Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation Inc

New York, NY · Founded 1968

Preserves and shares African American cultural heritage through contemporary dance performances and education

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Arts & Culture
Topic
Dance Performance
Contact
Thomas Cott
Website Contact

About Organization

Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation enriches the field of dance by sharing the African American cultural experience through performances, training, and community programs. Based in New York, NY, the organization operates with annual revenue of $48.1 million and employs approximately 497 staff members. Founded in 1968, it serves diverse audiences through professional dance companies, educational programs, and arts training.

What They Focus On

Contemporary Dance

Presenting world-class modern and contemporary dance performances that celebrate African American artistic expression and cultural heritage

Arts Education

Providing dance training and educational programs to underserved communities, making dance accessible to people of all backgrounds

Cultural Preservation

Documenting and sharing the African American experience through dance, ensuring cultural traditions are preserved for future generations

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2021)

$48.1M

-2.7% vs 2021

Assets (2021)

$260.8M

+1.2% vs 2021

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2021 — — — —
2021 $49,395,909 $42,437,715 $257,662,922 497
2020 — — — —
2020 $57,516,021 $28,323,083 $281,510,008 652
2019 $40,132,303 $42,630,111 $224,568,695 856
2018 $48,602,296 $45,352,857 $224,173,655 856
2017 $48,064,632 $43,800,306 $219,046,797 830

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Artistic Development

    Create and rehearse contemporary dance works that celebrate African American cultural traditions and experiences

  • 02

    Performance Tours

    Present live performances to diverse audiences through national and international touring productions

  • 03

    Community Training

    Provide dance classes and educational programs to students and communities across all backgrounds

  • 04

    Cultural Preservation

    Document and share the legacy of African American contributions to modern dance art forms

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation Inc

Professional Dance Company

World-renowned touring dance company performing contemporary and modern works celebrating African American heritage

Arts Education Programs

Training and classes serving underserved populations through dance education and community engagement initiatives

Public Performances

Live dance performances and cultural events sharing artistic excellence with audiences nationwide and internationally

Dance Training Institute

Professional training programs developing dancers and artists in contemporary and modern dance techniques

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation Inc.

Aaron Thomas

Aaron Thomas

Hip Hop
Adam Barruch

Adam Barruch

Contemporary
Adanna Smalls

Adanna Smalls

Adrienne Hurd

Adrienne Hurd

Horton
Ahtoy Juliana (Baila Society)

Ahtoy Juliana (Baila Society)

Salsa
Alain "Hurrikane" Lauture

Alain "Hurrikane" Lauture

Hip Hop
Alexandra Love Strouse

Alexandra Love Strouse

Kids & Teens
Alia Kache

Alia Kache

Alicia Graf Mack

Alicia Graf Mack

Daria L. and Eric J. Wallach Artistic Director
Alisha Rena Peek

Alisha Rena Peek

TC

Thomas Cott

Director Of Marketing
Full-time
Compensation: $230,385
JG

Justin Garlinghouse

Director Of Development
Full-time
Compensation: $215,176
CZ

Christopher Zunner

Director Of Public Relations
Full-time
Compensation: $204,588
CS

Chad Sutton

Director Of Information Technology
Full-time
Compensation: $184,753
MR

Mathew Rushing

Assoc. Artistic Director
Full-time
Compensation: $173,143
AK

Anthony Kendall

President
10 hrs/week
EP

Elena Paul

Dir Of Legal & General Counsel
Full-time
Compensation: $223,428
EW

Eric Wright

General Manager
Full-time
Compensation: $165,453
BR

Bennett Rink

Trustee/Executive Director
RB

Robert Battle

Trustee/Artistic Director
PR

Pamela Robinson

Treasurer & CFO

Milestones

1968

Foundation Established

1968

Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation received IRS tax-exempt status and began operations

