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← AUSTIN DMO INC

Form 990 for tax year 2024

Filed by AUSTIN DMO INC.

Totals

Total revenue
$16,478,799
Total expenses
$14,476,061
Contributions and grants received
$16,039,654
Grants paid
$371,132
Program service revenue
$215,938
Investment income
$211,653
Other revenue
$11,554
Total assets, end of year
$7,516,774
Total liabilities, end of year
$2,553,594
Net assets or fund balances, end of year
$4,963,180
Program services expenses (Part IX)
$12,403,460
Management and general expenses
$1,987,976
Fundraising expenses
$84,625
Program service expenses (Part III)
$12,403,460

Program services were 85.7% of total expenses calculated — Part IX's program-services column over total expenses, both as filed.

Line items

Every line the filer filed in Parts VIII, IX and X, as filed and in filed order. Blank columns are left out, and the lines are not forced to add up to the totals above.

Revenue

Part VIII, the statement of revenue.

  • 1a · Federated campaigns

    $0

  • 1b · Membership dues

    $0

  • 1c · Fundraising events

    $0

  • 1d · Related organizations

    $0

  • 1e · Government grants (contributions)

    $15,933,580

  • 1f · All other contributions, gifts and grants

    $106,074

  • 1g · Noncash contributions included above

    $0

  • 2f · All other program service revenue

    total $215,938 · related or exempt $215,938 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0

  • 3 · Investment income

    total $211,653 · related or exempt $211,653 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0

  • 4 · Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds

    total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0

  • 5 · Royalties

    total $0 · related or exempt $0 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0

  • 6c · Rental income or loss

    real property $0 · personal property $0

  • 7c · Gain or loss

    securities $0 · other assets $0

  • 8a · Fundraising events: contributions included on line 1c

    $0

  • 11d · All other revenue

    total $11,554 · related or exempt $11,554 · unrelated business $0 · excluded $0

  • 11e · Other revenue, total

    $11,554

Functional expenses

Part IX, the statement of functional expenses.

  • 1 · Grants to domestic organizations and governments

    total $371,132 · program services $371,132

  • 2 · Grants to domestic individuals

    total $0 · program services $0

  • 3 · Grants to foreign organizations and individuals

    total $0 · program services $0

  • 4 · Benefits paid to or for members

    total $0 · program services $0

  • 5 · Compensation of officers, directors and key employees

    total $1,119,056 · program services $738,578 · management and general $380,478 · fundraising $0

  • 6 · Compensation of disqualified persons

    total $0 · program services $0 · management and general $0 · fundraising $0

  • 7 · Other salaries and wages

    total $2,503,863 · program services $1,562,177 · management and general $869,779 · fundraising $71,907

  • 8 · Pension plan contributions

    total $157,674 · program services $100,286 · management and general $54,445 · fundraising $2,943

  • 9 · Other employee benefits

    total $0

  • 10 · Payroll taxes

    total $488,776 · program services $312,817 · management and general $166,184 · fundraising $9,775

  • 11b · Fees: legal

    total $6,499 · management and general $6,499

  • 11c · Fees: accounting

    total $12,722 · management and general $12,722

  • 11f · Fees: investment management

    total $37,280 · management and general $37,280

  • 11g · Fees: other

    total $8,197,744 · program services $8,024,513 · management and general $173,231

  • 12 · Advertising and promotion

    total $113,747 · program services $94,380 · management and general $19,367

  • 13 · Office expenses

    total $174,789 · program services $125,159 · management and general $49,630

  • 14 · Information technology

    total $252,270 · program services $116,064 · management and general $136,206

  • 16 · Occupancy

    total $555,791 · program services $108,594 · management and general $447,197

  • 17 · Travel

    total $64,832 · program services $20,257 · management and general $44,575

  • 19 · Conferences, conventions and meetings

    total $122,052 · program services $28,926 · management and general $93,126

  • 22 · Depreciation, depletion and amortization

    total $56,783 · management and general $56,783

  • 23 · Insurance

    total $112,264 · management and general $112,264

  • 24a · Other expenses: Moving Expense

    total $30,000 · program services $0 · management and general $30,000 · fundraising $0

  • 24b · Other expenses: Dues, Permits, Fees

    total $98,787 · program services $74,904 · management and general $23,883 · fundraising $0

  • 24e · All other expenses

    total $0 · program services $725,673 · management and general -$725,673

Balance sheet

Part X, book values.

