The Misery Is Optional Players Foundation, Inc is a permanently registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity, recognized under the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) subsections as an Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation organization. Founded and operating for over 40 years, the particular purpose of the organization is to help recovering alcoholics through a theater project.
Core Mission Objective: To provide arts-based variety entertainment and creative programming that supports 12-step recovery clubhouses, fosters community connection, and empowers individuals in recovery. Pursuant to internal charter guidelines, all net operational show proceeds remaining after direct overhead allocation are formally distributed to local 12-step recovery clubhouses to maintain safe, accessible physical clean-and-sober facilities within the Louisville, KY and Southern Indiana regional community.