Form990
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except black lung benefit trust or private foundation)

MediumBullet The organization may have to use a copy of this return to satisfy state reporting requirements.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
A For the calendar year, or tax year beginning 09-01-2010 and ending 08-31-2011
BCheck if applicable:
CName of organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Doing Business As
 
 
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address)
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS
 
Room/suite
City or town, state or country, and ZIP + 4
SAN FRANCISCO, CA941024585
D Employer identification number

94-1156284
E Telephone number

G Gross receipts $ 97,699,666
F Name and address of principal officer:
JOHN D GOLDMAN
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS
SAN FRANCISCO,CA941024585
I
Tax-exempt status: (   ) LeftBullet (insert no.) or
J
Website:MediumBullet
WWW.SFSYMPHONY.ORG
H(a)
Is this a group return for
affiliates?
H(b)
Are all affiliates included?
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
H(c)
Group exemption number MediumBullet  
K Form of organization:
 
L Year of formation: 1910
M State of legal domicile: CA
Part I
Summary
Activities & Governance 1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities: ENRICHES, SERVES, AND SHAPES CULTURAL LIFE THROUGHOUT THE SPECTRUM OF BAY AREA COMMUNITIES.
2 Check this box MediumBullet
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .... 3 80
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b) .... 4 80
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2010 (Part V, line 2a) ... 5 905
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary) .... 6 1,832
7a Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12 .. 7a 83,730
b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990-T, line 34 .. 7b 77,759
Revenues; Prior Year Current Year
8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h) ......... 30,887,903 51,960,280
9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g) ......... 24,375,879 27,329,381
10 Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d ) .... 5,594,862 7,312,854
11 Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e) -1,397,317 -182,918
12 Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)................... 59,461,327 86,419,597
Expenses; 13 Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 )... 51,160 41,535
14 Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .... 0 0
15 Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10) 36,754,090 39,541,650
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e).... 897,230 469,352
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25) MediumBullet5,475,699    
17 Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24f).... 33,950,242 32,101,798
18 Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) 71,652,722 72,154,335
19 Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12...... -12,191,395 14,265,262
Net Assets or Fund Balances; Beginning of Current Year End of Year
20 Total assets (Part X, line 16)............ 274,408,304 306,759,580
21 Total liabilities (Part X, line 26)............ 44,699,292 44,075,065
22 Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 ..... 229,709,012 262,684,515
Part II
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Cat. No. 11282Y
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 2
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part III . . . . . . . . . .
1
Briefly describe the organization’s mission: THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY SETS THE HIGHEST POSSIBLE STANDARD FOR EXCELLENCE IN MUSICAL PERFORMANCE AT HOME AND AROUND THE WORLD; ENRICHES, SERVES, AND SHAPES CULTURAL LIFE THROUGHOUT THE SPECTRUM OF BAY AREA COMMUNITIES; MAINTAINS FINANCIAL STABILITY AND GAINS PUBLIC RECOGNITION AS A MEANS OF ENSURING ITS ABILITY TO FULFILL ITS MISSION.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990-EZ? ....................
If “Yes,” describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program services? ..........................
If “Yes,” describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
Describe the exempt purpose achievements for each of the organization’s three largest program services by expenses.
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations and section 4947(a)(1) trusts are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others, the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
4a (Code:   ) (Expenses $ 60,644,759 including grants of $ 41,535 ) (Revenue $ 27,329,381 )
THROUGH ITS ARTISTIC, EDUCATION AND COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY EACH YEAR SERVES MORE THAN 600,000 BAY AREA RESIDENTS AND VISITORS OF EVERY ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL BACKGROUND IN OVER 200 CONCERTS. THE SYMPHONY ADDITIONALLY REACHES MILLIONS OF OTHERS THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND ABROAD THROUGH TOURING, RECORDING, THE WEB, AND RADIO AND TELEVISION BROADCASTS.THE GRAMMY AWARD WINNING SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY IS REGARDED INTERNATIONALLY AS ONE OF THE FOREMOST AMERICAN ORCHESTRAS. UNDER MUSIC DIRECTOR MICHAEL TILSON THOMAS, THE SYMPHONY OFFERS EXCITING CLASSICAL PROGRAMS WITH INTERNATIONALLY ACCLAIMED GUEST ARTISTS IN ITS 100+ CONCERT SUBSCRIPTION SERIES. OTHER ANNUAL SERIES INCLUDE THE GREAT PERFORMERS SERIES, MUSIC FOR FAMILIES AND THE CHAMBER MUSIC SERIES. IN ADDITION, THE ORCHESTRA OFFERS FREE COMMUNITY CONCERTS, AN ANNUAL SUMMER FESTIVAL AND DECEMBER HOLIDAY CONCERTS.THE SYMPHONY PROVIDES AN EXTENSIVE ARRAY OF MUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS, MOST OF WHICH ARE FREE OF CHARGE. FOR YOUNG CHILDREN, THERE IS ADVENTURES IN MUSIC, A COMPREHENSIVE MUSIC EDUCATION PROGRAM IN EVERY SAN FRANCISCO PUBLIC ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND CONCERTS FOR KIDS, REACHING NEARLY 30,000 SCHOOL CHILDREN EACH YEAR FROM AROUND THE GREATER BAY AREA. OTHER PROGRAMS INCLUDE A SPECIAL WEB SITE FOR CHILDREN, WWW.SFSKIDS.ORG, OFFERING YOUNGSTERS AROUND THE WORLD AN INTRODUCTION TO MUSIC, THE INSTRUMENT TRAINING PROGRAM FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC STUDENTS; THE HOWARD SKINNER STUDENT FORUM, OFFERING GREATLY DISCOUNTED TICKETS TO COLLEGE STUDENTS; AND FREE TICKETS FOR HIGH SCHOOL AND COLLEGE MUSIC STUDENTS. FOR ADULTS, THE SYMPHONY PRESENTS INSIDE MUSIC TALKS, WHICH ARE FREE OF CHARGE BEFORE EACH CONCERT. OTHER PROGRAMS REACH ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED BAY AREA RESIDENTS AND INCLUDE FREE OUTDOOR CONCERTS AND SEVERAL PROGRAMS DISTRIBUTING DISCOUNTED AND COMPLIMENTARY TICKETS. THE SYMPHONY'S WIDE-RANGING RECORDING AND MEDIA PROJECTS MAKE CLASSICAL MUSIC MORE ACCESSIBLE TO PEOPLE OF ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS, INCLUDING A NATIONAL PBS-TV SERIES OF DOCUMENTARIES AND CONCERTS, NATIONALLY SYNDICATED RADIO PROGRAMS, AND INTERACTIVE WEBSITES.
4b (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4c (Code:   ) (Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4d Other program services. (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $   including grants of $   ) (Revenue $   )
4e Total program service expensesMediumBullet$ 60,644,759
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
No
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule AClick to see attachment.....................
1
Yes
 
2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? Click to see attachment........
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part IClick to see attachment..........
3
 
No
4
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C,
Part IIClick to see attachment.........................
4
Yes
 
5
Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues, assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 98-19? If “Yes,” complete Schedule C, Part III........................
5
 
 
6
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts where donors have the right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If “Yes,” complete
Schedule D, Part IClick to see attachment.......................
6
 
No
7
Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas or historic structures? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IIClick to see attachment...
7
 
No
8
Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part III Click to see attachment....................
8
Yes
 
9
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21; serve as a custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt negotiation services? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule D, Part IVClick to see attachment...................
9
 
No
10
Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in term, permanent,or quasi-endowments? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VClick to see attachment
10
Yes
 
11
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is ‘Yes,’ then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII, VIII, IX, or X as applicable:
a
Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line10? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VI.Click to see attachment
11a
Yes
 
b
Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VII.Click to see attachment
11b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part VIII.Click to see attachment
11c
 
No
d
Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part IX.Click to see attachment
11d
 
No
e
Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11e
Yes
 
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Part X.Click to see attachment
11f
Yes
 
12a
Did the organization obtain separate, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII Click to see attachment
12a
Yes
 
b
Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If “Yes,” and if the organization answered ‘No’ to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI, XII, and XIII is optional Click to see attachment
12b
 
No
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule E
13
 
No
14a
Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?....
14a
 
No
b
Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising, business, and program service activities outside the United States? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part I......... Click to see attachment
14b
Yes
 
15
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or assistance to any organization or entity located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part II.. Click to see attachment
15
 
No
16
Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or assistance to individuals located outside the U.S.? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Part III.. Click to see attachment
16
 
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000, of expenses for professional fundraising services on Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part IClick to see attachment
17
Yes
 
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part II.......... Click to see attachment
18
Yes
 
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule G, Part III................... Click to see attachment
19
 
No
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
20a
Did the organization operate one or more hospitals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule H.....
20a
 
No
b
Did the organization attach its audited financial statement to this return? Note: All Form 990 filers that operate one or more hospitals must attach audited financial statements. .....
20b
 
 
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II.. Click to see attachment
21
Yes
 
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants and other assistance to individuals in the United States on Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III..... Click to see attachment
22
 
No
23
Did the organization answer “Yes” to Part VII, Section A, questions 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J................ Click to see attachment
23
Yes
 
24a
Did the organization have a tax-exempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000 as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer questions 24b–24d and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25................
24a
 
No
b
Did the organization invest any proceeds of tax-exempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception?...
24b
 
 
c
Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any tax-exempt bonds?......................
24c
 
 
d
Did the organization act as an “on behalf of” issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?...
24d
 
 
25a
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I...... Click to see attachment
25a
 
No
b
Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990-EZ? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part I................ Click to see attachment
25b
 
No
26
Was a loan to or by a current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, highly compensated employee, or disqualified person outstanding as of the end of the organization’s tax year? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L,
Part II........................... Click to see attachment
26
 
