Steady State
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.
Institutional Epochs
Historical Performance
| Year | Revenue | Top Comp | Comp % Rev | Score | Phase Label | Outlook | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Hidden | Hidden | — | — | Unknown | — | |
| 2024 | — | — | 73.3% | 26 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2023 | — | — | — | 37 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2022 | — | — | 94.4% | 30 | Critical Intervention Needed | Gov Risk | |
| 2021 | — | — | — | 33 | Critical Intervention Needed | Recovery | |
| 2020 | — | — | 94.6% | 28 | Critical Intervention Needed | Decline Risk | |
| 2019 | — | — | — | 39 | Financially Distressed | Recovery | |
| 2018 | — | — | — | 37 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2017 | — | — | — | 39 | Financially Distressed | Recovery | |
| 2016 | — | — | — | 37 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2015 | — | — | — | 39 | Financially Distressed | Decline Risk | |
| 2014 | — | — | — | 43 | Fragile | Recovery | |
| 2013 | — | — | — | 37 | Financially Distressed | Decline Risk | |
| 2012 | — | — | — | 43 | Fragile | Decline Risk | |
| 2011 | — | — | — | 45 | Fragile | Stable Watch |
Officer compensation history
Tax year 2025
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KYLA WILLIAMS | Executive Dir. | 38.2% of Rev | ||
| MARISA BRADFIELD | Artistic Director | 16.4% of Rev | ||
| MARLA LOWREY | Board Member | 10.3% of Rev | ||
| LEILANI DOWNER | Board Member | 8.4% of Rev | ||
| HOLLY RASEY | Board Member | — | ||
| GINETTA NISTORAN | Secretary | — | ||
| SUE SAPER | Board Member | — | ||
| SHARON MOUNTFORD | Board Member | — | ||
| MARSHA TAYLOR | Board President | — | ||
| ALETA BRAXTON | Board Member | — | ||
| KRISTA HANSON | Treasurer | — | ||
| Michael Weiser | Board Member | — | ||
| Leilani Downer | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2023
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KYLA WILLIAMS | Executive Dir. | 44.8% of Rev | ||
| MARISA BRADFIELD | Board Member | 16.3% of Rev | ||
| LEILANI DOWNER | Board Member | 8.6% of Rev | ||
| MARLA LOWREY | Teacher & Vocal Coach | 7.6% of Rev | ||
| CRIS MONARCH | Accompanist | 7.5% of Rev | ||
| HOLLY RASEY | Board President | — | ||
| SUSAN SISKIN | Board Member | — | ||
| GINETTA NISTORAN | Secretary | — | ||
| SUE SAPER | Treasurer | — | ||
| SHARON MOUNTFORD | Board Member | — |
Tax year 2022
| Name | Title | Phone | Compensation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SEAN CARNEY | Board Member | 18.3% of Rev | ||
| SUE SAPER | Administrator | 9.0% of Rev | ||
| LEILANI DOWNER | Marketing | 8.4% of Rev | ||
| CRIS MONARCH | Accompanianst | 6.4% of Rev | ||
| MARLA LOWREY | Teacher & Vocal Coach | 6.2% of Rev | ||
| HOLLY RASEY | Development Consultant | 6.2% of Rev | ||
| JOY SHAHAN | Board President | — | ||
| HOLLY RASEY | Secretary | — | ||
| SUSAN SISKIN | Board Member | — | ||
| CAROLYN TICKTIN | Board Member | — | ||
| GINETTA NISTORAN | Board Member | — | ||
| ROYA SARGENT | Board Member | — | ||
| SHARON MOUNTFORD | Board Member | — |
Score breakdown
The three components combine into a single 0–100 score weighted as shown. Full methodology →
Peer comparison
Compared to 829 other orgs in CA with NTEE prefix A6.
Most-divergent component: program score sits 17 points below the peer median (15 vs. 32).
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 73.3% is well above the sector's 90th percentile (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:
- Reduce top-officer compensation from 73.3% to under 22% of revenue — would move governance score by ~40 points.
- Separate signing authority from fundraising authority when both are held by one person — removes the concentration penalty (~12 points).
Improving governance is a board decision. These are the levers.