Equality Forum Inc
- Assets
- $164.8k
- Revenue
- $73.3k
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 0
- Location
- Sarasota, FL
- Founding
- 05/1998
- Data as of
- 06/2022
- EIN
- 23-2710943
Organization Overview
Equality Forum Inc is located in Sarasota, FL. The organization was established in 1998. According to its NTEE Classification (N52) the organization is classified as: Fairs, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Equality Forum Inc is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 06/2022, Equality Forum Inc generated $73.3k in total revenue. This represents a relatively dramatic decline in revenue. Over the past 7 years, the organization has seen revenues fall by an average of (23.5%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $129.7k during the year ending 06/2022. As we would expect to see with falling revenues, expenses have declined by (16.1%) per year over the past 7 years. 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
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
EQUALITY FORUM IS A NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL LGBT CIVIL RIGHTS ORGANIZATION WITH AN EDUCATIONAL FOCUS.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
LGBT HISTORY MONTH: CELEBRATES THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF 31 LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL OR TRANSGENDER ICONS. EACH DAY IN OCTOBER, A NEW LGBT ICON IS FEATURED WITH A VIDEO, BIO, BIOGRAPHY, DOWNLOADABLE IMAGES AND OTHER RESOURCES. GAY AND LESBIAN HISTORY MONTH WAS ENDORSED BY GLAAD, THE HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN, THE NATIONAL GAY AND LESBIAN TASK FORCE, THE NATIONAL EDUCATION ASSOCIATION AND OTHER NATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS. IN 2006 EQUALITY FORUM ASSUMED RESPONSIBILITY FOR PROVIDING CONTENT, PROMOTION AND RESOURCES FOR LGBT HISTORY MONTH. THE MONTH IS CAPPED WITH A BRUNCH THAT CELEBRATES ORGANIZATIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS. IN 2022, EQUALITY FORUM ORGANIZED AND PRESENTED THE NATIONAL 50TH ANNIVERSARY JOHN FRYER CELEBRATION.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Keith Joseph Chairman | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Michele Goldfarb Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Mary Cate Gordon Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Malcolm Lazin Executive Director/secretary | OfficerTrustee | 10 | $0 |
Elizabeth Weissert Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Harper Seldin Board Member | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
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 | $73,063 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $0 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $73,063 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $0 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $0 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $225 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $73,288 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $0 |
| 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. | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $0 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $0 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
| Other employee benefits | $0 |
| Payroll taxes | $0 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $1,525 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Other | $0 |
| Advertising and promotion | $60,450 |
| Office expenses | $539 |
| Information technology | $33,259 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $0 |
| Travel | $1,740 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $0 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $0 |
| Insurance | $0 |
| All other expenses | $23,162 |
| Total functional expenses | $129,735 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $164,801 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $0 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $0 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $164,801 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $30,122 |
| 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 | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $30,122 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $134,679 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $0 |
| 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 | $164,801 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 2 grants that Equality Forum Inc has recieved totaling $40,000.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Philadelphia Foundation Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: ALAIN LOCKE HISTORIC MARKER | $40,000 |
Urban Art Gallery Philadelphia, PA PURPOSE: EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM ASSISTANCE | $0 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
South Florida Fair And Expositions Inc West Palm Beach, FL | $32,703,938 | $15,373,950 |
Florida Strawberry Festival Inc Plant City, FL | $39,584,482 | $13,416,291 |
Miami-Dade County Fair & Exposition Inc Miami, FL | $15,666,768 | $1,720,352 |
Southwest Florida And Lee County Fair Assoc Inc North Fort Myers, FL | $1,940,005 | $4,555,563 |
Central Florida Fair Inc Orlando, FL | $10,116,384 | $5,172,204 |
Ye Mystic Krewe Of Gasparilla Tampa, FL | $6,049,396 | $2,796,531 |
Clay County Fair Association Inc Green Cove Springs, FL | $6,279,588 | $2,806,382 |
Pensacola Interstate Fair Inc Pensacola, FL | $4,285,068 | $3,576,986 |
Volusia County Fair Association Inc Deland, FL | $2,465,184 | $2,866,756 |
Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition Inc Moultrie, GA | $986,541 | $2,489,467 |
National Peanut Festival Assn Inc Dothan, AL | $12,226,185 | $2,754,478 |
Alabama National Fair Montgomery, AL | $1,396,624 | $1,744,335 |