No
27
Did the organization provide a grant or other assistance to an officer, director, trustee, key employee, substantial contributor, or a grant selection committee member, or to a person related to such an individual? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part III............... Click to see attachment
27
 
No
28
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties? (see Schedule L, Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a
A current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV ......................... Click to see attachment
28a
Yes
 
b
A family member of a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee? If “Yes,”
complete Schedule L, Part IV................... Click to see attachment
28b
 
No
c
An entity of which a current or former officer, director, trustee, or key employee (or a family member thereof) was an officer, director, trustee, or owner? If “Yes,” complete Schedule L, Part IV.. Click to see attachment
28c
Yes
 
29
Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in non-cash contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule MClick to see attachment
29
Yes
 
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified conservation contributions? If “Yes,” complete Schedule M............ Click to see attachment
30
Yes
 
31
Did the organization liquidate, terminate, or dissolve and cease operations? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N,
Part I........................... Click to see attachment
31
 
No
32
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If “Yes,” complete Schedule N, Part II.......................
32
 
No
33
Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations sections 301.7701-2 and 301.7701-3? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part I........ Click to see attachment
33
 
No
34
Was the organization related to any tax-exempt or taxable entity? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Parts II, III, IV, and V, line 1..................... Click to see attachment
34
Yes
 
35
Is any related organization a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? .....
35
 
No
a
Did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2... Click to see attachment
36
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt non-charitable related organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2........... Click to see attachment
36
 
No
37
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If “Yes,” complete Schedule R, Part VIClick to see attachment
37
 
No
38
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11 and 19? Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. ............
38
Yes
 
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part V . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter -0- if not applicable. .......
1a
303
b
Enter the number of Forms W-2G included in line 1a. Enter -0- if not applicable.
1b
0
c
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? ..................
1c
Yes
 
2a
Enter the number of employees reported on Form W-3, Transmittal of Wage and Tax Statements filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered by this return .....................
2a
905
b
If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?

Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to e-file. (see instructions)
2b
Yes
 
3a
Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?.............................
3a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990-T for this year? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O.....
3b
Yes
 
4a
At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account or securities account)?.......................
4a
Yes
 
b
If "Yes," enter the name of the foreign country: MediumBulletCJ
See instructions for filing requirements for Form TD F 90-22.1, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts.
5a
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year?..
5a
 
No
b
Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
 
No
c
If “Yes” to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886-T? ........
5c
 
 
6a
Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible?..........
6a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts were not tax deductible?........................
6b
 
 
7
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a
Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and services provided to the payor?....................
7a
Yes
 
b
If “Yes,” did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?.....
7b
Yes
 
c
Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to file Form 8282?...........................
7c
 
No
d
If “Yes,” indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year ....
7d
 
e
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?..........................
7e
 
No
f
Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?..
7f
 
No
g
If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as required?...................
7g
 
 
h
If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a Form 1098-C?...............
7h
 
 
8
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds and section 509(a)(3) supporting organizations. Did the supporting organization, or a donor advised fund maintained by a sponsoring organization, have excess business holdings at any time during the year?................
8
 
 
9
Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds.
a
Did the organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?.........
9a
 
 
b
Did the organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person?......
9b
 
 
10
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a
Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12 ...
10a
 
b
Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club facilities
10b
 
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a
Gross income from members or shareholders .........
11a
 
b
Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources against amounts due or received from them.) ........
11b
 
12a
Section 4947(a)(1) non-exempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
12a
 
 
b
If “Yes,” enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year.
12b
 
13
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a
Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
Note. All 501(c)(29) organizations must list in Schedule O each state in which they are licensed to issue qualified health plans, the amount of reserves required by each state, and the amount of reserves the organization allocated to each state.
13a
 
 
b
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans.
13b
 
c
Enter the aggregate amount of reserves on hand.
13c
 
14a
Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year?.....
14a
 
 
b
If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments? If “No,” provide an explanation in Schedule O..
14b
 
 
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Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each “Yes” response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a “No” response to lines 8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VI . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
No
1a
Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax year ..............
1a
80
b
Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are independent .................
1b
80
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .................
2
Yes
 
3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person? ..
3
 
No
4
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was filed?
4
 
No
5
Did the organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
5
 
No
6
Does the organization have members or stockholders? ................
6
Yes
 
7a
Does the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who may elect one or more members of the governing body? .........................
7a
Yes
 
b
Are any decisions of the governing body subject to approval by members, stockholders, or other persons? ..
7b
 
No
8
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the year by the following:
a
The governing body? .........................
8a
Yes
 
b
Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body? ............
8b
Yes
 
9
Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the organization’s mailing address? If “Yes,” provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .....
9
 
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal
Revenue Code.)
Yes
No
10a
Does the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates? ............
10a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” does the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters, affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with those of the organization? ....
10b
 
 
11a
Has the organization provided a copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing the form?
11a
 
No
b
Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review the Form 990. .....
12a
Does the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If “No,” go to line 13.......
12a
Yes
 
b
Are officers, directors or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give rise to conflicts? ...........................
12b
Yes
 
c
Does the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If “Yes,” describe in Schedule O how this is done ....................
12c
Yes
 
13
Does the organization have a written whistleblower policy? ...............
13
Yes
 
14
Does the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy? .........
14
Yes
 
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
a
The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official ...........
15a
Yes
 
b
Other officers or key employees of the organization ................
15b
Yes
 
If "Yes" to line a or b, describe the process in Schedule O. (See instructions.)
16a
Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a taxable entity during the year? ......................
16a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” has the organization adopted a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and taken steps to safeguard the organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? ............
16b
 
 
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the States with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filedMediumBullet
CA
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024 if applicable), 990, and 990-T (501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you make these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how), the organization makes its governing documents, conflict of interest policy, and financial statements available to the public.
20
State the name, physical address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the books and records of the organization: MediumBullet
JIM KIRK CFO
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS
SAN FRANCISCO,CA941024585
(415) 552-8000
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
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Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part VII . . . . . . . . . .
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation, and current key employees. Enter -0- in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
RoundBullet List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W-2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099-MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

RoundBullet List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.

List persons in the following order: individual trustees or directors; institutional trustees; officers; key employees; highest
compensated employees; and former such persons.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organizations compensated any current or former officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(1) JOHN D GOLDMAN
BOARD PRESIDENT
 30.00 X   X       0 0 0
(2) MRS WILLIAM S FISHER
BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
 1.00 X   X       0 0 0
(3) RICHARD M KOVACEVICH
BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
 3.00 X   X       0 0 0
(4) JEREMIAH J SULLIVAN
BOARD VICE PRESIDENT
 3.00 X   X       0 0 0
(5) ROBERT R TUFTS
BOARD SECRETARY
 3.00 X   X       0 0 0
(6) CLAIRE N BARNES
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(7) NANCY H BECHTLE
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(8) LYDIA I BEEBE
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(9) ATHENA T BLACKBURN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(10) ROBERT H BRANT
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(11) BARBARA BROOKINS-SCHNEIDER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(12) CAROL FRANC BUCK
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(13) MRS HERBERT E CAEN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(14) MRS LYMAN H CASEY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(15) JOHN S CHEN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(16) DR YANEK S Y CHIU
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(17) MATT COHLER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 8
Part VII
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
(A)
Name and Title 		(B)
Average hours per week (describe hours for related organizations in Schedule O) 		(C)
Position (check all that apply) 		(D)
Reportable compensation from the organization (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(E)
Reportable compensation from related organizations (W- 2/1099-MISC) 		(F)
Estimated amount of other compensation from the organization and related organizations
Individual Trustee or Director; Institutional Trustee; Officer; Key Employee; Highest compensated employee; Former;
(18) MARGARET LIU COLLINS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(19) NANCY R CONNER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(20) MICHELE CORASH
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(21) MRS ROBERT A CORRIGAN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(22) COURTENAY CORRIGAN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(23) GAIL L COVINGTON
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(24) RAY DOLBY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(25) DIXON R DOLL
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(26) PATRICIA C DUNN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(27) MARY C FALVEY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(28) MRS DONALD G FISHER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(29) ELIZABETH J FOLGER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(30) A JOHN GAMBS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(31) CARLOS A GARCIA
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(32) PRISCILLA B GEESLIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(33) CHARLES M GESCHKE
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(34) GORDON P GETTY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(35) ROBERT D GLYNN JR
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(36) EMMA GOLTZ
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(37) TED W HALL
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(38) JOHN H HAMMERGREN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(39) ANETTE L HARRIS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(40) KENNETH L HIRSCH
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(41) DAVID A HOYT
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(42) GREGORY E JOHNSON
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(43) JUDITH S JORGENSEN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(44) MARK A JUNG
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(45) JUDI KANTER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(46) MRS WILLIAM R KIMBALL
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(47) F CURT KIRSCHNER
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(48) JANET W LAMKIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(49) CHRISTINE E LAMOND
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(50) MAX LEVCHIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(51) FRED M LEVIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(52) MARYON DAVIES LEWIS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(53) RAYMOND KY LI
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(54) GORRETTI LO LUI
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(55) MARC T MACAULAY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(56) REBECCA MACIEIRA-KAUFMANN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(57) RICHARD B MADDEN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(58) MRS MERRILL L MAGOWAN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(59) EFF W MARTIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(60) MRS J STANLEY MATTISON
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(61) AMY S MCCOMBS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(62) NAN TUCKER MCEVOY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(63) KENNETH P MCNEELY
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(64) WILLIAM F MEEHAN III
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(65) ANTHONY W MILES
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(66) J WILLIAM MORRIS III
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(67) MRS WALTER S NEWMAN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(68) MRS JOHN F NICOLAI
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(69) PAUL S OTELLINI
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(70) MRS JAMES C PARAS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(71) LAURA K PFAFF
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(72) PAULA B PRETLOW
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(73) GEORGE R ROBERTS
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(74) RICHARD M ROSENBERG
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(75) SHARON L SETO
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(76) MRS GEORGE P SHULTZ
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(77) PATRICIA SUGHRUE SPRINCIN
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(78) NICHOLAS E TOUSSAINT
BOARD GOVERNOR
 2.00 X           0 0 0
(79) TONY TROUSSET
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(80) ANITA L WORNICK
BOARD GOVERNOR
 1.00 X           0 0 0
(81) BRENT ASSINK
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
 60.00     X       456,179 0 55,744
(82) MARK KOENIG
CFO (THROUGH 9/1/2010)
 60.00     X       160,041 0 16,882
(83) JAMES KIRK
CFO (STARTED 10/25/2010)
 60.00     X       38,666 0 1,376
(84) JOHN KIESER
GENERAL MANAGER
 60.00       X     186,351 0 30,626
(85) MARA FINERTY
DIRECTOR, HUMAN RESOURCES
 60.00       X     174,559 0 12,704
(86) GREGG GLEASNER
DIRECTOR, ARTISTIC PLANNING
 60.00       X     185,537 0 28,911
(87) NAN KEETON
DIRECTOR, EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
 60.00       X     267,316 0 27,852
(88) ROBERT W LASHER
DIR., DEVELOPMENT(THROUGH 10/1/2010)
 60.00       X     335,061 0 19,054
(89) ALEXANDER BARANTSCHIK
CONCERTMASTER
 60.00         X   440,081 0 66,982
(90) NADYA TICHMAN
ASSOC. CONCERTMASTER
 60.00         X   219,146 0 89,619
(91) MARK INOUYE
PRINCIPAL TRUMPET
 60.00         X   235,845 0 19,143
(92) WILLIAM BENNETT
PRINCIPAL OBOE
 60.00         X   207,959 0 82,924
(93) ROBERT WARD
PRINCIPAL HORN
 60.00         X   217,999 0 78,537
1b Sub-Total................MediumBullet
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A....MediumBullet
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c)............MediumBullet 3,124,740 0 530,354
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in reportable compensation from the organizationMediumBullet133
Yes
No
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee on line 1a? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual .............
3
 
