MUSIC MOVES MOUNTAINS FOUNDATION

The power of music can change lives. Let’s use it to help those in need by giving hope, health, and happiness through the healing art of music.

Austin, TX   |  www.musicmovesmountains.org

Mission

Music Moves Mountains Foundation is a perpetual series of projects, programs, and services utilizing the scientifically proven powers of music to change and improve the quality of lives. The Foundation is established as a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that uses tax-deductible donations to facilitate these efforts. Our goal is to offer free or affordable services to those in need of music therapy, music education, and community outreach.

Ruling year info

2013

Director

Julie Frost

Main address

P.O. Box 41802

Austin, TX 78704 USA

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EIN

45-5216562

NTEE code info

Music (A68)

Children's and Youth Services (P30)

Autism (G84)

IRS filing requirement

This organization is required to file an IRS Form 990-N.

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Programs and results

What we aim to solve

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Our programs

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What are the organization's current programs, how do they measure success, and who do the programs serve?

All Abilities Rock

Giving access to community music workshops, adaptive music education/mentorship, and sensory-friendly concerts and music access for children and adults with disabilities or special needs. We also offer a special needs music scholarship to create opportunity for those who have little resources or face other challenges.

Population(s) Served
People with disabilities
Artists and performers

A cooperative effort using donated musical instruments and lessons or mentorship to low-income or at-risk individuals who commit, in return, to donate their time and talent to the next candidate. This program aims to continue the cycle of giving and continue musical relationships.

Population(s) Served
Economically disadvantaged people
Students
Artists and performers
At-risk youth

A series of musical performances and engagement at hospitals, nursing homes, VA Centers, rehabilitative centers, homeless shelters, and hospice care.

Population(s) Served
Seniors
People with diseases and illnesses
Children and youth
Substance abusers
Economically disadvantaged people

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How we listen

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Seeking feedback from people served makes programs more responsive and effective. Here’s how this organization is listening.

done We shared information about our current feedback practices.

  • Who are the people you serve with your mission?

    We are always in search of where the gaps are in the community and speak directly to families, therapists, educators, other organizations, support groups, etc. to see how we can adapt and help close those gaps. This includes people we serve in the disability community, marginalized and vulnerable populations, at-risk youth and underserved areas, as well as our veterans and elders.

  • How is your organization using feedback from the people you serve?

    To identify and remedy poor client service experiences, To identify bright spots and enhance positive service experiences, To make fundamental changes to our programs and/or operations, To inform the development of new programs/projects, To identify where we are less inclusive or equitable across demographic groups, To strengthen relationships with the people we serve, To understand people's needs and how we can help them achieve their goals

  • What significant change resulted from feedback?

    We are working more closely with an artist and activist we sponsor who has Autism, is blind, and has hearing impairments to bring awareness and attention to the lack of access and inclusivity to perform and/or attend live music events. We are moving the goal post and adapting to the new information and feedback we received in working closely with him in his journey facing many challenges.

  • Which of the following feedback practices does your organization routinely carry out?

  • What challenges does the organization face when collecting feedback?

Financials

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Operations

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MUSIC MOVES MOUNTAINS FOUNDATION

Board of directors
as of 01/01/2023
SOURCE: Self-reported by organization
Board chair

Steve Gilbert

Board leadership practices

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  • Board orientation and education
    Does the board conduct a formal orientation for new board members and require all board members to sign a written agreement regarding their roles, responsibilities, and expectations? No
  • CEO oversight
    Has the board conducted a formal, written assessment of the chief executive within the past year ? No
  • Ethics and transparency
    Have the board and senior staff reviewed the conflict-of-interest policy and completed and signed disclosure statements in the past year? No
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? No
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No