  • 1 · Cash, non-interest-bearing

    beginning of year $3,146,459 · end of year $432,318

  • 2 · Savings and temporary cash investments

    beginning of year $628,951 · end of year $5,313,114

  • 3 · Pledges and grants receivable

    beginning of year $0 · end of year $0

  • 4 · Accounts receivable

    beginning of year $20,692 · end of year $64,537

  • 5 · Loans and receivables from officers and key people

    beginning of year $331,037 · end of year $339,846

  • 6 · Loans and receivables from disqualified persons

    beginning of year $0 · end of year $0

  • 9 · Prepaid expenses and deferred charges

    beginning of year $134,269 · end of year $116,917

  • 10a · Land, buildings and equipment: cost or other basis

    $1,735,425

  • 10b · Land, buildings and equipment: accumulated depreciation

    $528,701

  • 10c · Land, buildings and equipment, net

    beginning of year $1,490,791 · end of year $1,206,724

  • 15 · Other assets

    beginning of year $43,318 · end of year $43,318

  • 17 · Accounts payable and accrued expenses

    beginning of year $891,945 · end of year $1,046,492

  • 18 · Grants payable

    beginning of year $545,729 · end of year $379,711

  • 19 · Deferred revenue

    beginning of year $0 · end of year $0

  • 20 · Tax-exempt bond liabilities

    beginning of year $0

  • 21 · Escrow or custodial account liability

    beginning of year $0

  • 23 · Secured mortgages and notes payable

    beginning of year $0

  • 24 · Unsecured notes and loans payable

    beginning of year $0

  • 25 · Other liabilities

    beginning of year $1,397,401 · end of year $1,127,391

  • 27 · Net assets without donor restrictions

    beginning of year $2,960,442 · end of year $4,963,180

  • 28 · Net assets with donor restrictions

    beginning of year $0 · end of year $0

Mission and programs · 2024

Mission

The Downtown Austin Alliance's mission is to creat, preserve, and enhance the vibe, vitality and value of downtown Austin for everyone.

Activities or mission (Part I)

The Downtown Austin Alliance's mission is to create, preserve and enhance the vibe, vitality and value of downtown Austin Alliance for everyone, through a number of services and advocacy works that include litter pickup, graffiti removal, ambassador teams, advocacy for social services for homeless population, for parks and open spaces, and arts.

  • Downtown Ambassadors were expanded from 60 to 91 FTE, including a new Safety Patrol and increased cleaning and maintenance staff. Downtown Ambassadors accomplished the following: 49,186 hospitality contacts; 179 safety escorts; 25.5 million square feet pressure washed; 156,470 pounds of trash removed; 7,652 graffiti removed and 5 beautification projects. DAA-funded APD overtime shifts in downtown resulted in 6,296 ordinance compliance requests (with a 99% compliance rate) and 519 welfare checks. Conducted 2,460 restroom cleanings and 2,415 restocking (toilet paper, hand sanitizer, menstrual products) efforts. Conducted 11 monthly safety forums with 60-80 attendees per forum to connect the downtown community with safety initiatives. Provided non-harmful bird and bird waste management within the PID to keep downtown sidewalks and public areas clean and welcoming and provided regular maintenance of the Congress Avenue and Red River District sidewalk planters. Provided funding for Brush Square security. Completed HEART (Homelessness Engagement Assistance Response Team) pilot program and dedicated funding to supplement expansion of the program by COA to a year-round program with a larger geographic area (DAA funded PID area). Provided annual contribution of $200K towards a $2M/10 year pledge to Mobile Loaves & Fishes Community First! Village, which currently houses over 360 formerly chronic homeless community members. 186 people experiencing homelessness were reunited or connected with family or other support base through our funding partnership with the Trinity Center family reunification program. Conducted 4 (quarterly) unsheltered homeless counts that showed a 7% increase in the fiscal year.