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such individual...........................
4
Yes
 
5
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for services rendered to the organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule J for such person .....
5
 
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of compensation from the organization.
(A)
Name and business address 		(B)
Description of services 		(C)
Compensation
MTT INC
1745 BROADWAY 18TH FLOOR
NEW YORK,NY10019 		MUSIC DIRECTOR 2,412,662
INDEPENDENT COMMUNICATIONS ASSOC INC
38 MILLER AVENUE PMB 289
MILL VALLEY,CA94941 		PRODUCTION MANAGEMENT 922,707
SD&A TELESERVICES INC
5757 WEST CENTURY BLVD SUITE 300
LOS ANGELES,CA90045 		PROFESSIONAL FUNDRAISER 917,514
ROBERT W FOUNTAIN INC
80 MISSOURI STREET
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94107 		EVENT PRODUCTION 787,568
TOUR ARTS
2829 BRIDGEWAY SUITE 205
SAUSALITO,CA94965 		TOURING SERVICES 725,839
2
Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than $100,000 in compensation from the organization MediumBullet27
Form 990 (2010)
Form 990 (2010)
Page 9
Part VIII
Statement of Revenue
(A)
Total revenue 		(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue 		(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue 		(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512, 513, or 514
Contributions, gifts, grants and other similar amounts 1a Federated campaigns..1a  
b Membership dues....1b  
c Fundraising events....1c 2,734,757
d Related organizations...1d  
e Government grants (contributions)1e 818,386
f All other contributions, gifts, grants, and
similar amounts not included above1f 		48,407,137
g Noncash contributions included in lines 1a-1f:$ 4,885,106
h Total. Add lines 1a-1f.......MediumBullet 51,960,280
Program Service Revenue Business Code
2a CONCERT & RELATED REV 711,130 26,985,950 26,985,950    
b SFS MEDIA 515,100 177,734 177,734    
c VOLUNTEER COUNCIL 711,130 165,697 165,697    
d
e
f All other program service revenue .        
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f........MediumBullet 27,329,381
Other Revenue 3 Investment income (including dividends, interest
and other similar amounts).....MediumBullet 3,184,276   51,682 3,132,594
4 Income from investment of tax-exempt bond proceeds..MediumBullet        
5 Royalties............MediumBullet        
(i) Real (ii) Personal
6a Gross Rents   32,048
b Less: rental expenses    
c Rental income or (loss)   32,048
d Net rental income or (loss).......MediumBullet 32,048   32,048  
(i) Securities (ii) Other
7a Gross amount from sales of assets other than inventory 13,025,803  
b Less: cost or other basis and sales expenses 8,897,225  
c Gain or (loss) 4,128,578  
d Net gain or (loss)..........MediumBullet 4,128,578     4,128,578
8a Gross income from fundraising events (not including
$ 2,734,757
of contributions reported on line 1c). See Part IV, line 18 ...
a 732,241
b Less: direct expenses ...b 1,749,766
c Net income or (loss) from fundraising events..MediumBullet -1,017,525   -1,017,525
9a Gross income from gaming activities.
See Part IV, line 19 ...
a  
b Less: direct expenses ...b  
c Net income or (loss) from gaming activities...MediumBullet        
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
a 1,080,505
b Less: cost of goods sold ..b 633,078
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory..MediumBullet 447,427     447,427
Miscellaneous Revenue Business Code
11a FOOD & BEV FROM PATRON 812,900 220,155     220,155
b MISCELLANEOUS 900,099 134,977     134,977
c            
d All other revenue ....        
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d ......MediumBullet 355,132
12 Total revenue. See Instructions....MediumBullet 86,419,597 27,329,381 83,730 7,046,206
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Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A) but are not required to complete columns (B), (C), and (D).
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII. 		(A)
Total expenses 		(B)
Program service expenses 		(C)
Management and general expenses 		(D)
Fundraising expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to governments and organizations in the U.S. See Part IV, line 21 41,535 41,535
2 Grants and other assistance to individuals in the U.S. See Part IV, line 22    
3 Grants and other assistance to governments, organizations, and individuals outside the U.S. See Part IV, lines 15 and 16    
4 Benefits paid to or for members    
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and key employees .... 1,912,405 656,248 1,081,587 174,570
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B) ....        
7 Other salaries and wages 27,138,202 23,916,785 2,027,333 1,194,084
8 Pension plan contributions (include section 401(k) and section 403(b) employer contributions) .... 3,909,621 3,662,946 175,682 70,993
9 Other employee benefits ....... 4,661,637 4,093,057 368,087 200,493
10 Payroll taxes ........... 1,919,785 1,666,688 182,169 70,928
11 Fees for services (non-employees):        
a Management ......        
b Legal ......... 27,767 15,109 12,658  
c Accounting ........... 193,975   193,975  
d Lobbying ........... 16,768 8,469 8,299  
e Professional fundraising. See Part IV, line 17.. 469,352 469,352
f Investment management fees ...... 224,716   224,716  
g Other .......... 314,319 132,262 179,872 2,185
12 Advertising and promotion .... 1,502,111 1,291,295 18,691 192,125
13 Office expenses ....... 1,603,333 984,327 369,242 249,764
14 Information technology ...... 267,440 16,342 250,374 724
15 Royalties ..        
16 Occupancy ........... 548,438 201,878 273,606 72,954
17 Travel ............ 93,044 59,202 19,643 14,199
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials ......        
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings ....        
20 Interest ...........        
21 Payments to affiliates .......        
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization ..... 1,133,761 1,027,026 57,718 49,017
23 Insurance .............. 435,847 95,379 340,468  
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above. (Expenses grouped together and labeled miscellaneous may not exceed 5% of total expenses shown on line 25 below.)
a CONCERT PRODUCTION 16,735,248 16,610,875 57,375 66,998
b CONSULTING FEES 2,438,060 2,349,902 72,559 15,599
c AMORTIZATION 2,380,416 2,379,252 647 517
d DIR FNDRSNG/ENDOWMENT 1,814,691     1,814,691
e CREDIT CARD FEES 636,612 460,223 8,293 168,096
f All other expenses 1,735,252 975,959 110,883 648,410
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24f 72,154,335 60,644,759 6,033,877 5,475,699
26 Joint costs. Check here MediumBullet if following
SOP 98-2 (ASC 958-720). Complete this line only if the organization reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined educational campaign and fundraising solicitation 		0 -191,402 -386,960 578,362
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Form 990 (2010)
Page 11
Part X Balance Sheet
(A)
Beginning of year 		(B)
End of year
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing .......... 1,373,185 1 1,241,002
2 Savings and temporary cash investments .......   2  
3 Pledges and grants receivable, net ......... 18,607,200 3 26,433,053
4 Accounts receivable, net ......... 620,877 4 2,756,226
5 Receivables from current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees. Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   5  
6 Receivables from other disqualified persons (as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B). Complete Part II of
Schedule L ..........   6  
7 Notes and loans receivable, net ............. 1,387,377 7 1,966,757
8 Inventories for sale or use .............. 397,774 8 755,433
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges ............ 11,790,834 9 9,700,083
10a Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D 10a 33,640,077
b Less: accumulated depreciation. ..... 10b 15,644,210 17,080,253 10c 17,995,867
11 Investments—publicly traded securities .......... 166,343,185 11 181,535,455
12 Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11 ...... 46,453,324 12 53,990,047
13 Investments—program-related. See Part IV, line 11 ..   13  
14 Intangible assets .........   14  
15 Other assets. See Part IV, line 11 ........... 10,354,295 15 10,385,657
16 Total assets. Add lines 1 through 15 (must equal line 34)... 274,408,304 16 306,759,580
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses . 3,821,106 17 4,532,218
18 Grants payable ..........   18  
19 Deferred revenue .......... 12,642,098 19 13,158,974
20 Tax-exempt bond liabilities ..........   20  
21 Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D..   21  
22 Payables to current and former officers, directors, trustees, key
employees, highest compensated employees, and disqualified
persons. Complete Part II of Schedule L..........   22  
23 Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties ..   23  
24 Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties ....   24  
25 Other liabilities. Complete Part X of Schedule D..... 28,236,088 25 26,383,873
26 Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25..... 44,699,292 26 44,075,065
Net Assets or Fund Balance Organizations that follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 27 through 29, and lines 33 and 34.
27 Unrestricted net assets ..... 58,030,695 27 62,108,600
28 Temporarily restricted net assets ..... 52,953,619 28 67,823,806
29 Permanently restricted net assets ..... 118,724,698 29 132,752,109
Organizations that do not follow SFAS 117, check here MediumBullet and complete lines 30 through 34.
30 Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds .....   30  
31 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund .....   31  
32 Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds   32  
33 Total net assets or fund balances ..... 229,709,012 33 262,684,515
34 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances ..... 274,408,304 34 306,759,580
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Form 990 (2010)
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Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XI . . . . . . . . . .
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12) . . .
1
86,419,597
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25) . . . . .
2
72,154,335
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1 . . . .
3
14,265,262
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A)) . .
4
229,709,012
5
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O) . . . .
5
18,710,240
6
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3, 4, and 5 (must equal Part X, line 33, column (B)) . . . . . .
6
262,684,515
Part XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
Check if Schedule O contains a response to any question in this Part XII . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:  
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a
Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?..
2a
 
