Nonprofit · EIN 32-0070205
KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA
Tax-exempt · KANSAS CITY, MO 64108
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 30, 2025 | 990 | $557,133 | $520,902 | $36,231 | $125,539 | $17,586 | $107,953 |
| June 30, 2024 | 990 | $527,535 | $698,615 | -$171,080 | $90,115 | $18,150 | $71,965 |
| June 30, 2023 | 990 | $582,750 | $697,308 | -$114,558 | $294,298 | $51,801 | $242,497 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $377,584
- of which government grants
- $55,070
- Program service revenue
- $185,564
- Investment income
- $459
- Net income from fundraising events
- -$17,963
- Net income from gaming
- -$363
- Net income from sales of inventory
- $5,231
- Other revenue
- -$6,474
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $72,180
- Other salaries and wages
- $89,224
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $176,285
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $6,129
- Occupancy
- $43,740
- Travel
- $11,109
- Depreciation
- $400
- Program services (functional)
- $356,488
- Management and general (functional)
- $156,753
- Fundraising (functional)
- $7,661
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $90,115
- Total assets, end of year
- $125,539
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $17,586
- Net assets, end of year
- $107,953
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $867
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $92,507
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $15,446
- Gross receipts
- $615,927
- Employees
- 6
- Volunteers
- 13
- Year formed
- 2003
- State of legal domicile
- MO
From the e-filed returns the IRS publishes as XML (latest three processing years; amended returns replace the original). PDF copies at the IRS.
Officers, directors and key employees
As listed on the 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation | Other / benefits |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alyssa Bell Jackson | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $68,170 | $3,675 |
| Brian Johnston | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Lee Brumitt | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Mike Fischer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Gus Jianas | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Gary Hailes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Rory Kirk | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Kim Gile | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Edwin Lowndes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Zahid Nana | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Sophie Rojas | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Andrew Toews | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
| Jessica Thatch | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2024: 11 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lea Petrie | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $79,312 |
| Brian Johnston | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Lee Brumitt | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Mike Fischer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Gus Jianas | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Kim Gile | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Gary Hailes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rory Kirk | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Edwin Lowndes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Zahid Nana | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Andrew Toews | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
990 for the year ended June 30, 2023: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lea Petrie | Executive Director Officer | 40 | $80,345 |
| Brian Johnston | Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Lee Brumitt | Vice President Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Mike Fischer | Treasurer Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Gus Jianas | Secretary Trustee or director, Officer | 1 | $0 |
| Jennifer Trusty | Past Board President Trustee or director, Officer | 3 | $0 |
| Benny Lee | Board Member Trustee or director | 2 | $0 |
| Gary Hailes | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| James Prevost | Board Member Trustee or director | 1.5 | $0 |
| Kim Gile | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Rebecca Dowell | Board Member Trustee or director | 1 | $0 |
| Zahid Nana | Board Member Trustee or director | 1.5 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 31 W 31ST ST, KANSAS CITY, MO 64108-3317
- In care of
- % LARRY KOPITNIK
- Principal officer (990 for 2024)
- Alyssa Bell Jackson, 31 West 31st Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
- Signed the 990
- Lee Brumitt, President
- Phone
- (816) 225-4949
- Website
- kcjo.org
- Return prepared by
- Support Kansas City
Mission
The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra is dedicated to promoting the rich culture of Kansas City through performance and education. We strive to be a leading voice, ensuring that Kansas City's influential jazz tradition continues to thrive and evolve.
Program accomplishments
- The Kansas City Jazz Orchestra (KCJO) continued its steady evolution during the 2024-2025 season, building on more than two decades of artistic growth while clarifying its mission, organizational structure, and long-term sustainability. Founded in 2003 by retired attorney Gene Hall, along with jazz musician and educator Jim Mair and his wife Mary, KCJO was created to preserve, perform, and advance the Kansas City jazz tradition through large-ensemble performance and education. Gene Hall, whose vision and leadership were instrumental in the organization's founding and early success, passed away in 2024. His commitment to Kansas City's cultural life continues to guide the organization's work. KCJO's 20th anniversary season marked a significant inflection point for the organization. Anniversary performances at the Folly Theater featuring Marilyn Maye, who appeared at the Orchestra's inaugural concert in November 2003, brought together longtime supporters, original ensemble members, and new audiences. These performances coincided with a comprehensive rebranding effort and prompted a period of strategic assessment focused on financial sustainability, public awareness, and internal operations. Collectively, these efforts reflect KCJO's transition from anniversary reflection to forward-looking implementation. The 2024-2025 season positioned the organization for continued artistic excellence, improved financial health, expanded educational reach, and sustained community impact.Expenses $335,263 · revenue $172,079
- Education remained a core component of KCJO's mission and strategic planning. A specific objective of the plan was to expand access to jazz education for students and educators in both urban and rural school districts. KCJO advanced this goal through multiple initiatives, including summer camp partnerships and conference performances. During the summer of 2024, KCJO musicians visited 19 locations across the region and reached an estimated 2,000 students, many of whom attend schools with limited access to arts programming. In addition, KCJO performed at the Missouri Music Educators Association (MMEA) Conference, reaching more than 800 Missouri music educators and students and increasing statewide awareness of KCJO's educational and artistic resources.Expenses $21,225 · revenue $13,485
What it must file and when
IRS records say it files Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N. Its accounting year ends in June, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | June 30, 2026 | November 16, 2026 | Not due yet |
| 2024 | June 30, 2025 | November 17, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | June 30, 2024 | November 15, 2024 | 990 on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 32-0070205
- Tax-exempt status
- 501(c)(3): Charitable, religious, educational or scientific organization
- Foundation status
- Publicly supported organization (509(a)(2))
- Donations deductible (Pub 78)
- Public charity, 50% deduction limit
- Exempt since
- 2003
- Accounting year ends
- June
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A68)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $125,539
- Income (IRS master file)
- $615,927
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | June 2025 | $557,133 | $520,902 | $125,539 | XML |
| 990 | June 2024 | $527,535 | $698,615 | $90,115 | XML |
| 990 | June 2023 | $582,750 | $697,308 | $294,298 | XML |
| 990 | June 2022 | $492,189 | $513,639 | $402,092 | IRS |
| 990 | June 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2019 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990 | June 2018 | – | – | – | IRS |
990-N: the IRS bulk file holds only the latest e-Postcard per organization; earlier years come from archived copies of that file since 2020 and can have gaps (the IRS e-Postcard search lists every one). 990, 990-EZ, 990-PF, 990-T: every e-filed return in the IRS e-file index since 2019; XML for the latest three processing years, amounts from the IRS Statistics of Income extracts before that. PDF copies and determination letters at the IRS (search EIN 32-0070205).
Questions about KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA
- What is the EIN of KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA is 32-0070205.
- Is KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 2003.
- Are donations to KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA file?
- Form 990 or 990-EZ. Based on its last return; a smaller organization may file the 990-N.
- When is the next return of KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA due?
- The return for tax year 2025 (the year ending June 30, 2026) is due November 16, 2026. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended June 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 names Alyssa Bell Jackson.
- Who are the officers and directors of KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA?
- The 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 lists 13 people; 1 received compensation from the organization, the highest $68,170 (Alyssa Bell Jackson, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does KANSAS CITY JAZZ ORCHESTRA have?
- On its 990 for the year ended June 30, 2025 it reported revenue of $557,133, expenses of $520,902 and total assets of $125,539 at year end.
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