    Expenses $7,614,924 · Grants $107,399 · Revenue $199,087

  • Research and Strategic Communication:The Downtown Austin Alliance's research team conducts primary research on downtown-related issues and also compiles and analyzes third-party research. Our website is a central repository for data on economic development, real estate, mobility trends and more. This information enables members of our team and the downtown community to make data-driven decisions as we work together to shape our future. We published our 2024 State of Downtown Report, which uses market data to give a comprehensive account of downtown's economic impact, health and vitality. The report also celebrates critical milestones as downtown achieves its vision.Completed State of Downtown annual research report. Completed quarterly market research reports and emerging projects reports. Maintained a variety of data sets ranging from place activation metrics to property database. Completed 4 Issues & Eggs Events: Inclusive Prosperity event (September); Meet Chief Davis (November); I-35 Vision to Reality (February) and Six Street's Next Act (March) Distributed 60+ newsletters to 11,000+ subscribers. Marketing and communication efforts collectively resulted in 62K total social media followers, 746.6M media impressions and 137,000+ website visitors (includes PR contracts). Produced targeted marketing campaigns for Holiday Stroll, Art & Parks Tour, and other events and programs. Planned and hosted Annual Future of Downtown Event with release of State of Downtown, Annual Report, and Vision Awards.

    Expenses $2,178,464 · Grants $83,150 · Revenue $98,525

  • Planing and Urban Mobility:Partnered with Red River Cultural District to launch a cultural storytelling effort; contracted with a consulting firm and conducted inventory and documentation. Completed inventory and engagement work for application for state cultural district designation in support of the 5th Street Mexican-American Heritage Corridor. Partnered with City of Austin to advance concepts and seek key stakeholder and property owner feedback for the Congress Ave Urban Design Initiative (CAUDI). Released RFQ for consulting services for Construction Mitigation planning; selected and contracted with consultant and began conducting work, engaging with 60+ stakeholders in interviews and/or focus groups. Participated in Project Connect NEPA process, including review and submission of DEIS comments. Engaged with parking operators and property owners to identify potential affordable parking supply. Reviewed & submitted comments on the Austin Core Transportation plan.

    Expenses $1,039,764 · Grants $139,083

  • Parks and Public Space Activation:Completed successful Holiday Stroll and tree lighting event (December) with 6,467 attendees, 40 retail vendors, 13 food vendors, 24 youth vendors, and 7 nonprofit vendors. Provided regular horticulture, operations, programming and maintenance and security at Republic Square. Republic Square hosted over 90,000 people at events in 2024. Launched artist residency program and XOXO photography fellowships. Completed three artboxes. "Launched Downtown Austin Space Activation (DASA) program at 506 Congress with 500+ activations in FY 24-25 supporting artists, creatives and community organizations with affordable space. "

    Expenses $1,570,308 · Grants $41,500 · Revenue $7,475

As filed on the 2024 return.

Listed in Part VII

  • Dewitt Peart

    CEO/President

    Total calculated
    $465,363
    From this org
    $426,070
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $39,293
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $350,775
    Bonus
    $70,814
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $18,000
    Nontaxable benefits
    $21,294
    Filer's total
    $465,383

  • Samia Burns

    Chief Financial Officer

    Total calculated
    $255,680
    From this org
    $221,429
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $34,251
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $187,574
    Bonus
    $29,355
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $11,675
    Nontaxable benefits
    $22,575
    Filer's total
    $255,679

  • Meliss Barry

    Chief Program Officer

    Total calculated
    $249,561
    From this org
    $227,677
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $21,884
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $194,594
    Bonus
    $28,583
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $11,384
    Nontaxable benefits
    $10,500
    Filer's total
    $249,561

  • Jenell Moffett

    Chief Impact Officer

    Total calculated
    $242,562
    From this org
    $221,011
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $21,551
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $188,761
    Bonus
    $27,750
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $11,051
    Nontaxable benefits
    $10,500
    Filer's total
    $242,562