No
b
Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?........
2b
Yes
 
c
If “Yes,” to 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in Schedule O............................
2c
Yes
 
d
If “Yes” to line 2a or 2b, check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were issued on a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
3a
As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A-133? ................
3a
 
No
b
If “Yes,” did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits. ..
3b
 
 
Form 990 (2010)
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SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or 990EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support

Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
f
g
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization? ................
11g(i)
 
 
(ii) a family member of a person described in (i) above? ......................
11g(ii)
 
 
(iii) a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above? ................
11g(iii)
 
 
h
(i)
Name of supported organization 		(ii)
EIN 		(iii)
Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions)) 		(iv)
Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document? 		(v)
Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support? 		(vi)
Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.? 		(vii)
Amount of support?
Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total                  

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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .... 45,066,383 40,103,581 35,916,731 30,887,904 51,541,717 203,516,316
2 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......            
3 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3.. 45,066,383 40,103,581 35,916,731 30,887,904 51,541,717 203,516,316
5 The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..           20,468,001
6 Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.           183,048,315
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
7 Amounts from line 4.. 45,066,383 40,103,581 35,916,731 30,887,904 51,541,717 203,516,316
8 Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources.. 5,240,014 5,265,510 3,710,194 3,334,967 3,184,276 20,734,961
9 Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..     40,888 42,513 41,228 124,629
10 Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets.. 817,962 776,111 369,631 357,787 323,703 2,645,194
11 Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).           227,021,100
12
12
137,163,308
13
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
14
80.630 %
15
15
72.970 %
16a
b
17a
b
18
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .            
2 Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......            
3 Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..            
4 Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...            
5 The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..            
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5.            
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...            
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.            
c Add lines 7a and 7b..            
8 Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)            
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in) (a) 2006 (b) 2007 (c) 2008 (d) 2009 (e) 2010 (f) Total
9 Amounts from line 6...            
10a Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..            
b Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.            
c Add lines 10a and 10b.            
11 Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.            
12 Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)            
13 Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).            
14
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
15
 
16
16
 
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
17
 
18
18
 
19a
b
20
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information. Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
 
Explanation
 
 
 
 
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

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Schedule B
(Form 990, 990-EZ,
or 990-PF)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Schedule of Contributors
Arrow Bullet Attach to Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Name of organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Section:
Form 990 or 990-EZ





Form 990-PF




Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.  
Note. Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule—
Special Rules
......................... Arrow Bullet   $    
Caution. An Organization that is not covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules does not file Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2 of its Form 990, or check the box in the heading of its
Form 990-EZ, or on line 2 of its Form 990-PF, to certify that it does not meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990-EZ, or 990-PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF.
Cat. No. 30613XSchedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part I
Name of organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Contributors (see Instructions)
     
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED
 

     
RESTRICTED
RESTRICTED  
RESTRICTED, RESTRICTED   RESTRICTED

$RESTRICTED




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
(a)
No.		 (b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4		 (c)
Aggregate contributions		 (d)
Type of contribution
 
 
 

     
 
   

$  




(Complete Part II if there is
a noncash contribution.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part II
Name of organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part II
Noncash Property (see Instructions)
     
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Description of noncash property given		 (c)
FMV (or estimate)
(see instructions) 		(d)
Date received
 
$    
Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)

Schedule B (Form 990, 990-EZ, or 990-PF) (2010)
Page 1 of 1 of Part III
Name of organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part III
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., individual contributions to section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organizations
aggregating more than $1,000 for the year. (Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following line entry.)
For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
contributions of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.) Arrow Bullet $  
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
(a) No.
from
Part I		 (b)
Purpose of gift		 (c)
Use of gift		 (d)
Description of how gift is held
 
(e)
Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4 Relationship of transferor to transferee
 
 
       
 
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SCHEDULE C
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities

For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
SchCMd Bullet Complete if the organization is described below.
SchCMd Bullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. SchCMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and B. Do not complete Part I-C.
Round Bullet Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts I-A and C below. Do not complete Part I-B.
Round Bullet Section 527 organizations: Complete Part I-A only.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990-EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)) Complete Part II-A. Do not complete Part II-B.
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part II-B. Do not complete Part II-A.
If the organization answered “Yes,” to Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 35a (Proxy Tax), then
Round Bullet Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.

1
Provide a description of the organization's direct and indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to candidates for public office in Part IV.
2
Political expenditures ....................................SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
Volunteer hours ........................................
 

Part I-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 .........SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 ......SchCMd Bullet
$  
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ..............
4a
Was a correction made? .........................................
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part I-C
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities SchCMd Bullet
$  
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527 exempt funtion activities ....................................SchCMd Bullet

$  
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120-POL, line 17b..SchCMd Bullet

$  
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120-POL for this year? ..........................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) Name (b) Address (c) EIN (d) Amount paid from filing organization's funds. If none, enter -0-. (e) Amount of political contributions received and promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization. If none, enter -0-.










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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010

Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 2
Part II-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
A Check
B Check
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.) 		(a) Filing
Organization's
Totals 		(b) Affiliated Group
Totals
1a Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......    
b Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) .......    
c Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ...................    
d Other exempt purpose expenditures ........................    
e Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ...............    
f Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.		    
  If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:The lobbying nontaxable amount is:    
  Not over $500,00020% of the amount on line 1e.    
  Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.    
  Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.    
  Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.    
  Over $17,000,000$1,000,000.    
       
g Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................    
h Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
i Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter -0-. ................    
j If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ......................................

4-Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the instructions for lines 2a through 2f on page 4.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4-Year Averaging Period
  Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in) 		(a) 2007 (b) 2008 (c) 2009 (d) 2010 (e) Total
             
2a Lobbying non-taxable amount          
             
b Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e)) 		         
             
c Total lobbying expenditures          
             
d Grassroots non-taxable amount          
             
e Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))		          
             
f Grassroots lobbying expenditures          
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010


Schedule C (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
Page 3
Part II-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
(a)
Yes
No
(b)
Amount
1
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum, through the use of:
a
Volunteers? .........................................
 
No
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ....
Yes
 
c
Media advertisements? ....................................
 
No
 
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .........................
 
No
 
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? .......................
 
No
 
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? .......................
Yes
 
1,701
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? ........
Yes
 
 
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ......
Yes
 
15,067
i
Other activities? If "Yes," describe in Part IV ..........................
 
No
 
j
Total. lines 1c through 1i ...................................
16,768
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
 
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 .................
 
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 .....
 
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .......
 
 
Part III-A
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6).
Yes
No
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ................
1
 
 
2
Did the organization make only in-house lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ................
2
 
 
3
Did the organization agree to carryover lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? ..........
3
 
 
Part III-B
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section 501(c)(6) if BOTH Part III-A, lines 1 and 2 are answered “No” OR if Part III-A, line 3 is answered “Yes”.
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members .....................
1
 
2
Section 162(e) non-deductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
Current year .........................................
2a
 
b
Carryover from last year ....................................
2b
 
c
Total ...........................................
2c
 
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
 
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and political expenditure next year? ................................
4
 
