The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre is a community of producers, institutions, and musical theatre enthusiasts supporting the development, production, and appreciation of musical theatre. We understand that it often takes hundreds of thousands of dollars to develop a single musical. Try to move that show to broadway and it can take millions of dollars more. While this is typically more than one person or institution can afford on their own, if we pool our resources, together we can make a tremendous impact.
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc at a glance
In short: The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc gave $13K across 1 grant in 2024 (avg $13K), mostly in New York. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $12,500
- +25.0% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 1
- +0.0% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,500
- +25.0% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $12,500
- Total assets
- $650,751
- +0.2% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- New York (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
Who The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was National Alliance for Musical Theatre ($13K).
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 3 grants of 3 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2024 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2022 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $10K (2022) to $13K (2024). In 2024 it made 1 grant totaling $13K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Alliance for Musical Theatre New York, NY | Namt producing sponsorship - 34th annual festival of musicals | $12,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $650,751 | $33,930 | $52,664 | $12,500 | 1 | $30,763 |
| 2023 | $649,288 | $65,780 | $47,773 | $10,000 | 1 | $63,263 |
| 2022 | $614,602 | $-11,795 | $38,796 | $10,000 | 1 | $-11,937 |
| 2021 | $756,809 | $780,204 | $17,926 | — | — | $22,254 |
About The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc
Based on IRS filings
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Owatonna, MN. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $651K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grant totaling $13K. Net investment income was $31K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc is led by John Thew, President on every filing since 2021; 1 of 3 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
John Thew
President
On filings since 2021
5 hrs/week
$12K (2021) → $12K (2024)
Troy Bermel
Vice President
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Ann Sandin
Treasurer
New on the 2024 filing
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (2)
- Former: Elizabeth Wenzel (2021–2024) — Treasurer · Filing note: Through 32024
- Former: Sibyl Gruhl (2021–2024) — Secretary · Filing note: Through 82024
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $12K, to John Thew (President).
Frequently asked questions about The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc
How much does The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc give each year?
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc gave $13K across 1 grant in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $10K across 1 grant.
How large is The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc?
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc reported $651K in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $34K.
What is The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc?
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc is a public charity focused on Arts, Culture & Humanities, based in Owatonna, MN. It holds $651K in total assets as of 2024.
Where does The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc operate?
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc has awarded grants in New York.
What is The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc's EIN?
The National Foundation for Musical Theatre Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 83-1537885. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(4)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS October 24, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 7, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 5, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2024
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