Mission
West End Arts District (WEAD) is a community-led initiative founded in 2015 that fosters and celebrates the performing and visual arts in the West End of Alameda. WEAD serves as a resource for art innovation and programming, providing a sense of community and place through various arts initiatives and events.
Basic Information
Founded in
2015
EIN
81-1374719
Total Assets
$77.57 thousand
UN Sustainable Development Goals Supported
This organization contributes to the following United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. See the SDG page for more information.
At a Glance

Fiesta Alameda
A celebration of Latin music, dance, culture, food, and crafts.

Blues, Brews & BBQ
An incredibly popular street festival featuring blues music.

Somewhere to Land
A multimedia performance exploring rewilding and sustainable futures.
Impact Stats
Events Count
Community Events Produced
WEAD produced three free community events in 2024.
Volunteer Count
Volunteers Engaged
Brought together 25 volunteers for a community art project.
Artist Count
Artists Supported
Supported a total of 79 artists and musicians in 2024.
Past Events
Blues, Brews & BBQ
2024-07-21
This popular street festival features an array of blues musicians, craft beers, and food vendors.
Fiesta Alameda
2024-07-21
A vibrant celebration of Latin culture with dance and music.
Waterfront Park Launch Fest
2022
The launch of Waterfront Park featuring music, dance, and visual art.
Upcoming Events

Fiesta Alameda 2024
2024-07-21
Join us for our 3rd annual celebration of Latin music, dance, crafts, food & culture!
Our Programs
Volunteer Opportunities
Testimonials
"The project helped us see potential and mutual needs. It generated optimism about responding to climate change."
Lisa
Attendee
"What a pleasure it was to see the performance and to volunteer! It makes one happy and proud to live here."
Leslie
Volunteer
Impact Reports
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
46
44
/100
Program Expense Ratio
81.88%
14
/20
Program Revenue Growth
-100.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0.0001031
20
/20
Working Capital Ratio
0.4018
6
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
0
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2023
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
Category | Amount | Percentage |
---|---|---|
Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 158.5K | 74.26% |
Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
Investment Income | 0 | 0.00% |
Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 0 | 0.00% |
Other Notable Sources | 3.269K | 1.53% |
Total Revenue | 213.4K | 100.00% |
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