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) ..............
5
 
Part IV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part l-A, line 1; Part l-B, line 4; Part l-C, line 5; and Part ll-B, line 1i.
Also, complete this part for any additional information.
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SCHEDULE D
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Financial Statements
SchDMd Bullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, or 12.
SchDMd Bullet Attach to Form 990. SchDMd Bullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds (b) Funds and other accounts
1 Total number at end of year .......    
2 Aggregate contributions to (during year) ...    
3 Aggregate grants from (during year) ...    
4 Aggregate value at end of year .......    
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised
funds are the organization's property, subject to the organization's exclusive legal control? ............
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds may be
used only for charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring impermissible private benefit. ...................................
Part II
Conservation Easements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
1
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
2
Complete lines 2a–2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a Total number of conservation easements ....................... 2a  
b Total acreage restricted by conservation easements .................. 2b  
c Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) ..... 2c  
d Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 8/17/06 ........ 2d  
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during
the taxable year SchDMd Bullet  
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located SchDMd Bullet  
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of violations, and
enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? .............................
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet  
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, and enforcing conservation easements during the year SchDMd Bullet $  
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section
170(h)(4)(B)(i) and 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? ....................................
9
In Part XIV, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education or research in furtherance of public service,
provide, in Part XIV, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of art,
historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i)
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ........................SchDMd Bullet $ 15,000
(ii)
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ..............................SchDMd Bullet $ 73,000
2
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 relating to these items:
a
Revenues included in Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 ..........................SchDMd Bullet $  
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X ...............................SchDMd Bullet $  
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 52283D
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Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
3
Using the organization’s accession and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its collection
items (check all that apply):
a
d
b
e
REPLICA FOR ANNUAL POSTER
c
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIV.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?........
Part IV
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21.
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? ....................................
b
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIV and complete the following table:
Amount
c Beginning balance ................................. 1c  
d Additions during the year .............................. 1d  
e Distributions during the year ............................. 1e  
f Ending balance ................................... 1f  
2a
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21? .....................
b
If “Yes,” explain the arrangement in Part XIV.
Part V
Endowment Funds. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a)Current Year (b)Prior Year (c)Two Years Back (d)Three Years Back (e)Four Years Back
1a Beginning of year balance .... 232,661,245 230,679,902 258,321,438
b Contributions ........ 20,521,288 6,872,990 16,791,506
c Investment earnings or losses ... 24,946,947 10,899,942 -25,359,327
d Grants or scholarships .....      
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs ........ 		16,004,445 15,791,589 19,073,715
f Administrative expenses ....      
g End of year balance ...... 262,125,035 232,661,245 230,679,902
2
Provide the estimated percentage of the year end balance held as:
a
Board designated or quasi-endowment: SchDMd Bullet32.000 %
b
Permanent endowment: SchDMd Bullet51.000 %
c
Term endowment: SchDMd Bullet17.000 %
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:

Yes
No
(i) unrelated organizations ........................
3a(i)
Yes
 
(ii) related organizations ........................
3a(ii)
 
No
b
If "Yes" to 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R? .........
3b
 
 
4
Describe in Part XIV the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Investments—Land, Buildings, and Equipment. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
Description of investment (a) Cost or other basis (investment) (b)Cost or other basis (other) (c) Accumulated depreciation (d) Book value
1a Land .................      
b Buildings ................        
c Leasehold improvements ............   15,106,838 9,514,516 5,592,322
d Equipment ................   17,124,312 6,129,694 10,994,618
e Other .................   1,408,927   1,408,927
Total. Add lines 1a-1e. (Column (d) should equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).)........SchDMdBullet 17,995,867
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Part VII
Investments—Other Securities. See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)		 (b)Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value
(1)Financial derivatives    
(2)Closely-held equity interests    
(3)Other
(A) LIMITED PARTNERSHIPS AND OTHER 		53,990,047 F








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 12.)Small Bullet 53,990,047
Part VIII
Investments—Program Related. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment type (b) Book value (c) Method of valuation:
Cost or end-of-year market value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)Small Bullet  
Part IX
Other Assets. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description (b) Book value








Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)...........Small Bullet  
Part X
Other Liabilities. See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.(a) Description of Liability (b) Amount
Federal Income Taxes  
LIABILITIES TO BENEFICIARIES OF SPLIT INTEREST AGREEMENTS 2,710,144
PENSION BENEFIT LIABILITIES 18,173,729
UNEARNED CHALLANGE GRANT 5,500,000






Total. (Column (b) should equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)Small Bullet 26,383,873
2. Fin 48 (ASC 740) Footnote. In Part XIV, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC740).
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Part XI Reconciliation of Change in Net Assets from Form 990 to Financial Statements
1 Total revenue (Form 990, Part VIII, column (A), line 12) .................... 1 86,419,597
2 Total expenses (Form 990, Part IX, column (A), line 25) ..................... 2 72,154,335
3 Excess or (deficit) for the year. Subtract line 2 from line 1 ............. 3 14,265,262
4 Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments .......................... 4 17,870,169
5 Donated services and use of facilities ............................. 5  
6 Investment expenses ................................... 6  
7 Prior period adjustments .................................. 7  
8 Other (Describe in Part XIV) ................................. 8 840,071
9 Total adjustments (net). Add lines 4 - 8 ............................. 9 18,710,240
10 Excess or (deficit) for the year per financial statements. Combine lines 3 and 9 ......... 10 32,975,502
Part XII Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per Return
1 Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements ....... 1 107,023,895
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
a Net unrealized gains on investments .......... 2a 17,870,169
b Donated services and use of facilities ......... 2b 576,001
c Recoveries of prior year grants ........... 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d 2,382,844
e Add lines 2a through 2d ..................... 2e 20,829,014
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 86,194,881
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b . 4a 224,716
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ........... 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 224,716
5 Total Revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.) ...... 5 86,419,597
Part XIII Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return
1 Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements ............. 1 74,888,463
2 Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
a Donated services and use of facilities .......... 2a 576,001
b Prior year adjustments .............. 2b  
c Other losses ................ 2c  
d Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 2d 2,382,844
e Add lines 2a through 2d...................... 2e 2,958,845
3 Subtract line 2e from line 1..................... 3 71,929,618
4 Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b .. 4a 224,716
b Other (Describe in Part XIV): ............ 4b  
c Add lines 4a and 4b....................... 4c 224,716
5 Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This should equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.) ...... 5 72,154,334
Part XIV
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b;
Part V, line 4; Part X; Part XI, line 8; Part XII, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XIII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
  PART III, LINE 4: THE SYMPHONY RECEIVES A DONATED WATERCOLOR ON AN ANNUAL BASIS, WHICH IS CAPITALIZED AS PART OF IMPROVEMENTS, FURNITURE, AND EQUIPMENT. THE DONATED WATERCOLOR IS BEING MAINTAINED AS PART OF THE SYMPHONY'S COLLECTION. THE SYMPHONY MAINTAINS OTHER ARTWORK AROUND DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL, BUT NO OTHER ITEMS ARE RECORDED AS ASSETS.
DESCRIPTION OF INTENDED USE OF ENDOWMENT FUNDS: PART V, LINE 4: TO SUPPORT THE SYMPHONY'S PROGRAMS AND MAINTAIN FINANCIAL STABILITY.
DESCRIPTION OF UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS UNDER FIN 48: PART X: THE SYMPHONY HAS EVALUATED ITS CURRENT TAX POSITIONS AND HAS CONCLUDED THAT AS OF AUGUST 31, 2011, THE SYMPHONY DOES NOT HAVE ANY SIGNIFICANT UNCERTAIN TAX POSITIONS FOR WHICH A RESERVE WOULD BE NECESSARY. FOR STATE TAX PURPOSES, THE SYMPHONY IS GENERALLY NO LONGER SUBJECT TO TAX EXAMINATIONS FOR YEARS PRIOR TO 2007. FOR FEDERAL TAX PURPOSES, THE SYMPHONY IS NO LONGER SUBJECT TO TAX EXAMINATIONS FOR YEARS PRIOR TO 2008.
PART XI, LINE 8 - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:   CHANGE IN PENSION BENEFIT LIABILITIES 840,071.
PART XII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:   SPECIAL EVENTS EXPENSE LINE 8B, PART VIII, FORM 990 1,749,766. COST OF GOODS SOLD LINE 10B, PART VIII, FORM 990 633,078.
PART XIII, LINE 2D - OTHER ADJUSTMENTS:   SPECIAL EVENTS EXPENSE LINE 8B, PART VIII, FORM 990 1,749,766. COST OF GOODS SOLD LINE 10B, PART VIII, FORM 990 633,078.
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SCHEDULE F
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Statement of Activities Outside the United States
Right pointing arrow large image Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 14b, 15, or 16.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990. Right pointing arrow large image See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
General Information on Activities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered
“Yes” to Form 990, Part IV, line 14b.
1
For grantmakers. Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or
assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and the selection criteria used to award
the grants or assistance? ...................................
2
For grantmakers. Describe in Part V the organization’s procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds outside the
United States.
3
Activites per Region. (Use Part V if additional space is needed.)
(a) Region (b) Number of offices in the region (c) Number of employees or agents in region or independent contractors (d) Activities conducted in region (by type) (e.g., fundraising, program services, investments, grants to recipients located in the region) (e) If activity listed in (d) is a program service, describe specific type of
service(s) in region		 (f) Total
expenditures for region/investments
in region
EUROPE (INCLUDING ICELAND & GREENLAND) 0 0 PROGRAM SERVICES EUROPEAN TOURS 889,828
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
           
3a Sub-total ..... 0 0 889,828
b Total from continuation sheets to Part I ... 0 0 0
c Totals (add lines 3a and 3b) 0 0 889,828
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Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations or Entities Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, line 15, for any recipient who received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000 ........ MediumBullet
Use Part V if additional space is needed.
1 (a) Name of organization (b) IRS code section
and EIN (if applicable)		 (c) Region (d) Purpose of
grant 		(e) Amount of
cash grant 		(f) Manner of
cash
disbursement 		(g) Amount of
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(i) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
2
Enter total number of recipient organizations listed above that are recognized as charities by the foreign country, recognized as tax-exempt by the IRS, or for which the grantee or counsel has provided a section 501(c)(3) equivalency letter .....MediumBullet
 
3
Enter total number of other organizations or entities ........................MediumBullet
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals Outside the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 16.
Use Part V if additional space is needed.
(a) Type of grant or assistance (b) Region (c) Number of recipients (d) Amount of
cash grant 		(e) Manner of cash
disbursement 		(f) Amount of
non-cash
assistance 		(g) Description
of non-cash
assistance 		(h) Method of
valuation
(book, FMV,
appraisal, other)
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
               
