2026-07-13T10:07:30-07:00 2025-12-31 680228024 HARMON BURSTYN CPA 1012 HACIENDA DR WALNUT CREEK CA 94598 990EZ 2025-01-01 814423317 LA River Public Art Project LARI 3239234341 6624 Dume Drive Malibu CA 90265 Esther Margulies Treasurer 2026-07-13 true Harmon Burstyn P00855188 9252863522 X 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z X www.lariverarts.org X X 184806 X 182509 2297 0 0 0 0 184806 89451 51092 70 21641 162254 22552 79888 102440 X 83907 103302 83907 103302 4019 862 79888 102440 Our organization provides public arts and culture programming and advocacy along the 51 mile length of the Los Angeles River. We provide cultural programming and education in community focused events with artists. Mission: We reimagine the LA River as a dynamic and vibrant landscape. Through innovative art installations and programs, we connect communities with the river, sparking dialogue, igniting creativity, and transforming the river into a shared public space.Vision: The LA River is a beloved public place where art enhances the quality of life for all. The river is a powerful force that shapes our past, present, and future, inspiring our shared cultures. River Sessions: Ongoing creative site visits led by artists and indigenous culture bearers at different locations along the LA River. Program Services Description 2025 During 2025, LA River Arts carried out its exempt purpose primarily through its River Sessions public programming series. River Sessions advances the organizations charitable mission to expand equitable access to arts and cultural programming along the Los Angeles River and to activate underutilized public spaces through site-responsive creative work. During the year, the organization: Produced 7 public River Sessions events Activated 6 river-adjacent locations across Los Angeles and Maywood Engaged approximately 160 participants Presented or commissioned 10 artists and collaborators Partnered with community-based organizations including BiciCrfono, LA Poet Society, MRCA, FoLAR, Forager Crafts, Metabolic Studio, and Shatto Gallery Programming included poetry rides, cultural heritage activations, artist-led workshops and discussions, LGBTQ+ performance and storytelling events, public exhibitions, and preservation/access tours. All events were free and open to the public. These activities furthered the organizations exempt purpose by integrating contemporary art, environmental awareness, and community engagement in public spaces along the Los Angeles River. 59885 59885 Elaine Renee-Weissman President 5.00 0 Esther Margulies Treasurer 5.00 0 Le Nguyen Board Member 2.00 0 Damian Possidente Board Member 0.50 0 Karlo Marcelo Board Member 0.50 0 Maria Mejia Executive Dir. 10.00 18694 false false false false false false false 0 0 0 false 0 0 false CA Esther Margulies 1131 Superba Avenue Venice CA 90291 2133647397 false false false false false false false false false false false NONE NONE true X 23300 112170 165958 161406 182509 645343 0 0 23300 112170 165958 161406 182509 645343 43088 602255 0 0 260 260 645603 0.93290 0.90020 X RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Other Expenses.1001 Advertising and Promotion $834 Other Expenses.1002 Office Expenses $30 Other Expenses.1007 Conferences, Conventions, and Meetings $141 Other Expenses.1012 Insurance $4382 Other Expenses.1 Human Relations $6338 Other Expenses.2 Computer expenses $2767 Other Expenses.3 Reimbursements $2292 Other Expenses.4 Payroll Fees $1880 Other Expenses.5 Dues & Subscriptions $1242 Other Expenses.6 Donations $1148 Other Expenses.7 Materials and Supplies $293 Other Expenses.8 Paypal Fees $232 Other Expenses.9 Tax & License $150 Other Expenses.10 Program $105 Other Expenses.12 Business Registration Fees $25 Other Expenses.14 Auto Expense $4 Other Expenses.29 Other Costs $-222 Total Liabilities.1001 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Beginning $3958 Accounts Payable and Accrued Expenses - Ending $801 Total Liabilities.1 Reimb Exp - Beginning $61 Reimb Exp - Ending $61