Accountable to the community we amplify.
Vine Street Music operates as a public trust. Our work is guided by an independent board of directors and rooted in transparency through audited financials, public filings, and clear reporting. We answer to the artists and musicians we support, the donors who fund our programs, and the regulators who hold every public charity to a higher standard.
Three layers of oversight, one shared commitment.
Our governance model separates fiduciary oversight, community accountability, and day-to-day management. Each plays a distinct role in keeping Vine Street Music transparent, responsive, and focused on amplifying community through music.
The leaders who guide Vine Street Music.
Our board brings together expertise across music education, community engagement, nonprofit governance, and the arts. Together they steward the foundation's mission and resources on behalf of the musicians and communities we serve.
View the full board roster, committee assignments, and biographies on the Leadership page.
The policies that guide Vine Street Music.
Bylaws
The governing document that defines how Vine Street Music operates, including board composition, meeting requirements, and amendment procedures.
Download PDFCode of Ethics
The standards of conduct we expect from board members, staff, contractors, and partners working in our name.
Download PDFConflict of Interest Policy
Annual disclosure requirements and recusal procedures that keep grantmaking and programmatic decisions free of personal conflict.
Download PDFWhistleblower Protection
Safe and confidential reporting mechanisms that protect anyone who raises concerns about misconduct or financial irregularities.
Download PDFDocument Retention
The schedule that governs how we manage, archive, and dispose of foundation records in line with legal and audit obligations.
Download PDFInvestment Policy
Guidelines for mission-aligned use of foundation assets to support local artists, education, and our community music programs.
Download PDFTransparent stewardship. Community-driven vision. Shared purpose.
Vine Street Music, Inc is a registered 501(c)(3) private foundation. EIN available on request. Donors and partners may also request supplementary financial information directly from the Board Office.
Learn about our governance and impact.
Our annual report shares how we're advancing our mission to amplify community through music, the artists and programs we support, and the impact we're making together. It is written for the public, not the boardroom.