Nonprofit · EIN 38-3373601
THE ART EXPERIENCE INC
Tax-exempt · PONTIAC, MI 48342
Financials
| Year ended | Form | Revenue | Expenses | Net income | Total assets | Liabilities | Net assets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 31, 2025 | 990 | $253,674 | $252,137 | $1,537 | $191,932 | $45 | $191,887 |
| December 31, 2024 | 990 | $358,089 | $218,650 | $139,439 | $204,243 | $4,985 | $199,258 |
| December 31, 2023 | 990-EZ | $172,016 | $237,001 | -$64,985 | $59,123 | $6,416 | $52,707 |
Financial details: 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025
Revenue
- Contributions, gifts and grants
- $75,348
- of which government grants
- $44,385
- Program service revenue
- $178,294
- Investment income
- $32
- Other revenue
- $0
Expenses
- Grants and similar amounts paid
- $0
- Compensation of officers, directors and key employees
- $45,795
- Other salaries and wages
- $72,023
- Salaries, compensation and benefits (total)
- $125,519
- Professional fundraising fees
- $0
- Accounting fees
- $6,285
- Occupancy
- $15,372
- Travel
- $111
- Depreciation
- $1,461
- Program services (functional)
- $202,650
- Management and general (functional)
- $41,040
- Fundraising (functional)
- $8,447
Balance sheet and other
- Total assets, start of year
- $204,243
- Total assets, end of year
- $191,932
- Total liabilities, end of year
- $45
- Net assets, end of year
- $191,887
- Land, buildings and equipment
- $3,812
- Net assets without donor restrictions
- $161,240
- Net assets with donor restrictions
- $30,647
- Gross receipts
- $253,674
- Employees
- 10
- Year formed
- 1996
- State of legal domicile
- MI
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 December 31, 2025, highest compensation first.
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth McLachlan | Executive Director | 40 | $25,900 |
| Audra Pieknik | Executive Director | 40 | $15,095 |
| Lori Brauer | President Officer | 25 | $4,800 |
| Angie Okonski | Secretary Officer | 8 | $2,202 |
| Kaitlyn Fritz | Trustee Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Andrew May | Director Trustee or director | 4 | $0 |
| Megan McCoy | Treasurer Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Marega DeLizio | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Oniell Franz | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Shauna Morrow | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Ashley Turner | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Lisa Washington | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
990 for the year ended December 31, 2024: 10 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Audra Pieknik | Executive Director | 40 | $46,165 |
| Lori Brauer | President Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Angie Okonski | Secretary Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Megan McCoy | Treasurer Officer | 4 | $0 |
| Marego DeLizia | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| O'Neil Franso | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Shauna Morrow | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Ashley Turner | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Lisa Washington | Director Officer | 2 | $0 |
| Andrew May | Vice President Officer | 2 | $0 |
990-EZ for the year ended December 31, 2023: 12 people
| Name | Title | Hours / week | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| AUDRA PIEKNIK | EXECUTIVE DI | 40 | $40,110 |
| JOHN HANCOCK | PRESIDENT | 2 | $0 |
| KAREN MCGARRY | VICE PRESIDE | 2 | $0 |
| ANGIE OKONSKI | TREASURER | 4 | $0 |
| SHELBY HERRON | SECRETARY | 2 | $0 |
| ONEIL FRANSO | PAST PRESIDE | 2 | $0 |
| MEGAN ODELL | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| MAREGA DELIZIO | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| SONYA MALONE | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| THOMAS LAWRENCE | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| MEGAN MCCOY | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
| KIESHA JONES | TRUSTEE | 2 | $0 |
Address and contacts
- Address (IRS master file)
- 175 S SAGINAW ST STE 109, PONTIAC, MI 48342-2254
- Principal officer (990 for 2025)
- Elizabeth McLachlan
- Signed the 990
- Elizabeth McLachlan, Executive Director
- Phone
- (248) 706-3304
- Website
- www.theartexperience.org
- Return prepared by
- Sheila M Flanagan CPA CFE CRMA
Mission
The Art Experiences mission is improving lives through the arts by fostering creativity, healing, and connection through inclusive, barrier-free programs that are accessible to people of all ages and abilities.
