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MIP Score

54

Arts & Culture
Arts & Culture Development

Northern Lightsmn Inc.

Mission

Northern Lights.mn is a collaborative arts organization that creates platforms with and for artists, audiences, and partners to experiment with and experience innovative art in public spaces. It aims to transform public spaces by encouraging engagement with diverse artistic expressions throughout the year, particularly through various projects like Northern Spark, Illuminate the Lock, and Art(ists) on the Verge.

Basic Information

Tax-Exempt

Address

1360 University Ave W, Saint Paul, Minnesota, 55104

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Founded in

2009

EIN

27-0718538

Total Assets

$116 thousand

At a Glance

Northern Spark Festival

Northern Spark Festival

An annual free, late-night public arts festival featuring artists and interactive installations with an attendance of over 50,000.

Art(ists) On the Verge

Art(ists) On the Verge

A fellowship program supporting emerging Minnesota artists at the intersection of art, technology, and digital culture.

Illuminate the Lock

Illuminate the Lock

A project along the downtown Minneapolis waterfront focusing on interactive and permanent public art.

Past Events

A Night with the River

2023-06-10

Final program gathering friends for a night by the river at Upper Landing Park with various artistic installations.

Our Programs

Northern Spark

Northern Spark

An annual festival featuring innovative art installations, performances, and community engagement activities.

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Art(ists) on the Verge

Art(ists) on the Verge

An intensive mentorship program for emerging artists focusing on art and technology.

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MIP Score (Beta)

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Overall Score

54

42

/100

Program Expense Ratio

81.60%

14

/20

Program Revenue Growth

-37.21%

2

/20

Leverage Ratio

0.07353

20

/20

Working Capital Ratio

0.2421

4

/20

Fundraising Efficiency

0

2

/20

Latest Filing Data: Form 990

Fiscal Year:2021

Source:Source: Self-reported by organization

Financial Details

Revenue

CategoryAmountPercentage
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants224.1K91.47%
Program Services20.83K8.50%
Investment Income720.03%
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets00.00%
Other Notable Sources00.00%
Total Revenue245K100.00%