Interesting data from their 2020 990 filing

The purpose of the non-profit is listed in the filing as “Festival international de louisiane (fil) is a community based, non-profit arts organization formed in 1986 to produce an annual visual and performing arts festival celebrating the french cultural heritage of southern louisiana -- primarily a combination of french, african, caribbean and hispanic influences.festival international de louisiane's mission is to: 1) enrich the community by celebrating its native cultures, 2) educate the public to the historical achievements and artistic expressions of related global cultures, 3) develop and encourage an appreciation for the arts, and 4) enhance the economic development of the acadiana region through the presentation of an internationally recognized arts event and the promotion of cultural exchange on a national and global level.”.

When discussing its operations, they were characterized as: “Festival international de louisiane (fil) is a community based, non-profit arts organization formed in 1986 to produce an annual visual and performing arts festival celebrating the french cultural heritage of southern louisiana -- primarily a combination of french, african, caribbean and hispanic influences.festival international de louisiane's mission is to: 1) enrich the community by celebrating its native cultures, 2) educate the public to the historical achievements and artistic expressions of related global cultures, 3) develop and encourage an appreciation for the arts, and 4) enhance the economic development of the acadiana region through the presentation of an internationally recognized arts event and the promotion of cultural exchange on a national and global level.”.

• The filing states that the non-profit's address in the year 2020 is 315 LEE AVENUE, LAFAYETTE, LA, 70501.
• The form submitted by the non-profit for 2020 shows a total of 21 employees.
• Does not operate a hospital.
• Does not operate a school.
• Does not collect art.
• Does not provide credit counseling.
• Does not have foreign activities.
• Is not a donor advised fund.
• Is not a private foundation.
• Expenses are greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue is greater than $1,000,000.
• Revenue less expenses is $130,935.
• The remuneration plan for the CEO of the organization is based on a review and approval process by a neutral entity.
• The organization has 33 independent voting members.
• The organization has a written policy that addresses conflicts of interest.
• The organization is required to file Schedule B.
• The organization pays $324,123 in salary, compensation, and benefits to its employees.
• The organization pays $155,961 in fundraising expenses.
• The organization has minutes of its meetings.
• The organization has a written whistleblower policy.
• The organization has fundraising events.
• The organization's financial statements were reviewed by an accountant.