Steady State
"Enriches the community through music by providing cultural experiences, educational programs, and performance opportunities, including student competitions and a youth orchestra for developing local musical talents."
— Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
What does this mean?
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
The Path Forward
The Stewardship
Focuses on long-term sustainability and gentle cultivation of existing resources rather than forced expansion. It honors the organization's established role as a reliable anchor.
Demonstrated Impact
- Two competitions are held
- Participants range in age from 7 - 18
- Participants typically playing instrument for two years or more
- Perform in two major concerts per year
Institutional Epochs
Historical Performance
| Year | Revenue | Top Comp | Comp % Rev | Score | Phase Label | Outlook | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hidden | Hidden | — | — | Unknown | — | |
| 2024 | Hidden | Hidden | — | — | Unknown | — | |
| 2023 | Hidden | Hidden | 16.9% | 37 | Financially Distressed | Decline Risk | |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 41 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2021 | — | — | 19.5% | 40 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2020 | — | — | 13.4% | 39 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2019 | — | — | 13.9% | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 39 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2017 | — | — | — | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Stable Watch | |
| 2016 | — | — | — | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Stable Watch | |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Stable Watch | |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Stable Watch | |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 35 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 39 | Fragile | Stable Watch | |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 39 | Fragile | Stable Watch |
Officer compensation history
Tax year 2026
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAYLENE CARTER | EXECUTIVE DI | 16.9% of Rev | ||
| BRANDON ADAMS | Board President | — | ||
| JANET ADCOX | PAST SECRETA | — | ||
| GERALD BECHAM | Board Member | — | ||
| JOHN BEYERS | Board Member | — | ||
| STEVE BOATNER | Board Member | — | ||
| LIBBA BOWLING | Board Member | — | ||
| CLARA KEITH BROWN | Board President | — | ||
| JENNIFER EMERY | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY LYNN FARESS | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFF HIGGINS | Treasurer | — | ||
| JANET JOHNSON | PAST PRESIDE | — | ||
| SCOTT LANDA | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD MCGEE | Board Member | — | ||
| KAYE MINCHEW | Board Member | — | ||
| CHRISTINE MINICOZZI | Board Member | — | ||
| JOYCE MORGAN-YOUNG | Board Member | — | ||
| TARA OGLETREE | Board Member | — | ||
| BRIAN PETERSON | Board Member | — | ||
| TESSA SCANLON | Board Member | — | ||
| DEEDEE WILLIAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DOUG WOLFE | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFF WRIGHT | Secretary | — |
Tax year 2025
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAYLENE CARTER | EXECUTIVE DI | 16.9% of Rev | ||
| BRANDON ADAMS | Board President | — | ||
| JANET ADCOX | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD BECHAM | Board Member | — | ||
| DR JOHN BEYERS | Board Member | — | ||
| LIBBA BOWLING | Board Member | — | ||
| CLARA KEITH BROWN | VICE PRESIDE | — | ||
| DR LAURANNE BUCHANAN | Secretary | — | ||
| JOELINE DAVIDSON | Board Member | — | ||
| JENNIFER EMERY | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY LYNN FARESS | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFF HIGGINS | Treasurer | — | ||
| JANET JOHNSON | Board President | — | ||
| SCOTT LANDA | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD MCGEE | Board Member | — | ||
| KAYE MINCHEW | PAST PRESIDE | — | ||
| CHRISTINE MINICOZZI | Board Member | — | ||
| JOYCE MORGAN-YOUNG | Board Member | — | ||
| TESSA SCANLON | Board Member | — | ||
| MARDI SCHAUFLER | Board Member | — | ||
| DEEDEE WILLIAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DOUG WOLFE | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2023