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Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
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Part IV
Foreign Forms
1 Was the organization a U.S. transferor of property to a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 926 (see instructions for Form 926).................
2 Did the organization have an interest in a foreign trust during the tax year? If " Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 3520 and/or Form 3520-A. (see instructions for Forms 3520 and 3520-A)..........
3 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign corporation during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5471, Information Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Corporations. (see instructions for Form 5471)..............................
4 Was the organization a direct or indirect shareholder of a passive foreign investment company or a qualified electing fund during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8621, Return by a Shareholder of a Passive Foreign Investment Company or Qualified Electing Fund. (see instructions for Form 8621)
5 Did the organization have an ownership interest in a foreign partnership during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 8865, Return of U.S. Persons with respect to Certain Foreign Partnerships. (see instructions for Form 8865)....................................
6 Did the organization have any operations in or related to any boycotting countries during the tax year? If "Yes," the organization may be required to file Form 5713, International Boycott Report (see instructions for Form 5713)................................................
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
Schedule F (Form 990) 2010
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Part V
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information (see instructions) required in Part I, line 2, and any additional information.
Identifier ReturnReference Explanation
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
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SCHEDULE G
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19,
or if the organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
right arrow Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. right arrow See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
1
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a e
b f
c g
d
2a
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising services?
b
If “Yes,” list the ten highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization. Form 990-EZ filers are not required to complete this table.
(i) Name and address of individual
or entity (fundraiser) 		(ii) Activity (iii) Did fundraiser have custody or control of contributions? (iv) Gross receipts
from activity 		(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i) 		(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
Yes No
 
SD&A TELESERVICES INC
5757 W CENTURY BLVD SUITE 300
 
LOS ANGELES, CA90045 		CONSULT AND SOLICIT FOR TELEFUNDRAISING   No 1,699,808 465,352 1,234,456
 
THE HOLMAN GROUP
6240 PRIMROSE AVENUE
 
LOS ANGELES, CA90068 		ASSIST IN OBTAINING SPONSORSHIPS WITH CORPORATIONS   No 20,000 4,000 16,000
Total .................right arrow 1,719,808 469,352 1,250,456
3
List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit funds or has been notified it is exempt from registration or licensing.
CA
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part II
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a. List events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
(a) Event #1

OPENING GALA
(event type) 		(b) Event #2

CHINESE NEW YEAR
(event type) 		(c) Other Events

4
(total number) 		(d) Total Events
(Add col. (a) through col. (c))
VerticalRevenue 1 Gross receipts . . . 2,122,882 464,235 879,881 3,466,998
2 Less: Charitable
contributions . . . 		1,793,701 326,941 614,115 2,734,757
3 Gross income (line 1
minus line 2) . . . 		329,181 137,294 265,766 732,241
VerticalDirectExpenses 4 Cash prizes . . .        
5 Non-cash prizes . .        
6 Rent/facility costs . . 15,260 29,420 12,150 56,830
7 Food and beverages . .        
8 Entertainment . . .        
9 Other direct expenses . 1,031,095 257,812 404,029 1,692,936
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d) ........... right arrow 1,749,766
11 Net income summary. Combine lines 3 and 10 in column (d)............ right arrow -1,017,525
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than $15,000 on Form 990-EZ, line 6a.
VerticalRevenue (a) Bingo (b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive bingo 		(c) Other gaming (d) Total gaming (Add col. (a) through col. (c))
1 Gross revenue . . . .        
VerticalDirectExpenses 2 Cash prizes . . . .        
3 Non-cash prizes . . .        
4 Rent/facility costs . . .        
5 Other direct expenses . .        
6 Volunteer labor . . .
 
 
 
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d) ........... right arrow  
8 Net gaming income summary. Combine lines 1 and 7 in column (d) .......... right arrow  
9
Enter the state(s) in which the organization operates gaming activities:
a
Is the organization licensed to operate gaming activities in each of these states? ............
b
If "No," Explain:
 
10a
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year? .....
b
If "Yes," Explain:
 
11
Does the organization operate gaming activities with nonmembers? .................
12
Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming? ...........................
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13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity operated in:
a
The organization's facility ......................
13a
 
b
An outside facility ........................
13b
 
14
Provide the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
15a
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? ......................................
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization right arrow $   and the
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party right arrow $   .
c
If "Yes," enter name and address:
Name right arrow
Address right arrow
 
 
16
Gaming manager information:
Name right arrow
Gaming manager compensation right arrow $  
Description of services provided right arrow
 
17
Mandatory distributions:
a
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license? ............................
b
Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year right arrow$  
Part IV
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to quuestion on Schedule G (see instructions.)
Identifier ReturnReference Explanation
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Schedule I
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Grants and Other Assistance to Organizations,
Governments and Individuals in the United States
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," to Form 990, Part IV, line 21 or 22.
lBullet Attach to Form 990
OMB No. 1545-0047
2010
Open to Public
Inspection
Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number
94-1156284
Part I
General Information on Grants and Assistance
1
Does the organization maintain records to substantiate the amount of the grants or assistance, the grantees' eligibility for the grants or assistance, and
the selection criteria used to award the grants or assistance? ....................................
2
Describe in Part IV the organization's procedures for monitoring the use of grant funds in the United States.
Part II
Grants and Other Assistance to Governments and Organizations in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to
Form 990, Part IV, line 21 for any recipient that received more than $5,000. Check this box if no one recipient received more than $5,000. Use
Part IV and Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed ......................... lBullet
(a) Name and address of organization
or government		 (b) EIN (c) IRC Code section
if applicable		 (d) Amount of cash grant (e) Amount of non-cash
assistance		 (f) Method of valuation
(book, FMV, appraisal,
other)		 (g) Description of
non-cash assistance		 (h) Purpose of grant
or assistance
(1) LOWELL HIGH SCHOOL1101 EUCALYPTUS DRIVE
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94132 		94-6000416 501(C)(3)   7,710 FMV TICKETS TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY FREE ACCESS TO SELECT SYMPHONY PERFORMANCES
(2) PRESIDIO MIDDLE SCHOOL450 30TH AVENUE
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94121 		94-6000416 501(C)(3)   33,825 FMV TICKETS TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY FREE ACCESS TO SELECT SYMPHONY PERFORMANCES




















2
Enter total number of section 501(c)(3) and government organizations ......................... Bullet Image
2
3
Enter total number of other organizations ................................ . Bullet Image
 
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Part III
Grants and Other Assistance to Individuals in the United States. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 22.
Use Schedule I-1 (Form 990) if additional space is needed.
(a)Type of grant or assistance (b)Number of
recipients		 (c)Amount of
cash grant		 (d)Amount of
non-cash assistance		 (e)Method of valuation (book,
FMV, appraisal, other)		 (f)Description of non-cash assistance













Part IV
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the information required in Part I, line 2, and any other additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
PROCEDURE FOR MONITORING GRANTS IN THE U.S.: PART I, LINE 2: SCHEDULE I, PART I, LINE 2: THE SYMPHONY DONATES TICKETS TO VARIOUS ORGANIZATIONS, PREDOMINANTLY RELATED TO EDUCATION. SYMPHONY STAFF MEMBER(S) WORK DIRECTLY WITH THE SCHOOLS AND ATTEND CONCERTS TO PERSONALLY WELCOME THE TEACHERS AND STUDENTS WHO ARE ATTENDING THESE CONCERTS.
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Schedule J
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Compensation Information
For certain Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest
Compensated Employees
SchJMediumBullet Complete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990,
Part IV, question 23.
SchJMediumBullet Attach to Form 990. SchJMediumBullet See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
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Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Questions Regarding Compensation
Yes
No
1a
Check the appropiate box(es) if the organization provided any of the following to or for a person listed in Form
990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a. Complete Part III to provide any relevant information regarding these items.
b
If any of the boxes in line 1a are checked, did the organization follow a written policy regarding payment or reimbursement orprovision of all the expenses described above? If "No," complete Part III to explain....
1b
Yes
 
2
Did the organization require substantiation prior to reimbursing or allowing expenses incurred by all
officers, directors, trustees, and the CEO/Executive Director, regarding the items checked in line 1a? ....
2
Yes
 
3
Indicate which, if any, of the following the organization uses to establish the compensation of the
organization's CEO/Executive Director. Check all that apply.
4
During the year, did any person listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a with respect to the filing organization or a related organization:
a
Receive a severance payment or change-of-control payment? ...............
4a
 
No
b
Participate in, or receive payment from, a supplemental nonqualified retirement plan? ........
4b
Yes
 
c
Participate in, or receive payment from, an equity-based compensation arrangement? ........
4c
 
No
If "Yes" to any of lines 4a-c, list the persons and provide the applicable amounts for each item in Part III.
Only 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations only must complete lines 5-9.
5
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the revenues of:
a
The organization? ...........................
5a
Yes
 
b
Any related organization? .........................
5b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, describe in Part III.
6
For persons listed in form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization pay or accrue any
compensation contingent on the net earnings of:
a
The organization? ...........................
6a
 
No
b
Any related organization? .........................
6b
 
No
If "Yes," to line 6a or 6b, describe in Part III.
7
For persons listed in Form 990, Part VII, Section A, line 1a, did the organization provide any non-fixed
payments not described in lines 5 and 6? If "Yes," describe in Part III ............
7
Yes
 
8
Were any amounts reported in Form 990, Part VII, paid or accured pursuant to a contract that was
subject to the initial contract exception described in Regs. section 53.4958-4(a)(3)? If "Yes," describe
in Part III .............................
8
 
No
9
If "Yes" to line 8, did the organization also follow the rebuttable presumption procedure described in Regulations section 53.4958-6(c)? .........................
9
 
 
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Intructions for Form 990
Cat. No. 50053T
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Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
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Part II
Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees. Use Schedule J-1 if additional space needed.
For each individual whose compensation must be reported in Schedule J, report compensation from the organization on row (i) and from related organizations, described in the
instructions on row (ii). Do not list any individuals that are not listed on Form 990, Part VII.

