Steady State
"Fosters youth musical talent and provides foundational orchestral music education to thousands of elementary school children in Arkansas through dedicated programs."
— 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
- Approximately 200 volunteer hours (Stella Boyle Smith Competition)
- Approximately 1800 children (Children's Concert)
- About 2,000 students (Orchestra and You program)
Title
Representative Institutions
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 | — | 30 | Critical Intervention Needed | Recovery | |
| 2022 | — | — | — | 31 | Critical Intervention Needed | Recovery | |
| 2021 | — | — | — | 32 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2020 | — | — | — | 48 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2019 | — | — | — | 27 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 41 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2017 | — | — | — | 27 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2016 | — | — | — | 41 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 27 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 33 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 41 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 29 | Critical Intervention Needed | Stable Watch |
Officer compensation history
Tax year 2026
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Fitzgerald | Board President | — | ||
| Jeanne Fitzgerald | Board President | — | ||
| Lesley Cooper | Board President | — | ||
| June Lloyd | Secretary | — | ||
| Nancy Cole | Treasurer | — | ||
| Tracey Rice | Treasurer | — | ||
| Tandy Cole | Board President | — |
Tax year 2025
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOB FITZGERALD | Board President | — | ||
| JEANNE FITZGERALD | Board President | — | ||
| LESLEY COOPER | Board President | — | ||
| JUNE LLOYD | Secretary | — | ||
| NANCY COLE | Treasurer | — | ||
| TRACEY RICE | Treasurer | — | ||
| TANDY COLE | Board President | — |
Tax year 2023
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TANDY COBB | Board President | — | ||
| CAMILLE WILLIAMS | Board President | — | ||
| PAT LUZZI | Secretary | — | ||
| TRACEY RICE | Treasurer | — | ||
| NANCY COLE | Treasurer | — | ||
| SUSAN MARSH | Board President | — |
Tax year 2022
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSAN MARSH | Board President | — | ||
| TANDY COBB | Board President | — | ||
| PAT LUZZI | Secretary | — | ||
| MARY FRANCES COTHAM | Treasurer | — | ||
| TRACEY RICE | Treasurer | — | ||
| BETTY HERRON | Board President | — |
Score breakdown
The three components combine into a single 0–100 score weighted as shown. Full methodology →
Peer comparison
Compared to 34 other orgs in AR with NTEE prefix A6.
Most-divergent component: program score sits 21 points below the peer median (15 vs. 36).
5-year trend: Steady State
No extreme longitudinal divergence detected. The organization is maintaining its current operational philosophy.
What's driving this score
- All-volunteer org with no paid officers — governance signal is neutral (default 50), not absent.
- 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:
- 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.