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAYLENE CARTER | EXECUTIVE DI | 18.3% of Rev | ||
| BRANDON ADAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DR BOWEN BEALL | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD BECHAM | Board Member | — | ||
| DR JOHN BEYERS | Board Member | — | ||
| LIBBA BOWLING | Board Member | — | ||
| DR LAURANNE BUCHANAN | Secretary | — | ||
| JOHN CIPOLLA | VICE PRESIDE | — | ||
| JOELINE DAVIDSON | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY LYNN FARESS | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFF HIGGINS | Board President | — | ||
| DR SANDY JOHNSON | Board Member | — | ||
| JANET JOHNSON | Board President | — | ||
| SCOTT LANDA | Board Member | — | ||
| GARY MAYER | Treasurer | — | ||
| GERALD MCGEE | Board Member | — | ||
| KAYE MINCHEW | PAST PRESIDE | — | ||
| JOYCE MORGAN-YOUNG | Board Member | — | ||
| DR MARDI SHAUFLER | Board Member | — | ||
| CHANDLER STUART | Board Member | — | ||
| DEEDEE WILLIAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY ANN WILSON | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2022
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAYLENE CARTER | EXECUTIVE DI | 16.9% of Rev | ||
| BRANDON ADAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DR BOWEN BEALL | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD BECHAM | Board Member | — | ||
| DR JOHN BEYERS | Board Member | — | ||
| LIBBA BOWLING | Board Member | — | ||
| DR LAURANNE BUCHANAN | Secretary | — | ||
| JOHN CIPOLLA | VICE PRESIDE | — | ||
| JOELINE DAVIDSON | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY LYNN FARESS | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFF HIGGINS | Board President | — | ||
| DR SANDY JOHNSON | Board Member | — | ||
| JANET JOHNSON | Board President | — | ||
| SCOTT LANDA | Board Member | — | ||
| GARY MAYER | Treasurer | — | ||
| GERALD MCGEE | Board Member | — | ||
| KAYE MINCHEW | PAST PRESIDE | — | ||
| JOYCE MORGAN-YOUNG | Board Member | — | ||
| MARSHALL SAPP | Board Member | — | ||
| DR MARDI SHAUFLER | Board Member | — | ||
| DR SCOTT SMITH | Board Member | — | ||
| YOLANDA STEPHEN | Board Member | — | ||
| CHANDLER STUART | Board Member | — | ||
| DEEDEE WILLIAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DR MARY ANN WILSON | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2021
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAYLENE CARTER | EXECUTIVE DI | 16.9% of Rev | ||
| KIM BANKS | Treasurer | — | ||
| DR BOWEN BEALL | Board Member | — | ||
| GERALD BECHAM | Board Member | — | ||
| DR JOHN BEYERS | Board Member | — | ||
| DR LAURANNE BUCHANAN | Secretary | — | ||
| JOHN CIPOLLA | Board Member | — | ||
| JOELINE DAVIDSON | Board Member | — | ||
| MARY LYNN FARESS | Board Member | — | ||
| JEFFERY HIGGINS | Board President | — | ||
| LOU HARVATH III | Board Member | — | ||
| DR SANDY JOHNSON | Board Member | — | ||
| JANET JOHNSON | VICE-PRESIDE | — | ||
| SCOTT LANDA | Board Member | — | ||
| GARY MEYER | PAST PRESIDE | — | ||
| KAYE LANNING MINCHEW | Board President | — | ||
| MARSHALL SAPP | Board Member | — | ||
| DR SCOTT SMITH | Board Member | — | ||
| YOLANDA STEPHEN | Board Member | — | ||
| CHANDLER STUART | Board Member | — | ||
| DEEDEE WILLIAMS | Board Member | — | ||
| DR MARY ANN WILSON | Board Member | — | ||
| JOYCE MORGAN YOUNG | Board Member | — |
Score breakdown
The three components combine into a single 0–100 score weighted as shown. Full methodology →
Peer comparison
Compared to 123 other orgs in GA with NTEE prefix A6.
Most-divergent component: program score sits 15 points above the peer median (45 vs. 30).
5-year trend: Steady State
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
What's driving this score
- Comp-to-revenue ratio of 16.9% sits within the sector's healthy band (18–22%).
- Financial resilience score in the bottom quartile — reserves and liabilities ratios warrant review.
What would change this score
The two changes that would most improve this score:
- Separate signing authority from fundraising authority when both are held by one person — removes the concentration penalty (~12 points).
- Build cash reserves to at least 3 months of operating expenses — moves financial resilience score meaningfully (~10 points).
Improving governance is a board decision. These are the levers.