Note. The sum of columns (B)(i)-(iii) must equal the applicable column (D) or column (E) amounts on Form 990, Part VII, line 1a.
(A) Name (B) Breakdown of W-2 and/or 1099-MISC compensation (C) Retirement and other deferred compensation (D) Nontaxable
benefits		 (E) Total of columns
(B)(i)-(D) 		(F) Compensation
reported in prior
Form 990 or
Form 990-EZ
(i) Base compensation (ii) Bonus & incentive compensation (iii) Other reportable compensation
(1) BRENT ASSINK (i)
(ii)		 449,726
0 		0
0 		6,453
0 		38,758
0 		16,986
0 		511,923
0 		0
0
(2) MARK KOENIG (i)
(ii)		 156,196
0 		0
0 		3,845
0 		7,240
0 		9,642
0 		176,923
0 		0
0
(3) JOHN KIESER (i)
(ii)		 186,222
0 		0
0 		129
0 		29,904
0 		722
0 		216,977
0 		0
0
(4) MARA FINERTY (i)
(ii)		 174,490
0 		0
0 		69
0 		6,854
0 		5,850
0 		187,263
0 		0
0
(5) GREGG GLEASNER (i)
(ii)		 185,288
0 		0
0 		249
0 		21,042
0 		7,869
0 		214,448
0 		0
0
(6) NAN KEETON (i)
(ii)		 256,069
0 		0
0 		11,247
0 		2,624
0 		25,228
0 		295,168
0 		0
0
(7) ROBERT W LASHER (i)
(ii)		 225,036
0 		110,000
0 		25
0 		9,726
0 		9,328
0 		354,115
0 		0
0
(8) ALEXANDER BARANTSCHIK (i)
(ii)		 439,565
0 		0
0 		516
0 		34,222
0 		32,760
0 		507,063
0 		0
0
(9) NADYA TICHMAN (i)
(ii)		 218,870
0 		0
0 		276
0 		56,859
0 		32,760
0 		308,765
0 		0
0
(10) MARK INOUYE (i)
(ii)		 235,737
0 		0
0 		108
0 		9,993
0 		9,150
0 		254,988
0 		0
0
(11) WILLIAM BENNETT (i)
(ii)		 207,683
0 		0
0 		276
0 		50,664
0 		32,260
0 		290,883
0 		0
0
(12) ROBERT WARD (i)
(ii)		 217,483
0 		0
0 		516
0 		64,728
0 		13,809
0 		296,536
0 		0
0




Schedule J (Form 990) 2010

Schedule J (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide the information, explanation, or descriptions required for Part I, lines 1a, 1b, 4c, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7, and 8. Also complete this part for any additional information.
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
  PART I, LINE 1A NAN KEETON, DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS, RECEIVED A GROSS-UP PAYMENT OF $3,702 DURING THE YEAR.
  PART I, LINE 4B BRENT ASSINK, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, PARTICIPATES IN A SUPPLEMENTAL NONQUALIFIED RETIREMENT PLAN. SFS CONTRIBUTED $16,500 TO THE PLAN IN 2010.
  PART I, LINE 5 ROBERT W. LASHER, DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, RECEIVED $100,000 INCENTIVE COMPENSATION BASED ON ACHIEVEMENT OF CAPITAL CAMPAIGN GOALS.
  PART I, LINE 7 THE DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT RECEIVED $10,000 RELATED TO ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES ASSUMED DURING THE YEAR. THE DIRECTOR OF EXTERNAL AFFAIRS RECEIVED $ 11,702 INCLUDING $3,702 DESCRIBED IN LINE 1 IN LIEU OF A CONTRIBUTION TO A RETIREMENT PLAN.
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Schedule L
(Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Transactions with Interested Persons
MediumBullet Complete if the organization answered
"Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 25a, 25b, 26, 27, 28a, 28b, or 28c,
or Form 990-EZ, Part V lines 38a or 40b.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. MediumBulletSee separate instructions.
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Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Excess Benefit Transactions (section 501(c)(3) and section 501 (c)(4) organizations only).
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 25a or 25b, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 40b.
1(a) Name of disqualified person (b) Description of transaction (c) Corrected?
Yes No





2
Enter the amount of tax imposed on the organization managers or disqualified persons during the year under section 4958. ......................... Bullet Image$
 
3
Enter the amount of tax, if any, on line 2, above, reimbursed by the organization ....... Bullet Image$
 

Part II
Loans to and/or From Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 26, or Form 990-EZ, Part V, line 38a.
(a) Name of interested person and purpose (b) Loan to or from the organization? (c)Original principal amount (d)Balance due (e) In default? (f) Approved by board or committee? (g)Written agreement?
To From Yes No Yes No Yes No
Total ...............Small Bullet $  
Part III
Grants or Assistance Benefitting Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 27.
(a) Name of interested person (b)Relationship between interested person and the organization (c)Amount of grant or type of assistance
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the
Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 50056A
Schedule L (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2010
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Part IV
Business Transactions Involving Interested Persons.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 28a, 28b, or 28c.
(a) Name of interested person (b) Relationship between interested person and the organization (c) Amount of transaction (d) Description of transaction (e) Sharing of organization's revenues?
Yes No
(1) DIXON DOLL BOARD MEMBER IS A GENERAL PARTNER IN A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP 1,700,307 SEE SCH O - THE SYMPHONY INVESTED IN A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP IN WHICH A BOARD MEMBER IS A GENERAL PARTNER. FUTURE CAPITAL COMMITMENTS RELATED TO THESE PARTNERSHIPS AS OF 8/31/2011 WAS $3,299,693.   No
Part V
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule L (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
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SCHEDULE M
(Form 990)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
NonCash Contributions
Right pointing arrow large imageComplete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 29 or 30.
Right pointing arrow large image Attach to Form 990.
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Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Types of Property
(a)
Check if applicable 		(b)
Number of Contributions or items contributed 		(c)
Contribution amounts reported on
Form 990, Part VIII, line 1g 		(d)
Method of determining
contribution amounts
1 Art—Works of art .... X 1 15,000 FMV
2 Art—Historical treasures .        
3 Art—Fractional interests ..        
4 Books and publications ..      
5 Clothing and household
goods ....... 		X 293,562 ANNUAL SALES REVENUE
6 Cars and other vehicles ..        
7 Boats and planes ....        
8 Intellectual property ...        
9 Securities—Publicly traded . X 92 4,146,385 FMV
10 Securities—Closely held stock .        
11 Securities—Partnership, LLC,
or trust interests .... 		       
12 Securities—Miscellaneous ..        
13 Qualified conservation
contribution—Historic
structures ..... 		       
14 Qualified conservation
contribution—Other ... 		       
15 Real estate—Residential .        
16 Real estate—Commercial ..        
17 Real estate—Other ...        
18 Collectibles .....        
19 Food inventory ...        
20 Drugs and medical supplies .        
21 Taxidermy ......        
22 Historical artifacts ....        
23 Scientific specimens ..        
24 Archeological artifacts ...        
25 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( FOOD/GOODS ) X 215 264,832 FMV
26 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( SOFTWARE ) X 1 17,783 FMV
27 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( LEASEHOLD IMPROVEMENTS ) X 2 69,000 FMV
28 Other Right pointing arrow large image ( EQUIPMENT ) X 3 78,544 FMV
29
Number of Forms 8283 received by the organization during the tax year for contributions
for which the organization completed Form 8283, Part IV, Donee Acknowledgement ...
29
 
Yes
No
30a
During the year, did the organization receive by contribution any property reported in Part I, lines 1-28 that it
must hold for at least three years from the date of the initial contribution, and which is not required to be used
for exempt purposes for the entire holding period? ..................
30a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe the arrangement in Part II.
31
Does the organization have a gift acceptance policy that requires the review of any non-standard contributions?
31
Yes
 
32a
Does the organization hire or use third parties or related organizations to solicit, process, or sell non-cash
contributions? ............................
32a
 
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part II.
33
If the organization did not report revenues in column (c) for a type of property for which column (a) is checked,
describe in Part II.
For Privacy Act and Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
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Schedule M (Form 990) 2010
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32b, and 33. Also complete this part for any additional information.
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(Form 990 or 990-EZ)

