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Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

Inspiring area youth by supporting music education in the classrooms of North Alabama

Huntsville, AL   |  http://www.microwavedavemef.org
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Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

EIN: 47-4056361

Mission

Inspiring area youth by supporting music education in the classrooms of North Alabama

Ruling year info

2018

President

Evan Billiter

Main address

PO Box 18411

Huntsville, AL 35804 USA

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EIN

47-4056361

Subject area info

Education

Population served info

Children and youth

Students

NTEE code info

Alliance/Advocacy Organizations (B01)

IRS subsection

501(c)(3) Public Charity

IRS filing requirement

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

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Our programs

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Concerts In the Classroom

The “Concerts in the Classroom" program is the brainchild of Dave Gallaher and Nukes bassist Rick Godfrey, and is MDMEF’s flagship program. The program introduces students to local musicians and stimulates young minds with the joy of live performances, and also inspires an interest in academics through the medium of music.

These lessons provide an opportunity for students to enjoy a variety of academic subjects, songwriting, and storytelling. Like Dave, the musicians that come to the classrooms have a passion for their artistry and provide musical knowledge, along with keen insight into the relationship between music and the world around us.

The classroom concerts include lesson plans created jointly by the schools, musicians and MDMEF. These programs reflect appropriate academic standards for the grade levels involved. At the end of each program, time is allotted for an open discussion where students are encouraged to ask the musicians questions. Music is used as a tool to inspire and inform students on virtually any subject, while enjoying the private experience of seeing music created up close.

Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Students

The Foundation works with local musicians, educators and music teachers to support and promote music education in North Alabama. The Danny Hall Memorial Scholarship is part of that mission, and provides a year of weekly music lessons for a young musician. Through this scholarship program, MDMEF hopes to foster talented young musicians, and enable them to progress in their craft.

Population(s) Served
Children and youth
Students

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Financials

Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation
Fiscal year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

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Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

Revenue & expenses

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

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Balance sheet

Fiscal Year: Jan 01 - Dec 31

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Documents
Letter of Determination
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President

Evan Billiter

Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

Officers, directors, trustees, and key employees

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Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

Board of directors
as of 06/18/2023
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Board chair

Evan Billiter

Microwave Dave Music Education Foundation

Term: 2022 - 2023

Evan Billiter

Dennis Keim

Susan Kircher

Jessica Bolling

Thomas Moss

Michael Kaylor

Mark Torstenson

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? Yes
  • 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? Yes
  • Board composition
    Does the board ensure an inclusive board member recruitment process that results in diversity of thought and leadership? Yes
  • Board performance
    Has the board conducted a formal, written self-assessment of its performance within the past three years? No

Organizational demographics

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Leadership

The organization's leader identifies as:

Race & ethnicity
White/Caucasian/European
Gender identity
Male

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Equity strategies

Last updated: 06/18/2023

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  • We have long-term strategic plans and measurable goals for creating a culture such that one’s race identity has no influence on how they fare within the organization.