  • Willia Brice

    SVP Inverstor Relations

    Total calculated
    $224,593
    From this org
    $194,977
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $29,616
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $164,938
    Bonus
    $25,539
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $10,195
    Nontaxable benefits
    $19,421
    Filer's total
    $224,593

  • Raasin McIntosh

    VP Urban Activation

    Total calculated
    $203,142
    From this org
    $181,771
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $21,371
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $161,306
    Bonus
    $15,965
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $9,173
    Nontaxable benefits
    $12,198
    Filer's total
    $203,142

  • Emily Risinger

    Director of Planning + Urban Design

    Total calculated
    $174,028
    From this org
    $154,043
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $19,985
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $136,060
    Bonus
    $13,483
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $7,787
    Nontaxable benefits
    $12,198
    Filer's total
    $174,028

  • Hannah Rangel

    VP Urban Activation

    Total calculated
    $174,028
    From this org
    $154,043
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $19,985
    Hours/week
    40

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $138,135
    Bonus
    $13,500
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $7,807
    Nontaxable benefits
    $10,500
    Filer's total
    $174,442

  • Olivia Larson

    Chief of Staff

    Total calculated
    $170,915
    From this org
    $152,776
    From related orgs
    $0
    Other
    $18,139
    Hours/week
    0

    Schedule J breakdown matched by us

    Base
    $131,643
    Bonus
    $16,632
    Other
    $4,500
    Deferred
    $7,639
    Nontaxable benefits
    $10,500
    Filer's total
    $170,914

  • Robert Barnes

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Drew Bridge

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Tim Sullivan

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Nick Moulinet

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Brad Maple

    Dirctor

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Perry Horton

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • David Kahn

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Seth Johnston

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Marcy Phillips

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Tyler Grooms

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Richard Paddock

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Will Jenkins

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Saul Paul

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Bill Fielding

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Michael Girard

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Shreyl Sculley

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Julia Taylor

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Mark Terry

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Michael McGlash

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Janis Daemmrich

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Jim Susman

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Tyler Buckler

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Daniel Woodroffe

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Chris Randazz

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Ashley Kegle-Whitehead

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Aaron Vollmer

    Director

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Jeff Howard

    Past Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Kevin Brown

    Vice Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Joshua Garza

    Treasurer

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • S Whitney Knight

    Chair

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Xavier Pena

    Secretary

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    2

  • Davon Barbour

    President & CEO

    Total calculated
    $0
    Hours/week
    40

Compensation is as filed in Part VII: reportable pay from this organization and from related organizations, other compensation, and hours per week. The total, marked calculated, is our sum of the three dollar columns, with a blank column counted as $0; the form itself has no total. On a Form 990-EZ the columns are Part IV's instead, and on a Form 990-PF Part VIII's — compensation, contributions to benefit plans, and expense account — and the total sums those. A Schedule J breakdown is as filed: base pay, bonus, other, deferred compensation and nontaxable benefits from this organization, with any from related organizations beside each, and the filer's own total. It is shown with the Part VII listing of the same name on the same return. The form gives no key between the two, so that pairing is ours, and is marked matched by us.

Schedule J

Answered yes

  • 3 · Compensation committee
  • 3 · Independent compensation consultant
  • 3 · Form 990 of other organizations
  • 3 · Compensation survey or study
  • 3 · Approval by the board or compensation committee

Answered no

  • 4a · Severance or change-of-control payment
  • 4b · Supplemental nonqualified retirement plan
  • 4c · Equity-based compensation arrangement
  • 5a · Pay contingent on this organization's revenues
  • 5b · Pay contingent on a related organization's revenues
  • 6a · Pay contingent on this organization's net earnings
  • 6b · Pay contingent on a related organization's net earnings
  • 7 · Other non-fixed payments
  • 8 · Paid under the initial-contract exception

Part I's answers as filed. A line not listed was left unanswered; on lines 1a and 3 that means the box was not checked.

Grants on this return

Related organizations on this return

Schedule R Part II: tax-exempt organizations related to the filer by control. It does not record shared board members or money.

Provenance

Return type
form_990
Tax year
2024
Filed
12 March 2026
IRS schema version
2024v5.0
Source object
202630759349301243

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