Houston Symphony Society

Houston, TX, 77002 (713) 224-4240 Est. 1913 EIN 74-1157373

A690 - Arts, Culture & Humanities 990 - Public charity return 501(c)(3)

www.houstonsymphony.org

Mission

The mission of the Houston Symphony is to inspire and engage a large and diverse audience in Greater Houston and beyond through exceptional orchestral performances, educational programs and community activities.

Financials

Total Revenue

$45,248,050

Total Expenses

$40,571,725

Net Assets

$-5,502,457

678 employees 675 volunteers

From latest filing (tax period ending 2025-05-31)

Financial Health

Operating Reserve

1.6 months deficit Deficit

Net assets / monthly expenses

Year-over-Year Change

Revenue ↑ 16.7%

Expenses ↑ 9.8%

Revenue Sources

Contributions 68.1% Earned revenue 32.1%

Expense Breakdown

Program 82.5% Management 6.3% Fundraising 11.2%

Officers & Key Employees (119)

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Grants Received (292)

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Filing History (7 filings)

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Net Assets
2024 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025	$45,248,050 ↑	$40,571,725	$-5,502,457
2023 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2023 to May 31, 2024	$38,784,878 ↑	$36,945,285	$-10,178,782
2022 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2022 to May 31, 2023	$33,373,525 ↓	$34,437,464	$-12,018,375
2021 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2021 to May 31, 2022	$35,994,603 ↑	$30,071,128	$-10,474,662
2020 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2020 to May 31, 2021	$27,796,543 ↓	$22,029,733	$-16,168,918
2019 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2019 to May 31, 2020	$30,832,679 ↑	$34,177,611	$-26,049,496
2017 990 - Public charity return Jun 1, 2017 to May 31, 2018	$29,175,865	$34,104,664	$-17,501,231