The Red Door Project

Portland, OR · Founded 2011

Uses narrative art and storytelling to bridge divides and foster connection across communities

Primary audience
General Public
Work area
Arts & Culture
Topic
Performing Arts

About Organization

The Red Door Project uses narrative art and storytelling to challenge perspectives and build community connections. Based in Portland, OR, the organization operates with 11 employees and 20 volunteers, generating $840,386 in annual revenue. Founded in 2011, it creates transformative experiences through performance and collaborative artistic practices.

What They Focus On

Narrative Storytelling

Creates transformative storytelling experiences that challenge perspectives and foster understanding across different communities

Performing Arts

Produces original performance art that uses narrative techniques to connect audiences and bridge social divides

Community Building

Facilitates collaborative art-making processes where diverse participants co-create the world they want to live in

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2024)

$840K

-24.5% vs 2023

Expenses (2024)

$660K

-25.8% vs 2023

Assets (2024)

$1.6M

+13.1% vs 2023

Employees (2024)

11

+0% vs 2023

Historical financial data from IRS Form 990
Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2024 $840,386 $660,020 $1,584,946 11
2023 $1,113,677 $889,072 $1,401,486 11
2022 $942,907 $953,480 $1,205,565 15
2020 $939,123 $674,479 $827,252 21
2018 $503,011 $635,172 $206,896 14

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

How They Work

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  • 01

    Community Engagement

    Connects with diverse communities to identify stories and experiences that bridge divides

  • 02

    Collaborative Creation

    Works with participants to develop narrative art pieces through co-creative processes

  • 03

    Artistic Production

    Produces performances and narrative art experiences using transformative storytelling techniques

  • 04

    Community Impact

    Presents work to audiences and facilitates dialogue that challenges and connects communities

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by The Red Door Project

Narrative Art Productions

Creates and presents original performance pieces that use storytelling to bridge divides and challenge audiences

Community Co-Creation

Facilitates collaborative storytelling workshops where participants share experiences and create art together

Performing Arts Initiatives

Develops performing arts programs that connect diverse communities through shared narrative experiences

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind The Red Door Project.

KJ

Kevin Jones

Founder
Full-time
Compensation: $115,793
PW

Patrick Walsh

Past Exec. Dir.
Full-time
Compensation: $14,124
AR

Alysa Rose

Executive Dir.
25 hrs/week
Compensation: $12,114
VA

Val Aitchison

Director

Milestones

2011

Organization Founded

2011

The Red Door Project established to use narrative art for bridging divides

2012

Tax-Exempt Status Granted

2012

Received IRS recognition as 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization

2020

Expanded Operations

2020

Grew to 21 employees with revenue reaching $939,123

2023

Peak Revenue Year

2023

Achieved highest annual revenue of $1.1 million supporting performing arts programs

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

LM
Lesli Mones Chair 10.00 hrs/week · $38,309
JG
Julie Grandstaff Treasurer 3.00 hrs/week
SS
Sarah Scott Secretary 3.00 hrs/week
TF
Tim Fleischmann Past Treasurer 3.00 hrs/week
VA
Val Aitchison Director 3.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2024)

$187K

Highest Paid

$116K

Kevin Jones

Compensated Officers

4

Executive compensation for 2024
Name Title Base Other Total Hrs/Wk
Kevin Jones Founder $115,793 $115,793 40
Lesli Mones Chair $38,309 $5,486 $43,795 10
Patrick Walsh Past EXEC. DIR. $14,124 $1,427 $15,551 40
Alysa Rose Executive DIR. $12,114 $51 $12,165 25

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

COVID-19 EIDL Loans

Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

1 loan

Total Borrowed

$-150,000

Subsidy Cost

$-20,430

Loan Count

1

Loan Details

$-150,000
Date Jul 25, 2020
Location Portland, OR
Borrower The Red Door Project

TO PROVIDE LOANS TO RESTORE AS NEARLY AS POSSIBLE THE VICTIMS OF ECONOMIC INJURY TYPE DISASTERS TO PRE-DISASTER CONDITIONS

Source: Small Business Administration • Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program (2020-2021)

Partners & Funders

Grant funding relationships from IRS Form 990 filings

$393K Grants Received
2 Organizations

Top Funders

2 total
RP
Rockefeller Philanthropy Advisors Inc.
$360K
TO
The Oregon Community Foundation
$33K

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

Contact

Get in touch with The Red Door Project

Visit Website
3121 S Moody Avenue 140 Portland, OR 97239