Happystars, which operates as Center Stage Youth Theatre is an inclusive organization whose purpose is to unlock the potential of our students through theatre. We aim to inspire personal growth, ignite creativity, and cultivate leadership skills. We believe in the transformative power of the arts, and our theater experiences serve as catalysts for self-expression, teamwork, and empathy. Every student, regardless of their abilities, is encouraged to explore their unique talents and embrace their individuality within our supportive community. At Center Stage we strive to produce brace, creative, leaders.
Executive compensation
Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 2 reported individuals · Filing year 2024
Percentile bands compare each position's total pay with the same role at Youth Development organizations nationwide.
| Position | Total |
|---|---|
President Board President 75th to 90th percentile | $50k $53k |
Treasurer Below 10th percentile | $6k $6k |
Teal figures restate each filed amount in 2026 dollars.
Estimated with Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro-area CPI-U, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Plus 3 unpaid individuals.
Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2024, the highest total compensation at Happystars Youth Program Inc equaled 16% of the organization's total expenses. The median for youth development organizations is 11%.
Based on 5,229 youth development organizations, each measured at its most recent filing year with reported expenses and compensation.
Funded by
Private foundations whose Form 990-PF Part XV grants matched this organization.
Up 31%
from 2023
From $38k in 2023 to $50k in 2024.
Estimated with Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater, FL metro-area CPI-U, restating filed pay into May 2026 dollars. A restatement of past pay, not current or projected pay.
Chief Financial Officer pay rose 51% from 2023 to 2024, while revenue fell 2%.
Pay for the position itself, not any one person. The officeholder may have changed between 2023 and 2024.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
Common questions about Happystars Youth Program Inc
What does the Board President of Happystars Youth Program Inc earn?
In 2024, the Board President of Happystars Youth Program Inc received $50,385 in total compensation. This pay is in the top quarter for Board President roles among Youth Development organizations nationwide, though not the top 10% of comparable filings. Based on IRS Form 990 data.
How does Board President pay at Happystars Youth Program Inc compare with similar nonprofits?
Compared with the same role at Youth Development organizations nationwide, the 2024 pay of the Board President at Happystars Youth Program Inc falls between the 75th and 90th percentiles. In 2024, the highest total compensation at Happystars Youth Program Inc equaled 16% of the organization's total expenses. The median for youth development organizations is 11%.
What are Happystars Youth Program Inc's revenue and expenses?
In 2024, Happystars Youth Program Inc reported $287k in total revenue and $320k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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