Oregon Native American Chamber is located in Portland, OR. The organization was established in 2007. According to its NTEE Classification (S30) the organization is classified as: Economic Development, under the broad grouping of Community Improvement & Capacity Building and related organizations. As of 12/2023, Oregon Native American Chamber employed 19 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Oregon Native American Chamber 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 12/2023, Oregon Native American Chamber generated $3.3m in total revenue. This organization has experienced exceptional growth, as over the past 8 years, it has increased revenue by an average of 73.8% each year . All expenses for the organization totaled $2.9m during the year ending 12/2023. While expenses have increased by 70.7% per year over the past 8 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
2023
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
ADVANCEMENT OF NATIVE AMERICAN BUSINESSES THROUGH PUBLIC PROMOTIONS
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
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ECONOMIC JUSTICE/GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT - THE ECONOMIC JUSTICE/GOV'T AFFAIRS AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (CEC & CTN) PROGRAM FOCUSES ON ADVOCACY, REPRESENTATION, COMMUNITY POLICY ENGAGEMENT, AND CAPITAL PROJECTS. THIS PROGRAM AIMS TO PROMOTE ECONOMIC JUSTICE BY ADVOCATING FOR EQUITABLE POLICIES, REPRESENTING COMMUNITY INTERESTS IN GOVERNMENT AFFAIRS, AND ENGAGING IN COMMUNITY POLICY INITIATIVES. ADDITIONALLY, IT SUPPORTS CAPITAL PROJECTS THAT ENHANCE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE AND DEVELOPMENT. THESE EFFORTS WORK TOGETHER TO ENSURE THAT COMMUNITY VOICES ARE HEARD, EQUITABLE POLICIES ARE IMPLEMENTED, AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ARE REALIZED.
ONE PROGRAM/STARTUP OPERATING GRANTS - CAPACITY GRANTS SIGNIFICANTLY ENHANCE NWNC BY IMPROVING INFRASTRUCTURE, STAFF DEVELOPMENT, AND PROGRAM QUALITY. THEY CONTRIBUTE TO OUR FINANCIAL STABILITY THROUGH DIVERSIFIED FUNDING AND OPERATIONAL RESERVES, SUPPORT STRATEGIC PLANNING AND EVALUATION, AND ENCHANCE COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT ADN COMMUNICATION. ADDITIONALLY, THESE GRANTS STRENGHTEN GOVERNANCE AND LEADRERSHIP, ENSURING WE ARE BETTER EQUIPPED TO ACHIEVE OUR MISSION EFFECTIVELY AND SUSTAINABLY.
EDUCATION AND GROWTH/CLEAN ENERGY - A PROGRAM AREA FOCUSED ON FUTURE-READY INDUSTRIES INCLUDES INNOVATIVE INITIATIVES TO SUPPORT NATIVE COMMUNITIES BY CREATING JOBS IN THE CLEAN ENERGY SECTOR, PREPARING BUSINESSES FOR CLIMATE-RESILIENT CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTS, AND REDUCING ENERGY COSTS FOR NATIVE HOMEOWNERS THROUGH RESIDENTIAL RETROFITS BY NATIVE CONTRACTORS. ADDITIONALLY, IT ENCOMPASSES CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT TO EQUIP INDIVIDUALS WITH TEH SKILLS NEEDED FOR THESE EMERGING INDUSTRIES. THESE PROGRAMS NOT ONLY ENHANCE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND SUSTAINABILITY BUT ALSO BUILD CAPACITY WITHIN NATIVE COMMUNITIES TO THRIVE IN A CHANGING LANDSCAPE.
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE - NO-COST TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO NATIVE, ALASKAN NATIVE, AND NATIVE HAWAIIAN INDIVIDUALS, BUSINESS, AND COMMUNITIES IN OREGON, WASHINGTON, AND IDAHO. BUSINESSES AND INDIVIDUALS PARTICIPATING IN THE NATIVE TAP ARE ELIGIBLE TO ACCESS OUR CULTURALLY RESPONSIVE AND VETTED PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROVIDER (PSP) NETWORK AT NO COST WHICH INCLUDE LEGAL SERVICES, ACCOUNTING AND BOOKKEEPING SUPPORT, CREDIT COACHING, TAX PREPARATION, HUMAN RESOUCE SUPPORT, MARKETING AND DESIGN, AND MORE. OUR PSP NETWORK IS MADE UP OF NATIVE, BLACK, INDIGENOUS, AND POC BUSINESSES SUPPORTING OUR ENTERPRENEURIAL JOURNEY.
Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
---|---|---|---|
James Parker Executive Di | 40 | $197,308 | |
Marissa Ahern-Cobb Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Direlle Calica Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Kaliska Day Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 5 | $0 |
Preston Eagleheart Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Herb Fricke Director | Trustee | 3 | $0 |
Statement of Revenue | |
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Federated campaigns | $0 |
Membership dues | $16,581 |
Fundraising events | $0 |
Related organizations | $0 |
Government grants | $2,309,936 |
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,014,925 |
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $17,300 |
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $3,341,442 |
Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
Investment income | $6,880 |
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
Royalties | $0 |
Net Rental Income | $0 |
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $0 |
Net Income from Fundraising Events | -$72,524 |
Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
Total Revenue | $3,278,508 |
Statement of Expenses | |
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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 | $1,007,621 |
Pension plan accruals and contributions | $0 |
Other employee benefits | $0 |
Payroll taxes | $186,779 |
Fees for services: Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Legal | $29,136 |
Fees for services: Accounting | $32,879 |
Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
Fees for services: Investment Management | $0 |
Fees for services: Other | $0 |
Advertising and promotion | $165,026 |
Office expenses | $8,679 |
Information technology | $2,556 |
Royalties | $0 |
Occupancy | $50,426 |
Travel | $25,520 |
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 | $7,159 |
All other expenses | $617,778 |
Total functional expenses | $2,872,406 |
Balance Sheet | |
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Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,488,642 |
Savings and temporary cash investments | $18,362 |
Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
Accounts receivable, net | $26,600 |
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 | $930 |
Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $9,981 |
Investments—publicly traded securities | $0 |
Investments—other securities | $0 |
Investments—program-related | $0 |
Intangible assets | $0 |
Other assets | $0 |
Total assets | $1,544,515 |
Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $64,050 |
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 | $64,050 |
Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,480,465 |
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 | $1,544,515 |