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ

Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
MediumBullet Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
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SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 2   TWO MEMBERS OF THE BOARD ARE RELATED BY MARRIAGE.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 6   THE BYLAWS STATE THAT ANYONE DONATING OVER A DOLLAR AMOUNT OF $350 AND HAS SUBSCRIBED TO AT LEAST THREE CONCERTS IS A MEMBER AND HAS THE RIGHT TO VOTE AT THE ANNUAL MEETING.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION A, LINE 7A   EACH PERSON OR ENTITY WHO OR WHICH HAS SUBSCRIBED TO AT LEAST THREE CONCERTS IN ANY REGULAR SEASON SYMPHONY SERIES AND HAS CONTRIBUTED AT LEAST $350 TO THE CORPORATION DURING A PERIOD OF 12 MONTHS ENDING UPON THE 60TH DAY BEFORE THE ANNUAL MEETING SHALL BE A VOTING MEMBER. THE VOTING MEMBERS, AT EACH OF THEIR ANNUAL MEETINGS, SHALL ELECT APPROXIMATELY ONE-THIRD OF THE TOTAL NUMBER OF GOVERNORS, ROUNDED TO SUCH NEAREST WHOLE NUMBER AS DETERMINED BY THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS.
FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 11   ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS, THE AUDIT COMMITTEE SHALL HAVE THE RESPONSIBILITY TO REVIEW THE SYMPHONY'S FORM 990 BEFORE FILING WITH THE INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE. THE COMMITTEE IS PROVIDED WITH A COMPLETE COPY OF THE FILING, INCLUDING ALL SUPPORTING SCHEDULES AND ATTACHMENTS. A MEETING OF THE AUDIT COMMITTEE (EITHER IN PERSON OR VIA ELECTRONIC MEANS) SHALL BE HELD TO REVIEW THE 990 FORM WITH MANAGEMENT AND/OR THE PREPARERS. ALL QUESTIONS, COMMENTS AND SUGGESTED REVISIONS SET FORTH BY THE AUDIT COMMITTEE WILL BE DOCUMENTED ALONG WITH THE RESPONSES, IF APPLICABLE AND THE FILING UPDATED OR REVISED AS NECESSARY.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 12C THE SYMPHONY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY COVERS GOVERNORS, OFFICERS, EMPLOYEES AND VOLUNTEERS OF THE SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY. THE POLICY IS REVIEWED ANNUALLY BY THE COMMITTEE ON GOVERNORS OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS, WHO SHALL HAVE FINAL AUTHORITY TO DETERMINE WHAT MAY BE A CONFLICT OF INTEREST AND HOW TO ADDRESS THE CONFLICT. EACH GOVERNOR, COMMITTEE MEMBER, OFFICER AND KEY EMPLOYEE IS REQUIRED TO ANNUALLY COMPLETE A DISCLOSURE FORM IDENTIFYING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST. ONCE IDENTIFIED, CONFLICTS OF INTEREST ARE ADDRESSED AS ESTABLISHED IN THE SYMPHONY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST POLICY. THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER OF THE SYMPHONY MAINTAINS THE DISCLOSURE FORMS AND INSURES COMPLIANCE OF THE ESTABLISHED POLICY. GENERALLY, A CONFLICTED PARTY MAY NOT PARTICIPATE IN ANY DISCUSSIONS OR DECISIONS ON MATTERS WHERE THEY MAY BE CONFLICTED. THE CONFLICTED PARTY IS REQUIRED TO DISCLOSE ANY CONFLICTS OR POTENTIAL CONFLICTS ON THE MATTER BEING CONSIDERED.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION B, LINE 15 THE ADMINISTRATIVE COMPENSATION COMMITTEE (COMMITTEE) OF THE BOARD OF GOVERNORS DETERMINES THE COMPENSATION PACKAGE OF THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR (ED) AND THE CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER (CFO) OF THE SYMPHONY. THE COMMITTEE WILL MEET ANNUALLY TO REVIEW AND APPROVE THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFIT PACKAGES FOR THE ED AND CFO. THE COMMITTEE RELIES ON COMPARABILITY DATA PREPARED BY THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES FOR THE SAME OR SIMILAR POSITIONS IN COMPARABLE ORCHESTRAS IN THE UNITED STATES AND SIMILAR POSITIONS FOR NON-PROFITS IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA. THE ED AND CFO ARE NOT PRESENT FOR ANY DELIBERATIONS OF THE COMMITTEE NOR DO THEY HAVE ACCESS TO THE INFORMATION PRESENTED TO THE COMMITTEE BY THE DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES. DURING THE FISCAL YEAR BEING REPORTED, THE COMMITTEE REVIEWED THE COMPENSATION PACKAGES ON 9/27/2010.
  FORM 990, PART VI, SECTION C, LINE 19 THE REQUIRED ORGANIZATIONAL DOCUMENTS OF THE SYMPHONY WILL BE AVAILABLE (FOR INSPECTION OR COPYING) AT DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AT NO CHARGE. THE PUBLIC INSPECTION COPY OF THE SYMPHONY'S FORM 990 AND THE AUDITED FINANCIAL REPORTS, FROM THE PREVIOUS THREE YEARS (AT A MINIMUM), WILL BE AVAILABLE (FOR INSPECTION OR COPYING) AT DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL DURING NORMAL BUSINESS HOURS AT NO CHARGE. WHEN RESPONDING TO A PUBLIC INSPECTION REQUEST FOR FINANCIAL STATEMENTS OR THE FORM 990 BY ANYONE, THE SYMPHONY SHALL FULFILL SUCH REQUEST IN A TIMELY FASHION WITHOUT INQUIRING AS TO THE REASON FOR THE PUBLIC INSPECTION REQUEST. IN ADDITION, THE SYMPHONY'S FORM 990 IS AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC ON THE INTERNET AT GUIDESTAR.
CHANGES IN NET ASSETS OR FUND BALANCES: FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: NET UNREALIZED GAINS ON INVESTMENTS: 17,870,169. CHANGE IN PENSION BENEFIT LIABILITIES 840,071. TOTAL TO FORM 990, PART XI, LINE 5: 18,710,240.
  FORM 990, PART XII, LINE 2C: NO CHANGE IN THE AUDIT COMMITTEE'S OVERSIGHT PROCESS.
REASON FOR AMENDING FORM 990 FORM 990, PAGE 1, SECTION B FORM 990 IS BEING AMENDED TO REFLECT A CORRECTION TO THE STATEMENT OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES ON FORM 990, PART IX. LINE 11E COLUMN D AS ORIGINALLY FILED $933,396 LINE 11E COLUMN D AS AMENDED $469,352 LINE 24 F COLUMN B AS ORIGINALLY FILED $511,914 LINE 24 F COLUMN B AS AMENDED $975,959 SCHEDULE G PART 1, LINE 2B,(V) AS ORIGINALLY FILED $933,396 SCHEDULE G PART 1, LINE 2B,(V) AS AMENDED $469,352
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Cat. No. 51056K
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(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Related Organizations and Unrelated Partnerships
MediumBulletComplete if the organization answered "Yes" to Form 990, Part IV, line 33, 34, 35, 36, or 37.
MediumBulletAttach to Form 990. MediumBullet See separate instructions.

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Name of the organization
SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
 
Employer identification number

94-1156284
Part I
Identification of Disregarded Entities (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 33.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of disregarded entity


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Total income
(e)
End-of-year assets


 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

















Part II
Identification of Related Tax-Exempt Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related tax-exempt organizations during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization


(b)
Primary activity


 		(c)
Legal domicile (state
or foreign country)

 		(d)
Exempt Code section
(e)
Public charity status
(if section 501(c)(3))

 		(f)
Direct controlling
entity

 		(g)
Section 512(b)(13) controlled organization
Yes No












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Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
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Part III
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a partnership during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of
related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity




 		(c)
Legal
domicile
(state or foreign
country)


 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity



 		(e)
Predominant income(related, unrelated, excluded from tax under sections 512-514)

(f)
Share of total income




 		(g)
Share of end-of-year
assets



 		(h)
Disproprtionate allocations?




 		(i)
Code V—UBI
amount in box 20 of
Schedule K-1
(Form 1065)
 		(j)
General or
managing
partner?



 		(k)
Percentage
ownership
Yes No Yes No












Part IV
Identification of Related Organizations Taxable as a Corporation or Trust (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34 because it had one or more related organizations treated as a corporation or trust during the tax year.)
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of related organization



 		(b)
Primary activity



 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or
foreign
country)
 		(d)
Direct controlling
entity


 		(e)
Type of entity
(C corp, S corp,
or trust)

 		(f)
Share of total income



 		(g)
Share of
end-of-year
assets

 		(h)
Percentage
ownership
(1) POOLED INCOME FUND
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS A
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102
 TRUST CA SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		T   138,421 89.000 %
(2) CRUT #1
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS A
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102
 TRUST CA SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		T   142,312 76.000 %
(3) CRUT #2
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS A
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102
 TRUST CA SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		T   128,614 73.000 %
(4) CRUT #3
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS A
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102
 TRUST CA SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		T   148,805 58.000 %
(5) UNITRUST
DAVIES SYMPHONY HALL 201 VAN NESS A
SAN FRANCISCO,CA94102
 TRUST CA SAN FRANCISCO SYMPHONY
  		T   87,857 53.000 %




Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
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Part V
Transactions With Related Organizations (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 34, 35, 35A, or 36.)
Note. Complete line 1 if any entity is listed in Parts II, III or IV.
Yes
No
1 During the tax year, did the orgranization engage in any of the following transactions with one or more related organizations listed in Parts II-IV?
a Receipt of (i) interest (ii) annuities (iii) royalties (iv) rent from a controlled entity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1a
 
No
b Gift, grant, or capital contribution to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1b
 
No
c Gift, grant, or capital contribution from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
 
No
d Loans or loan guarantees to or for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
 
No
e Loans or loan guarantees by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
 
No
f Sale of assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
 
No
g Purchase of assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1g
 
No
h Exchange of assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1h
 
No
i Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1i
 
No
j Lease of facilities, equipment, or other assets from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1j
 
No
k Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations for other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1k
 
No
l Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations by other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1l
 
No
m Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, or other assets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1m
 
No
n Sharing of paid employees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1n
 
No
o Reimbursement paid to other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1o
 
No
p Reimbursement paid by other organization for expenses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1p
 
No
q Other transfer of cash or property to other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1q
 
No
r Other transfer of cash or property from other organization(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1r
 
No
2
If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," see the instructions for information on who must complete this line, including covered relationships and transaction thresholds.
(a)
Name of other organization 		(b)
Transaction
type(a-r) 		(c)
Amount involved 		(d)
Method of determining amount involved
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 4
Part VI
Unrelated Organizations Taxable as a Partnership (Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 37.)
Provide the following information for each entity taxed as a partnership through which the organization conducted more than five percent of its activities (measured by total assets or gross revenue) that was not a related organization. See instructions regarding exclusion for certain investment partnerships.
(a)
Name, address, and EIN of entity 		(b)
Primary activity 		(c)
Legal domicile
(state or foreign
country) 		(d)
Are all
partners
section
501(c)(3)
organizations? 		(e)
Share of
end-of-year
assets 		(f)
Disproprtionate allocations? 		(g)
Code V—UBI
amount in box
20 of Schedule K-1
(Form 1065) 		(h)
General or
managing
partner?
Yes No Yes No Yes No






























Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Schedule R (Form 990) 2010
Page 5
Part VII
Supplemental Information
Complete this part to provide additional information for responses to questions on Schedule R (see instructions).
Identifier Return Reference Explanation
Additional Data


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