The funding picture - Brief Article - Statistical Data Included

Melpomene Journal, Spring-Summer, 2002

Melpomene's income was $377,600.60 in 2001. Most of our support comes from individuals, private foundations, special events and memberships. We do not receive funds from government sources or the United Way. Our income was derived from the following sources by percentage:

* Foundations - 40

* Individual gifts - 28

* Events - 15

* Memberships - 11

* Corporate - 4

* Interest and miscellaneous - 1

* Honorariums and sales - 1

Melpomene's finances are audited by Lethert, Skwira, Schulz & Co LLP, Certified Public Accountants. Complete audited financial statements are available upon request from Melpomene Institute, 1010 University Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55104, or call (651) 642-1951.