2025-07-01T21:13:27Z 2024-12-31 990 2024-01-01 861643111 CREATIVE ACADEMY CREA 3479064242 1700 Northside Drive atlanta GA 30318 Andre DeRamus Executive Director 3479064242 2025-07-01 2024 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X The Creative Academy Inc Andre DeRamus 7384 Wood Hollow Way Stone Mountain GA 30087 262500 false X https://thecreativeacademyatl.org X 2021 GA The Creative Academy is dedicated to teaching, engaging, and preparing economically disadvantaged high school students in the creative arts industries, including Music Production, Photography, and Video Production. Our comprehensive curriculum not only fosters artistic expression but also equips our students with essential skills like financial literacy, computer literacy, and community service. Located in Atlanta, Ga., our organization aims to empower students by providing them with the necessary resources to succeed. The Creative Academy seeks to address these challenges directly by offering a transformative educational experience. By participating in our programs, students not only develop artistic talents but also gain the financial literacy and life skills necessary to thrive in today's world. We firmly believe that by nurturing their creative passions and fostering a sense of community responsibility, we can pave the way for a brighter future for these young individuals. 4 4 0 5 0 0 242500 252500 0 0 0 0 10000 5000 252500 257500 75000 20000 0 0 30000 30000 2000 5000 5000 19400 107000 74400 145500 183100 10783 86531 0 0 10783 86531 The Creative Academy is dedicated to teaching, engaging, and preparing economically disadvantaged high school students in the creative arts industries, including Music Production, Photography, and Video Production. Our comprehensive curriculum not only fosters artistic expression but also equips our students with essential skills like financial literacy, computer literacy, and community service. Located in Atlanta, Ga., our organization aims to empower students by providing them with the necessary resources to succeed. The Creative Academy seeks to address these challenges directly by offering a transformative educational experience. By participating in our programs, students not only develop artistic talents but also gain the financial literacy and life skills necessary to thrive in today's world. We firmly believe that by nurturing their creative passions and fostering a sense of community responsibility, we can pave the way for a brighter future for these young individuals. false false 50000 0 0 Program 1: Creative Workshops The Creative Academy hosted monthly workshops in music production, photography, and videography for middle and high school students across the Metro Atlanta area. These workshops provided hands-on experience with industry professionals and professional-grade equipment. Persons Benefited: 500+ students Services Provided: 25+ workshops across 9 months, covering creative and career readiness topics Outcome: Increased creative skills, portfolio development, and exposure to career paths in the arts 10000 2150 Program 2: Lunch & Learn School Activations From October to May, TCA facilitated on-campus activations at local schools, combining motivational speaking, live creative demonstrations, and mentorship. These sessions aimed to inspire creativity, build confidence, and introduce students to future careers in media and music. Persons Benefited: 200+ students across 10 schools Services Provided: 15 activations with performances, Q&A sessions, and interactive components Outcome: Strengthened school partnerships and student engagement with creative career paths 15000 0 Program 3: TCA Experience Events The Creative Academy organized quarterly field experiences such as attending live concerts, studio tours, and sports events. These experiences were used to motivate youth, reward participation, and introduce them to real-world creative environments. Persons Benefited: 200 students Services Provided: 4 curated experience-based events Outcome: Increased student inspiration, exposure, and program retention 75000 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true true false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false true 0 0 true 0 false false false false false false false false false false false false false false X 4 4 false false false false false false false true true false false false true true false true true true true false GA X Andre DeRamus 3479064242 1700 Northside Dr Suite A7 PMB 2515 ATlanta GA 30318 Andre DeRamus Executive Director 40.00 X 15000 0 0 Joffre Lester Director of Brand Partnerships, Film Photography Instructor 40.00 X 15000 0 0 30000 0 0 0 false false false 0 0 0 10000 0 0 242500 50000 252500 10000 10000 0 5000 -5000 0 0 0 257500 0 0 0 0 0 20000 20000 0 0 0 0 30000 0 30000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5000 5000 0 0 0 0 0 0 5000 5000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5000 5000 0 0 2000 2000 500 500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5000 0 5000 0 0 1500 0 1500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 400 400 0 0 74400 32900 36500 5000 10783 86531 0 0 0 10783 86531 0 0 0 10783 86531 X 0 0 0 0 10783 86531 10783 86531 10783 86531 183100 0 0 0 X false false false false false X 0 0 0 0 242500 242500 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 242500 242500 47500 195000 0 0 0 0 0 0 242500 0 X 0.80410 0.00000 Explanation In 2024, The Creative Academy received a total of $255,000 in public support. This included two significant grant awards: $100,000 from Gas South and $100,000 from Sony Music, both of which supported youth arts programming and organizational growth. In addition to institutional funding, the organization received individual contributions from key supporters, including $20,000 from Ray Daniels, $15,000 from Andrew Hitt, and $7,500 from Jeremiah-Philippe Auguste. These combined contributions demonstrate a balanced mix of grant funding and public support from individual donors. Part II, Line 10 We received 2 major grants for $100,000.00 totaling $200,000. $50,000 of that was gifted equipment. 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Part VI, Line 15a Yes, The Creative Academy follows a formal process to determine compensation for its officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. This process includes: Review and approval by independent persons who are not involved in the compensation decisions or related to the individual being compensated, typically members of the Board of Directors or a Compensation Committee. Use of comparability data such as salary surveys, industry standards, and compensation studies to ensure that compensation levels are reasonable and consistent with similar organizations in the nonprofit and music education sectors. Contemporaneous substantiation through documented meeting minutes and written reports that reflect the deliberations and final decisions on compensation. This process ensures compliance with IRS regulations and promotes transparency and accountability in our governance practices. Part VI, Line 15b Yes, The Creative Academy follows a formal process to determine compensation for its officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. This process includes: Review and approval by independent persons who are not involved in the compensation decisions or related to the individual being compensated, typically members of the Board of Directors or a Compensation Committee. Use of comparability data such as salary surveys, industry standards, and compensation studies to ensure that compensation levels are reasonable and consistent with similar organizations in the nonprofit and music education sectors. Contemporaneous substantiation through documented meeting minutes and written reports that reflect the deliberations and final decisions on compensation. This process ensures compliance with IRS regulations and promotes transparency and accountability in our governance practices. Part VI, Line 19 During the tax year, The Creative Academy made its governing documents, including its Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws, its written Conflict of Interest Policy, and financial statements available to the public. These documents can be accessed by any interested party upon request via email or through the organizations official website contact form. Additionally, The Creative Academy posted a summary of its most recent audited financial statements on its website to promote transparency. The organization also established a formal public disclosure policy in 2024 to ensure timely and easy access to governance and financial information, including posting updated versions of key policies and IRS Form 990 annually on its website. This policy reflects The Creative Academys commitment to transparency, accountability, and community trust. 990 Form was filled out incorrectly and never submitted and we had an Accountant change.