2017

Major Growth Period

2017

Organization expanded operations with 830 employees and $48 million in revenue

2020

Peak Operations

2020

Achieved highest recorded revenue of $57.5 million with 652 staff members

2021

Sustained Impact

2021

Maintained strong presence with $48 million revenue and 497 employees

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

BR
Bennett Rink Trustee/Executive Director 40.00 hrs/week · $538,921
RB
Robert Battle Trustee/Artistic Director 40.00 hrs/week · $481,437
PR
Pamela Robinson CFO/Treasurer 40.00 hrs/week · $261,235
AL
Anthony Lewis Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
AM
Arthur Mirante II Vice-Chair 5.00 hrs/week
CS
Cara Sabin Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
DR
Danielle Robinson Trustee (From 9/22/21) 5.00 hrs/week
DW
Daria Wallach Chair 10.00 hrs/week
DW
Dejuan Wilson Trustee (From 6/2/22) 5.00 hrs/week
EK
Edna Kane Williams Trustee (From 11/18/21) 5.00 hrs/week
EA
Eleanor Applewhaite Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
GW
Gillian Wynn Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
GB
Gunther Bright Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
JP
Jack Pitts Trustee (From 6/2/22) 5.00 hrs/week
JK
Jaishri Kapoor Vice-Chair 5.00 hrs/week
JZ
Jean-Rene Zetrenne Trustee (From 11/18/21) 5.00 hrs/week
JW
Joan Weill Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
JA
Joy Allen-Altimare Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
LR
Lata Reddy Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
LC
Laura Corb Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
LM
Leslie Maheras Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
LM
Lucinda Martinez Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
MQ
Muhammad Qubbaj Trustee (From 9/22/21) 5.00 hrs/week
PZ
Pamela Zilly Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
PM
Paulette Mullings Bradnock Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
RK
Robert Kissane Trustee 5.00 hrs/week
RC
Robyn Coles Trustee (Thru 3/24/22) 5.00 hrs/week
RH
Rosalind Hudnell Trustee (Thru 3/24/22) 5.00 hrs/week
ST
Sela Thompson Collins Vice-Chair 5.00 hrs/week
SP
Stanley Plesent Trustee (Thru 1/27/22) 5.00 hrs/week
SM
Stephen Meringoff Vice-Chair 5.00 hrs/week
PR
Pamela Robinson Treasurer & CFO

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2021)

$3.0M

Highest Paid

$588K

Bennett Rink

Compensated Officers

10

Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Bennett Rink Trustee/Executive Director $538,921 $48,752 $587,673 40
Robert Battle Trustee/Artistic Director $481,437 $30,695 $512,132 40
Pamela Robinson CFO/Treasurer $261,235 $55,844 $317,079 40
Thomas Cott Director Of Marketing $230,385 $24,011 $254,396 40
Elena Paul DIR Of Legal & General Counsel $223,428 $24,655 $248,083 40
Justin Garlinghouse Director Of Development $215,176 $23,365 $238,541 40
Chad Sutton Director Of Information Technology $184,753 $52,272 $237,025 40
Christopher Zunner Director Of Public Relations $204,588 $22,541 $227,129 40
Eric Wright General Manager $165,453 $34,779 $200,232 40
Mathew Rushing ASSOC. Artistic Director $173,143 $21,089 $194,232 40

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

COVID-19 PPP Loans

Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Fully Forgiven

Total Approved

$4.1M

Total Forgiven

$4.2M

101% forgiven

Jobs Retained

419

Loan Details 1 loan

$4,115,500
Forgiven
Forgiven: $4,164,086 100%
Approved Apr 15, 2020
Lender Citibank, N.A.
Jobs Reported 419
Forgiven On Jun 25, 2021

Source: Small Business Administration • Paycheck Protection Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$423K Grants Received
12 Organizations

Top Funders

12 total
A
Aarp
$140K
FI
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund
$87K
TW
The Winston-Salem Foundation
$50K
TI
THDF II Inc DBA
$50K
TN
The New York Community Trust
$22K
NY
New York Foundation For Elder Care
$15K
AH
American Health Care Association
$15K
AO
American Online Giving Foundation Inc.
$15K
FY
Find Your Light Foundation
$10K
GD
Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund
$7K
+2 more funders
Aarp Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Winston-Salem Foundation THDF II Inc DBA The New York Community Trust New York Foundation For Elder Care American Health Care Association American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Find Your Light Foundation Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund United Way Miami Inc. The Ayco Charitable Foundation
Aarp Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund The Winston-Salem Foundation THDF II Inc DBA The New York Community Trust New York Foundation For Elder Care American Health Care Association American Online Giving Foundation Inc. Find Your Light Foundation Gs Donor Advised Philanthropy Fund United Way Miami Inc. The Ayco Charitable Foundation

Source: IRS Form 990 Schedule I filings. Amounts may span multiple tax years.

Federal Funding

Government awards and grants from USAspending.gov

$60K Total Obligated
$60K Total Amount
2 Awards
2 Agencies

By Agency

NEA $60K
Education $0

Awards

Agency Award ID Type Period Amount
NEA 1947042-33-26 PROJECT GRANT (B) 2026 $60,000
Education P268K263873 DIRECT LOAN (E) 2025-2047 $0

Source: USAspending.gov. Amounts represent total federal obligations.

Contact

Get in touch with Alvin Ailey Dance Foundation Inc

Phone

(212) 405-9000
Visit Website
405 West 55th Street New York, NY 10019