Colorofchange Org
- Assets
- $30.1m
- Revenue
- $19.1m
- Investments
- $1.2m
- Employees
- 193
- Location
- Oakland, CA
- Founding
- 06/2006
- Data as of
- 06/2021
- EIN
- 20-4496889
Organization Overview
Colorofchange Org is located in Oakland, CA. The organization was established in 2006. According to its NTEE Classification (Z99) the organization is classified as: Unknown, under the broad grouping of Unknown and related organizations. As of 06/2021, Colorofchange Org employed 193 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Colorofchange Org is a 501(c)(4) and as such, is described as a "Civic League, Social Welfare Organization, and Local Association of Employees" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2021, Colorofchange Org generated $19.1m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 6 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 34.9% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $11.5m during the year ending 06/2021. While expenses have increased by 41.5% per year over the past 6 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2021
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
COLOROFCHANGE.ORG WORKS TO STRENGTHEN THE VOICE OF BLACK AMERICANS AND INCREASE THE LEVEL OF ACCOUNTABILITY AND RESPONSIVENESS OF ELECTED OFFICIALS TO UNDERREPRESENTED BLACK CONSTITUENCIES USING THE INTERNET AS A LOBBYING AND COMMUNICATIONS TOOL.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
VOTING RIGHTS AND DEMOCRACY:COLOR OF CHANGE CONTINUED TO USE THE POWER OF OUR MEMBERS' VOICES AND THE MEDIA TO PERMANENTLY RESHAPE THE DEBATE ON VOTING RIGHTS AND VOTER SUPPRESSION EFFORTS THAT DISPROPORTIONATELY IMPACT BLACK COMMUNITIES. TO THAT END WE LAUNCHED A PILOT CIVIC ENGAGEMENT DIGITAL PLATFORM THAT BUILT BLACK VOTER ENGAGEMENT THROUGH LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL OUTREACH. THROUGH A MIX OF DIGITAL TOOLS AND NEW MEDIA THIS TOOL ALLOWS VOLUNTEERS TO ENGAGE WITH BLACK VOTERS AND OTHER VOLUNTEERS. WE ALSO CREATED AND LED CAMPAIGNS THAT MOBILIZED LARGE NUMBERS OF BLACK PEOPLE AND ALLIES TO ASSERT THEIR POLITICAL POWER TO FIGHT VOTER SUPPRESSION. THIS INCLUDED LOCAL, STATE AND NATIONAL CAMPAIGNS.
CULTURE AND MEDIA ENGAGEMENT:COLOR OF CHANGE PLAYED A UNIQUE AND EFFECTIVE ROLE IN TRANSFORMING THE IMPACT OF MEDIA IN AMERICA BY FOCUSING ON SYSTEMIC CHANGE IN THE AREAS WHERE WE CAN HAVE THE MOST INFLUENCE. WE POSITION OURSELVES IN BETWEEN MEDIA PRODUCERS AND THE HARMFUL MEDIA VEHICLES THEY WOULD CREATE BY DISRUPTING THE CHAIN OF PRODUCTION THAT ALLOWS HARMFUL MEDIA CONTENT TO EXIST IN THE FIRST PLACE. AT THE SAME TIME, WE PUSH BACK AND WORK TO TAKE EXISTING HARMFUL CONTENT OFF THE AIR WHILE SUPPORTING AND PROMOTING COMPLEX, HUMANIZING, AND VARIED PORTRAYALS OF PEOPLE OF COLOR.
CRIMINAL JUSTICE:OVER THE PAST YEAR, COLOR OF CHANGE HAS LED PARTNERS ACROSS THE COUNTRY - ORGANIZERS, LAWYERS, POLICY EXPERTS, AND COMMUNICATORS - TO CONTINUE TO HOLD PROSECUTORS ACCOUNTABLE AND ACCELERATE PROSECUTOR REFORM ON A NATIONAL LEVEL. IN 2020 IN PARTICULAR WE PUSHED FOR LEGISLATION AND POLICY CHANGE TO MOVE TOWARDS DECARCERATION INCLUDING DECRIMINALIZING POVERTY AND STOPPING UNNECESSARY PROSECUTIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Alexis Mcgill Johnson Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Alicia Garza Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Andre Banks Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Dream Hampton Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Erica Williams Simon Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Heather Mcghee Board Member | Trustee | 2 | $0 |
Outside Vendors & Contractors
| Vendor Name (Service) | Service Year | Compensation |
|---|---|---|
Fenton Communications Inc Media/public Relations | 6/29/21 | $511,966 |
Militia Design Web Dev/film Prod | 6/29/21 | $317,584 |
The Raben Group Government Relations Service | 6/29/21 | $203,000 |
Goodjuju Studios Llc Video Editing | 6/29/21 | $143,439 |
Community Counseling Service Co Llc Strategic Consulting | 6/29/21 | $108,000 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $0 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $19,045,539 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $19,045,539 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $3,800 |
| Investment income | $3,293 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $19,073,950 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,422,510 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $0 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $508,561 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $235,408 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $3,740,027 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $55,211 |
| Other employee benefits | $334,156 |
| Payroll taxes | $338,955 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $82,616 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $46,964 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $2,100,014 |
| Advertising and promotion | $122,508 |
| Office expenses | $838,925 |
| Information technology | $861,025 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $484,702 |
| Travel | $3,820 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $6,943 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $35,324 |
| Insurance | $31,034 |
| All other expenses | $0 |
| Total functional expenses | $11,480,137 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $18,924,379 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $6,307,805 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $61,336 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $161,877 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $323 |
| Investments—other securities | $1,200,000 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $3,401,334 |
| Total assets | $30,057,054 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $648,409 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $746,703 |
| Total liabilities | $1,395,112 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $18,111,280 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $10,550,662 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $30,057,054 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Colorofchange Org has awarded $1,422,510 in support to 5 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
COMMUNITY CHANGE ACTION PURPOSE: SPONSORSHIP - COMMUNITY CHANGE CHAMPIONS AWARDS | $15,000 |
RUSTED SPOKE PRODUCTIONS LLC PURPOSE: SUPPORT FOR CRIP CAMP EMERGENCY RELIEF FUND - COC IS PASS THROUGH | $74,010 |
RACE FORWARD PURPOSE: FACING RACE 2020 SPONSORSHIP | $10,000 |
COURT WATCH NOLA PURPOSE: GRANT TO SUPPORT COURT WATCH EFFORTS | $23,500 |
COLOROFCHANGE PAC PURPOSE: APPROVED CONTRIBUTION TO ELECT FEDERAL CANDIDATES | $1,300,000 |