Program accomplishments
- The Art Experience extends its mission beyond the studio by partnering with schools, companies, and community organizations to provide accessible, high-quality art programming tailored to each setting. Whether through classroom residencies that support arts education, workplace workshops that foster creativity and wellness, or collaborative projects that bring communities together, these programs ensure that the benefits of art are not limited by geography, income, or ability. By meeting people where they are, we strengthen community connection and expand opportunities for inclusive, barrier-free creative engagement.Expenses $81,060
- Our Art Therapy program provides individual and group sessions led by licensed art therapists, grounded in evidence-based practice. We serve people of all ages, with a focus on youth with disabilities, individuals experiencing homelessness, survivors of violence, military veterans, and others navigating trauma or life transitions. Through accessible, creative experiences, participants discover new ways to express themselves, develop coping skills, and strengthen emotional resilience in a safe and inclusive setting. The Art Experience is committed to reducing barriers through sliding-scale fees and partnerships that make therapeutic art accessible to those most in need.Expenses $64,848
- Open Studio is the heart of The Art Experience, providing a welcoming space where people of every age and ability can explore creativity at their own pace. Participants have access to a wide range of art materialsboth newly purchased and gently donatedalong with encouragement and guidance from professional artists and art therapists. Open Studio fosters inclusion, reduces stress, builds confidence, and cultivates meaningful social connections. Looking ahead, we are expanding outreach and hours to ensure even more individuals and families across Southeast Michigan can share in this creative community.Expenses $56,742
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 December, so each return is due on the 15th day of the 5th month after that.
| Tax year | Year ended | Due | IRS public records |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | December 31, 2025 | May 15, 2026 | 990 on file |
| 2024 | December 31, 2024 | May 15, 2025 | 990 on file |
| 2023 | December 31, 2023 | May 15, 2024 | 990-EZ on file |
IRS record
- EIN
- 38-3373601
- 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
- 1999
- Accounting year ends
- December
- Files
- Form 990 or 990-EZ
- Category (NTEE)
- Arts, culture and humanities (A25)
- Assets (IRS master file)
- $191,932
- Income (IRS master file)
- $253,674
Filing history
| Form | Year ended | Revenue | Expenses | Assets | Return |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 990 | December 2025 | $253,674 | $252,137 | $191,932 | IRS |
| 990 | December 2024 | $358,089 | $218,650 | $204,243 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2023 | $172,016 | $237,001 | $59,123 | XML |
| 990-EZ | December 2022 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2021 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 2020 | – | – | – | IRS |
| 990-EZ | December 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 38-3373601).
Questions about THE ART EXPERIENCE INC
- What is the EIN of THE ART EXPERIENCE INC?
- The employer identification number (EIN) of THE ART EXPERIENCE INC is 38-3373601.
- Is THE ART EXPERIENCE INC tax-exempt?
- Yes. The IRS lists it as tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) since 1999.
- Are donations to THE ART EXPERIENCE INC tax-deductible?
- Yes. It is listed in IRS Publication 78 (Public charity, 50% deduction limit).
- Which annual return does THE ART EXPERIENCE INC 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 THE ART EXPERIENCE INC due?
- The return for tax year 2026 (the year ending December 31, 2026) is due May 17, 2027. Form 8868 extends it by six months; the 990-N cannot be extended.
- When did THE ART EXPERIENCE INC last file with the IRS?
- The latest return in the IRS public files is the 990 for the year ended December 2025.
- Who is the principal officer of THE ART EXPERIENCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 names Elizabeth McLachlan.
- Who are the officers and directors of THE ART EXPERIENCE INC?
- The 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 lists 12 people; 4 received compensation from the organization, the highest $25,900 (Elizabeth McLachlan, Executive Director).
- How much revenue does THE ART EXPERIENCE INC have?
- On its 990 for the year ended December 31, 2025 it reported revenue of $253,674, expenses of $252,137 and total assets of $191,932 at year end.
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