Founded in 1978, World Arts West is a nationally-recognized leader in advocating for cultural arts communities. Serving the largest multicultural dance and music network in the United States, we are a wraparound cultural artist service provider based in San Francisco, serving as a hub for comprehensive capacity-building artist services. World Arts West pioneered the first city-sponsored multicultural dance festival in the USA.
Executive compensation
Form 990 · Part VII & Schedule J · 1 reported individual · Filing year 2024
| Position | Total |
|---|---|
Executive Dir. Officer (Unspecified) | $105k |
Plus 9 unpaid individuals.
Top pay as a share of expenses
In 2024, the highest total compensation at World Arts West equaled 17% of the organization's total expenses. The median for arts, culture & humanities organizations is 11%.
Based on 17,098 arts, culture & humanities 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 2%
from 2023
From $103k in 2023 to $105k in 2024.
Among peers
Revenue and top compensation, plotted against similar organizations. This organization is highlighted in cyan.
Common questions about World Arts West
What are World Arts West's revenue and expenses?
In 2024, World Arts West reported $682k in total revenue and $624k in total expenses on its IRS Form 990.
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