2012 ACCOMPLISHMENTS

• We expanded our arts education programming and professional development over 200% by increasing residency sites from seven to 21 schools, addressing math and language arts. We served over 2,000 students, 264 educators and administrators, and indirectly impacted over 19,000 community members through events and presentations.

• We diversified income streams and increased relationship development by reaching 21 new funders of various corporations and grantmaking bodies and receiving 13 new media sponsors. We increased unsolicited donations and connected with creative development efforts such as selection in the Columbus Food League’s community partnership program where Betty's restaurant donated 10% of one day's food sales to our organization.

• We presented ReelAbilities, the first disability film and cultural festival in central Ohio, spanning over five days within five venues, and over 400 participants. Formal and informal evaluations stated that it positively influenced the perception of disabilities for 87% of attendees and 90% said it inspired them to be more accessible and inclusive in their lives and communities.

• We raised awareness of access and inclusion to tens of thousands of Ohioans through our outeach programs; we also launched a Twitter account with up to 50 followers.

2013 GOALS

• We will provide training and resources for educators, creative career consultations for artists, and information and resources for the public; we will increase the arts and cultural participation through communication efforts and local, state, and national partnerships; and, we will invest in infrastructure and financial sustainability to meet evolving constituent needs, including, staff; board; and organization.

• We will lead the first arts and autism research initiative in Ohio, in partnership with the Ohio Arts Council, to better understand how to increase support for autistic young people through the arts. This will include a literature review focused on arts and autism, constituent survey to be disseminated statewide, and three roundtable discussion groups of varied stakeholders.

• We will increase the ReelAbilities Columbus Disabilities Film Festival by creating a new schedule, tighter program, lowering ticket prices, additional marketing efforts, and new venues to reach new audiences; we will expand attendance from 400 to 800 and increase sponsorships by 50%.

• We will continue enhancing organizational sustainability by assessing, organizing, and digitalizing archive files of staff members; improving historical and institutional knowledge; the board of directors will adopt a new retention and destruction policy; staff will work to identify and pursue digital protection of files, including the use of off-site data storage and backup; and we will use the job descriptions and self-evaluation tools of the Ohio Association of Nonprofit Organizations for new board members.

VSA Ohio is an affiliate of VSA, the international organization on arts and disability, founded by Ambassador Jean Kennedy Smith 40 years ago. In 1979, Ohio presented the first regional Very Special Arts Ohio Festival. By 1986, Very Special Arts Ohio was incorporated as a 501(c)(3) with offices at Wright State University presenting festivals, newsletters, exhibitions, and arts education experiences. In 1991, VSAO moved to the Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts in Columbus and expanded programming with training for educators, art therapy, and a statewide art exhibition.

In 2000, the VSA affiliate network changed names to respect constituents with a more progressive brand, and became VSA arts of Ohio. In 2006, VSA arts international became an affiliate of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, bringing additional resources and best practices to the affiliates. In 2010, the affiliate network again rebranded, and VSAO became VSA Ohio, the state organization on arts and disability.

Today, 28 years after its founding, VSA Ohio is a community that helps inspired aritsts connect with their passion, service providers with resources, and all citizens with creative opportunities. Ever-evolving programs provide an inclusive environment in which people with disabilities are given the opportunity to celebrate life through the arts, education, and creative expression. A network of local, regional, and state-level partners, grass roots efforts, and twenty-first century outreach strategies allow VSAO to serve many of Ohio’s 88 counties. VSAO is an advocate with services that directly impact more than 20,000 lives at the dynamic intersection of arts, education, and disability. Public awareness efforts in classrooms, galleries, and other community spaces across Ohio ensure that thousands more indirectly benefit from programs and learn more about arts and disability.

VSA Ohio is a state affiliate of VSA, a program of The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts. Our connection to these national networks afford access to information, best practices, and operational guidance. Our ability to bring high-quality resources to Ohio advances our position as the go-to organization on arts and disability. We have a demonstrated record of success and accountability, sustaining and expanding partnerships with institutions at all levels to increase access and inclusion. With a Columbus office, much of our work and partnerships are grown in, and have a strong impact on, central Ohio. VSAO raises awareness about people with disabilities, arts, and arts education. One aspect of success is empowering constituents to  be advocates for themselves and these issues. VSAO staff and board are quick to see challenges as opportunities and are dedicated to continued improvement.

VSA Ohio directly impacts thousands of Ohioans with and without disabilities and reaches tens of thousands more through outreach. Since 2009, we have streamlined operations to increase efficiency and sustain programming. The board diligently monitors our financial position and alignment of services with mission to maintain focus amidst a tumultuous economy. A fresh look at governance, new fundraising strategies, and program prioritization have favorably positioned VSAO for the coming years. I have been a board member for many years and just began my first year as president. Working with this outstanding organization has changed my life. Seeing the creativity and talents of artists with disabilities and creating opportunities for those individuals and families to share their abilities with others has had a profound effect on my personal and professional life. I am honored to lead this dedicated board and small, passionate staff to advance access to the arts and arts education.

	2012	2011	2010
Total Direct Support	$177,658	$156,400	$150,714
Direct Support Foundations	-	-	-
Direct Support Corporations	-	-	-
Direct Support Individuals	-	-	-
Direct Support Unspecified	$177,658	$156,400	$150,714
Government	-	-	-
Indirect Public Support	-	-	-
Earned Revenue	$2,479	$10,127	$15,530
Interest and Dividends	$166	$78	$50
Membership Dues	-	-	-
Special Events	-	-	-
In-kind	-	-	-
		Misc.	Misc.
Other	-	$2,130	$3,537
TOTAL REVENUE	$180,303	$168,735	$169,831

	2012	2011	2010
Programs	$169,263	$155,156	$135,362
Administration	$9,023	$10,320	$26,421
Fundraising	-	-	-
Payment to Affiliates	-	-	-
TOTAL EXPENSES	$178,286	$165,476	$161,783

	2012	2011	2010
Total Assets	$73,164	$60,487	$77,364
Current Assets	$73,164	$60,487	$73,306
Total Liabilities	$12,207	$1,547	$21,683
Current Liabilities	-	-	-
NET ASSETS	$60,957	$58,940	$55,681

TCF Staff:
Comments:
	Ms. Erin J. Hoppe, Executive Director
	VSA Ohio has been incredibly diligent about restricted fund use, keeping operating costs low, partnering for in-kind donations, and increasing efficiency of programs. The board receives financial statements monthly and engages in thoughtful discussion at each meeting, and as needed. Some funding streams remain variable and program assessment continues. No new programs will be taken on unless at least 90% of costs are immediately covered. Lower than expected ReelAbilities sponsorships and lack of full sponsorship for the AEO tour means this fiscal year may end in a deficit. This is the first possible deficit year for VSAO in many years. Our savings and balanced cash flow will mediate the impact. To avoid a similar situation in FY14, sponsorship outreach will expand and revisions to the AEO program are underway. The board will discuss development and implementation of a new VSA Ohio Membership campaign to launch in spring 2013 to lessen any FY13 deficit and increase FY14 income.