marcia Dorn Community Volunteer Voting Education Director Darlene Siciliano Community Volunteer Voting Treasurer Sarah Thompson Community Volunteer Voting Secretary Gayle Witty Community Volunteer Voting Event Director Mary Ann Woolley Community Volunteer Voting Board Demographics - Ethnicity African American/Black 0 Asian American/Pacific Islander 0 Caucasian 7 Hispanic/Latino 0 Native American/American Indian 0 Other 0 Board Demographics - Gender Male 2 Female 5 t Specified 0 Governance Board Term Lengths 2 Board Term Limits 0 Board Meeting Attendance 90% Number of Full Board Meetings Annually 6 Written Board Selection Criteria? Written Conflict of Interest Policy? Yes Percentage Making Monetary Contributions 0% 10

11 Percentage Making In-Kind Contributions 100% 11

12 Management CEO/Executive Director Executive Director Mr John Davis Term Start June Experience Retired Urban Planner, extensive Community Volunteer Experience Staff Full Time Staff 0 Part Time Staff 0 Volunteers 150 Contractors 0 Retention Rate 0% State Information State Charitable Solicitations Permit? Yes Dec 2014 State Registration Yes Apr

13 Plans & Policies Plans and Policies Organization has a Fundraising Plan? Organization has a Strategic Plan? Management Succession Plan? Organization Policy and Procedures ndiscrimination Policy Directors and Officers Insurance Policy Management Information Whistleblower Policy Document Destruction Policy Management Reports To Board CEO/Executive Director Formal Evaluation CEO/Executive Director Formal Frequency Senior Management Formal Evaluation Senior Management Formal Evaluation Frequency N/A N/A Collaborations City of Altamonte Springs, Get Active Orlando, Lighthouse of Central Florida, Giving Dance, Inc. Awards Award/Recognition Organization Year United Arts A+ Award for Arts Community Outreach United Arts of Central Florida

14 Financials Fiscal year Fiscal Year Start Jan 01, 2013 Fiscal Year End Dec 31, 2013 Projected Revenue $25, Projected Expenses $25, Endowment Value $0.00 Percentage 0% Detailed Financials Revenue and Expenses Fiscal Year Total Revenue $25,972 $26,130 $29,737 Total Expenses $21,310 $23,426 $31,321 Revenue Sources Fiscal Year Foundation and Corporation $0 $0 $0 Contributions Government Contributions $0 $0 $0 Federal $0 $0 $0 State $0 $0 $0 Local $0 $0 $0 Unspecified $0 $0 $0 Individual Contributions $5,262 $1,635 $2,592 Indirect Public Support $0 $0 $0 Earned Revenue $19,021 $22,670 $23,590 Investment Income, Net of Losses $31 $21 $0 Membership Dues $0 $0 $0 Special Events $788 $774 $1,354 Revenue In-Kind $0 $0 $0 Other $871 $1,029 $2,201 14

15 Expense Allocation Fiscal Year Program Expense $0 $0 $10,960 Administration Expense $21,310 $23,426 $20,362 Fundraising Expense $0 $0 $0 Payments to Affiliates $0 $0 $0 Total Revenue/Total Expenses Program Expense/Total Expenses 0% 0% 35% Fundraising Expense/Contributed Revenue 0% 0% 0% Assets and Liabilities Fiscal Year Total Assets $0 $0 $0 Current Assets $0 $0 $0 Long-Term Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Current Liabilities $0 $0 $0 Total Net Assets $0 $0 $0 Short Term Solvency Fiscal Year Current Ratio: Current Assets/Current Liabilities Long Term Solvency Fiscal Year Long-Term Liabilities/Total Assets Top Funding Sources Fiscal Year Top Funding Source & Dollar Amount Earned Revenue $19,021 Earned Revenue $22,670 Earned Revenue $23,590 Second Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Third Highest Funding Source & Dollar Amount Individuals, Foundations, Corporations $5,262 Individuals, Foundations, Corporations $1,635 Individuals, Foundations, Corporations $2,592 Other $871 Other $1,029 Other $2,201 Capital Campaign Currently in a Capital Campaign? Goal 0 Capital Campaign Anticipated in Next 5 Years? Comments Foundation Comments Financial figures taken from profit and loss statements of local organization : All expenses are categorized as Administrative, as they were not separated on profit and loss statements. IRS form 990s and audits are for the national organization. 15

16 Disaster Plans Disaster Plans Organization is a member of Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (VOAD)? Created Copyright 2019 Central Florida Foundation 16